Calling all plant ladies! You know who you are. 😉
Combine your love of crochet with your love of plants for a fresh new home decor piece. These trendy crochet plant hangers make a big visual impact, but they only use up very small amounts of yarn. They’re quick, they’re cute and they’re totally giftable too.
With Mother’s Day right around the corner and a birthday every other week, I’m always looking for quick and easy crochet gift ideas like these adorable crochet plant hangers and holders. I think these just might be my new go-to gifts!
1. Crochet Plant Hanger Pods
One skein of Bernat Maker Home Decor yarn makes 2 of these trendy hanging planter pods – one big and one small. The chunky cotton/nylon yarn makes this crochet plant hanger project extra quick – and it’s machine washable too!
Designer: Yarnspirations
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2. Alpaca Planter
This colorful design combines two of the most popular trends right now – alpacas and plants. Grab a neutral yarn for the main pattern and dip into your scraps’ basket for small amounts of yarn for the accent colors.
Designer: Sweet Softies
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3. Chevron Crochet Plant Hanger
What can you make with only 20 yards of yarn? This trendy crochet plant hanger, of course! What a great way to use up yarn leftover from other projects. I love the bold chevron design and the chunky wooden beads.
Designer: Hello Happy
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4. Spring Bunny Crochet Planter Cover
Bunnies aren’t just for Easter! You can celebrate spring all year round with this delightful bunny planter cover. This is one of those free crochet plant hanger and holder designs that would look right at home in a kid’s bedroom or patio.
Designer: The Inspired Wren
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5. Summer Sherbet Crochet Planter
Capture those sweet summer vibes with bright rainbow sherbet colors. I love crochet plant hangers and holders that have lots of texture – like this lovely ridged design. The easy crochet pattern only uses single crochet through both loops and single crochet in the back loops.
Designer: The Inspired Wren
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6. Teddy Bear Planter
A sturdy cotton/rayon yarn is an excellent choice for a sturdy crochet plant holder. You could also choose to use this adorable teddy bear as a basket instead. I love the simplicity of this design and the adorable expression on the bear’s face.
Designer: Thoresby Cottage
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7. Julie Planter Cover
A quick and easy crochet planter hanger or holder adds a special handmade touch to a last-minute Mother’s Day or Birthday gift. You can make this one using 3 colors of scrap yarn (cotton is preferred) and just single and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Sincerely Pam
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8. Feather Stitch Plant Pot Cover
Have you tried the feather stitch before? It’s a bit of a yarn eater but it has amazing texture and a nice sturdy and solid fabric. That’s why it’s the perfect stitch for crochet plant hangers and holders – like this marvelous monochrome mustard one.
Designer: Willow Crochet
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9. Crochet Pot Covers
Basic crochet stitches come together in beautiful and interesting ways in these adorable crochet pot covers. The main cover is worked in white yarn and then bright cording is woven in and out of the stitches for a colorful accent.
Designer: Mon Makes Things for Little Things Blogged
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10. Beginner Plant Cover
Crochet plant hangers and holders don’t have to be fancy. Even the simplest design – like this one that uses just single and double crochet stitches – can make a big impact in any space. Visitors will be dying to know where you got that cute plant cover!
Designer: Jessica Cherry
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Have you made a crochet plant hanger or holder before? Will you be making one of the crochet plant hangers or holders from this great list? Share your experience with us in the comments below!
If you enjoyed these free crochet planters & holder patterns. Then you should definitely check out my free basket patterns!
Happy Crocheting!
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