How to Crochet a Colorful Monstera Leaf

Materials & tools you'll need

Step 1 — Create the foundation chain

Using your hook and yarn, create a foundation chain of 20 stitches. This chain forms the base of your Monstera leaf and sets the overall width of the finished piece. Take your time to keep your tension even throughout — consistent tension here makes the subsequent rows much easier to work.

Step 2 — Work the first rows

In the second stitch from the hook, make a single crochet (sc) and continue with sc stitches across the entire row, ending with one sc in the final stitch. Tie off your yarn. Next, chain 4 as a turning chain and turn your work so you are now working on the wrong side. For the second working row, start with a single crochet in the third stitch from the hook, then work the repeating pattern of [2 sc, skip next stitch, 3 sc] across the row to the end. Tie off your yarn again.

Step 3 — Build up with color variations

Continue creating new rows using the same [2 sc, skip next stitch, 3 sc] pattern, switching yarn colors as you go to achieve a vibrant, multicolored Monstera leaf effect. As you progress through the rows, gradually increase the number of skipped stitches to reduce the width of the leaf and create the tapered, distinctive Monstera shape. Use your stitch markers to keep track of key points in the pattern as the leaf grows.

Step 4 — Finish and weave in ends

Once you have reached your desired length, tie off your yarn one final time. Thread your tapestry needle and weave in all loose ends securely to prevent any threads from unraveling over time. Work each end in carefully so the finished leaf looks neat and polished from every angle. Take a moment to gently shape the leaf with your hands before displaying it.

Frequently asked questions

What materials do I need to crochet a Monstera leaf?
You will need a crochet hook (G/4.0mm works well), worsted-weight yarn in multiple colors, a tapestry needle for weaving in ends, scissors, and stitch markers to keep track of your progress.

How do I create the foundation for a crochet Monstera leaf?
Create a foundation chain of 20 stitches using your hook and yarn. This serves as the base of the Monstera leaf from which all subsequent rows are worked.

What stitch pattern is used for the working rows of the Monstera leaf?
The working rows use a repeating pattern of [2 sc, skip next stitch, 3 sc] across each row. Starting with a single crochet in the second stitch from the hook, you repeat this pattern to the end of the row.

How do I shape the Monstera leaf as I crochet?
As you progress through the rows, gradually add more skipped stitches to reduce the width of the leaf and create the tapered Monstera shape. Continue until you reach your desired length, then tie off and weave in all ends securely.

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