Hanging Plant Drawing Ideas Every Artist Should Know

Hanging Plant Drawing Ideas Every Artist Should Know

Why Draw Hanging Plants?

  • Great for practice: Leaves, vines, and pots all require different textures.

  • Perfect for sketchbooks & journals: Add botanical charm to your pages.

  • Use in merch or print design: Hanging plant illustrations look amazing on stickers, t-shirts, tote bags, and more.

  • Relaxing and therapeutic: Drawing plants is calming and boosts creativity.

🌱 12 Hanging Plant Drawing Ideas for Artists

1. Macramé Plant Hanger

Capture the woven rope details with a pot of trailing ivy or a cactus.

Style tip: Use thin ink lines or go digital with a textured brush for the rope details.

2. Trailing Pothos Leaves

Pothos (a.k.a. devil’s ivy) is popular for its heart-shaped, flowing leaves — perfect for dynamic linework.

3. Glass Terrarium Ball

A modern take! A glass globe with succulents or air plants inside — hung by twine or chain.

Pro idea: Play with transparency and light reflections to make the glass look realistic.

4. Mini Herb Garden Hanger

Draw small hanging pots of basil, rosemary, or thyme. Add tiny labels for a cottagecore feel.

5. Boho Jungle Shelf

Draw a wall shelf with several small hanging plants, books, crystals, and candles — for a warm and cozy vibe.

6. Overhead Jungle View

Sketch a bird’s eye view of plants hanging from the ceiling. Focus on circular compositions and symmetry.

7. Vintage Wall Bracket with Plant

Add charm by drawing a hanging plant from an antique-style wall hook or bracket.

8. String of Pearls Plant

This succulent has bead-like vines that look magical in minimalist illustrations.

Works great for tattoo-style art or digital prints.

9. Fantasy-Inspired Hanging Plant

Invent a plant! Think glowing flowers, floating pots, or alien vines in your own sci-fi or fairy garden.

10. Pet-Friendly Hanging Garden

Draw plants alongside cats, birds, or dogs interacting with the vines — adorable and relatable!

11. Seasonal Hanging Plant

  • Fall: Add pumpkins and warm-toned leaves.

  • Winter: Add fairy lights, snowflakes, or tiny ornaments.

12. Tiny Hanging Bottles with Plants

Draw miniature glass vials or mason jars holding water, roots, or baby plants suspended by wire.

✏️ Drawing Tips & Tricks

  • Use light sketch lines first to plan the pot and plant shape.

  • Add realistic textures to leaves and twine for depth.

  • Try colored pencils, watercolors, or digital brushes for different aesthetics.

  • Reference real plants or Pinterest boards for inspiration.

🖼️ Fun Ways to Use Your Hanging Plant Drawings

  • 🌿 Turn into wall art or stickers

  • 📒 Add to journals, zines, or sketchbooks

  • 👕 Use for t-shirt or tote bag designs

  • 💻 Incorporate into digital assets or vector packs

  • 📱 Share on Instagram, Pinterest, or Behance as part of a series

📊 Fun Fact:

According to Etsy's 2024 design trend report, botanical and plant-themed art continues to rank among the top 5 bestselling aesthetic styles — especially when blended with minimalism or boho themes.

🌿 Final Thoughts

Whether you're doodling in your notebook or building a print-on-demand collection, hanging plant drawings offer endless room for creativity. They’re simple, soothing, and absolutely stylish. Try mixing different leaf shapes, pot styles, or even creating your own fantasy plant species.

Let your imagination grow wild — just like the vines you're sketching.

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