Bring the outdoors in with this serene “Gardener’s Greenhouse” Caravan. This miniature sanctuary is a plant lover’s dream, transformed into a mobile potting shed. The exterior is crocheted in a textured moss green, featuring large “glass” windows made of white tulle to let the light in. Inside, the floor is paved with grey “gravel,” and every corner is filled with lush greenery: hanging Monsteras, potted cacti, trailing succulents, and gardening tools ready for work. It is a peaceful, botanical retreat in miniature form.

This project relies on structural integrity to support the open-sided design. We will use the “3-Layer Sandwich Method” (Yarn – Plastic Canvas – Yarn) for the walls, floor, and roof. This allows us to sandwich the tulle fabric for the windows securely and keeps the caravan boxy and rigid. We will use a standard hook for the shell and a micro-hook for the intricate plant leaves.

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Materials & Tools

• Yarn: DK or Worsted weight for the shell; Sport or Lace weight for plants.

  – Moss Green: Exterior/Interior walls.

  – Grey/Heather Grey: Floor (Gravel texture).

  – Terracotta/Rust: Pots.

  – Plant Greens: Olive, Emerald, Sage, Lime (for variety).

  – Dark Brown: Soil.

  – Black: Tires.

• Hooks:

  – 2.5mm – 3.0mm: For the caravan structure.

  – 1.5mm: CRITICAL for the tiny leaves and tools.

• Structure: 5-6 sheets of Plastic Canvas (7-mesh).
• Window Panes: White Tulle, Organza, or fine Mesh fabric.
• Other: Fiberfill, floral wire (for posing plant stems), hot glue, tapestry needle.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR: Magic Ring
• Ch: Chain
• Sc: Single Crochet
• Hdc: Half Double Crochet
• Dc: Double Crochet
• Inc: Increase
• Dec: Decrease
• BLO: Back Loop Only
• Bobble: Unfinished dc cluster (for gravel texture)

Part 1: The Greenhouse Structure (Sandwich Method)

We will construct the shell in three main parts: The Floor, The End Walls (with windows), and The Roof/Back Wall Wrapper.

1. The Gravel Floor

Make 2 panels using Grey yarn. Use a 3.0mm hook.

1. Row 1: Ch 26. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (25)
2. Row 2: *Sc 1, Tr 1 (push tr to back to pop out)* repeat across to create a bumpy “stone” texture. Sc in last st.
3. Row 3: Sc across.
4. Row 4-40: Repeat Rows 2 & 3. (Rectangle approx 4″ x 6.5″).
5. Sandwich: Cut plastic canvas to size. Sandwich between the two textured panels. Sc around the perimeter to seal.

2. The End Walls (With Windows)

These are the short sides (Front and Rear of the trailer). Make 2 identical units.

Panel A (Exterior Green):

• Row 1: Ch 21. Sc across. (20)
• Row 2-5: Sc across. (Bottom wall).
• Row 6 (Start Window): Sc 3, Ch 14, Sk 14, Sc 3.
• Row 7: Sc 3, Sc 14 into loop/chains, Sc 3.
• Row 8-20: Sc 3, turn. (Work the left pillar). Fasten off.
• Rejoin at the other side for the right pillar. Work 13 rows.
• Row 21 (Close Window): Sc 3, Ch 14, Sc 3.
• Row 22-25: Sc across. (Top wall). Fasten off.

Panel B (Interior Green): Repeat Panel A exactly.

Assembly (The Tulle Sandwich):

• Cut plastic canvas to match the shape, cutting out the large window rectangle.
• Cut a piece of White Tulle slightly larger than the window opening.
• Layer order: Panel A (Face down) + Tulle + Plastic Canvas + Panel B (Face up).
• Sc around the inner window frame first to secure the tulle and layers.
• Sc around the outer perimeter.

3. The Roof & Back Wall

This is one L-shaped piece (or two seamed pieces) that covers the back and top.

• Panel: With Moss Green, create a rectangle that matches the length of the floor (approx 40 rows) and the height of the back wall + width of the roof.
• Sandwich: Make 2, sandwich canvas, and seal.

4. Structural Assembly

• Sew the Back Wall/Roof piece to the Floor (along the back long edge).
• Sew the two End Walls (with windows) to the Floor (short edges) and to the Roof/Back Wall.
• You now have a box with one large open side for viewing.

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Part 2: The Plants (The Botanical Collection)

IMPORTANT: Switch to 1.5mm Hook and thin cotton yarn.

1. Hanging Monstera

• Pot: Terracotta. MR 5 sc, Inc to 10. BLO Sc around. Sc 2 rows.
• Stems: Green. Ch 6. wire helps here.
• Leaves: Ch 5, Sc, Hdc, (Dc, Ch 2, Sl st in same) for a cut-leaf look. Make 4-5 leaves.
• Glue stems into pot (filled with brown yarn “soil”). Hang from the ceiling with a chain.

2. String of Pearls

• Pot: Terracotta. MR 5 sc, Sc 3 rows.
• Vines: Green. Ch 15. *Ch 3, Bobble/Puff st in 3rd ch, sl st in chain base* repeat down the chain to make “beads.” Make 3-4 vines.
• Hang from the ceiling.

3. Potted Cactus

• Pot: Terracotta. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. Sc 3 rows.
• Cactus: Dark Green. Ch 8. Sc BLO across. Work 6 rows. Sew sides together to make a ribbed tube. Cinch top.
• Arms: Make a smaller tube and sew to side.

4. Large Floor Monstera

• Pot: Dark Brown/Basket color. MR 8 sc, Inc to 16. Sc 5 rows.
• Leaves: Ch 8. Work around chain: Sc, Hdc, 3 Dc, Hdc, Sc. Ch 2, sl st. (Cut yarn). Make 5 leaves. Glue to wires and plant in pot.

5. Snake Plant (Sansevieria)

• Leaves: Variegated Green/Yellow. Ch 10. Sc, Hdc, Dc… Hdc, Sc. (Pointed strip). Make 4-5 tall strips.
• Plant firmly in a pot.

Part 3: Gardening Tools

Use 1.5mm Hook.

1. Watering Can

• Body: Sage Green/Blue. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. BLO Sc around. Sc 4 rows.
• Spout: Ch 5, Sc back. Sew to side near bottom.
• Handle: Ch 8. Sew from top rim to back.
• Rose (Sprinkler head): Tiny grey circle sewn to spout tip.

2. Trowel & Hand Rake

• Handle: Brown. Ch 5, sl st back (thick handle).
• Trowel Head: Silver/Grey. Ch 4, Sc rows, dec to point. Curve slightly.
• Rake Head: Silver. Ch 3, with 3 tiny prongs (ch 2, sl st).

3. Terracotta Pots Stack

• Make 3-4 empty pots of varying sizes (MR, Sc rounds). Stack them in the corner.

Part 4: Exterior Details

1. Wheels

• Hubcap: Light Grey. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12.
• Tire: Black. (Sc 1, Inc) to 18. (Sc 2, Inc) to 24. Sc 2 rounds. Sew to sides.

2. Lights & Plate

• Tail Lights: Tiny Orange circles sewn to the back.
• License Plate: Tiny white rectangle with embroidered lines.

Final Assembly

1. Ceiling Hooks: Before gluing anything else, install the hanging plants. Sew the tops of the hanging pot chains to the ceiling of the roof. Vary the heights.
2. Floor Arrangement:
   • Glue the large Monstera pot in the back corner.
   • Cluster the Cactus and Snake Plant near the “window” end for light.
   • Stack the empty pots in the front corner.
   • Place the Watering Can and Trowel casually on the gravel floor.
3. Finishing: Ensure the Tulle windows are taut and clean. Fluff the plant leaves to fill the space.

Congratulations! You have grown your own miniature greenhouse. This serene “Gardener’s Greenhouse” is perfect for display on a sunny shelf.