Calling all plant lovers! I have been noticing lately that there’s a fair amount of overlap between the crochet community and the plant community. If you are in both of these “fan clubs” then this is the post for you! We’ve got a bunch of fantastic and free crochet plant hanger patterns for you to enjoy today.
How do you crochet a plant hanger? It’s really not that hard! The majority of the patterns we’ve curated use only the basic crochet stitches like single crochet, double crochet, etc. That means most of them are easy enough even for the beginner crocheter!
Do you need a special kind of yarn for these free crochet plant hanger patterns? Nope! The patterns that we have in store for you today call for all sorts of different yarn weights. They range from thread all the way up to super bulky weight. Cotton is a popular choice for its durability, but you can really use any kind of yarn that you would like.
As far as the patterns themselves go, we’ve got a great variety there too. Some of these free crochet plant hanger patterns are lacey, while others are more solid. Some are smooth and some are textured. Some are for smaller pots and others are for larger pots. What I’m really trying to say here is that if you have been looking for the perfect plant hanger pattern, then you are certainly sure to find it on this list!
So what are you waiting for? Scroll down and prepare to be inspired!
25 Beautiful Free Crochet Plant Hanger Patterns
Monstera plants have been uber popular in both worlds lately - the crochet world and the plant world. You can combine your two favorite hobbies with the Monstera Leaf Plant Hanger, a unique crochet flower pot hanging basket. Learn how to make your own by following along with the left and right-handed video tutorials. The pattern calls for only single and double crochet stitches, making it a perfect project to display your plants in style.
Designer: Jolie Knots
Yarn: Everbilt Jute Twine (Bulky Weight #5)
You really can’t tell just by looking at it that this plant hanger is made from crochet and not from macrame, making it great for adding a touch of handmade elegance to your space. I especially love the addition of the tassel and the beads! You can achieve the open weave of the stitchwork with just single and double crochet stitches, great for ensuring your plants receive ample sunlight. Wouldn’t you just love to have one of these beauties hanging in your yard?
Designer: Cat Whiskers Crochet
Yarn: Sirdar Happy Cotton (DK Weight #3)
Behold the beauty of this hanging crochet planter portrayed on the beach. This simple plant hanger is easy to customize to the unique size of the pot you’ve got. The pattern calls for basic crochet stitches and post-stitches. Since the sides are mostly chain stitches, this is a very fast crochet project. Better make two then!
Designer: Joy of Motion Crochet
Yarn: Lion Brand Kitchen Cotton (New) (Aran Weight #4)
When it comes to texture in crochet planter hangers, there are 3 usual suspects - puff, popcorn, and bobble. Can you guess which one this pattern uses? It’s the popcorn stitch along with single and double crochet stitches, creating a unique and eye-catching design for your crochet planter hanger. I love the juxtaposition of the highly textured popcorn stitches and the lacey mesh stitches, which add an elegant touch to your hanging plants.
Designer: Virklust
Yarn: Netto Somerset Denim Yarn (Sport Weight #3)
A lot of the pictures for these free crochet plant hanger patterns look like they’re indoors, but here’s one that’s hung up on the porch. I think that this is a great way to add a pop of color and I’m sure that the plants love all the sunlight that they get too. You can make this pattern with just basic crochet stitches.
Designer: Whistle & Ivy
Yarn: Bernat Maker Outdoor (Bulky Weight #5)
Basic crochet stitches plus post stitches form the striking diamond design in this textured crochet plant hanger pattern, which is one of the many free crochet patterns available for plant lovers. I like how this plant hanger breaks the mold of the traditional lace or mesh style and goes with a solid construction instead. By choosing from free crochet patterns like this one, you can ensure that your plants have a secure and stylish home. I imagine that it would stretch less that way, and be sturdier in the long run.
Designer: Tamara Kelly
Yarn: Patons North America Hempster (DK Weight #3)
Start to work this pattern in the round using various crochet techniques, and you’ll find that it starts as a star shape. The points of the stars elongate to hug the walls of the planter and then radiate upwards into hanging straps with attractive spirals, showcasing the versatility of crochet techniques. You can make this pattern with just double and treble crochet stitches, making it a great project to practice and refine your skills.
Designer: Sooz Jewels
Yarn: Garnstudio DROPS Safran (Fingering Weight #1)
Despite the use of crochet thread instead of yarn, these work up surprisingly quickly in just under an hour. You can also use Mason’s line, which can be found at your local hardware store. The main part is made using double crochet stitches, while the optional hanging straps call for single crochet stitches.
Designer: Naztazia
Yarn: Red Heart Nylon Crochet Thread
From one extreme to the other - while the last pattern is called for crochet thread, this crochet air plant hanger pattern is calling for super bulky yarn! The bold look of this free crochet plant hanger pattern is refreshingly modern and perfectly suited for smaller plants like air plants. It would make a welcome addition to any room of the house that needs a spot of color and a touch of greenery, showcasing the versatility and charm of a crochet air plant hanger.
Designer: Vickie Howell
Yarn: Wool and the Gang Jersey Be Good (Super Bulky Weight #6)
This Rustic Air Plant Wall Hanger, a unique take on a hanging planter, is made in two pieces using a moss stitch. It has a nearly solid and attractively textured surface without being stiff, making it a perfect hanging planter for your air plants. Complete the rustic look of this statement decor piece with a sturdy stick in place of a wooden dowel. Who said that home decorating with hanging planters was hard?
Designer: Nana’s Crafty Home
Yarn: Lion Brand Comfy Cotton Blend (Aran Weight #4)
Nobody said that these free crochet plant hangers had to be for real plants! These attractive hangers house crochet pots and succulents. (And both of those patterns are also free!) The design calls for single, half-double, and triple treble crochet stitches. This is such a great option if you are a plant serial killer - like me!
Designer: PlanetJune
Yarn: (Sport Weight #3)
Air plants are easy to take care of and they won’t weigh down or stretch out your handmade hangers, making them the perfect choice for a crochet air plant hanger pattern. Since air plants don’t require soil, you can nestle them right into the pockets in this delightful crochet air plant hanger pattern. The design calls for just single and double crochet stitches, ensuring that you can have this straightforward crochet project done in the afternoon.
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
Yarn: Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie (Aran Weight #4)
Be still my boho heart! Don’t you just love this chic hanging plant basket? It's actually an easy crochet plant hanger pattern that you can make yourself! Your friends might assume it came from the shops, but you can assure them that you crafted it with your own hands. It’s surprisingly easy to create because it’s made entirely out of single crochet stitches, truly embodying the simplicity and elegance of an easy crochet plant hanger pattern. Bet you can’t make just one!
Designer: Sun Sand Stitch
Yarn: Lion Brand Re-Up (Held Double = Bulky Weight #5)
Can you recognize the iconic stitch used in this plant hanger design? It’s the picot stitch! I love the little nubs it creates, and it goes so beautifully with the lattice stitchwork. Apart from the Picot stitches, this design only uses a single crochet. So this design checks all the boxes - cute, quick, and easy!
Designer: A Box of Twine
Yarn: (Aran Weight #4)
Do you like to learn from video tutorials? I always recommend videos for beginner crocheters and for visual learners too, especially when working on an easy crochet plant hanger. Sometimes you just need to watch someone do something and then it will “click” for you too! Crochet along with Jolie Knots as she makes this gorgeous easy crochet plant hanger, utilizing single and double crochet stitches. You can choose between left and right-handed video tutorials, ensuring a smooth learning experience as you create your own beautiful plant hanger.
Designer: Jolie Knots
Yarn: Everbilt Jute Twine (Bulky Weight #5)
Extra thick jumbo weight yarn is the perfect way to recreate that classic chunky macrame look in a crochet wall plant hanger. Plus, it saves you a lot of time spent crocheting! The Rosemary Plant Hanger, a stunning example of a crochet wall plant hanger, just looks divine and you’re going to love how easy it is to create. The design is available in both written and charted formats, catering to your preference. It calls for single and double crochet stitches, making it accessible even for those new to crochet.
Designer: Tina Vi
Yarn: Halbach Makramee-Kordel (Jumbo Weight #7)
Wondering what yarn to use for these free crochet plant hanger patterns? Cotton is a popular choice for its durability (and it doesn’t mind getting a little wet when you get carried away with the watering can). Grab a cake of cotton yarn and you can make this simple single and double crochet wall design in a jiffy.
Designer: Left In Knots
Yarn: Caron Cotton Cakes (Worsted Weight #4)
You can go double green with this Small Plant Hanger from Nicole Chase Crochet. Show off your green thumb with whatever adorable plant you choose to live in the hanging pot, and embrace the green life with a yarn made from recycled materials. Learn how to recreate this single crochet pattern by following along with the free video pattern.
Designer: Nicole Chase Crochet
Yarn: Lily Sugar'n Cream Ombres (Worsted Weight #4)
The attractive lattice in this Flower Pot Hanging Basket design, which also doubles as a crochet basket, reminds me of a garden trellis. How fitting for a free crochet pattern round-up centered around plant life! This crochet basket design calls for single and double crochet stitches, creating a beautiful and functional piece. The pattern is worked in the round and is a very fast make thanks to the large size of the holes between stitches, making it a perfect project for those looking to quickly add a touch of greenery to their space.
Designer: Repeat Crafter Me
Yarn: Lion Brand Heartland (Aran Weight #4)
Worried about these free crochet plant hanger patterns stretching out? This design has figured out the secret to avoiding this - using a lightweight plastic pot and a nonstretchy yarn for the best results. You can recreate this fun diamond design using just single and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Crochet by Retrofresh
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
Upcycle glass yogurt containers into stylish hanging planters for your house plant clippings. You can also use baby food jars or small mason jars. Attach a suction cup to the top of your hanging strap to attach your plant babies to the window and give them all the sunlight they need.
Designer: Heart Hook Home
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
The next one of our free crochet plant hanger patterns was designed for rounder plant pots (think fish bowl style). These glass containers are a popular pot for succulents since you don’t have to worry about drainage. You can make one for yourself in no time using single and double crochet stitches along with super bulky cotton.
Designer: MB Stitches
Yarn: HIC Librett Cotton Butcher's Cooking Twine (Super Bulky Weight #7)
Multiple combinations of single and double crochet stitches come together to form the varied stitch patterns of the Astrid Plant Hanger. The variety of stitches will help keep things interesting as you crochet, and give you plenty to admire once your crochet project is complete. Choose a neutral color as shown for a plant hanger that will match any decor scheme.
Designer: Annavirkpanna
Yarn: Scheepjes Catona (Fingering Weight #1)
The mesh design of this Hanging Plant Sling helps evenly distribute the weight of the pot across all of the stitches. That makes it a good choice for heavier pots and plants, especially when combined with a sturdy denim thread that won’t stretch out. You can make one for yourself with just basic crochet stitches.
Designer: Priscilla’s Crochet
Yarn: Aunt Lydia's Baby Denim Thread
These rustic hanging pots can be used to hold houseplants or tea lights. Either way, they’re sure to add something special to your porch or sunroom. The simple design calls for just single and double crochet stitches. You can learn how to make these jar plant hangers by following along with either the video or the written tutorials.
Designer: Posh Pooch Designs
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Solids (Aran Weight #4)
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Common Questions about Crochet Plant Hangers
Absolutely! There are so many amazing crochet plant hanger patterns out there and we’ve collected 25 of the best ones in this post. It’s best to use a sturdy yarn or macrame cord so it holds up to the weight of your plant and container.
Plant hangers made out of yarn are great ways to use up leftover scraps of yarn and can be made in any color you like! The best yarns are sturdy cotton or other nonstretchy natural fibers so they can handle holding the weight of a plant for a long period of time.
That reminds me, I should really buy some more houseplants. I also love to grow microgreens at home and these plant hangers would be perfect! And I should probably get some more yarn while I’m at it too! Tell me, which of these free crochet plant hanger patterns was your favorite? Let’s chat in the comments below!
One of these plant hangers would also be the perfect wall decor for a teenage girl – as long as the plant doesn’t need to be watered too often! Haha!
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Happy Crocheting!
Amanda