Crochet baskets are one of the most useful things you can make. They keep your home tidy, look lovely on a shelf, and make wonderful handmade gifts, especially when you fill them with treats, yarn, or small goodies.
In this post, I’ve gathered 17 of my free crochet basket patterns, from sturdy T-shirt yarn baskets to tiny baskets that work up in no time. Most of them come with a step-by-step video tutorial, so you can crochet along with me.
Tips Before You Start
- Choose sturdy yarn for big baskets. T-shirt yarn and other thick yarns help your basket hold its shape.
- Crochet tightly. Tight stitches make a firmer basket. If your basket feels floppy, try a smaller hook.
- Think about the size. Measure the space or the items you want to store before you start.
- Turn baskets into gifts. Fill a basket with chocolates, skincare, yarn, or small handmade items for an easy, thoughtful gift.
T-Shirt Yarn Baskets
1. Knit Look Square Basket Crochet With T-Shirt Yarn
A square basket with a beautiful knit-look texture. It looks great on shelves and keeps small items neatly together.
2. T-Shirt Yarn Storage Basket With Handles Crochet Tutorial
A practical storage basket with handles, so it’s easy to carry from room to room.
3. Crochet Oval Basket Knit Stitch With T-Shirt Yarn
An oval basket with a knit-stitch look. Its shape is perfect for long items like makeup brushes, pens, or remote controls.
4. T-Shirt Yarn Crochet Basket Knit Stitch
A round T-shirt yarn basket with a lovely knit-look texture. It’s great for storing yarn, toys, or bathroom essentials.
5. T-Shirt Yarn Basket (With Cross Stitch Single Crochet)
This basket uses the cross stitch single crochet for a neat, woven-looking texture.
Storage & Home Baskets
6. Wide Rectangle Basket Easy Crochet Pattern
A wide rectangle basket that fits nicely on shelves, desks, or inside drawers.
7. Square Basket Crochet Tutorial (Invisible Join Slip Stitch in The Round)
A neat square basket that also teaches you how to make an invisible slip stitch join in the round, a handy technique for cleaner seams.
8. Crochet Hanging Basket Knit Look
A hanging basket with a knit-look texture. Hang it on a wall hook or door to save space while keeping small items close at hand.
9. Herringbone Stitch Crochet Basket Tutorial
The herringbone stitch gives this basket a beautiful, dense texture that looks great in any room. Want to add a matching handle? Follow my Herringbone Stitch Bag Handle Crochet Tutorial step by step.
10. Small Basket Cross Stitch Single Crochet
A small basket worked with the cross stitch single crochet. Perfect for keys, hair accessories, or small craft supplies.
Mini & Gift Baskets
11. Heart Basket Easy Crochet Tutorial
A sweet heart-shaped basket, perfect for Valentine’s Day, filled with chocolates or small gifts.
12. Tiny Basket With Handle Crochet Pattern
A tiny basket with a handle. Fill it with candy for Easter or Halloween, or use it as a party favor.
13. How To Crochet Mini Basket
A cute mini basket that works up quickly. Make a few in different colors for small treasures.
14. How To Make Mini Crochet Basket
Another easy mini basket design, great for using up leftover yarn.
More Crochet Organizers
15. Heart Cactus Mini Storage Crochet Pattern
A heart-shaped cactus that doubles as mini storage.
16. Crochet Hanging Toilet Paper Holder
A practical and pretty bathroom organizer.
17. Crochet X-Stitch Pen (Pencil) Stand Holder With Macrame Yarn
Keeps your desk tidy.
More Easy Crochet Basket Ideas
- Holiday gift baskets: fill a basket with treats and give it as a Christmas, Easter, or birthday gift.
- Nursery storage: use soft baskets for baby socks, toys, or diapers.
- Yarn stash: keep your current project and yarn together in one basket.
- Bathroom organizer: store towels, soap, or cotton pads.
- Make-and-sell items: baskets are popular at craft fairs and markets, especially in sets of different sizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best yarn for crochet baskets?
Thick, sturdy yarn like T-shirt yarn works best for larger baskets because it helps the basket keep its shape. For mini baskets, regular yarn is fine.
How do I make my crochet basket stiffer?
Crochet tightly with a hook slightly smaller than usual for your yarn, or hold two strands of yarn together.
Happy crocheting!
If you make any of these baskets, I’d love to see them. You can find all my video tutorials on my YouTube channel, and don’t forget to save this post on Pinterest for later.
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