51 Free Crochet Basket Patterns
These beautiful crochet baskets are a great way to add some storage to your living room and bathrooms. Creating baskets in different colors and different sizes is fun way to customize your home decor.
From tiny and cute to large baskets that use a big hook size and bulky weight yarn there are so many crochet basket patterns to choose!
If you find you have a lot of scrap yarn to deal with then crocheting your own basket is perfect. Stripes make a beautiful basket, as you can see in many of these patterns.
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Skill Level
These free crochet basket pattern can be made by any skill level crocheter. So you are sure to find something you will love to make. There are plenty of simple, beginner friendly basket patterns on this list. And for those who like special stitches there are some of those too!
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What Yarn to Use for Crochet Baskets?
These patterns include a variety of yarn weights and fibers. The ideal choice for your basket will depend on its function.
For home decor baskets that will get a lot of use like for toy storage, use t-shirt yarn.
For baskets in the bathroom, kitchen or dining room, cotton yarn is a great choice for its absorbency.
For all purpose baskets you can use acrylic yarn. Aim for anti-pilling yarn for best results.
There are baskets for medium weight yarn through super bulky weight yarn on this list. Holding two strands of yarn together is a great way to “create” a bulkier yarn and use up more of your stash.
I made a couple baskets with Bernat Home Maker Dec yarn years ago and they have held up so well.
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How Do You Crochet a Basket?
Most crochet basket patterns are worked in the round. You start with the base with a magic ring and increase it to size.
Each pattern will vary here based on what size basket you’re making. The bottom of the pattern is where you will also set the shape of your basket.
There are many round crochet baskets, oval baskets, square baskets and rectangle baskets. These shapes can be made by strategically placing your increases.
Once the bottom of your basket is ready, you’ll start crocheting the sides. Here a basket pattern is similar to a hat.
When you stop increasing and only crochet around the sides take shape. It’s the sides of the basket where pattern designers add texture, stripes or go for the flat uniform look of the waistcoat stitch.
What Do You Store in Crochet Baskets?
The two large baskets I made we for soft toys, plushies and stuffed animals. With four kids, they are both brimming. And that does not include all the ones on their beds!
Stuffing the large baskets helps them keep their shape. Smaller baskets can hold their shape all on their own.
Small crochet baskets are great for storing different things like barrettes, stitch markers, small toys. The small sizes also make great display baskets.
You can decorate around the house with these for little candies and trinkets. If you have lots of kid’s art supplies crochet baskets are a win for sure.
Scroll down to browse all these beautiful basket patterns!
Free Crochet Basket Patterns
These crocheted baskets are free patterns in a variety of styles and yarns! Browse through to find inspiration and your next home decor crochet pattern.
This free crochet basket pattern is a textured basket pattern in 3 nesting sizes. These baskets are the perfect way to store little things.
To make these baskets you'll need:
#4 medium worsted weight yarn, I use Big Twist Value. This is a 100% acrylic yarn that comes in 380 yd / 347 m, 6 oz / 170 g. The color of these small stacking baskets is cream.
For the small basket pictured you only need about 20 yd / 18 m of #4 medium worsted weight yarn. The medium basket requires 32 yd / 29 m of #4 medium worsted weight yarn. To make the large basket you will need 51 yd / 47 m of #4 medium worsted weight yarn.
I use a 5mm US Size H-8 crochet hook for the baskets. To helps to use a 4mm US Size G-4 crochet hook for last round, to tighten it up.
Other supplies you will need: yarn needle, measuring tape, scissors, stitch marker.
This hanging basket pattern is great when more space and storage are needed. Use this hanging basket for fresh fruit or yarn.
Depending on your size choices for each basket, you can make this hanging basket with 283 yards of worsted weight yarn. This pattern uses cotton yarn.
This trio of baskets is simple to work up. Since they are made in thicker yarn they come together quickly.
You will need Jumbo Weight #7 Yarn and a M13 / 9 mm Hook to crochet these baskets.
This fringe basket is so pretty and just perfect for plants! This crochet baskets uses two strands of yarn, making a bulky yarn that works up quickly.
This pattern uses two strands of #4 medium worsted weight yarn held together creating the beautiful color. This pattern uses cotton yarn.
Purrfect Cat Crochet Basket CAL Announcement and Free Pattern
The Purrfect Cat Crochet Basket is the cutest way to organize your things! I know my daughter would adore this little kitty face basket.
The yarn you need for this is a chunky #5 weight yarn.
Crochet Basket Pattern - Krissys Over The Mountain Crochet
The Victorian Lace basket is perfectly sized for storing the toilet paper in such an elegant way. This basket pattern is made holding two strands of yarn together.
The yarn used for this basket pattern is a #4 medium worsted weight yarn.
This narrow vanity basket is perfect for organizing nail polish. This long and narrow design is perfectly sized for storing on bathroom or vanity shelves.
For this long basket you will need to hold two strands of #4 medium worsted weight yarn. This pattern is made in cotton yarn.
There are so many ways to use these hanging baskets for storing plants and toiletries. This crochet basket looks great in neutral or bright colors. That means you can use this in your office or a kids bedroom.
This is a worsted weight yarn pattern.
Learn how to crochet a rectangle cord basket! Crochet around a length of cord for this entire basket. I love how the white peeks through the bright green yarn.
This is a combination of #4 medium yarn and the cord is a #6 super bulky. This pattern is made in cotton yarn.
I love the design of this crochet hanging basket. It looks great as a wall hanging and planter. The unique shape is so appealing.
This pattern is crocheted with two strands of worsted weight yarn held together. This is a cotton yarn pattern.
This large basket pattern is perfect for organizing those toys! The handles on this basket make it easy for kids to cart around too.
Here are the materials you need to make this basket pattern:
100 grams of King Cole Comfort Aran yarn
5.50mm Clover Crochet Hook
This small waffle stitch basket is great for holding your personal items like you watch. This basket pattern includes a video tutorial for the stitch.
The yarn for this little basket is a #4 medium worsted weight yarn in cotton. This makes a fabulous scrap buster pattern.
The contrasting colors in this basket are just striking! The bright colors bring a touch of spring. The contrast is really accented by the spike stitches.
This basket pattern works up with #6 super bulky yarn.
These woven look crochet baskets are perfect for your plants. These crochet plant holder basket can be made with a bulky tape yarn, or by holding 2 strands together of worsted weight yarn. I love that she gives you options on the yarn and they have a similar look.
These mini crochet baskets are perfect for the bathroom organization. The folded over ribbed edges give these baskets a unique look.
These can be made with #4 medium yarns.
This two handled crochet basket with these roses is just beautiful! The simple stiches and white yarn create a classy Easter basket. I love the sturdy handles too.
This is medium weight yarn pattern.
Add a touch of the nautical to your bath decor with this crochet basket pattern! This unique crochet basket is made with twine. The twine make a durable crochet basket that's great for the bathroom.
Here are the twine details for this pattern: Tenn Well 3-ply twine (size about 2mm diameter).
Crochet a sweet sunflower basket to bring the sunshine indoors! This simple and quick crochet basket is great for storing sweets and treats.
This pattern is worked with two strands of medium worsted weight yarn held together. The yarn for this pattern is cotton.
These crochet Easter baskets are stunning in stripes with the spike stitch. These would be so fun to customize for your children or grandkids.
These baskets are made with #4 medium weight yarn.
This crochet basket pattern is taken to the next level with a fabric lining. To get this thick chunky yarn basket you will use two strands of #4 medium yarn together.
This basket looks fabulous in the white, blue and lemon yellow, but of course, you can customize the colors to suit your own dining room decor.
The bobble stitch create a beautiful crochet basket that's great for fresh fruit and vegetables. This is a fun and pretty way to keep the kitchen counter organized.
This yarn is a medium #4 weight yarn. The yarn used here is cotton.
The handles on this t-shirt yarn basket are perfect! T-shirt yarn is the best choice for baskets and home decor that will need to hold up to a lot of wear and tear.
Most t-shirt yarns are labeled at #6 super bulky weight.
These little crochet baskets are quick to make and perfect for storing your trinkets. Three variations on an easy crochet basket pattern makes these really stand out.
These are #6 super bulky yarn baskets.
The Lobelia is a lovely crochet basket pattern! With a flat single crochet bottom, the textured stitches really stand out on this beautiful basket.
This basket is made with #4 medium weight yarn. This basket is made in cotton yarn.
This small crochet basket pattern with two handles looks extra special with the fabric touches. Adding the lining, handle covers and button ribbon really make this basket super cute!
This pattern includes a video on how to add the fabric too. She uses two strands held together of a #4 medium worsted weight yarn for these baskets.
This t-shirt yarn. basket looks amazing with repurposed belt handles. This basket would look great in the living or bedroom to store unused blankets.
This basket uses super bulky t-shirt yarn.
This little Easter basket also serves as an egg cozy! This pattern is so adaptable. You can leave the handle off and use the little basket as a candy dish.
This pattern uses #4 medium worsted weight yarn.
Add the Hexagon Bread Basket crochet pattern to your table decor! This is a great idea and a beautiful combination.
This basket uses #5 bulky weight yarn.
Get ahead on Christmas gifts with this crochet basket pattern! The red bobbles really pop against the white yarn of this basket.
You'll need medium worsted weight yarn.
Heart Nesting Baskets - Free Crochet Pattern • Blackstone Designs
These stacking heart baskets are perfect for treats and more! Simple stitches and shaping create these sweet heart baskets. They would make great table decor for holidays and parties.
These baskets are made with #4 medium weight yarn.
Crochet baskets are great for keeping those toys organized. We love using these for storing all the stuffed animals for the kids.
You'll need three strands of super bulky yarn for this basket pattern.
Crochet a hanging basket for your plants or treasures! This cute little basket works up quickly in thick yarn. That means these are great for gifts and craft fairs!
These are super bulky yarn baskets.
Crochet this square Easter basket pattern with a long handle. I love how the white color contrasts with the red in these single crochet stitches.
This yarn is a #5 bulky weight yarn.
The simple crochet hook holder is great for holding those hooks! This one would work for plants, crayons, pens, or any number of different things.
This pattern is worked in a bulky #5 weight merino wool yarn.
This durable t-shirt yarn basket makes organizing firewood a breeze! The thick yarn and texture make a great combo!
This t-shirt yarn is a super bulky weight yarn.
This simple basket pattern is quick and useful around the house! These are the perfect stash busting baskets to use up your left over yarn.
This basket is made with super bulky #6 yarn.
This crochet jute basket makes a great gift when you fill it with your loved ones favorite goodies!
This pattern uses 3 mm twine and worsted weight cotton yarn.
This large crochet basket pattern is made with two colors of t-shirt yarn. The large size makes it great for storing just about anything.
This basket is in super bulky yarn.
A crochet basket for potted plants is a great way to showcase your green frond friends. I love how she adds the leather tag against the white yarn.
This pattern uses 4 mm cotton cord.
Welcome the warmer weather with a floral basket like the Spring Tulip Basket. This pretty basket is perfect for so many things around the house.
This pattern is made with #6 super bulky yarn.
This catch all basket is crocheted in one of my favorite stitches, the baby bean stitch.
This basket is made in raffia yarn. It uses 2 strands of #4 medium yarn held together.
This double layer crochet basket looks great in colorful yarn. Just like using two strands of yarn makes it sturdier, so does this second layer.
This is a #5 chunky yarn basket.
These baskets are a great way to make a crochet storage basket with plastic bags!
This free pattern includes directions on how to make plarn (yarn from plastic bags).
Nesting baskets in three sizes for your potted plants. I love the long oval basket that holds the two round baskets. This trio looks perfect on display.
These baskets are made in #5 bulky weight yarn.
Small size baskets make great jewelry catchers. The bright pink yarn is the perfect contrast on these white baskets.
This is a super bulky yarn pattern.
Keep your plants cozy in these double stranded yarn baskets. Creating stripes is fun and it's a great way to use up all that yarn.
This is a worsted weight yarn pattern.
Rectangular baskets are so unique and they look great in the bathroom or on the dining table. There are two sizes included for this rectangle basket pattern.
You will need #6 super bulky t-shirt yarn for this basket pattern.
This simple basket crochet patterns is creat for storing your small balls of yarn, or even Easter eggs! This chunky yarn works up quickly too. And the basket handles are very easy to make. Plus they are so useful.
This pattern uses a #6 super bulky yarn.
These fun wave baskets are perfect for summer time. I love the idea of using these bright crochet baskets for beach towels. Rolled up towels would fit nicely in these baskets.
These baskets are mad ein super bulky t-shirt yarn.
These pretty little baskets are great stash busters. Use any yarn and you'll have a unique storage basket for loose change or other small things.
This pattern is written for any yarn weight and matching hook. So you can shop your stash and choose according to how you want to use your finished baskets.
The Grayson hanging basket is a great idea for placing storage right next to the door. You can store your keys and whatever you need exactly where you can find it.
This hanging basket pattern includes two sizes. There are instructions for a 4" and 7" basket. Plus you can crochet it to any size with this pattern.
This pattern is made with #5 bulky / chunky weight yarn. The choice is yours on the fiber. It can be cotton or acrylic.
Love the variety of baskets! Thank you!
I would like to know How To Crochet a laundry basket using The un even berry Stitch? Also What yarn to use for the Basket That will be every where?
Hi Martha,
I recommend using a yarn that doesn’t pill for baskets that you will use through the household. I really like Bernat Maker Home Dec Yarn for pillows and baskets. I don’t have a laundry basket pattern but the Alda basket https://christacodesign.com/alda-nesting-baskets-crochet-pattern/ could be expanded into a larger size and handles added. I do have an uneven berry stitch tutorial here https://christacodesign.com/uneven-berry-stitch-crochet-photo-tutorial/ I hope this helps!