A crochet flower pot is such a happy little project to have on a desk, shelf or give to a special someone. In this tutorial I will show you how to make a simple washable daisy plant pot with removable flower design using basic crochet stitches.
Why You’ll Love This Project
It is cute, decorative and fun to personalise. It also feels like a nice mix of soft home-decor and playful handmade charm.
What You Will Need
- Yarn
- Crochet hook
- Yarn Needle Scissors
Select a yarn and hook size that will give you the fit and texture you want.
Best Yarn for This Project
Smooth yarns that give good stitch definition are better for flowers and leaves. For a piece that will hold its shape nicely, choose a yarn that feels a little sturdy, but not too drapey.
Proficiency
Best for the confident beginner.
Size & Fit Guide
You can make the flower larger or smaller by altering your yarn and hook. You can add more rounds/repeats if you need to. Adjust the stem, leaves or pot height until the piece looks balanced.
Number of Stitches Employed
Crochet stitches.
How to Prepare
Begin the Foundation
Start by making the base of the pot and build it up until it looks like a small flower pot.
Middle Section Work
Then separately crochet the flower parts and the plants. The tutorial introduces a simple constructed, removable daisy styled flower plant.
Resize Modification
Keep adding rounds or rows until the pot, flower and leaves look the way you want. You can keep the project small for decor or make it a little fuller for a gift item.
Join or create
Carefully arrange the flower and plant parts so that they are centred in the pot and look even from the front.
Edge finishing
Tidy the top of the pot, weave in ends and shape petals and leaves with your fingers to give the finished piece a polished look.
Useful Tips
- Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of the rounds.
- As you go, watch the shape.
- Keep your tension even so the matching parts look nice.
- Weave in the ends securely, especially on projects that will get a lot of use.
- Finally, gently mould the petals and leaves.
Mistakes that are Easy to Make
- Tightening the tension too much
- Fail to indicate the start of rounds
- Half filling one side over the other
- Assemble parts prior to position check
- Ends left hanging in the project
Ideas for Customisation
Try different flower colours, make a longer stem, add some extra leaves or crochet a whole set in matching colours. A bow around the pot might also look sweet.
Style Inspirations
Great for a desk decoration, shelf accent or handmade gift. It would be cute in a craft room or nursery or as part of a gift basket too.
Care Instructions
If needed hand wash in cool water, reshape whilst wet and lay flat to dry. Handle with care so the flower retains its shape.
Time Required
This can take anywhere from a few hours depending on your speed, yarn, size and stitch pattern.
Summary
This is a sweet project for those who love soft floral décor with no watering required. It’s simple, happy, and easy to make your own.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can beginners make this?
Yes, but it is best for confident beginners who already know the basics.
Can I change the flower color?
Yes, this project is easy to personalize with different colors.
Does it make a nice gift?
Yes, it is a sweet handmade gift for birthdays, Mother’s Day, or room decor.
Can I make it bigger?
Yes, use thicker yarn or keep crocheting until you reach the size you want.
Do I have to follow exact sizing?
No, you can adjust the height and fullness as needed.