Learn How to Make a Crocheted Lavender Potted Plant

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Materials Needed
3. Making the Flower
4. Making the Leaves
5. Making the Soil
6. Adding the Stem
7. Closing the Bottom of the Soil
8. Attaching the Flower
9. Attaching the Leaves
10. Conclusion

Making Lavender Potted Plants: A Step-by-Step Guide

Lavender potted plants make a wonderful gift for any occasion, whether it's Mother's Day, a teacher's gift, or just for yourself. In this tutorial, I will show you how to create beautiful lavender potted plants using crochet. With just a few materials and some basic crochet stitches, you can make these charming plants that require no watering. So let's get started!

Materials Needed

Before we begin, let's gather all the materials we will need for this project. Here's a list of what you will need:

1. Worsted weight yarn in purple, green, and brown
2. A 4mm crochet hook
3. Scissors
4. A tapestry needle
5. A 2-inch (or desired size) terracotta pot
6. Floral wire and wire cutters (or pipe cleaner)
7. A hot glue gun
8. Stuffing

Making the Flower

To start, we will begin by making the flower. Using the purple yarn, we will chain 8 stitches. Then, we will turn and place 2 single crochet stitches in the second chain from the hook. Next, we will slip stitch in the next chain. We will repeat this pattern of 2 single crochet stitches and slip stitch all the way down the chain. On the last slip knot, we will place 2 single crochet stitches on the side and flip around to the other side. We will continue this pattern until we reach the end of the chain. Once done, we will slip stitch to the first single crochet made on the other side of the chain. Finally, we will slip stitch down the center of the chain to create the flower's petals.

Making the Leaves

Now that we have completed the flower, it's time to make the leaves. Using the green yarn, we will start by tying a slip knot and chaining 4 stitches. In the second chain from the hook, we will place a single crochet stitch. We will repeat this pattern of 2 single crochet stitches and a slip stitch, chaining 4 each time. To close off the leaves, we will slip stitch through the front loop of the first slip stitch and the back loop of the slip knot. After fastening off, we will sew in the loose ends.

Making the Soil

Next, we will create the soil for our lavender potted plant. Using the brown yarn, we will start with a magic loop and place 6 single crochet stitches in it. For the second round, we will increase in each stitch by placing 2 single crochet stitches in each of the 6 stitches. The size of the soil will depend on the size of your terracotta pot. Adjust the number of rounds accordingly to ensure the soil fits snugly inside the pot. Once the desired size is achieved, we will decrease the stitches to close up the bottom of the soil. We will then stuff the soil with stuffing, close it off, and sew in the loose ends.

Adding the Stem

To add a stem to our lavender potted plant, we will use floral wire. Fold the wire in half and cut it to the desired length. Insert the wire into the magic loop opening of the soil, making sure it is secure. Add a little hot glue to the stem for extra reinforcement.

Closing the Bottom of the Soil

To close the bottom of the soil, sew through each of the 6 stitches along the bottom and pull tight to close. Tie a surface knot and weave in any excess tail.

Attaching the Flower

Now it's time to attach the flower to our lavender potted plant. Weave in the loose ends of the flower and use a hot glue gun to add a small amount of glue along the stem. Press the flower to the back of the lavender plant and hold it in place until the glue cools and sets.

Attaching the Leaves

Finally, we will attach the leaves to our lavender potted plant. Thread the short tail of the leaves through a tapestry needle and insert it into the magic loop opening. Weave it through the soil to anchor it securely. Using the long tail, sew through the magic loop opening and the soil again. Wedge the leaves onto the soil by sewing between them and pulling tight to cinch them onto the soil. Tie a surface knot on the bottom and weave in any excess tail.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully created a beautiful lavender potted plant using crochet. These plants make excellent gifts and are a lovely addition to any home decor. Get creative by making different color variations or adding multiple flowers to one pot. Enjoy your new lavender potted plant or gift it to someone special. Thank you for following along with this tutorial, and happy crocheting!

Highlights

• Create beautiful lavender potted plants using crochet
• Perfect gift for Mother's Day or as a teacher's gift
• Requires no watering or maintenance
• Use worsted weight yarn in purple, green, and brown
• Step-by-step instructions for making the flower, leaves, soil, stem, and attaching the components
• Personalize your lavender potted plant with different color variations
• Achieve a snug fit by adjusting the size of the soil to fit your terracotta pot
• Get creative and add multiple flowers to one pot
• Enjoy your new lavender potted plant or gift it to someone special

FAQ

Q: Can I use a different type of yarn for this project? A: Yes, you can use a different weight of yarn, but the size of your lavender potted plant may vary. Adjust the size of the soil accordingly.

Q: Can I use a different type of pot instead of a terracotta pot? A: Yes, you can use a different type of pot, but make sure to adjust the size of the soil to fit the pot properly.

Q: How long does it take to make a lavender potted plant? A: The time it takes to complete this project depends on your crochet skills and speed. However, it is a relatively quick project that can be completed in a few hours.

Q: Can I make variations of this lavender potted plant? A: Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with different colors, sizes, and arrangements to create a unique lavender potted plant that fits your style and preferences.

Q: Can I wash the lavender potted plant? A: It is not recommended to wash the lavender potted plant as it may damage the crochet stitches and the floral wire. However, you can gently spot clean it if needed.