Learning how to make Chunky Crochet Plant Pot Covers is easier than ever with my Chunky Planter Sweater pattern!
These crochet plant pot covers, also known as planter sweaters or plant cozies, are a quick and easy way to dress up plain pots and give your plants a completely new look. I’ve designed several crochet planter patterns over the years, but this chunky version was my first and is still a reader favorite.
They’re also perfect for using up leftover yarn and make great handmade gifts or craft fair items. Around Christmas, I especially love using them with mini faux trees, poinsettias, and other holiday arrangements for easy seasonal décor.
Let’s grab some chunky yarn and get started!
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Yarn Suggestions For The Crochet Plant Pot Covers
The Chunky Crochet Plant Pot Covers Pattern is written using two strands of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick held together. This is a size 6 super bulky yarn.
Below are the suppliers I recommend:
Lion Brand Yarn
Amazon
Yarn Alternatives
I haven’t personally tested alternative yarns for The Chunky Crochet Plant Pot Covers pattern, but most size 6 yarns should work well. Feel free to experiment with different yarns, but please note the gauge may turn out slightly smaller or larger depending on what you use.
Tips & Tricks For The Crochet Plant Pot Covers
Two Strands of Yarn
This pattern is worked holding two strands of yarn together, which creates a sturdy, structured planter, similar to my crochet basket patterns. If you find it difficult to work with two strands, you can use one strand instead. Just note that your planter cover will turn out slightly smaller and may conform more closely to the shape of your pot.
Creating Different Bottom Shapes
For a flatter bottom, work in the back loop only (blo) when starting the first round of single crochet.
For a more rounded bottom, work in both loops and join with a standard slip stitch.
(The large poinsettia planter shown below is worked in both loops.)
Color Changes
Change colors wherever you’d like, and choose whether to work in BLO or both loops to customize your look. (The large poinsettia planter shown below is worked in both loops.)
Adjusting Height
Add or remove rounds of single crochet to reach your desired height.
Planter Sources
My favorite places to get faux plants for the Chunky Crochet Plant Pot Covers are Ikea and Target. There are many similar sized plants sold at other big box stores like Michaels or Hobby Lobby.
Note: All plants shown are from Target or Ikea, however, inventory changes year to year, so they may no longer be available. I find the stores carry similar sizes each year, but the styles may change slightly. The Christmas colors shown in the photo below are Cranberry, Kale and Fisherman.
The pattern was specifically designed to fit the following plants from Ikea:
– The mini version fits the 2.25 inch faux Fejka brand plants that are carried at Ikea.
– The small version fits the 3.5 inch faux Fejka brand plants that are carried at Ikea.
– The large version fits the 4.75 inch faux Fejka brand plants that are carried at Ikea.
The mini succulents shown below are size 2.25 inches from the Fejka collection at Ikea. Follow the instructions below for the size mini cover. Colors Shown are Fossil, Grey Marble, Slate, Moonlight, and Fisherman.
The small plants shown below are size 3.5 inches from the Fejka collection at Ikea. Follow the instructions below for the size small cover.
Ikea also has a great seasonal line for Christmas. I continue to use the 2.25, 3.5, & 4.75 inch sizes that they offer. Their winter line has been called a few different names over the years such as Vinter, Vinterfest, and Vinterfint.
The mini tree & poinsettia shown below are size 2.25 inches from the seasonal collection at Ikea and fit the size mini pattern instructions below.
They also carry a 3.5 inch Christmas tree that fits the size small pattern nicely.
Note: The cream colors shown below are made without switching colors, and the last round is slip stitches instead of single crochet.
Tags & Labels For The Crochet Plant Pot Covers (Sweaters)
I recently created a blog post on the different crochet tags I use. The full post with extensive detail can be found here.
– The Ultrasuede custom logo tags are from Angie and Britt. They also offer some fun seasonal tag designs.
– The vegan leather & wooden seasonal tags (shown below) are from Savlabot.
– The sew on wooden logo tags are from Grain Deep.
The suede tags are attached with Chicago Screws which I purchase on Amazon. I get the 5x10mm in the color Bronze.
Sizing For The Chunky Crochet Plant Pot Covers
The Chunky Crochet Plant Pot Covers Pattern comes in three sizes:
Mini – 3 inch diameter & 3 inches tall, fits pot approximately 2.25 inch diameter & 2 – 2.25 inches tall
Small – 3.75 inch diameter and 4 inches tall, fits pot approximately 3.5 inch diameter & 3.5 – 3.75 inches tall
Large – 5 inch diameter and 4.5 inches tall, fits pot approximately 4.75 inch diameter and 4 – 4.25 inches tall
You can easily adjust the pattern by adding or removing increase rounds and adding or removing single crochet rounds to change height. Follow the remainder of the pattern as written, keeping in mind that you’ll have a different stitch and round count.
Gauge | Working in the Round
First 2 Rounds in Pattern for Size Small and Large = 3.75 Inches, Size Mini = 3 Inches with L Hook
Please be sure to check your gauge before starting, as tension can vary greatly from person to person and depending on the yarn used.
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner
Stitch Key | US Terms
beg – beginning
blo – back loop only
ch(s) – chain/chains
hdc – half double crochet
rnd(s) – round/rounds
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch/stitches
✂️ Materials & Supplies Needed
Grab everything you need to make your Crochet Plant Pot Covers:
- Yarn: Size 6 Super Bulky Yarn — 2 strands held together
- Color A: Approximately 20–50 yards
- Color B: Approximately 10–30 yards
- Recommended Yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick (results will vary depending on yarn used)
- Crochet Hook: Size L-11 (8mm) Crochet Hook, or size needed to meet gauge
- Notions: Tapestry Needle, Scissors, and Flexible Measuring Tape
- Faux Plants & Planters: Use your favorite faux plants and/or planters from the sources listed above
- Optional: Spanish Moss and Leather or Wooden Tags
Special Stitches
Invisible Join
After completion of the last stitch of the round, fasten off. With a tapestry needle, weave tail end under both loops of the first stitch of the round. Next, weave through the back loop only of the last stitch of the round. Weave in tail.
No-Cut Join Method
Instead of joining the end of a round with a slip stitch, remove hook from loop. Insert hook from back to
front under both bars of first stitch of round. Put loop back onto hook and draw through to the back. Pull
loop tightly to draw stitches together, then pull working yarn to draw loop back to usual size.
Video Instructions Here
Chunky Crochet Plant Pot Covers Video Tutorial
Prefer a video walkthrough? Grab your hook and crochet along with my step-by-step tutorial to see exactly how I make the Chunky Crochet Plant Pot Covers.
Chunky Crochet Plant Pot Covers Instructions
– The pattern is worked holding two strands of yarn together.
– Beg chs do not count as first st. Join each rnd in first stitch (not in beg ch).
– Work in both loops unless otherwise noted.
– If you want a rounded bottom work in both loops when transitioning to the sides, and join with a sl st.
– If you prefer not to use a magic circle on rnd 1, ch4, join with sl st in 4th ch from hook, and then continue rnd 1 as is.
Size Mini Base/Color A
Rnd 1. Create a magic circle, ch2, work 7 hdc in circle, join with sl st. (7hdc)
Rnd 2. Ch1, work 2 hdc in each hdc around, join with no-cut join method. (14hdc) (Diameter = 3″)
Size Mini Sides
Rnd 3. Ch1, working in blo, sc in each st around, join with sl st. (14sc)
Rnd 4. Ch1, sc in each st around, join with sl st. (14sc)
Rnd 5. Ch1, sc in each st around, fasten off using the invisible join method. (14sc) (Height = 2” tall)
Switch to Color B
Rnd 6. Working in blo, join Color B, ch1, sc in each st around, join with sl st. (14sc)
Rnd 7. Ch1, sc in each st around, fasten off using the invisible join method. (14sc)
Fasten off, weave in loose ends, and attach optional tags. Stretch and adjust the little planter cover over the planter of your choice, and add Spanish moss around the base of the plant, if desired. Enjoy!
Size Small Base/Color A
Rnd 1. Create a magic circle, ch2, work 10 hdc in circle, join with sl st. (10hdc)
Rnd 2. Ch1, work 2 hdc in each hdc around, join with no-cut join method. (20hdc) (Diameter = 3.75″)
Size Small Sides
Rnd 3. Ch1, working in blo, sc in each st around, join with sl st. (20sc)
Rnd 4-5. Ch1, sc in each st around, join with sl st. (20sc)
Rnd 6. Ch1, sc in each st around, fasten off using the invisible join method. (20sc) (Height = 2 ¼” – 2 ½” tall)
Switch to Color B
Rnd 7. Working in blo, join Color B, ch1, sc in each st around, join with sl st. (20sc)
Rnd 8. Ch1, sc in each st around, join with sl st. (20sc)
Rnd 9. Ch1, sc in each st around, fasten off using the invisible join method. (20sc)
Fasten off, weave in loose ends, and attach optional tags. Stretch and adjust the little planter cover over the planter of your choice, and add Spanish moss around the base of the plant, if desired. Enjoy!
Size Large Base/Color A
Rnd 1. Create a magic circle, ch2, work 10 hdc in circle, join with sl st. (10hdc)
Rnd 2. Ch1, work 2 hdc in each hdc around, join with sl st. (20hdc) (Diameter = 3.75″)
Rnd 3. Ch1, *hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st*, repeat from * around, join with no-cut join method. (30hdc)(Diameter = 5″)
Size Large Sides
Rnd 4. Ch1, working in blo, sc in each st around, join with sl st. (30sc)
Rnd 5-6. Ch1, sc in each st around, join with sl st. (30sc)
Rnd 7. Ch1, sc in each st around, fasten off using the invisible join method. (30sc) (Height = 2 ¾” – 3” tall)
Switch to Color B
Rnd 8. Working in blo, join Color B, ch1, sc in each st around, join with sl st. (30sc)
Rnd 9-10. Ch1, sc in each st around, join with sl st. (30sc)
Rnd 11. Ch1, sc in each st around, fasten off using the invisible join method. (30sc)
Fasten off, weave in loose ends, and attach optional tags. Stretch and adjust the little planter cover over the planter of your choice, and add Spanish moss around the base of the plant, if desired.
Your Chunky Crochet Plant Pot Covers are complete, enjoy! If you try these cute planter sweaters, I’d love to see pics. Be sure to tag me @simplymadebyerin
More Christmas Crochet Patterns & Holiday Ideas
If you enjoyed making these Chunky Crochet Plant Pot Covers, here are a few more free crochet patterns and holiday collections that are perfect for Christmas decorating, handmade gifts, and seasonal market prep:
- 15 Free Crochet Christmas Patterns You Can Make Fast
- Free Crochet Christmas Ornament Pattern Collection
- Bobble Crochet Christmas Tree Pattern
