1Imagine having a lush, vibrant plant that requires absolutely no watering, no sunlight, and no fuss! Our beautiful Crochet Hanging Plant Oasis is the perfect way to add a touch of everlasting greenery and color to any space. It’s a delightful project for crocheters of all levels, bringing the joy of nature indoors without the upkeep.
Bring Everlasting Blooms Home: Crochet Your Own Hanging Plant Oasis!
Inspired by the tranquility of water gardens and the cheerfulness of sunny fields, this unique design features a stunning pink lotus, bright yellow sunflowers, delicate green lily pads, and whimsical trailing vines, all nestled in a charming macrame-style crocheted pot. Get ready to embark on a creative journey and craft a masterpiece that will brighten your home for years to come!
Pattern Here
Your No-Maintenance Garden: The Crochet Pattern
Materials:
- Worsted weight yarn in: Brown (for pot), Pink, White (for lotus), Yellow, Dark Brown (for sunflowers), Green (medium for leaves/vines), Light Green (for lotus center/moss effect)
- Crochet hook (e.g., 3.0mm or 3.5mm, or size to achieve a tight fabric)
- Stuffing (polyester fiberfill)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Jute twine (for hanger)
- Optional: Faux moss or green felt for top surface of pot
Abbreviations:
- MR: Magic Ring
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
- FO: Fasten off
- BLO: Back Loop Only
- FLO: Front Loop Only
- st(s): stitch(es)
- R: Round/Row
- (…) x N: Repeat instructions in parentheses N times
- [N]: Total number of stitches in the round
General Notes:
Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to keep track of your first stitch. Stitches are listed per round. Stuff components firmly as you go.
1. The Pot (Brown Yarn):
- Base: Work in continuous rounds.
- R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
- R2: (inc) x 6 [12]
- R3: (sc, inc) x 6 [18]
- R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
- R5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
- R6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 [36]
- R7: BLO sc around [36] (This creates a ridge for the bottom edge)
- R8-15: sc around (8 rounds) [36]
- FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff firmly.
- Macrame Detail: Using a separate piece of brown yarn or jute twine, weave or surface slip stitch around the outside of the pot to create the macrame-style diamond pattern. Secure ends inside.
2. Lotus Flower (Pink & White Yarn):
- Inner Petals (Pink): Make 3-4 small petals. Ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc, dc in last ch. Sl st back along the chain. FO.
- Outer Petals (Pink): Make 4-5 slightly larger petals. Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc, dc, dc in last ch. Sl st back along the chain. FO.
- Base Petals (White): Make 5-6 flat, wider petals. Ch 5, sc in 2nd ch, hdc, dc, hdc, sc in last. Sl st back. FO.
- Center (Light Green): 6 sc in MR, sl st to join. FO, leave tail.
3. Sunflowers (Yellow & Dark Brown Yarn):
- Center (Dark Brown): 6 sc in MR [6]. R2: (inc) x 6 [12]. Sl st to join. FO.
- Petals (Yellow): Join yellow yarn to a stitch on the back loop of the center. (Ch 3, dc, ch 3, sl st) in same stitch. Repeat this pattern around for petals. FO. Make two sunflowers.
4. Lily Pads (Medium Green Yarn):
- Make 3-4 pads. R1: 6 sc in MR [6]. R2: (inc) x 6 [12]. R3: (sc, inc) x 6 [18]. Sl st to join. FO. You can embroider veins with a darker green yarn if desired.
5. Trailing Vines (Green Yarn):
- Make 2-3 long chains (e.g., 30-40 ch). Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. This will naturally curl. Or, make a long chain, then sl st back down, skipping 1-2 stitches at intervals to create more pronounced curls. FO, leave long tails.
6. Assembly:
- Pot Filling: Place a layer of stuffing into the pot. If using faux moss or green felt, place it on top to create a realistic soil base.
- Arrange & Sew:
- Assemble the lotus by layering petals from largest (white) to smallest (pink), with the light green center on top. Sew all layers together securely.
- Carefully arrange the lotus, sunflowers, and lily pads on top of the pot. Ensure the trailing vines drape realistically from the sides.
- Using your yarn needle, sew all the crocheted elements firmly onto the top of the stuffed pot.
- Hanger: Cut three equal lengths of jute twine (e.g., 20-24 inches each). Tie them together at one end in a strong knot. Evenly space the three strands around the pot’s top rim (you can thread them through the crochet stitches) and gather them at the top. Tie another strong knot at the desired hanging height, forming a loop. Trim excess.
Your beautiful, maintenance-free crochet hanging plant is now complete! Hang it in your living room, bedroom, office, or gift it to a plant-loving friend. It’s a testament to the warmth and charm of handmade creations. Share your finished projects with us – we’d love to see your unique touches!
