Crochet Plant Hanger: A Boho Hanger for 4–5 Inch Pots
A double crochet base, a mesh cradle and four long chain-and-sc straps gathered into a ring. A quick boho plant hanger in cotton cord or doubled cotton yarn.
Pattern at a glance
US terms- Skill level
- Easy
- Yarn
- Worsted (#4) cotton held double, or 3 mm cotton macramé cord: about 100 yd
- Hook
- 6 mm (J-10)
- Time
- About 1½ hours
- Finished size
- Fits 4–5 in (10–13 cm) pots; hangs about 28 in (71 cm)
You'll need
- Worsted weight (#4) cotton held double, or 3 mm cotton cord — about 100 yd
- 6 mm (J-10) hook
- A 2-in (5 cm) wooden or metal ring
- Tapestry needle
In this post
A crochet plant hanger is the boho decor piece that takes an evening and looks great for years. This one has a solid round base for the pot to sit on, a mesh round that cradles it, and four long straps that come together at a ring for hanging.
Use cotton — it's strong, doesn't stretch much and won't sag under the weight of damp soil. Holding two strands of worsted cotton together makes a sturdy cord.
The rest of this post is just below — free, as always.
The pattern
Ch 2 at the start of each round doesn't count as a stitch.
Base
- Rnd 1: 12 dc in a magic ring. Sl st to the first dc. (12)
- Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st. Join. (24)
- Rnd 3: Ch 2, (dc, 2 dc in next) 12 times. Join. (36)
- Rnd 4: Ch 2, in back loops only, dc around. Join. This turns the edge up. (36)
Mesh cradle
- Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in the first st. *Ch 5, skip 2, sc in the next st*; repeat around, ending ch 5, sl st to the first sc. (12 loops)
- Rnd 6: Sl st to the centre of the first loop. *Ch 6, sc in the centre of the next loop*; repeat around. (12 loops)
Straps (make 4)
- Step 1: Join yarn in the centre of any loop of Rnd 6. Ch 70 (about 24 in).
- Step 2: Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and back down the chain to the loop. Sl st into the loop and fasten off. A row of sc makes the strap thick and strong.
- Step 3: Skip 2 loops and repeat in the next loop, so the four straps are evenly spaced around the hanger.
Ring
- Step 1: Gather the four strap ends, check the hanger hangs level, and thread them through the ring.
- Step 2: Fold each end over the ring by 1 in and sew it securely to itself.
- Step 3: Optional: cover the ring with sc worked around it before attaching, for a fully crocheted look.
Make it your own
- Bigger pots: add an increase round (48 sts) for 6-in pots and work 16 loops.
- Tassel: knot a big tassel under the base.
- Beads: slide wooden beads onto the straps before gathering.
- Matching basket: see our crochet basket.
Common questions
What yarn is best for a crochet plant hanger?
Cotton cord or cotton yarn held double. Avoid acrylic and wool, which stretch under weight.
How much weight can it hold?
A cotton hanger like this holds a 4–5 in pot with a plant comfortably. For heavy ceramic pots, use thicker cord and a sturdy ceiling hook.
Can I use it outdoors?
Under cover, yes. Cotton will eventually weaken in sun and rain; outdoor (polyester) cord lasts longer outside.
Which plant is going in yours? 🪴
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