About This Drooping Leave Amigurumi Pattern
This pattern teaches you how to crochet a small hanging Monstera-style plant with drooping leaves, a soil insert, and a little pot. It includes step-by-step rounds for the pot and soil, plus clear leaf instructions and assembly guidance. The pattern uses common crochet stitches and is photo-illustrated for clarity, making it fun to follow and assemble.
You will crochet the pot, a stuffed soil ball, many small leaves, and attach hanging ropes for a finished decorative planter. The pattern is great for gifting or adding a handmade green touch to any space.
Why You'll Love This Drooping Leave Amigurumi Pattern
I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms simple stitches into a lush, cascading plant that looks more complex than it is. I enjoy the relaxing repetition of the leaves and the satisfaction of seeing the planter come together during assembly. The mix of tiny motifs and a three-dimensional soil insert makes this project satisfying and varied. I love gifting these because they brighten small spaces and last forever without maintenance.
Switch Things Up
I love customizing this pattern by changing yarn colors to create different leaf looks; try darker greens or variegated yarn for a unique effect.
I often make the leaves larger by using a thicker yarn and a bigger hook to create a chunkier, more dramatic hanging plant.
I sometimes add tiny embroidered veins on the leaves for more realistic detail and visual interest.
I like to experiment with the number of leaves and their spacing; making more leaves creates a fuller, bushier cascade.
I have tried adding thin wire inside a few leaf stems so the leaves can be posed and shaped as desired for display.
I also make the pot in contrasting colors or with stripes to match my home decor and create a personalized look.
I recommend testing different chain lengths for the hanging ropes so you can tailor how low the planter hangs in your space.
I occasionally attach small crocheted flowers or beads among the leaves for a whimsical touch that brightens the piece.
I advise trying different stuffing amounts in the soil insert to adjust firmness and fit inside different pot sizes.
I often create a mini set in different sizes as a gift ensemble; mixing small and large planters looks lovely grouped together.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
✗ Skipping the slip stitch at the end of rows can change your stitch counts and shape; always slip stitch in the first stitch when instructed.
✗ Not counting your increases or decreases will quickly throw off round totals; count after each round to ensure you have the correct stitch number.
✗ Overstuffing the soil insert makes it too firm to fit in the pot properly; stuff gradually and test the fit as you go.
✗ Pulling chains for the hanging ropes too tight will distort the pot rim; keep a relaxed, even tension when making chains and tying ropes.
