Get Organized with Easy Basket Crochet Projects

Do overflowing drawers and cluttered countertops leave you yearning for organization? I have the answer for you with a whole collection of crochet basket patterns! With a simple crochet hook and different types of yarn, you can create beautiful and functional storage solutions that complement your home decor.

This collection curates a variety of free crochet basket patterns, catering to every skill level and storage need. From beginner-friendly single crochet baskets to unique designs with hidden pockets and nesting capabilities, there’s a basket pattern waiting to be brought to life by your crafty hands.

I’ve also included some festive Easter basket patterns to add a personalized touch to your spring celebrations. As well as super helpful tips to acheive a more floppy basket or sturdy one – depending on your purposes.

Make sure to comment at the end to let me know what you think of these crochet basket patterns. I’d love to know if you think I missed anything or if there’s a style of basket pattern that you think I should create next.

Here are some great ideas to get you started on your own personal basket organization!

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Floppy vs. Sturdy Baskets: Choosing Your Ideal Storage Solution

The crochet basket world offers a spectrum of textures, from soft and pliable to firm and structured. Here’s a breakdown of floppy and sturdy baskets, along with reasons to choose each:

  • Floppy Baskets: These delightful options, often crocheted with lightweight yarn or natural fibers, drape gracefully and conform to their contents. Perfect for storing blankets, throws, or soft toys, they add a touch of casual charm to any space.  However, they might not be ideal for heavy items or if you need a basket to hold its shape.

  • Sturdy Baskets: Usually made with thicker yarn, multiple strands held together, or stiffer materials like jute or cotton rope, these baskets stand tall and maintain their shape. Ideal for storing books, magazines, cleaning supplies, or even plants, they offer a reliable storage solution.  However, they might not be as visually soft or forgiving when it comes to bulky items.

Want a floppy basket?

  • Use lightweight yarn like acrylic or cotton.
  • Crochet looser stitches, like single crochet or double crochet. Hint: Use a couple sizes larger hook than the yarn calls for.
  • Add a lining made of fabric for more structure (optional).

Looking for a sturdy basket?

  • Use thicker yarn or multiple strands held together.
  • Try techniques like moss stitch or waistcoat stitch, known for their stability.
  • Use a smaller crochet hook to create tighter stitches.

 

 

 

 

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Hanging Basket Patterns for Storage and Plants

Cottagecore Farmhouse Hanging Basket Pattern. Teardrop hanger for plants and storage.

Farmhouse Hanging Basket Pattern by Green Fox Farms Designs

Create a storage organization system with these gorgeous hanging baskets. They’re the ideal choice if you’re short on shelving, but have wall space to spare. They’re aesthetically pleasing to include in your home decor and look wonderful housing hanging plants. Or use them to store small items in your bathroom.

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Millie Crochet Hanging Basket Pattern by The Loophole Fox

Millie Crochet Hanging Basket Pattern by The Loophole Fox

You’ll love this textured hanging basket project, because it provides something very useful for your home: Storage space! This is an intermediate skill level pattern that uses simple crochet stitches like Single Crochet, Half Double Crochet and Double Crochet stitches.

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Crochet Plant Hanger Pattern by Sandra Stitches

Crochet Plant Hanger Pattern by Sandra Stitches

Elevate your houseplants with this stunning crocheted plant hanger pattern! This beginner-friendly design uses not a lot of yarn and simple stitches, making it perfect for using up leftover cotton scraps. It’s not just practical – cotton’s natural breathability and moisture control keeps your plants healthy and happy, allowing them to flourish in a stylish hanging display.

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Sweet Stripes Hanging Crochet Basket Patterns by GFFD

Sweet Stripes Hanging Baskets by Green Fox Farms Designs

Looking for a fun way to add storage and style to your home? This free crochet pattern for hanging baskets is a great choice! With simple construction and easy repeats, this beginner-friendly pattern lets you create adorable farmhouse baskets in three sizes (small, medium, and large) for a boho addition to your home decor.

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Easy Crochet Basket Patterns

Pop of Color Crochet Basket pattern by GFFD

Pop of Color Basket Pattern by Green Fox Farms Designs

Inject a pop of color into your home decor with this quick and easy crochet basket pattern! Made with super bulky yarn, this adorable basket features handles for easy carrying and works up beautifully in leftover yarn. Store anything from yarn to books in this versatile basket, measuring approximately 12″ x 10″.

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Beginner Crochet Basket Pattern by Lovable Loops

Beginner Crochet Basket Pattern by Lovable Loops

Craft your own stylish storage solution with this free crochet basket pattern!  Beginner-friendly, this simple pattern uses single crochet stitches is clearly written and easy to follow. You’ll be amazed at how quickly you can create beautiful storage baskets that add a touch of handmade functionality, to any space.

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Chunky Single Crochet Basket Tutorial by Life and Yarn

Chunky Single Crochet Basket Tutorial by Life and Yarn

Organize your yarn stash with this free, simple crochet basket pattern that uses single crochet stitches! This project is perfect for beginners thanks to its use of jumbo yarn, which allows for quick crocheting and a sturdy finished basket. Hook up this instant gratification project and enjoy the satisfaction of storing your yarn in a handmade basket!

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Chunky Crochet Basket Pattern by Ned and Mimi

Chunky Crochet Basket Pattern by Ned and Mimi

Texture lovers, you’ll love this great pattern! This free crochet basket pattern features a stunning diagonal chevron stitch for a quick and eye-catching project. Made with super bulky yarn, the basket works up in a flash and is perfect for using up leftover yarn. New to the chevron stitch? No worries, a video tutorial is included to guide you through!

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Nesting Planters Crochet Basket Patterns 3 sizes by ACCROchet

Nesting Planters Patterns by ACCROchet

This simple crochet pattern is adjustable, no matter the size of your indoor plant pots. Love the color and neatness provided by enclosing your indoor plants inside a planter cover!  This free pattern is also quick to make up, using super bulky weight yarn!

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Blair Leather Clutch

 

 

 

 

Crochet Baskets with a Little Extra Something !

Cute Bear Basket Pattern by Little World of Whimsy

Cute Bear Basket Pattern by Little World of Whimsy

This adorable bear basket is the perfect gift or storage solution! It’s surprisingly quick to make, taking just a few hours, and uses simple circles and continuous rounds for easy crocheting. The thick yarn makes a sturdy basket and adds a polished look.

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Granny Square Basket Crochet Pattern by Joy of Motion Crochet

Granny Square Basket by Joy of Motion Crochet

Liven up your space with a crocheted basket made using decorative granny squares! This easy crochet basket pattern lets you create a beautiful basket without worrying about gaps – perfect for storing anything. The project uses washable cotton yarn and includes instructions for crocheting both the basket base and colorful granny squares. This big basket is a great way to display your skeins of yarn.

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Multi Reversible Crochet Basket Patterns by Nicki's Homemade Crafts

Multi Reversible Crochet Basket Patterns by Nicki’s Homemade Crafts

Let’s get creative with this free, beginner-friendly crochet basket pattern! Made with thicker yarn, this cleverly unique design features 3 layers and hidden pockets.  Fold the outer layer inward for hidden storage, or add an optional drawstring closure for a secure WIP holder. Video tutorials and loads of tips make this crochet project a breeze, even for first-time crocheters!

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Lobelia Crochet Nesting Baskets by Made By Gootie

Lobelia Crochet Nesting Baskets by Made By Gootie

This set of nesting baskets crochet pattern offers two stylish storage options for different purposes. There’s a modern larger basket and a smaller plant pot holder, both made with worsted weight yarn. They’re easily customizable to any size and would look great in your living room, bathroom, kitchen or craft room!

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Small and Medium Crochet Gnome Basket Pattern

Faegryn Gnome Basket by Green Fox Farms Designs

Bring some cheekiness into your home with this adorable gnome basket pattern! Perfect for beginners, this easy-to-follow design uses basic stitches and lets you customize the size and color scheme. It’s the perfect way to add a touch of Scandinavian farmhouse style to your holiday decor, offering a cute and functional storage solution!

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Learn a New Stitch or Technique to Make Your Basket

Summer Fun Tote Crochet Basket Patterns 3 Sizes GFFD

Summer Fun Tote Basket Pattern by Green Fox Farms Designs

Learn the popcorn stitch with this fun free crochet pattern to make all sizes of tote basket! This basket pattern comes with a helpful photo tutorial to make small, medium and large baskets for a variety of uses! Hook a crochet storage basket, a Farmer’s Market shopper or toy tote! You’ll find plenty of ways to utilize these pretty baskets around the house and in your daily life.

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Mosaic Hearts Basket Crochet Pattern by Juniper and Oakes

Mosaic Hearts Basket Crochet Pattern by Juniper and Oakes

Create a charming accent piece with this beginner-friendly mosaic crochet basket pattern! Made with super bulky yarn, this project works up quickly for a cozy and functional addition to your home.  Featuring sweet heart motifs, the finished basket is a great option to add a touch of love to your decor while keeping your belongings neatly organized.

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Round Moss Stitch Baskets Pattern by Jo To The World

Round Moss Stitch Baskets Pattern by Jo To The World

Spruce up your home and conquer clutter with these charming crochet baskets! Made with just basic stitches and two strands of yarn for extra sturdiness, this free pattern lets you create baskets in three different sizes. The video tutorial and written instructions make it perfect for beginners, and the finished baskets make lovely gifts or stylish storage solutions for any room.

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Bobbly Crochet Basket Pattern by Cosy Rosie UK

Bobbly Crochet Basket Pattern by Cosy Rosie UK

There’s so much texture and color in this pretty and practical basket pattern! Learn the puff stitch and how to attach a felt base, using this free crochet pattern. Beginners will find the included video tutorial and detailed photo tutorials helpful too!

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Adjustable Basket Pattern by Darling Be Brave Etsy

Adjustable Basket Pattern Tutorial by Darling Be Brave Etsy

This is the ultimate crochet pattern to make a basket in any size, and with handles or without! It’s a premium pattern on etsy that includes a photo tutorial and written instructions to alter your basket in many ways. Want a small basket? Or a really large basket? A shallow basket? One with chunky handles? A flat base? This pattern has you covered.

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Crochet Easter Baskets

Crochet Easter Basket Pattern by Fosbas Designs

 

Crochet Easter Basket Pattern by Fosbas Designs

Celebrate Spring with this adorable crochet Easter basket pattern.  This quick and easy project, perfect for beginners, uses lightweight yarn to create a functional Easter basket.  Its simple design makes it the perfect handmade crochet basket to gift to anyone. Customize the free pattern with embellishments or change yarn colors to personalize your basket for the receiver.

 Find the pattern here!

 

 

Hopscotch Easter Baskets Crochet Patterns 3 sizes by GFFD

 

Hopscotch Easter baskets by Green Fox Farms Designs

Intermediate skill level crocheters will love this premium pattern for Easter gift baskets! They’re one of my favorite ways to present Easter treats on Easter Sunday morning. And then of course they’re repurposed through the day for the Easter egg hunt! The design comes to you in 3 sizes:
Small basket is perfect for decor or tiny tots.
✦ Medium Basket holds a whole lot of chocolate.
Large Basket is great for collecting a haul of eggs!

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Easy Mini Easter Basket Pattern by Start Crochet

Easy Mini Easter Basket Pattern by Start Crochet

Whip up this adorable mini crochet basket in just 20 minutes with this beginner-friendly crochet pattern! Made with super bulky yarn, this project is perfect for creating festive decorations or gifting small treats. Make them in different colors using your scrap yarn. They’re also a great size to fill with pet-friendly goodies for your furry companions to enjoy!

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Easter Bunny Basket Crochet Pattern on Greene Crafts Store Etsy

Easter Bunny Basket Crochet Pattern on Greene Crafts Store Etsy

This super cute Easter basket is a paid pattern on etsy that’s incredibly popular and had to be included! Beginner friendly and easy to make, this fun crochet pattern will get a happy squeal from the kids on Easter morning! Fill with Easter treats – crocheted or candy – then repurpose wherever you want a little hoppity happiness in your home!

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So there you have it, a treasure trove of free crochet basket patterns ready to be transformed into delightful storage solutions or functional springtime gifts! With a bit of yarn and a crochet hook, you can banish clutter and add a touch of handcrafted charm to every corner of your home. After all, why settle for boring plastic bins when you can create beautiful and functional baskets that reflect your unique style? Channel your inner basket weaver, and get ready to crochet your way to a more organized and aesthetically pleasing every day!

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These are just a few great ideas to get you started on and of these Scrap Yarn Crochet Patterns. There are endless possibilities for scrap yarn projects, so don’t be afraid to experiment and have fun! You can find even more stash buster patterns by searching online or checking out my blog post full of all of my FREE Crochet Patterns! Remember, scrap yarn doesn’t have to go to waste! With a little creativity, you can turn it into beautiful and practical projects that you’ll love.

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