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Crochet Plant Hangers
The Ultimate Crochet DIY
Looking for a beautiful way to show off your house plants? Crochet plant hangers are a great option that can add a touch of charm to any space.
They also make wonderful gifts when paired with a potted plant. And the best part? They require very little yarn and are a breeze to make.
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Free Written Patterns
Crochet Plant Hangers from Jewels & Jones
This simple pattern uses only chains and knots; and takes less than half an hour to make!
YARN WEIGHT: twine, rope, or cotton yarn, e.g., Lion Brand 24/7 cotton.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
Crochet Macramé Style Plant Hanger from Left in Knots
This is an easy-to-make crochet plant holder inspired by macrame.
SIZE: suits pots with a base diameter of up to 5″ (12-13 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 75 yards (69 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a yarn needle, and a metal ring.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Loop Only Crochet.
Succulent Hanging Basket from Stitch and Hound
The Succulent Hanging Basket pattern is a quick and easy project, crocheted in the round.
SIZE: 3″ in diameter and 2¾” tall (7.5 cm x 7 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 50 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Loop Only Crochet.
Granny Plantholder from Annavirkpanna
This granny-square-style plant hanger is on a Swedish website. Just keep scrolling to reach the English language version at the bottom of the page.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, e.g., Cotton Mix from Kartopu.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: less than 100 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
The Secret Garden Plant Hanger from The Moule Hole
Crochet plant hangers can also hold vases for a beautiful, whimsical table setting. The pattern includes instructions for two sizes: small and large.
SIZE: small for a 4″/10 cm diameter and large for a 6″/15 cm diameter.
YARN REQUIRED: 3 mm macramé cord.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 116 g for the small size and 174 g for the large.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 10 mm (N/P-15) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a large-eyed needle, and three stitch markers.
Sonora Hanging Plant Cozy from High Desert Yarn
The Sonora Plant Cozy is a free pattern for a pot plant cover or a hanging planter. It’s suitable for an advanced beginner.
SIZE: base diameter of 2¾” (7 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, e.g., Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 45 yds/41 m.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.25 mm (G) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a tapestry needle, a tape measure, and stitch markers.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Crossed Double Crochet Stitch.
Houseplant Clipping Plant Hanger from Heart Hook Home
These cute little crochet plant hangers are designed to hold jars with your houseplant clippings. They can be used with suction cups to attach them to your window; or leave the suction cups off if you prefer.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: suction cups rated for up to 3 lbs (1.35 kg), stitch markers, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Succulent Hanging Basket from Blessed & A Mess
This little crochet plant hanger is the perfect quick project for scrap yarn.
SIZE: to suit 3½” pots.
YARN WEIGHT: three strands of #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn held together.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: V-Stitch, Crochet in Back Loop Only.
Suzette Double Hanging Basket from Made By Gootie
This crochet plant hanger is not just for plants! It could be used for storing so many other things around the home.
SIZE: 21½” x 7½” (55 cm x 19 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: two strands held together of #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn or one strand of #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 656 yds/600 m of #4 weight yarn or 300 g of #5 weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a stitch marker, a tapestry needle, a tape measure, and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: C2C Suzette Stitch.
August Plant Hanger from Stitch and Hound
This easy-to-follow tutorial is a great project for beginners.
SIZE: to suit a 6-9″ diameter pot (15-23 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton yarn, e.g., 24/7 Cotton from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 20 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tapestry needle, scissors, and a wooden ring (optional).
Simplicity Plant Hanger from Anna Virkpanna
The Simplicity Plant Hanger pattern can be downloaded as a free PDF. Just click on the link and scroll down to the bottom of the page to find the English language version.
SIZE: easily adaptable.
YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight cotton yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a yarn needle, and decorative beads (optional).
DIY Crochet Hanging Planter from The Merrythought
This free crochet plant hanger pattern is so simple but so cute!
YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn, e.g., Kroy Socks from Patons.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 50 g skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: cotton cord or rope, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Crochet Plant Hanger from Joy of Motion Crochet
This free crochet plant hanger pattern is a quick and easy one-skein project. There’s no set size for this pattern; it is customised as you crochet to suit the pot you have. You’ll need to set up a free account with this site to access the pattern.
SIZE: can be made to fit any pot size.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet.
Crochet Plant Hanger from Planet June
This tutorial will teach you how to make this pattern fit any size pot.
SIZE: customized to suit any pot.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight mercerized cotton.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Triple Treble Crochet.
Aina + Alida Crochet Plant Hangers from Schachenmayr
Designed by Quail Studio for Schachenmayr; these cute and colourful crochet plant hangers use a super bulky weight ribbon/tape yarn.
SIZE: to suit pots with a 4″ base diameter.
YARN WEIGHT: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn, e.g., Cotton Jersey from Schachenmayr.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two 100 g skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tapestry needle and scissors.
Easy Hanging Planter from Knits ‘n Knots
This cute crochet plant hanger looks like macramé, but it’s crochet! And it uses basic chain stitches, and that’s all! So if you’re looking for a quick and easy plant hanger, perfect for beginners, this is it.
SIZE: pictured with a 5″ pot, but suits many different pot sizes.
YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 70 yards (64 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a wooden ring, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Sunny Hanging Basket from Crafts Everywhere
Designed by Erin from CraftsEverywhere, this cute crochet planter pattern is free on the Clover blog.
SIZE: small with a base diameter of 2¼-2½” (6 cm), medium 3″ (7.5 cm), and large 4″ (10 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: this will depend on the size you choose to make.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: dependent on which size plant hanger you make.
NOTIONS: a darning needle and scissors.
Bernat Hanging Crochet Planter Pods from Yarnspirations
This is a free pattern for a set of two crochet plant hangers; these are wall hangers and could be used for holding all sorts of things.
SIZE: small to fit a 4″ (10 cm) pot and large to fit a 6″ (18 cm) pot.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Bernat Maker Home Dec.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 250 g skein, or 189 yds/173 m (this will be enough to make the set of two planters).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 8 mm (L-11) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
Lily Sugar’n Cream Crochet Hanging Pot Cozy from Yarnspirations
This simple pattern, primarily using treble crochet, looks so effective in black and white.
SIZE: to fit 4½” pot.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Sugar’n Cream from Lily.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 57 yds/52 m of the main colour and 11 yds/10 m of the contrasting colour.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a yarn needle, and a 40″/101.5 cm length of faux leather cording.
Beautiful Boho Style Free Crochet Plant Pot Cover from Blue Star Crochet
This easy crochet plant hanger pattern can be completed in under an hour. It features a simple and unique twist in the design.
SIZE: to fit a 4-5″ pot.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., King Cole Cottonsoft DK.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Double Treble Crochet.
Faux Macramé Hanging Planter from Whistle & Ivy
This free crochet plant hanger pattern is designed to hang from the wall like a wall hanging
SIZE: to suit a 4″ pot.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight cotton, e.g., Billow from Knit Picks.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 100 g skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a darning needle, and a ½” or ¾” dowel.
Free Crochet Plant Hanger from Whistle & Ivy
Creating a pattern for any size pot is easy with this simple design.
SIZE: can be made to suit any size pot.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 7 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
Easy Hanging Plant Basket from CAAB Crochet
To make this free crochet plant hanger, you simply crochet a square and attach chained straps to the corners. It is best suited to rounded base planter pots.
SIZE: adjustable; the size is customised to your pots.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, e.g., I Love This Cotton!, from Hobby Lobby.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle, scissors, and a measuring tape.
Rosemary Plant Hanger from Tina Vi
The Rosemary Plant Hanger crochets up quickly in macrame cord
SIZE: to fit a 6″/16 cm pot; the total height of the hanger is approximately 33″/84 cm ( with the pot and plant inside).
YARN WEIGHT: macrame cord or #7 Jumbo / Roving weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 12 mm crochet hook.
Free Patterns With Video Tutorials
Free Crochet Plant Hanger Pattern & Video Tutorial from Heart Hook Home
This free crochet hanging planter pattern includes instructions for two sizes and features the Woven Lattice Stitch, which uses chains and single crochets. If you like watching instead of reading, there is also a super helpful video tutorial.
SIZE: small fits 3½-4″ pot (9-10 cm), and large fits 4½-5½” pot (11-14 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight cotton to cotton blend yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 50-70 yds (46-64 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a yarn needle, and a key ring for hanging (optional).
Macrochet Mini Planter from Day’s Crochet
The Macrochet Mini Planter really does look like macramé! You can follow along with the video tutorial, or if you prefer, there is also a free written pattern. The pattern is worked with two strands of yarn held together.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, e.g., Peaches & Cream.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 80-100 yds (73-92 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a tape measure, yarn needle, stitch markers, a 2¾-3″ wooden ring, 7-10 wooden beads, and 7-10 wooden beads (optional).
Monstera Plant Hanger from JolieKnots Crochet
Follow along with this free tutorial to learn how to make this pretty plant hanger step-by-step.
SIZE: to suit 5-6″ pots.
YARN REQUIRED: Macramé cotton or double-stranded #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton or jute twine.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a tapestry needle.
Eryn Plant Hanger from Through The Loop Yarn Craft
The ribbed texture of the Eryn Plant Hanger gives it extra stretch so it can fit differently shaped pots. The pattern uses two strands of yarn held together, and the size is easy to adjust. Watch the video tutorial for a step-by-step demonstration.
SIZE: the pattern is adjustable; but was written for a 4″ pot.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 40-100 yards (37-92 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a yarn needle, and a wooden ring.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Single Crochet in Back Loop Only and Front Post Double Crochet.
How To Crochet a Plant Holder and Plant Hanger from Naztazia
This pattern is a free downloadable PDF. If you’re a visual learner, there is also a video tutorial to follow along with.
SIZE: for a 6″ pot.
YARN WEIGHT: #18 nylon crochet thread.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 80 yards.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a yarn needle, a sewing needle, a metal ring, and hot glue or super glue for securing ends (optional).
Big Bohemian Hanging Planter Crochet Pattern from You Should Craft
Designed to fit 8″ pots, this easy plant hanger pattern features both photo and video tutorials. This project is crocheted with two strands of yarn held together; so it may be easiest to purchase two skeins of yarn.
SIZE: to fit 8″ pots (20 cm). The finished plant hanger is 32″ long, not including the tassel (81 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 115 yards (105 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 8 mm (L-11) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tapestry needle, scissors, a gauge ruler, 12 mm and 20 mm wooden beads, and scissors.
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