Bring a splash of greenery to your space—no watering required—with this Amigurumi Mini Monstera Deliciosa crochet pattern! This adorable little plant captures the iconic split-leaf charm of the Monstera in a soft, squishy form that’s perfect for desks, shelves, or gifting to your favorite plant lover. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this mini monstera is a fun and beginner-friendly project that brings tropical vibes and handmade joy to any corner of your home. 🪴💚🧶
Designed for charm and creativity, this pattern invites you to play with rich greens, textured stitches, and expressive details like curled stems or a smiling face on the pot. Add a tiny tag, a splash of blush on the leaves, or even a bee buzzing nearby for extra personality. Whether it’s part of your amigurumi garden or a cheerful desk buddy, this Mini Monstera Deliciosa is a delightful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little slice of the jungle, one leaf at a time! 🌿✨💖
🌿 Amigurumi Mini Monstera Deliciosa Crochet Pattern
Bring some low-maintenance jungle vibes to your desk or windowsill with this palm-sized Monstera deliciosa! The airy Swiss-cheese leaves, twisted stems, and tidy little pot make a perfect stash-busting project or gift for any plant lover—no watering required.
✨ Skill Level
Confident Beginner – includes working in the round, shaping, chain spaces, and assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 9–11 cm (3.5–4.3 in) tall
🧶 Materials & Yarn Amount
- Leaf green cotton yarn: approx. 8–10 g
- Dark green (stems): approx. 3–4 g
- Sage green (pot): approx. 12–15 g
- Dark brown (soil): approx. 5–6 g
Tools:
- 2.25–2.75 mm crochet hook
- Fiberfill
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Thin floral wire / pipe cleaners (3 pieces, 8–10 cm)
🔤 Abbreviations
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – invisible decrease
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
BLO – back loop only
FLO – front loop only
FO – fasten off
🪴 Pot & Soil (One Piece Construction)
With sage green:
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Pot walls
R6: BLO sc around (30)
R7–11: sc around (30)
Defined rim
R12: FLO sl st around (30)
Soil section (switch to brown)
R13: BLO sc around (30)
R14–15: sc around (30)
Stuff firmly.
R16: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R17: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R18: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R19: dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
👉 This creates:
- A straight-sided pot
- Slight top lip
- Flat visible soil surface
🌱 Stems (Make 3)
With darker green:
Ch 16
Starting in 2nd chain from hook:
Work 3 sc in each chain across.
FO.
Insert wire into each stem and gently bend.
👉 Shorter chain keeps stems compact and upright like the final look.
🍃 Monstera Leaves (Make 3)
These leaves are rounded with layered openings and visible internal “veins”.
With leaf green:
Ch 9
Leaf base
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch, sc across (8), ch 1, turn
Row 2: inc, sc 6, inc (10), ch 1, turn
Row 3: sc across (10), ch 1, turn
Row 4: dec, sc 6, dec (8), ch 1, turn
Row 5: sc across (8)
Do not turn.
Characteristic split pattern
Work around the leaf:
- sc 2
- ch 2, skip 1 stitch, sl st into next stitch
- ch 3, sl st deeper into leaf (center area)
- ch 2, return to edge with sl st
- sc along edge
Repeat this process 2–3 times on one side only to create the layered split-leaf look.
Continue sc evenly around remaining edges.
At base:
ch 3, sl st to secure
FO leaving long tail.
👉 Key realism details:
- Leaves are slightly cupped and dimensional
- Openings are layered and uneven, not symmetrical
- Shape is rounded, not elongated
🪡 Assembly
Attach leaves
Sew each leaf securely to the top of a stem. Wrap yarn slightly at the base to create a clean join.
Insert stems into pot
- Make small holes in the soil area
- Insert stems at varied angles
- Secure tightly with stitches
Positioning
- One stem upright
- One leaning outward
- One slightly forward
This creates a natural clustered arrangement 🌿
🌼 Shaping Tips
- Curl leaf edges gently inward
- Bend stems slightly for organic flow
- Keep leaves close together rather than spread wide
- Maintain compact height
💛 Final Notes
This mini crochet plant captures a delicate botanical feel through subtle shaping, layered leaf openings, and a compact composition. The balance between structure and softness gives it a realistic yet charming appearance.
Small adjustments in leaf curl and stem angle will make each piece unique, just like a real plant 🌱
Happy crocheting 🧶🌿
