10. Macramé-Inspired Plant Hanger
Introduction
A structural, airy crochet hanging basket designed to hold terracotta planters and trailing summer pothos or ferns.
What This Idea Means
Combines the structural look of knotted macramé with the fluid hook techniques of crochet, utilizing heavy cordage for crisp line definition.
How to Make It
- Base Base Ring: Work tight single crochets around a 2-inch wooden ring.
- Basket Cradle: Expand outward into a circular net web with triple treble cluster stitches to securely cup the base of a pot.
- Hanging Cords: Transition into 4 thick twisted crochet ropes (Romanian cord or I-cord) converging at a top wooden mounting ring.
Materials Needed
- 100m of 3mm braided cotton craft cord.
- 6.0 mm large gauge hook.
- 2 untreated hardwood rings (70mm diameter).
Tips and Variations
- Add unfinished natural wooden beads along the cord arms before finishing.
- Scale up the base dimensions to fit wider succulent bowls or hanging herb planters.
- Use waterproof synthetic paracord for outdoor garden displays.