Bring a touch of greenery to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Air Plant pattern! Inspired by the delicate beauty of real air plants, this charming design captures their wispy leaves and unique shape in every stitch. With its soft textures and lifelike details, this crochet air plant is perfect for adding a fresh and whimsical accent to your handmade projects. Whether you’re crafting for plant lovers, decorating a cozy space, or simply enjoy making nature-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a delightful little plant bursting with charm! 🌿✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of green, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature pot or hanging holder for extra flair. Craft a classic air plant with natural tones, create a pastel version for a dreamy aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of botanical-inspired amigurumi for a lush display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a cheerful accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Air Plant is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade greenery to every stitch! 🧶💖
🌿 Amigurumi Air Plant – FREE Crochet Pattern
Add natural beauty to your home or workspace with this whimsical crochet air plant! It features a textured round base and long, twisty leaves that drape and curl like a real tillandsia. No watering required – just stitch, shape, and enjoy!
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Includes basic shaping and curling techniques.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 6–8 in (15–20 cm) wide including leaves, using DK yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):
- Color A: Light beige or tan (bulb base)
- Color B: Light green or sage (leaves)
- Crochet hook: 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Polyfill stuffing
- Optional: light floral wire for shaping leaves
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🟤 Bulb Base (Make 1)
With Color A:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
- (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–15. sc around (42) - (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
- (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff firmly - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6)
FO, weave to close
🌱 Curly Leaves (Make 12–15)
With Color B:
You can vary leaf lengths for realism.
Short Leaf (approx. 4 in / 10 cm):
- ch 35
- sc in each ch back (35)
- FO and leave tail for sewing
(This gives a slight natural curl)
Medium Leaf (approx. 6 in / 15 cm):
- ch 50
- sc in each ch back
- FO and leave tail
Long Leaf (approx. 8 in / 20 cm):
- ch 65
- sc in each ch back
- FO and leave tail
💡 Optional wire shaping:
Insert thin floral wire into leaf as you crochet or sew along the back afterward for structured curls.
🧷 Assembly
- Thread the long tail of each leaf onto a tapestry needle
- Attach leaves to top center of bulb base
- Start with shorter leaves at the base and build upward with longer ones
- Shape into natural draping positions
- Curl ends or bend gently to mimic real air plant posture
✂️ Finishing Touches
- Steam lightly to relax yarn and hold shape
- Fluff and reposition leaves as needed
- Display on a wooden tray or hang with clear thread!
💡 Customization Ideas
- Use fuzzy yarn for a velvety effect
- Add more leaves for extra fullness
- Mix shades of green for a realistic blend
This Amigurumi Air Plant brings a calming botanical feel to any corner — it’s low-maintenance, long-lasting, and super cute! 🪴💚
