Small Plant Pockets

Small Plant Pockets Crochet Pattern by Hobbydingen

What Is Being Made

Small Plant Pockets are decorative crochet hangers designed to hold and display small potted plants. Each pocket features a hanging loop and can accommodate plants measuring 5-6cm in diameter and 11-12cm in height. The finished hanger measures 10cm in diameter with a total height of 20cm including the loop. These pieces are versatile decorations that can be customized with different yarn colors and plant varieties to create numerous variations.

Crochet Techniques Used

This beginner-friendly crochet pattern uses fundamental techniques suitable for crafters new to the craft. The design is crocheted in the round, which creates a seamless, circular construction ideal for pocket shapes. The pattern employs basic shaping methods including decreases to form the pocket structure and create the hanging loop attachment point.

Stitches and Construction Methods

The Small Plant Pockets pattern utilizes essential crochet stitches including:

• Chain (Ch) – foundational stitch for creating the base structure
• Magic Circle (Mc) – technique for starting projects worked in the round without a visible center hole
• Single Crochet (Sc) – primary stitch providing tight, dense fabric ideal for holding plant weight
• Single Crochet 2 Together (Sc2tog) – decrease stitch used to shape the pocket and create tapering sections
• Slip Stitch (Sl) – joining stitch for connecting rounds and finishing edges

Materials and Yarn Requirements

Each Small Plant Pocket hanger requires approximately 33 yards of super chunky yarn. The pattern specifies Hoooked RibbonXL in colorways such as Emerald Splash and Early Dew, which features 120 meters per 250 grams (approximately 142 yards per 8.82 ounces) and is made from 100% recycled fibers. A 5.5mm (size I) crochet hook is recommended for working with this yarn weight. Additional materials include a darning needle for weaving in ends and scissors for cutting yarn.

Difficulty Level

Rated at beginner level (2 out of 5 stars), the Small Plant Pockets pattern is accessible to crocheters just starting their journey. The straightforward stitch combinations and in-the-round construction provide excellent practice for fundamental techniques while producing an attractive, functional finished piece.