Inside: Today, we’re here to shine a light on an increasingly popular crochet project that combines functionality with artistic flair: crochet basket patterns.
These little masterpieces are more than mere containers. They are a stylish way to declutter your surroundings, adding a personal touch to your home décor while also serving a very practical purpose.
Baskets: one of the easiest and most practical things to crochet.
There’s never not a need for something to hold something else, especially in a house with more than one person.
You need a laundry basket and a toy basket and a blanket basket, all the baskets for all the things.
Luckily, it’s easier than you would think to crochet a basket, and a good chunk of them are made with bulky yarn. This makes them work up even faster.
21 Crochet Basket Patterns
Today, I have twenty-one crochet baskets of all types for all things. Choose your fave and get going.
You’ll see the links plus details on each pattern below.
Crochet Basket Projects for Your Home Decor & Organizational Needs
21 Crochet Basket Patterns
Bernat Color Pop Crochet Baskets, Small
These baskets could easily become a staple in your home. A neutral basket with a pop of color for the bottom in whatever colors match your home.
These are an easy way to add something handmade to your home. This is a free pattern.
Beginner Chunky Crochet Basket
Want to try your hand at a crochet basket but you’ve never done it before? Try it out with this beginner-friendly, chunky oval basket.
Since it’s made with chunky yarn, it’ll work up super fast and you just need to know single crochet, chain, and half double crochet. The pattern is available on TL Yarn Crafts for free.
Crochet Pattern Spike Storage Basket - Etsy
The spike stitch is one of my favorite stitches to do. I think it creates a beautiful texture, and it’s not nearly as difficult as it looks.
You’re just working in the row below instead of the current row, giving it a spiked look.
Paired with thick cotton yarn, this stitch creates a beautiful basket with built-in handles that’ll look great in any home. The pattern is avaialblke on Etsy.
Yarn Stash Basket - Free Stash Buster Pattern for Medium Weight Yarn
I know for a fact you have a yarn stash lying around with partially used skeins of yarn with no tag that you can’t bear to get rid of.
Keep your yarn and turn it into something practical with this stash-busting basket.
You’ll crochet using three strands of yarn together so that the stash will be busted quickly. Use it to store your crochet supplies, your favorite blanket, or anything your heart desires.
The pattern is available on Oombawka Design Crochet for free.
Jumbo Storage Basket Crochet Pattern Blanket Storage Basket - Etsy
This large crochet basket is big enough for some blankets and then some.
Use it as storage for yourself or your kids, a laundry basket, and more.
It’s made from Wool Ease yarn, so it’s pretty darn sturdy and has a pretty geometric pattern that will fit any home aesthetic. The pattern is available for purchase on Etsy.
Crochet PATTERN Teardrop Basket Hanging Basket Storage - Etsy
Sometimes you just don’t have room on the ground for anything else. Solve that problem with hanging baskets!
A two-in-one wall decor and storage solution, hanging baskets are a great way to get creative and they’re pretty easy to crochet.
This pattern has three different sizes for whatever you need and can be made with whatever yarn you wish. The pattern is available for purchase on Etsy.
Mosaic Basket
This mosaic basket is named for its gorgeous pops of color among neutrals. This is an easy basket with so much potential, and it all depends on which yarn you use!
Go for a basic pop of color, or use a color-changing yarn to switch it up. You can’t really go wrong here.
This pattern also has three sizes: small, medium, and large. The patterns are available for free.
CROCHET PATTERN Sunflower Basket Crochet Basket DIY - Etsy
This basket has a sunflower motif on the bottom and is the perfect size for collecting your keys and wallet when you come into the house.
It uses beginner-friendly stitches and you can increase or decrease the number of rows on the outside to make the basket deeper. The pattern is available for purchase.
Chunky Crochet Basket Pattern & Tutorial
This basket is a great choice if you want a quick project for the weekend. It uses super bulky yarn so that it can be done in less than a couple of hours.
This is a great choice for something you can use to quickly organize your house instead of buying plastic bins.
These add texture and personality to a home for sure. The pattern is available on Easy Crochet for free.
Crochet Pattern Beacomber Basket PDF - Etsy
This little basket packs a punch with its gorgeous textures and added leather handles. It gets its texture from shell stitches.
It uses cordial yarn, which is what keeps it so that the basket is nice and sturdy to hold your bips and bops. Find this gorgeous pattern for purchase.
Crochet Basket Pattern PDF VIDEO Tutorial Fox Baske Wolf - Etsy
Make one of these charming woodland fox baskets for yourself or a child’s room.
The basket size can be easily adjusted to fit your needs and the pattern uses beginner-friendly stitches and techniques. Find this adorable basket on Etsy for purchase.
Fringe Basket Crochet Pattern
This fringe basket is a perfect accessory to add some boho touch to a home or room.
It has blue and yellow tones on the bottom, transitioning to a single color of fringe in the middle, and herringbone stitches on the top.
Lots of different techniques create a gorgeous basket. The pattern is available on Caab Crochet for free.
Large Crochet Basket with Handles - Free Crochet Pattern
This three-color basket is made of macrame cord rather than yarn, but it’s very much still crochet.
It uses single crochet and double crochet for the body and front post double crochet for the sides, so it’s a very beginner-friendly and sturdy basket.
The pattern is available on Persia Lou for free.
Crochet Basket Pattern Crochet Storage Modern Home Decor - Etsy
The textures in this basket are absolutely gorgeous, it looks like it came straight ou of Magnolia!
The basket is actually more of a bowl shape and has many textures, making it look upscale.
But don’t be fooled; it’s definitely homemade and easy to make. The pattern is available on Etsy for purchase.
How to Make an Easy Crochet Basket
If you’re just starting out in crochet and are looking to venture out into something a bit different, may I suggest the easiest crochet basket there is?!
This basket also uses macrame cord for sturdiness and is made of single crochet. The pattern is available on Melanie Ham’s website for free.
Lobelia Crochet Nesting Basket Free Pattern
This pretty and delicate basket uses dishie cotton yarn for a soft but sturdy texture.
It uses a combination of the spider stitch and single crochet spike stitches to create its gorgeous texture.
This is an intermediate pattern but feel free to give it a go even if you’re a beginner. The pattern is available on Made By Gootie’s website for free.
Put Clutter in Its Place With This Crochet Basket
This basket has a super simple pattern of half double crochets but adds some scallop detail at the top to take it up a notch.
The design allows for a lot of freedom as far as yarn type and color; just choose what you’d like to use and go for it! This basket also allows for a size increase.
The pattern is available for free on Craftsy.
Crochet Two Tone Basket Pattern Large Crochet Basket Woven - Etsy
This basket looks like it came right off the shelf at Target!
It’s simple, stylish, multi-purpose, and super easy. You can use any medium-weight yarn you choose, and it can be sized down or up. The pattern is on Etsy for purchase.
A Customized Crochet Woven Basket / Pot Holder Pattern - Sweet Potato 3
These small woven baskets can be used as regular baskets or as plant holders.
It has a nice texture that comes from the Rewind Tape yarn and the beautiful woven stitch.
The Rewind Tape yarn will achieve the look and texture of the photos of this basket, but feel free to use any medium weight yarn you have.
The pattern is available on Sweet Potato 3’s website for free.
Crochet Basket Pattern PDF Crochet Basket With Lid Pattern - Etsy
This pattern is a great take on a basket being used for a slightly different purpose: a jewelry basket!
The flower puff stitches on the side, and the pink flowers and a small handle on top give it a beautiful look.
Use this as a basket for your little girl’s bedroom or as a jewelry basket for you. Use whatever colors you wish. The pattern is available on Etsy for purchase.
Bernat Fluffy Puffs Crochet Basket
Finally on our list is this fluffy basket from Yarnspirations. The pattern for this fun basket involves crocheting with one color of yarn for the whole basket, then going in with a different yarn to get a woven look.
It uses super bulky yarn, so it’ll work up in no time, making it easy to make multiples. The pattern is available for free on Yarnspirations.
Crochet baskets have become incredibly popular for their unique blend of elegance and utility.
Not only do they help you organize your space, but they also give that space a warm, homey, personalized vibe.
Whether they’re holding your favorite potted plants, acting as a cute caddy for toiletries, storing your craft supplies, or simply showcasing your favorite knick-knacks, crochet baskets can elevate any room while keeping it tidy.
But the charm of crochet baskets extends beyond personal use. They also make fantastic gifts!
Whether it’s a housewarming party, a birthday, or the holidays, a handmade crochet basket can be a thoughtful and bespoke present, demonstrating your care and creativity. It’s a gift that the recipient can use in a variety of ways and will likely appreciate for years to come.
So, whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a beginner looking for a new project, we hope you found the perfect crochet basket pattern!
Hannah is the eldest of the Bonner family’s three kiddos. She graduated from the University of North Texas with her Bachelors in Elementary Education. She enjoys reading, yoga, movies & TV, and (obviously) crocheting. She is excited about furthering her writing career & spending her days surrounded by yarn. All the yarn.