–All Free Patterns–
14
Beautiful Crochet
Plant Baskets
14 beautiful and modern free patterns for crochet plant baskets.
Crochet baskets are not only beautiful, they’re practical too and handy for storing many things. I think they’re gorgeous when used as planters and pot covers. Crochet hanging planters are gorgeous too.
Free Written Patterns
Easy Crochet Basket Pattern from Off The Hooks & Co.
This basket is crocheted in the round, working over twine cord. You may have seen this technique used for making rugs or baskets before.
SIZE: 7½” wide and 6½” tall (19 cm x 16 cm), but easy to customise.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 bulky/chunky weight yarn.
NOTIONS: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook, jute twine, a tapestry needle, and scissors.
Herringbone Crochet Basket Pattern from Briana K Designs
This intermediate-level free pattern uses the beautiful Herringbone Single Crochet Stitch. The body of the baskets are crocheted flat and then seamed using the mattress stitch. The base of the basket is crocheted in the round directly to the edge of the body. The designer suggests omitting the base when intending to use the basket as a planter cover.
SIZE: Small, Medium, and Large.
YARN WEIGHT: #6 super bulky weight yarn, e.g., Wool-Ease Thick & Quick.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 70-200 yds/65-183 m.
NOTIONS: 8 mm (L-11) crochet hook, scissors, a yarn needle, and a measuring tape.
Ribbed Basket Crochet Pattern from Sincerely Pam
This cute little pot cover works up quickly in single-crochet-in-the-back-loop ribbing crocheted in the round.
SIZE: Customised.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., Vanna’s Choice.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: Less than one skein.
NOTIONS: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook, a measuring tape, scissors, and a tapestry needle.
The Luxe Leopard Basket Pattern from Crafting For Weeks
This free pattern is worked in the tapestry crochet technique. It includes row-by-row written instructions and a graph.
SIZE: Small (to fit a 4″/10 cm plant pot) and Medium ( to fit a 6″/15 cm pot).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 65/170 yards in the main colour and 30/80 yards in the contrasting colour.
NOTIONS: 4.50 mm (7) and 6 mm (J-10) crochet hooks, scissors, a tapestry needle, a stitch marker, and a measuring tape.
DIY Mini Raffia Planters from Knits ‘n Knots
This simple pot is crocheted in half double crochet and can be made with tapered or straight sides.
SIZE: The pattern will fit a 4″ (10 cm) pot.
YARN REQUIRED: Ra-Ra Raffia yarn from Wool and the Gang.
NOTIONS: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook, scissors, a stitch marker, and a yarn needle.
Textured Houseplant Cozy from Just Be Crafty
This is an easy pattern, crocheted in a continuous spiral, using basic stitches and simple increases.
YARN REQUIRED: #5 bulky/chunky weight yarn, e.g., one skein of Hue + Me from Lion Brand.
NOTIONS: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) and 8 mm (L-11) crochet hooks, scissors, a tape measure or gauge ruler, and a yarn needle.
Succulent Pot Cover Patterns from Vickie Howell
These mesh stitch covers are such a cute adornment for these mini succulent pots. The pattern includes details on adjusting the size.
SIZE: To fit 2½” (6.5 cm) pots.
YARN WEIGHT: #2 sport weight yarn.
NOTIONS: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook, scissors, and a tapestry needle.
Hearts Full of Love from A Crocheted Simplicity
Harts Full of Love is a free pattern for a crochet plant cover featuring cute, textured heart motifs and a ribbed, fold-over edge.
SIZE: Fits a 4″ diameter pot.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Lily Sugar n’ Cream.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 110 yards (100 m).
NOTIONS: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook, scissors, a yarn needle, a measuring tape, and stitch markers.
Fringed Crochet Basket from Caab Crochet
This free plant basket pattern is worked in the herringbone single crochet stitch and features cute boho-style fringing.
SIZE: 6¾” across and 5″ tall (17 cm x 12.5 cm) – fits a 6″ (15 cm) plant pot.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight cotton, e.g., I Love This Cotton!, from Hobby Lobby.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 224 yards (205 m) in the Emerald Pine colourway and 85 yards in Ivory.
NOTIONS: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) and 9 mm (M/N-13) crochet hooks, scissors, a yarn needle, and a measuring tape.
Free Patterns with Video Tutorials
Striped Hourglass Crochet Plant Basket by Tamara Kelly
This beautiful free pattern is easier than it looks. It includes written instructions plus a step-by-step video tutorial. The cables are made with front and back loop stitches.
SIZE: Approximately 9″ (23 cm) in diameter and 8″ (20 cm) tall.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 bulky/chunky weight yarn in two contrasting colours.
NOTIONS: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook, scissors, a yarn needle and a tape measure.
Potted Paradise Mosaic Basket from MJ’s Off The Hook Designs
Potted Paradise is a free, beginner-friendly crochet pattern for three different-sized mosaic baskets with a free video tutorial to guide you through. As they’re crocheted in the round, changing colour is easy, and there are no ends to weave in.
SIZE: Three sizes – Small (21¾”/55 cm circumference), Medium (26¼”/66.5 cm), and Large (30½”/66.5 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., WeCrochet Brava Worsted.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 100/175/300 yds (91/160/275 m) in white and 200/260/400 yds (183/238/365 m) in a contrasting colour.
NOTIONS: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook, scissors, a yarn needle, and a length of jute rope.
The Fawna Basket by Brianna Steele
This cute little basket works up quickly in chunky weight yarn and is easily customisable if you need to adjust the size. It’s worked all in one piece in single crochet stitches.
SIZE: Customisable.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 bulky/chunky weight yarn, e.g., Hue + Me from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 100-1337 yards (91-125 m).
NOTIONS: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook, a large-eyed darning needle, and scissors.
Granny Square Crochet Plant Pot Covers from BHooked Crochet
These cute little plant pot covers are made with classic granny squares, joined as you go. The pattern includes written instructions and a YouTube tutorial.
SIZE: To fit 5-6″ pots.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 bulky/chunky weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: Approximately 80 yards (73 m) total for each pot.
NOTIONS: 4.50 mm (7) and 5 mm (H-8) crochet hooks, scissors, a yarn needle, and a tape measure.
Easy Crochet Plant Pot Cover from Made By Lunda
Learn how to make this cute little crochet pot cover with this easy-to-follow. It’s worked in the round in double crochet and single crochet in the third loop.
SIZE: Approximately 4¼” (11 cm) in diameter and 4″ (10 cm) in height.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 bulky/chunky weight yarn, e.g., Fashion Jersey from Rico Design.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: One 50 g skein.
NOTIONS: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook, scissors, a tapestry needle, and stitch markers.
You can find lots more beautiful DIY crochet projects in this collection of free crochet patterns for the home.
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