Crochet Bat Wing Plant Pot Jacket – Free Pattern

This original crochet bat wing plant pot jacket answers the crochet bat plant pot cover search with a complete construction rather than a decorative idea alone. The written instructions use US crochet terms and explicitly name shaping, assembly and fit checks. Gauge and measurements are planning targets; make a washed swatch before committing to a size.

A ribbed charcoal band dresses a dry decorative outer pot, while two flat doubled wings project from its sides. The band has no base and never replaces a watertight planter. Two removable lacing seams let the fabric come off for watering; the wings stay sewn to opposite parts of the band.

Pattern Details

• Hook Size: 4 mm, adjust to gauge
• Finished Size: Sample sleeve approximately 4 inches high and 16 inches around, for a straight-sided outer pot about 5 inches in diameter
• Gauge: Target 18 sc and 22 BLO rows = 4 inches, relaxed
• Estimated Time: 5-7 hours
• Construction: Two ribbed half-bands, removable side laces and four flat wing layers
• Skill level: Intermediate

Why You’ll Love This Project

The project has a practical use and a recognizable silhouette. Each component has its own checkpoint so you can compare the count and size before joining. The stitch choices and finishing are intended to give the object a distinctive handmade texture without relying on another pattern or image.

Materials

• Approximately 190 yards charcoal worsted cotton
• 4 mm hook, yarn needle, markers, scissors and tape measure
• Existing straight-sided watertight outer pot about 5 inches across; keep plant in a separate inner pot

Gauge, Measurements, and Planning

Measure the outer pot at top and bottom of the intended four-inch band. The sample fits a nearly straight-sided pot with about sixteen-inch circumference. Eighteen sc make height four inches; forty-four rows at 5.5 rows per inch make each eight-inch half-band. For another pot, make each half equal to half the measured circumference in relaxed washed fabric, rounding to a whole row; make both equal. For height H use round(H times stitches per inch) stitches and one extra foundation chain. Test fit before adding wings. If top and bottom circumferences differ more than one inch, shorten the band height to a straighter portion or select a different outer pot rather than forcing a cylindrical band over a steep taper.

Make and wash a gauge swatch before beginning. Measure only after the swatch is completely dry. If the stitch width differs, change hook size rather than pulling the working yarn tighter. Keep a written count at the end of every section so the finished edges remain balanced and the assembly points line up.

Abbreviations and Special Stitches

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)
• rnd: round
• BLO: back loop only
• inc: two stitches in one stitch
• sc2tog: single-crochet two stitches together
• hdc2tog: half-double-crochet two stitches together

Special stitch guidance: BLO means insert under the back loop only; Row 1 is ordinary sc into chains. Wing shaping uses sc2tog to turn two stitches into one and an increase of two sc in one stitch. Wing rows are worked through both loops. Ch 1 never counts. Flat tips are offset by shaping only the outer edge.

Important Notes

• Images are AI-generated illustrations of the intended design, not photographs of a physically tested sample. Follow the written stitch counts and construction instructions rather than counting stitches in an image.
• Development note: the written stitch arithmetic has been checked computationally, but this design has not been physically sample-tested. Gauge, yardage, fit and dimensions are planning targets. Make a swatch and a trial fit or assembly before gifting.
• Turning chains and joining slip stitches are not counted unless a step explicitly says otherwise. Mark the first counted stitch of each round or the first and last stitches of a flat row.
• Use the washed gauge to check dimensions at each named checkpoint. If the count is right but the measurement is wrong, change hook or yarn and reswatch rather than adding unplanned stitches.
• Keep all yarn tails on the wrong side and weave them through three different stitch paths before trimming. Do not use glue for structural joints.

Complete Instructions for Crochet Bat Wing Plant Pot Jacket

Make Two Ribbed Half-Bands

1. In charcoal ch 19. Row 1: sc in second chain and next seventeen chains. (18 sts) Ch 1 and turn. Rows 2-44: sc BLO in all eighteen stitches; ch 1 and turn except after Row 44. (18 sts) Fasten off. Make a second identical half-band.
2. The short eighteen-stitch row runs vertically up the pot. The forty-four-row length wraps halfway around. Block without stretching the ribs flat, dry fully, then place both halves around the dry outer pot with their last rows and foundations meeting at opposite sides. Mark those two vertical joins.
3. For a different size use the swatch calculation above, keeping both halves equal. Never cover drainage holes: there is no crocheted base. Remove the plant inner pot before checking fabric fit and do not wet the crochet to force a fit.

Crochet Four Identical Angular Wing Layers

1. Wing Row 1: ch 13, sc in second chain and next eleven. (12 sts) Mark the starting edge of Row 1 as the straight root; the opposite edge is outer. Ch 1 and turn after every following row except Row 9. Reapply root and outer markers each row.
2. Row 2, starting at outer edge: sc2tog, sc in next ten. (11 sts) Row 3, starting at root: sc in next nine, sc2tog. (10 sts) Row 4, starting at outer: 2 sc in first stitch, sc in next nine. (11 sts)
3. Row 5, starting at root: sc in next nine, sc2tog. (10 sts) Row 6, starting at outer: sc2tog, sc in next eight. (9 sts) Row 7, starting at root: sc in next eight, 2 sc in last. (10 sts)
4. Row 8, starting at outer: sc2tog, sc in next eight. (9 sts) Row 9, starting at root: sc in next seven, sc2tog. (8 sts) Fasten off. The root has nine straight row ends; the opposite edge has two subtle stepped points. The foundation and last row make the long and short sloping wing boundaries after mounting. Make four layers with the same counts.

Double the Wings and Make Removable Joins

1. Match two wing layers with wrong sides facing. Whipstitch their foundation, outer stepped edge and final row with matching charcoal yarn, using one stitch through paired loops or row ends. Leave the nine-row root open. Do not stuff. Repeat for the second wing, flipping the finished piece so its stepped outline mirrors the first on the opposite side of the pot.
2. Make two laces: for each, chain until the chain measures about fourteen inches relaxed, then fasten off. Weave each tail securely back into its chain; do not leave free tails. With both half-bands held around the empty dry pot, lace paired positions at one vertical join, passing alternately through the first/last-row edge stitches from bottom to top, every second stitch. For the sample this uses nine paired positions. Tie a short removable bow at the top. Repeat at the opposite join, trimming neither chain until fit is checked.
3. Place one open wing root vertically along the front half-band, one row inside the first laced seam. Center its nine row ends over roughly the middle two inches of band height. Sew both root layers into that half-band with two passes, catching a broad vertical line of fabric. Repeat at the opposite side, mirrored. Never sew across a removable lace or into the rear half-band. Wings will have a natural soft droop; they are not rigid bat wings.

Fit, Water and Care

1. Place the sleeve on the empty outer pot, verify both laces release freely and the base rests level on its saucer or furniture protection. The fabric must not interfere with lifting the pot. Shorten excessive lace length by remaking the chains and securing tails; keep loops away from children and pets.
2. Lift out the plant and its inner pot for watering. Let drainage finish completely before returning it to the dry watertight outer pot. Never use yarn to catch runoff. If the outer pot becomes damp, remove the jacket immediately and dry both separately.
3. Remove both laces for laundering and wash according to the yarn label. Reshape doubled wings flat and dry completely. Inspect their two-pass root seams before replacing the cover. This is indoor adult display decor, not a handle, hanging planter, load-bearing cover or waterproof liner.

Assembly and Shaping

Two identical ribbed half-bands lace together at both vertical joins. Attach one doubled wing to the front half-band beside each join, catching only that half-band, so laces can still be removed. The straight wing root runs vertically; the sawtooth outer edge points away from the pot. No wire, glue or stiff insert is used.

Lay every component on a flat surface before joining. Match the marked centers first, then divide each remaining edge into equal sections. Work through both layers with consistent tension and pause after each section to check that the fabric lies flat. This measured approach prevents twisting and keeps decorative details facing the intended direction.

Finishing

1. Weave each yarn tail through several same-color stitches, reverse direction twice and stretch the fabric gently before trimming.
2. Block to the stated shape according to the yarn label and let every component dry fully before final assembly.
3. Inspect the first and last row, joins, edges, and any sewn attachment from both sides; repair loose stitches before use.
4. Include the fiber content, finished dimensions and care instructions when gifting. Keep yarn projects away from open flames and direct heat.

For a polished result, weave each tail through several same-color stitches, reverse direction once, and trim only after the fabric has been gently stretched. Block to the listed dimensions without flattening textured stitches. Inspect joins, borders, straps, and decorative pieces before the project is used or gifted.

Helpful Tips

• Place removable markers at each shaping repeat and record the count before beginning the next row.
• Use a contrasting cloth behind dark yarn so it is easier to see both loops of every stitch.
• Lay the piece flat and compare opposite sides at each measurement checkpoint rather than pulling one side to match.
• If an edge ripples or cups unexpectedly, stop and check stitch count and washed gauge before adding a border.

Good lighting and a contrasting stitch marker make counting much easier. If a section looks uneven, compare the current count with the previous checkpoint before continuing. Fixing one missed stitch early is faster than compensating later, and it preserves the measurements used by the assembly instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this pattern physically tested?

No physical sample test is claimed. The stitch counts were checked computationally. Swatch, measure and trial-fit the piece before relying on the suggested dimensions.

Can I substitute another yarn?

Yes, if a washed swatch matches both stitch and row gauge and the resulting fabric has the required structure. Recalculate yardage and recheck every measurement checkpoint.

Can I change the colors?

Yes. Preserve yarn weight and contrast where a shaping or decorative feature must remain visible, and make a new swatch for the substitute yarn.

Conclusion

Keep the measured dimensions and yarn details with your pattern notes. Check the construction and safety guidance before styling or gifting the finished crochet project.

BabyYarnie Printable Crochet Pattern Card

BabyYarnie — easy-to-follow crochet for everyday makers.

Project: Crochet Bat Wing Plant Pot Jacket

Skill level: Intermediate   Hook: 4 mm, adjust to gauge   Yarn: Worsted

Finished size: Sample sleeve approximately 4 inches high and 16 inches around, for a straight-sided outer pot about 5 inches in diameter

Card Materials

• Approximately 190 yards charcoal worsted cotton
• 4 mm hook, yarn needle, markers, scissors and tape measure
• Existing straight-sided watertight outer pot about 5 inches across; keep plant in a separate inner pot

Card Instructions

1. Make Two Ribbed Half-Bands: Two eighteen-stitch by forty-four-row ribbed half-bands form an open-bottom sleeve.
2. Crochet Four Identical Angular Wing Layers: Each layer follows counts 12,11,10,11,10,9,10,9,8 with one straight nine-row root.
3. Double the Wings and Make Removable Joins: Join layers without stuffing, lace the two band seams, and sew wings beside—not across—the removable joins.
4. Fit, Water and Care: Keep yarn dry, drainage separate and the entire base uncovered.

Finish: Check every count, weave in all ends, block to measurement, and inspect each join.