About This Succulent Potted Plant Pattern
This pattern teaches you to crochet a tiny hanging succulent planter complete with a stitched pot, green circle base, and several puff-stitch succulent ropes. It uses superfine yarn and a small hook to create a delicate, realistic look. The finished piece is decorative, lightweight, and perfect for shelves, desks, or as a gift.
You will make the pot, a circle base, and 7–9 succulent ropes before sewing everything together and adding a hanging rope. Simple stitches and clear photos guide you through each step.
Why You'll Love This Succulent Potted Plant Pattern
I absolutely love this pattern because it captures the charm of trailing succulents in a tiny, handmade form. I enjoy how quick it is to make a full hanging planter in just a couple of hours. The puff stitch gives the succulents a lovely texture that feels satisfying to crochet and looks striking once assembled. I also love that you can customize lengths and quantities to create different looks and groupings for your space.
Switch Things Up
I love customizing this pattern by changing yarn colors and the number of succulent ropes to create different looks for each planter.
I sometimes use a lighter green combined with a darker green for more depth on the succulent ropes.
To make a larger hanging plant, I switch to sport or DK weight yarn and a larger hook, then increase the pot rounds proportionally.
For a petite keychain or ornament version, I use thinner yarn and shorter succulent ropes so it stays compact and portable.
I often add small beads or French knot embroidery to imitate soil specks or tiny flowers for a whimsical touch.
I also experiment with different stitch textures for the base, like alternating hdc and sc rows to change the pot edge finish.
Try varying the length of the hanging chains and group several pots at different heights for a layered display.
When making multiple planters, I mix yarn fibers—cotton for a crisp look or acrylic for brighter colors and easy care.
I sometimes line the inside with a small felt circle glued in place before stuffing to help the pot keep its shape over time.
For a more natural hanging rope look, I braid three chains together or use a thicker jute-style yarn instead of a single chain to create a rustic hanger.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
✗ Skipping the chain-1 at the beginning of each row will misalign your stitches; always start rows with the indicated chain to maintain row height and stitch placement.
✗ Forgetting to make an even number of increases can make the pot lopsided; count increases carefully and verify stitch totals after each round.
✗ Not stuffing the pot before sewing the circle base will make shaping difficult; stuff the pot gradually and firmly before closing the base.
✗ Sewing succulent ropes without pinning leads to uneven placement; pin or temporarily tack pieces in place before final stitching.
✗ Pulling yarn too tight on the puff stitches will flatten them; keep a looser tension when making puff stitches so they remain puffy and textured.
