# Macrame Masks Handcrafted Rasta Masks Let You Dress Up the DIY Way By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-10-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macrame-masks References: [regretsy](http://www.regretsy.com/2009/10/30/secret-square/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31266843) These macrame masks by Etsy artisan Btrbcomposer are fierce. Whether you choose the Rasta Centurion mask pictured in the first image or the Black Big Snout mask in the second image, there is enough fodder in this series for hundreds of Halloween costumes. As of this writing, Btrbcomposer has four macrame masks on sale—which I've showcased above. Would you rock one of these macrame masks? Be sure to weigh in below. **Implications** - The macrame masks available through Etsy would be a fantastic gift for someone else or for yourself. Do not wait for Halloween to dress up, have a party as soon as you can so you can wear these bold creations. Have a look at the images and leave a comment below after you've done so. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/hair) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Handcrafted Masks:** Opportunity for artisans to create unique and stylish face masks using macrame techniques for everyday use. - **DIY Costumes:** Opportunity for consumers to create their own costumes using handmade macrame masks as a key piece. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Opportunity for eco-friendly designers to incorporate macrame techniques into sustainable fashion for masks and other clothing items. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Macrame masks could become a new trend for fashion designers and retailers, as well as those in the textile and garment industry. - **Handicrafts:** Macrame masks present an opportunity for artisans to create unique and stylish masks, potentially leading to increased demand in the handicraft industry. - **Event Planning:** Macrame masks could be incorporated into costume design for themed parties and events, presenting an opportunity for event planners and designers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Emotive Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/w3e-mask-expressive-emotion.md) - [Contemporary Macrame Plant Hangers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macrame-plant-hanger.md) - [Avant-Garde Radish Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radish-hat.md) - [Customizable Style Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpur-fiit.md) - [D2C Artisan Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artisan-marketplace1.md) - [Digital Avatar LED Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qudi-mask-2.md) - [Playfully Shaped Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hand-and-foot-masks.md) - [Hand-Knit Sci-Fi Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handknit-scifi-sculpture.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md)