Crochet isn’t just for blankets and scarves – it can also add personality and style to your home décor. These Hanging Crochet Planter Pods are the perfect mix of creativity and function, giving your plants a cozy, handmade home. They’re ideal for kitchen walls, craft rooms, or even as gifts for plant-loving friends.
Whether you’re a beginner looking for a quick project or an experienced crocheter searching for something unique, these pods are a joy to make. The design works in both small and large sizes, allowing you to choose the perfect fit for your space.
In this tutorial, you’ll find:
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A complete materials list
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Detailed step-by-step instructions for both sizes
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Creative variations to customize your pods
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Ideas for displaying and decorating with them
Materials You’ll Need
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🧶 Yarn – Bernat® Maker Home Dec™ in brown or cream (or color of your choice)
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🪝 Hook – U.S. L/11 (8 mm) crochet hook (or size needed to meet gauge)
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📍 Notions – stitch marker, scissors, yarn needle
Finished Measurements
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🌱 Small Pod – 4½” (11.5 cm) diameter – fits a 4″ (10 cm) plant pot
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🌿 Large Pod – 7″ (18 cm) diameter – fits a 6″ (15 cm) plant pot
Gauge
10 single crochets and 11 rows = 4″ (10 cm)
💡 Maintaining gauge ensures your pods will have the correct size and shape.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
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ch – chain
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sc – single crochet
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hdc – half double crochet
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sl st – slip stitch
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sc2tog – single crochet 2 together
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rep – repeat
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rnd(s) – round(s)
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PM – place marker
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st(s) – stitch(es)
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sp(s) – space(s)
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yoh – yarn over hook
Crochet Instructions
Note: Do not join at the end of rounds unless stated. Work in a continuous spiral and use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
Base of Pod
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Ch 2
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Rnd 1: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6 sts)
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Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around (12 sts)
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Rnd 3: 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next st – rep around (18 sts)
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Rnd 4: 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 2 sts – rep around (24 sts)
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Rnd 5: 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 3 sts – rep around (30 sts)
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Rnd 6: 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 4 sts – rep around (36 sts)
Large Version Only
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Rnd 7: 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 5 sts – rep around (42 sts)
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Rnd 8: 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 6 sts – rep around (48 sts)
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Rnd 9: 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 7 sts – rep around (54 sts)
Body of the Pod (Both Sizes)
Repeat the following round:
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1 sc in next 18 (Small) or 27 (Large) sts
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1 hdc in next 5 (Small) or 8 (Large) sts
Repeat this round 5 (Small) or 8 (Large) times.
Shaping the Opening
Small Version:
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(1 sc in each of next 4 sts, sc2tog) 3 times, 1 hdc in last 18 sts (33 sts)
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(1 sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog) 3 times, 1 hdc in next 9 hdc, ch 8, 1 hdc in last 9 hdc (30 sts)
Large Version:
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(1 sc in next 7 sts, sc2tog) 3 times, 1 hdc in last 27 sts (51 sts)
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(1 sc in next 6 sts, sc2tog) 3 times, 1 hdc in last 24 sts (48 sts)
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(1 sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog) 3 times, 1 hdc in last 21 sts (45 sts)
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(1 sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog) 3 times, 1 hdc in last 18 sts (42 sts)
Final Round (Both Sizes)
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Sl st in next 12 (18) sts
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1 hdc in next 9 (13) hdc
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12 hdc in ch-8 space
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1 hdc in next 9 (13) hdc
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Sl st to first sl st
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Fasten off. (42 sts for Small, 54 sts for Large)
Finishing Touch
Wrap yarn 12 times around the base of the ch-8 loop to form the hanging loop. Pull tight and secure. Hang on a hook, door knob, or wall peg.
Creative Variations
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🌈 Color Play: Use gradient or variegated yarn for a unique look.
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🌿 Texture Change: Try t-shirt yarn for a sturdy, eco-friendly version.
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🪴 Multi-Pod Display: Hang 3–4 pods together for a statement wall.
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🎄 Seasonal Décor: Pastels for spring, red and green for Christmas.
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Conclusion
The Hanging Crochet Planter Pods combine function, style, and creativity. Whether you make them as gifts or for your own home, their charm will brighten any space. Grab your yarn and hook — your next favorite project starts now!
