Crochet Spider Plant: Easy DIY Guide for Chlorophytum Comosum

 

The crochet spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum) is a beloved houseplant for its durability and charming offshoot babies. This crochet version captures its beauty, perfect for a hanging pot.

Why Choose a Crochet Spider Plant?

This crochet spider plant is nearly indestructible. Its vibrant leaves and offshoot babies make it a stunning decor piece. It thrives in a 4-inch pot, adding charm to any space.

Project Overview

The finished crochet spider plant measures approximately 10 inches tall and 10 inches wide, including the pot. This size ensures it fits well in various display settings.

Materials Needed

Here’s what you need to create your crochet spider plant:

• Yarn: Scheepjes Metropolis (75% wool, 25% nylon, 219yd/200m per 50g ball): 1 ball each in 033 Atlanta (A), 031 Canberra (B), 032 Abu Dhabi (C); Scheepjes Merino Soft (50% wool, 25% microfibre, 25% acrylic, 115yd/105m per 50g ball): 1 ball in 607 Braque (D).
• Crochet Hooks: 3mm (UK11:US–) and 3.5mm (UK9:USE/4).
• Additional Supplies: Polyester stuffing, tapestry needle, floristry wire, 4-inch plant pot.

Alt text suggestion for yarn image: Colorful Scheepjes yarn balls for crochet spider plant project.

Tension and Notes

Tension is not critical for this project. The plant leaves are worked in rows, with floristry wire incorporated on row 2 for added strength. Work one side of the leaf, then the other, finishing with a row of double crochet (dc) in yarn B or C.

Step-by-Step Crochet Instructions

Large Leaf (Make 3)

Row 1: Using 3mm hook and yarn A, chain 37 stitches.
Hold floristry wire above chain stitches to encase it in crochet.

Row 2: Insert hook into 2nd stitch from hook, yarn over, pull through stitch.
Hook over wire, yarn over, pull through both loops, encasing wire. Repeat to end, place marker, turn (36 stitches).

Row 3 (WS): Chain 1, 33 dc, 3 slip stitches, 1 chain.
Work down other side of chain stitches: 3 slip stitches, 33 dc, turn (73 stitches).
Fasten off yarn A, leaving a long tail.

Row 4 (RS): Using yarn B, chain 1, 33 dc, 3 slip stitches.
In chain space: 1 slip stitch, 2 chains, 1 slip stitch. Then 3 slip stitches, 33 dc.
Fasten off, leaving a tail.

Medium Leaf (Make 6)

Make 3 with yarns A and B, and 3 with yarns A and C.

Row 1: Using 3mm hook and yarn A, chain 31 stitches.
Hold floristry wire above chain stitches.

Row 2: Insert hook into 2nd stitch from hook, yarn over, pull through stitch.
Hook over wire, yarn over, pull through both loops. Repeat to end, place marker, turn (30 stitches).

Row 3 (WS): Chain 1, 27 dc, 3 slip stitches, 1 chain.
Work down other side: 3 slip stitches, 27 dc, turn (61 stitches).
Fasten off yarn A, leaving a long tail.

Row 4 (RS): Using yarn B or C, chain 1, 27 dc, 3 slip stitches.
In chain space: 1 slip stitch, 2 chains, 1 slip stitch. Then 3 slip stitches, 27 dc.
Fasten off, leaving a tail.

Small Leaf (Make 4)

Row 1: Using 3mm hook and yarn A, chain 21 stitches.
Hold floristry wire above chain stitches.

Row 2: Insert hook into 2nd stitch from hook, yarn over, pull through stitch.
Hook over wire, yarn over, pull through both loops. Repeat to end, place marker, turn (20 stitches).

Row 3 (WS): Chain 1, 17 dc, 3 slip stitches, 1 chain.
Work down other side: 3 slip stitches, 17 dc, turn (41 stitches).
Fasten off yarn A, leaving a long tail.

Row 4 (RS): Using yarn C, chain 1, 17 dc, 3 slip stitches.
In chain space: 1 slip stitch, 2 chains, 1 slip stitch. Then 3 slip stitches, 17 dc.
Fasten off, leaving a tail.

Long Stem

Take a strand of floristry wire. Using yarn A and 3mm hook, place a slip stitch on hook.

With wire in yarn-holding hand, place yarn under wire, hook over wire, yarn over, pull through slip stitch.
Hook under wire, yarn over, pull up. Hook over wire, yarn over, pull through both loops. Repeat for 31 stitches.

Baby Leaf (Make 3)

Make 1 with yarn A, 2 with yarn B.

Row 1: Using 3mm hook, chain 17 stitches.
Hold floristry wire above chain stitches.

Row 2: Insert hook into 2nd stitch from hook, yarn over, pull through stitch.
Hook over wire, yarn over, pull through both loops. Repeat to end, place marker, turn (16 stitches).
Cut wire to fit chain stitches. Weave in ends.

Soil

Using 3.5mm hook and yarn D, make a magic ring.

Round 1: Chain 1, 6 dc into ring center.
Round 2: 2 dc in each stitch (12 stitches).
Round 3: (1 dc, dc2inc) 6 times (18 stitches).
Round 4: (2 dc, dc2inc) 6 times (24 stitches).
Round 5: (3 dc, dc2inc) 6 times (30 stitches).
Round 6: (4 dc, dc2inc) 6 times (36 stitches).
Round 7: (5 dc, dc2inc) 6 times (42 stitches).
Round 8: (6 dc, dc2inc) 6 times (48 stitches).
Rounds 9–16: Work 8 rounds straight.
Round 17: (6 dc, dc2tog) 6 times (42 stitches).
Round 18: (5 dc, dc2tog) 6 times (36 stitches).
Round 19: (4 dc, dc2tog) 6 times (30 stitches).
Round 20: (3 dc, dc2tog) 6 times (24 stitches).
Round 21: (2 dc, dc2tog) 6 times (18 stitches).

Stuff firmly with polyester stuffing.

Round 22: (1 dc, dc2tog) 6 times (12 stitches).
Round 23: (Dc2tog) 6 times (6 stitches).

Weave yarn through last dc stitches, gather hole, fasten off, weave in ends.

Assembly Instructions

Weave in stray ends of yarns B and C on each leaf.
Poke wire of each leaf into soil, use yarn A tails to sew leaf bases to soil top.
Fold baby leaves in half, sew centers to one end of plant stem.
Sew plant stem to soil at outer edge of leaf clump.
Curl leaves slightly for a natural look.

Crocheting Chain Stitches Around Wire

This technique adds structural integrity to the crochet spider plant’s leaves and stems. It prevents drooping and allows shaping for a realistic effect.

Place a slip stitch on your hook.
With wire in yarn-holding hand, place yarn under wire, hook over wire, yarn over, pull through slip stitch.
Hook under wire, yarn over, pull up.
Hook over wire, yarn over, pull through both loops.

Conclusion

This crochet spider plant is a fun, durable project that brings nature indoors. Follow these steps to craft your own vibrant plant. Share your creations or explore more crochet plant patterns for inspiration!