That plant looks very pleased with its new ride. Corrie Wittebrood van Gijn’s crocheted sloth hangs by its long arms from a branch while a pot rests in its belly. If you want to make the one in these photos, the important detail is this: the listing is for a crochet pattern you download, not a finished plant hanger.
Where to find the sloth plant hanger pattern
The designer’s Sloth Plant hanger listing on Ravelry identifies the pattern and links to her Etsy shop. It describes a 10-page PDF with written instructions and photos, available in English using US crochet terms. Follow that designer listing to check the current price and availability before buying.
What you will need
Corrie’s pattern notes call for super bulky yarn, plus felt for the face, safety eyes, fiberfill for the head and a branch for hanging. Her example uses a 6 mm hook with Katia Washi yarn for a firmer result, and the listing discusses substitute yarns. Check the pattern’s full materials list before shopping, especially if you are changing yarn thickness: the face and eye sizes may need to change with it.
Check the pot and the branch before you start
The designer gives a finished size of about 12 by 11 inches with the specified super bulky yarn and hook. Your result can vary with your yarn, tension and pot. Measure the pot you want it to hold, and choose a secure place for the branch and plant. A crochet hanger is adorable; a pot dropping onto the floor is considerably less adorable.
For the exact sloth pictured here, start with Corrie’s pattern page and follow its current purchase link. You get instructions to make one, not the sloth itself. Honestly, making those dangling arms is half the charm.
