Crochet plant pot covers and hanging slings are such a fun way to dress up your plants without buying new pots or hardware. Most of these projects use small amounts of yarn and basic stitches, so they’re great stash-busters and “weeknight” makes. You can keep things minimalist with textured neutrals, or go wild with lamb faces, stripes, and boho fringe. Below are fifteen curated tutorials: a mix of desk-size cozies, floor baskets, and hangers in different sizes. Pick one plant and one pattern, and let that be your next easy home upgrade.
Julie Basket Plant Pot Cover
The Julie Basket Plant Pot Cover is a flexible basket-style cozy that works both as storage and a pretty plant pot disguise. The stitch pattern builds dense texture in the round, using worsted or bulky yarn depending on which version of the Julie Basket Crochet Pattern you choose. Make it shorter for a snug pot sleeve or taller for a full basket. Use neutrals for a modern look or variegated yarn to show off the texture. Measure your pot’s circumference, then choose your size and height from the pattern and enjoy this relaxing make Sincerely pam+1.
Supplies:
- Worsted or bulky weight yarn (pattern includes both options)
- 6.0 mm crochet hook for bulky, smaller for worsted
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Why it’s great: One pattern doubles as a plant cozy and a storage basket with beautifully simple texture.
T-Shirt Yarn & Plarn Plant Pot Cover
The T-Shirt Yarn & Plarn Plant Pot Cover from Tinycurl is perfect if you love sustainable projects. This Crochet a Plant Pot Cover with Plastic Bag or T-Shirt Yarn tutorial shows how to turn old bags or tees into chunky yarn, then work a simple single-crochet cylinder that fits multiple pot sizes. The stiff material stands up nicely and wipes clean. Work a tight gauge so the cover holds its shape, and test-fit around your pot as you go to decide when to stop increasing and start working straight up Tiny Curl Crochet.
Supplies:
- Homemade t-shirt yarn or plastic-bag plarn
- 6.0–8.0 mm crochet hook (to match yarn thickness)
- Scissors
- Yarn needle (for t-shirt yarn tails)
Why it’s great: Turns recycling into sturdy, wipeable plant cozies that look modern and sculptural.
Simple Flower Pot Cozy
The Simple Flower Pot Cozy from Yarnspirations is a classic sleeve design that hugs a straight-sided pot and adds a pop of color. Worked in Phentex Slipper & Craft yarn, it’s durable and a little bit stiff, perfect for sliding over plastic nursery pots. The pattern includes clear sizing notes and encourages making a whole rainbow of cozies. Choose your pot size, check the gauge, and then whip up a sleeve in single crochet with minimal shaping—ideal for beginners who want an easy win around their plants Yarnspirations.
Supplies:
- Phentex Slipper & Craft yarn (craft-weight synthetic)
- 5.0 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Why it’s great: Fast, colorful pot cozies that are tough enough for everyday indoor use.
Striped Moss Plant Pot Cover
The Striped Moss Plant Pot Cover uses moss stitch and clever color changes to create neat vertical stripes with almost no ends to weave in. This pattern comes in three sizes for 2″, 4″, and 6″ pots, and it’s worked in rounds from a flat base, so it’s easy to adjust up or down. All you need is chain and single crochet. Pick three coordinating colors—think cream, soft grey, and dusty blue—for a calm, modern look. Check the base diameter against your pot as you go for perfect sizing Juniper and Oakes+1.
Supplies:
- Worsted weight yarn in three coordinating colors
- 5.0 mm crochet hook
- Stitch marker
- Yarn needle & scissors
Why it’s great: Moss stitch plus stripes gives a subtle woven look that suits lots of decor styles.
Cozy Alpine Plant Pot Cover
The Cozy Alpine Plant Pot Cover features squishy alpine stitch ridges that look like mini knit cables. Designed for a 4″ pot in worsted-weight yarn, it creates a thick, protective layer around basic nursery pots. The pattern is sized but also gives gauge and base measurements so you can adapt to other pots. Make several in soft heathered shades to mix and match—these work beautifully as gifts with a plant tucked inside. Keep your tension firm so the alpine texture really pops around the pot Juniper and Oakes+1.
Supplies:
- Worsted weight acrylic or wool yarn (e.g., Brava Worsted mini)
- 5.0 mm crochet hook (H/6)
- 4″ plant pot for sizing
- Yarn needle & scissors
Why it’s great: Thick, alpine texture gives inexpensive pots a cozy “sweater” look.
Spiral Texture Planter Cover
The Spiral Crochet Planter Cover from The Inspired Wren uses front post stitches and clever turning to create a raised spiral texture around a 4″ pot. It’s a fun step up if you’ve never tried post stitches before. The pattern includes bottom diameter and height measurements so the cover slips snugly over a straight-sided planter and stretches slightly at the cuff. Work it in autumnal colors—burnt orange, mustard, or deep red—for cozy seasonal decor, or pick cool neutrals for year-round use The Inspired Wren+1.
Supplies:
- Worsted weight yarn in a solid or tweed shade
- 4.5–5.0 mm crochet hook
- 4″ plant pot for fitting
- Yarn needle & scissors
Why it’s great: Eye-catching spiral texture that instantly upgrades simple store-bought pots.
Lamb & Bunny Character Plant Pot Covers
The Lamb & Bunny DIY Plant Pot Covers from Gathered turn your pots into adorable animals, complete with sleepy faces and little ears. You’ll crochet a simple sleeve in the round, then add textured lamb “wool” or smooth bunny features plus ears and embroidered details. Designed as Easter decorations, they’re also cute for kids’ rooms or desks. Use sturdy cotton or acrylic so they stand up to handling. Make sure to choose pots with drainage trays, then slide the covers over the outer pots to keep them clean Gathered.
Supplies:
- DK or worsted cotton/acrylic yarn in white, cream, pink, grey
- 3.5–4.0 mm crochet hook
- Safety eyes or black embroidery thread
- Yarn needle, scissors, stuffing scraps for ears (optional)
Why it’s great: Transforms plain pots into cute lamb and bunny friends that show off your plants.
Macramé-Style Plant Hanger
The Macramé-Style Plant Hanger from Sarah Maker combines a solid Crochet base with open chain sections so it looks a bit like macramé but is all yarn. Worked in Dishie cotton, it fits a 5″ pot and uses only about 60 yards. The basket is crocheted first, then long cords are added and joined at the top. Use a strong cotton and check the gauge so your hanger doesn’t stretch too much over time. It’s a great beginner-friendly introduction to hanging plant slings Sarah Maker.
Supplies:
- Worsted-weight cotton yarn (WeCrochet Dishie or similar)
- 5.0 mm crochet hook (H)
- 5″ plant pot
- Tapestry needle, stitch markers (optional)
Why it’s great: Clean, modern hanger that’s sturdy, quick, and suits most decor styles.
Quick Cotton Plant Hanger
The Quick Cotton Plant Hanger from Jewels & Jones is designed to be made in under 25 minutes with basic stitches and chains. It starts with a small round base, then you create long chained straps that are knotted together to hold the pot. The pattern uses cotton yarn for strength and shows step photos of the knotting process, so even newer crocheters can follow. It’s a simple way to get a finished hanger fast, great for gifting a plant plus sling together Jewels and Jones+1.
Supplies:
- Worsted-weight cotton yarn
- 5.0 mm crochet hook
- Small plant pot
- Yarn needle & scissors
Why it’s great: Super-fast project that turns one ball of cotton into a practical hanging plant sling.
Boho Diamond Mesh Plant Hanger
The Boho Plant Hanger from You Should Craft uses double crochet and long chain loops to form an open diamond mesh around your pot, finished with beads and a tassel. It fits 4–5″ pots and is made in continuous joined rounds before splitting into three long hanging straps. The tutorial includes clear photos for each round and tips for customizing length if your pot is taller. Choose neutral cotton and wooden beads for a classic boho look, or bright colors for a playful plant corner You Should Craft+1.
Supplies:
- Worsted-weight cotton yarn
- 4.0 mm crochet hook
- Wooden beads (optional) & tassel yarn
- Yarn needle & scissors
Why it’s great: Light, airy mesh that shows off the pot and plant while still supporting it securely.
Easy Plant Hanger
The Easy Plant Hanger from Joy of Motion Crochet is designed as a quick summer project that can be customized to almost any pot size. It uses aran-weight cotton (like Lion Brand Kitchen Cotton) and a simple openwork design that looks lacy but sturdy. The pattern explains how to adjust for different heights and diameters, and a photo tutorial walks you through each step. Make a small version for herbs on the balcony or a larger one for statement plants in the living room Ravelry.
Supplies:
- Aran-weight cotton yarn (Kitchen Cotton or similar)
- 5.5 mm crochet hook (I)
- Plant pot to fit (2.5–6″ suggested)
- Yarn needle & scissors
Why it’s great: Fully customizable plant hanger that balances lacy looks with solid, cotton strength.
Three-Size Plant Hanger
The Three-Size Plant Hanger by A Crocheted Simplicity offers small, medium, and large options that all use Lily Sugar’n Cream cotton and very little yarn. The pattern mixes solid bases with open diamond sections, plus instructions for adding wooden rings and beads (or crocheting your own ring if you prefer). She includes exact yardage for each size and notes on choosing non-stretchy yarns, so your plants don’t sag over time. This is a great pattern if you want a matching set at different heights A Crocheted Simplicity+1.
Supplies:
- Worsted cotton yarn (Lily Sugar’n Cream) in ecru, jute, beach glass
- 5.0 mm and 4.0 mm crochet hooks
- Optional wooden ring and beads
- Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers
Why it’s great: Clear sizing, cotton yarn, and optional beads make it super customizable for any room.
Plant Happy Jersey-Yarn Hanger
The Plant Happy Crochet Planter Hanger from Vickie Howell uses jersey or t-shirt yarn for a chunky, stretchy sling that works especially well outdoors or on patios. The design cradles the pot in a thick band of stitches with sturdy straps you can tie onto an awning or hook. Because the yarn is bulky, the hanger works up quickly and has a modern, graphic look. Choose solid neutrals for minimal style or bright colors to match your outdoor cushions. Check the fit around your pot before fastening off Vickie Howell.
Supplies:
- Bulky jersey or t-shirt yarn
- Large crochet hook (8.0–10.0 mm)
- Pot suitable for outdoor use
- Yarn needle & scissors
Why it’s great: Chunky jersey yarn plus simple stitching equals a bold, quick-finish hanger for patios or balconies.
Mini Desk Plant Hanger
The Mini Plant Hanger Crochet Pattern from Hands of Zeal is sized for tiny pots—think succulents on your desk or a little hanging plant in the car. The base is a quick, small circle worked in worsted cotton, followed by simple chain loops that gather at the top. It’s a perfect project for leftover yarn, and the small size means you can experiment with bold colors without overwhelming your space. Make two or three and hang them at staggered heights for a cute vignette handsofzeal.blogspot.com+1.
Supplies:
- Worsted-weight cotton yarn (great for small hangers)
- 4.0–4.5 mm crochet hook
- Mini pot (2–3″)
- Yarn needle & scissors
Why it’s great: Adorable mini hanger that uses scraps and works up in under an hour.
Iris & Chains Textured Plant Hanger
The Iris & Chains Crochet Plant Hanger from Yarnique uses mostly basic stitches with one extra-tall stitch to create a decorative band of iris stitch around the basket. The rest of the hanger is simple chains and single crochet, so it’s manageable even if you’re newer to texture. It’s designed for small to medium pots and looks especially pretty in solid, light colors that show off the iris stitch. Follow the written pattern or use the supporting photos to nail that special round, then finish with classic hanging cords yarnique.com.
Supplies:
- Worsted-weight cotton or cotton blend yarn
- 5.0 mm crochet hook
- Plant pot to fit (4–6″)
- Yarn needle & scissors
Why it’s great: Adds a pretty iris-stitch band to an otherwise simple sling, giving extra texture without a lot of effort.
Conclusion
You don’t have to re-pot anything to give your plants a glow-up—just slip on a Crochet cover or hang them in a new sling. Start with one pot on your desk or favorite windowsill, then add more as you go. Bookmark these tutorials, raid your yarn stash, and let your plants be the excuse for plenty of small, satisfying makes.
FAQs
1. What yarns work best for crochet plant pot covers and hanging slings?
For pot covers and slings, cotton is a star—strong, low-stretch, and easy to wash. Acrylic works fine for pot sleeves that sit on shelves, but for hangers that bear weight, choose sturdy, non-hairy cotton, t-shirt yarn, or plarn. Avoid very stretchy yarns unless you deliberately make the hanger shorter to compensate.
2. Can I machine wash these, and how should I dry them?
If you’ve used standard cotton or acrylic, most pieces can go in a gentle machine wash inside a mesh bag. Remove pots first, of course. Reshape covers while damp and dry flat so they don’t stretch. For hangers, lay them flat or drape over a towel instead of hanging by one end, which can lengthen the straps over time.
3. How do I scale patterns for different pot sizes or plant heights?
For covers, adjust the base: keep increasing rounds until the circle matches the pot’s bottom diameter, then work straight up. For hanging slings, adjust both the base and strap length. Many patterns give gauges and finished measurements—use those as a guide and test around your actual pot before fastening off.
4. Are there safer fibers for kitchen, bathroom, or sunny windows?
In humid areas like kitchens and bathrooms, cotton is ideal—it handles moisture and frequent washing well. Near very hot, sunny windows, cotton and some wools cope better with heat than delicate synthetics, which can warp. Still, keep Crochet pieces away from direct flames, hot bulbs, and heaters, and don’t rely on them to protect surfaces from very hot pots.
5. What joins and edgings make hangers and covers more durable?
Work bases and sides tightly, without loose loops. For covers, a final round of single crochet or slip stitch at the top adds stability. For hangers, secure strap joins with extra stitches and weave in ends through multiple directions, splitting yarn through stitches instead of just running under loops. If using wooden rings, stitch through the ring multiple times to anchor it firmly.
6. How much yarn and time do these projects usually take?
Small pot covers and mini hangers can use as little as 30–60 yards and take under an hour. Medium hangers and covers often fall in the 60–150 yard range and might take an evening. Big floor baskets or jumbo hangers in bulky yarn use more yardage but still work up quickly because of the thicker hook and stitches.
7. Any tips for photographing crochet plant covers and hangers?
Place your plant by a window with indirect light, turn off harsh overhead lights, and keep backgrounds simple. For covers, shoot from slightly above to show both plant and Crochet texture. For hangers, step back and capture the full drop plus a close-up detail shot of the stitches. Including a bit of wall, shelf, or window frame helps anchor the scene.
8. How do I fix curling, stretching, or wavy edges on my covers and slings?
If a pot cover’s base curls up like a bowl, you may have too few increases—add another round before working the sides. If the top waves, you likely increased too much; remove a round or tighten your tension. For stretched hangers, shorten straps next time or add extra rows of dense stitches at the join. Light blocking—dampening and reshaping—can smooth minor ripples.