Houseplants look twice as good the minute they get off the windowsill and into a real home, and these 26 DIY plant hangers and stands cover every kind of home a plant could want. A DIY plant hanger suspends a pot from the ceiling or wall with rope, wire, leather or beads, while a DIY plant stand lifts it off the floor on legs, dowels or a rolling base. Some are an afternoon and a few dollars of lumber, like a ladder plant stand or tapered mid-century legs screwed under a wood platter. Others are quick knot jobs, from a simple macrame plant hanger to wire coils that cradle air plants. A DIY JOY beaded plant hanger that doubles as a lantern is in here too, with a video for every strand. One tip that saves recutting: measure the pot first, because every stand here is sized to the pot and not the other way around.
1. Slouchy Leather Sling Planter
A slouchy leather sling planter is the easiest way to make a plain pot look like a boutique find. Cut a circle, triangle or square from scrap leather (an old couch works, or small hides from a craft store), mark the spots and set grommets. Thread clothesline rope through a brass ring with a lark’s head knot, run it down through the grommets and tie a knot above and below the leather to hold it in place. Shapes with an even number of grommets let a single rope knot neatly underneath.
Get the full tutorial at Vintage Revivals.
2. West Elm Inspired Wooden Plant Stands
These West Elm inspired wooden plant stands copy the look of a pricey outdoor stand for under $10 each. Each one is just four legs cut from 3/4 inch square hardwood, as tall as the pot, plus an X shaped base from 1×2 pine joined with dowel pins and a pocket hole jig. No big power tools are required. Pine keeps the cost down, while cedar or teak hold up better in wet climates. Measure the widest part of the pot first, since every cut is based on it. An outdoor stain like dark walnut finishes them.
Get the full tutorial at Hey There, Home.
3. DIY Ladder Plant Stand
A DIY ladder plant stand holds a whole collection of plants in the footprint of one. It’s built from a single 1×8 pine board cut into three 28.5 inch shelves, plus 1×2 legs angled at 60 degrees at the top and 30 at the bottom. Small strips ripped from the leftover 1×8 become shelf supports, and two braces across the back keep it from racking. A framing square helps line the legs up before nailing. Since the steps look like stairs, little climbers may try them, so keep it in a spot kids can’t treat as a jungle gym.
Get the full tutorial at The Merrythought.
4. DIY Macramé Plant Hanger And Gold Plant Stand
This DIY macrame plant hanger and gold plant stand pairs a thrift store metal find with simple knotting. A secondhand stand gets sanded and sprayed with metallic gold, then the hanger is knotted from three cords three times the finished length and three cords ten times the finished length, plus one short 6 inch cord to wrap the top. Getting the cord lengths right is the tricky part, so measure how long you want the hanger before cutting. Check restores, vintage shops and yard sales for a stand with potential.
Get the full tutorial at Foxy Oxie.
5. Skinny Planter Stand DIY
A skinny planter stand fills a narrow stretch of wall that’s too tight for furniture. It starts with a 36 inch window box and liner, painted a soft blush, then four 36 inch square aluminum tubes painted gold become the legs. Clamp the legs on to test the height, drill two holes through each tube and on through the wood behind it, then bolt them with brass machine screws and nuts. Aluminum is soft enough to drill easily. Peel and stick felt on the leg bottoms protects the floor.
Get the full tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.
6. DIY Vertical Plant Hanger
A DIY vertical plant hanger stacks four small pots up a single rope, so it takes almost no floor space. Each 6.25 inch scrap wood square gets a circle traced from the pot, then a slightly smaller circle cut out with a jigsaw so the rim rests on the wood. Drill a 3/8 inch hole in each corner, sand and stain. Thread four 6 foot ropes through the bottom square, knot underneath, then knot again every 10 to 12 inches for each layer. Dry brushed chalk paint on terra cotta softens the pots.
Get the full tutorial at The Inspiration Board.
7. DIY Beaded Plant Hanger and Lantern
A DIY beaded plant hanger and lantern is two projects in one, made from fishing line, a small wooden ring and glass beads. Cut four 5 foot lengths of line, fold them through the ring and tape the top down to hold it. Split the eight strands into pairs and string them with 8mm and 14mm beads until each strand reaches about 16 inches, then separate and rejoin them to form a cradle. Knot the bottom, drop in a jar with a candle or a small potted plant and hang it indoors or out.
Get the full tutorial at DIY JOY.
8. Repurposed Floor Lamp Into A Plant Stand
An old floor lamp becomes a plant stand once the fixture and wiring come out. Keep the base and pole, paint them if the color needs updating and grab an inexpensive pot from the dollar store. Punch a hole in the bottom of the pot the same size as the hole at the top of the stand where the wires used to run. A short dowel or rod through both holes keeps the pot from tipping, which matters in a house with kids or dogs. Fill it with soil and a trailing plant.
Get the full tutorial at Crazy DIY Mom.
9. DIY Rolling Plant Stand Out Of A Tree Stump
A DIY rolling plant stand made from a tree stump makes a heavy patio planter easy to move. Cut a slice about 4 to 6 inches thick from the end of an old stump with a chainsaw, sand off the loose bark and seal it with a top coat. Lightly sand and recoat, then do the other side and edges too. Screw heavy duty casters to the bottom and set the pot on top. Pick your planter first so you know how big the base needs to be, and space the wheels to suit the slice.
Get the full tutorial at Bigger Than the Three of Us.
10. DIY Flower Pot Stand
This DIY flower pot stand lifts a heavy hanging basket 30 inches off the ground so the flowers can cascade all the way down. The lumber is just two 2×2 boards for about $4. Four legs and a short crosspiece get 5 degree miters, then two short pieces are pocket screwed to the center of the crosspiece to form an X for the pot to sit on. Attach the legs 1 inch up from their ends with glue and screws, then finish with a stain that also seals for outdoors. Trailing petunias love it.
Get the full tutorial at Her Tool Belt.
11. DIY Mid-Century Modern Plant Stands
DIY mid-century modern plant stands recreate the look of a $169 West Elm planter with store bought parts. A round wood platter or a metal and leather tray becomes the top, and tapered furniture legs attach with angled top plates so they splay outward. Stain the legs to match the tray (a cognac stain matched the wood well), seal them, then tape off and spray the metal end caps gold. Test three legs versus four with tape before gluing or screwing the plates in place. Four legs give more stability.
Get the full tutorial at And Then We Tried.
12. Simple Macrame Plant Hanger
This simple macrame plant hanger uses just two basic knots, which makes it a great first macrame project. All it takes is 3mm natural cotton macrame cord, a 6 inch gold metal ring and a pot with a tray. Spray painting the pot a soft color like robin’s egg blue with a matte paint gives it a custom look. The pattern walks through each knot step by step, and it hangs beautifully in a corner where floor space is tight. A little greenery up high makes a room feel finished.
Get the full tutorial at Persia Lou.
13. How To Make A DIY Hanging Colander Planter
A DIY hanging colander planter adds a pop of country charm to a front porch. A new stainless colander runs about $7, or use a spare one. Wipe it with white vinegar to remove oily residue, let it dry, then spray on a primer and a bold paint like berry pink, finished with a clear coat. Let it dry overnight. Line the holes with coffee filters or burlap so soil stays put, plant petunias and marigolds, then hang it with chain or twine and flower pot hooks.
Get the full tutorial at Mommy's Kitchen.
14. Easy DIY Hanging Planter Using A Wood Slice And Rope
An easy DIY hanging planter using a wood slice and rope keeps trailing plants up and away from curious pets and small kids. Drill six holes into a round wood slice (six keeps the pot steadier than four), then pull twine through in a triangle pattern and knot it at the top. When you hang it, use drywall anchors and hit a ceiling stud if you can. Plants that trail and spill over the edges look best, and drought tolerant varieties forgive the odd missed watering.
Get the full tutorial at The Summery Umbrella.
15. DIY Hanging Planter Shelf
A DIY hanging planter shelf holds small pots in cutouts so they look like they’re floating on the wall. Divide a solid wood board evenly for three planters, measure the inside top of each pot and set a compass to half that width to draw the circles. Drill a starter hole with a spade bit, then cut each circle with a jigsaw. Sand, wipe clean and spray with lacquer so it stands up to daily wear. Mount it on L brackets, shelf hardware or rope, then drop in small succulents.
Get the full tutorial at Curbly.
16. DIY Steel Mesh Wall Hang Planter
A DIY steel mesh wall planter turns a plain wire grid into a big statement plant wall that doesn’t take up any floor space. Steel mesh comes in lots of sizes and colors at garden stores, and it can hang on the wall, stand as a room divider or rest on a flat surface if you can’t drill. Pot the plants carefully, water them after repotting, then attach rings and hooks to small hanging pots and clip them onto the mesh. Fragrant plants like gardenia, stephanotis and jasmine make it smell like spring.
Get the full tutorial at Lana Red Studio.
17. How To Build A Fall Hanging Planter
This fall hanging planter is a freestanding frame that holds a hanging basket by the front door, with a chalkboard sign up top to greet guests. The frame is 2x4s joined with wood glue and finish nails or pocket screws, set on a 2×6 base screwed on from below. A 2×6 at the top becomes the chalkboard. Sand, stain everything except the chalkboard face, seal with outdoor poly, then prime and paint the board. The build takes about an hour. Keep it in a covered spot, since a strong cross breeze can tip it.
Get the full tutorial at Decor and the Dog.
18. Upcycled Light Bulb Hanging Planter
An upcycled light bulb planter gives a burnt out bulb a cute second life. Carefully separate the glass globe from the metal base, then paint the glass with a solid color, adding a second coat if needed. Once it’s dry, draw on a flower design, and paint pens like POSCA make the small details much cleaner. Add a tiny succulent, real or artificial greenery or even handmade paper plants. It’s a quick, low effort craft for beginners, and a fun one to make with family or friends on a slow afternoon.
Get the full tutorial at DIY JOY.
19. DIY Air Plant Hangers
DIY air plant hangers look like tiny trapezes floating on the wall. Cut a square basswood dowel into three lengths, since a square dowel keeps the wire from slipping the way a round one would. Double knot suede lace to each end of a dowel, about twice the dowel’s length. Wrap the wire at the base of each air plant around the dowel three times and trim. Plants on the end make the hanger tip, so weave the lace through the leaves to balance it. Mist them two or three times a week.
Get the full tutorial at Homey Oh My.
20. DIY Wood Dowels Hanging Planter
This DIY wood dowels hanging planter holds a row of terra cotta pots between two long dowels, so it uses wall and ceiling space that usually sits empty. Measure each pot just below the rim to set the dowel spacing, then cut 1/2 inch side dowels and thicker 3/4 inch end pieces with a miter box. Drill holes in the end pieces for the side dowels and for the rope, glue it together and let it dry. Knot the rope underneath, attach it to large jump rings, then hang it from a ceiling hook.
Get the full tutorial at The Merrythought.
21. DIY Modern Wire Plant Hanger
This DIY modern wire plant hanger uses a panel of wire mesh rebar as a whole wall of plants. Measure the mesh against the ceiling height and trim it with a hacksaw or angle grinder if needed. Wipe it clean, then spray paint it in a bold color like bright blue, adding coats until it’s fully covered, plus a clear top coat if you like. Mark four spots, drill, set anchors and twist in eye hooks to spread the weight. Hang the mesh, then clip on small plastic planters with S hooks.
Get the full tutorial at Curbly.
22. DIY Hanging Air Plants
DIY hanging air plants sit in coils of wire, so there’s no need to hot glue a living plant to anything. Wrap a thick, easy to bend wire around your fingers to form a cradle, using a bigger coil for larger plants, then leave a tail long enough to make a hanging loop. Slip the plant in root end first and bend the loose end inward with pliers or a multi-tool. Keep it loose enough for the plant to grow but snug enough that it won’t fall out. Wild, off kilter spirals look great.
Get the full tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.
23. Cheap DIY Planter Box
This cheap DIY planter box looks high end but costs under $40, using five 2×6 boards, a saw, a drill and some screws. The two tiers and built in dividers let you separate herbs, vegetables and flowers, or keep sun lovers apart from plants that like a little shade. The raised design puts everything within easy reach, so watering and weeding are much easier on the back. It’s simple enough for a beginning woodworker (or a young helper) to get right in about an hour, and the video shows every cut.
Get the full tutorial at DIY JOY.
24. Wooden Dowel And Copper Fitting DIY Plant Stand
This wooden dowel and copper fitting plant stand is built entirely from the plumbing aisle. It uses 8 feet of 5/8 inch wooden dowel, six copper T connectors, one copper elbow and a 2 gallon bucket. Cut the dowel into short base pieces, 3 inch top pieces that hold the bucket and four 10 inch legs. Dry fit everything, then roll each dowel end in construction adhesive and let it dry on a flat surface. Trim the bucket’s rim and handle off with a utility knife and give it two coats of flat white paint.
Get the full tutorial at Our Humble Abode.
25. Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand
This mid-century modern plant stand is an open wood cube that gives a big leafy plant like a monstera its own pedestal. It’s sized to the pot (a roughly 12 by 18 inch pot here), with eight 11 inch pieces of 1×4 for the top and bottom frames and four 30 inch legs, all cut on a miter saw. Pegboard cut to fit forms the platform, and L brackets, wood glue and a nail gun hold it together. Measure your own pot before cutting, and add a drainage tray inside.
Get the full tutorial at Delineate Your Dwelling.
26. Wood DIY Plant Hanger
This wood DIY plant hanger is a single block of plywood with a hole in the middle, so the pot sits snug and the cords hang clean. Trace the pot’s middle circumference on the wood (a bowl the same size makes a handy template), then cut the circle with a scroll saw. Drill a hole in each corner wide enough for the cord, thread it through, knot underneath and loop a knot at the top. Make sure the cord can carry the weight of wood, pot, soil and plant. Thicker cord or chain helps.
Get the full tutorial at DIY Candy.
