You’re in organization mode and want to find the perfect place for everything. Whether it’s for papers, jewelry, toiletries, or even your pet cat, a crochet basket can fit the bill for keeping things orderly in a beautiful way.
In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to make your crochet basket, from supplies to stitches. We’ll also give you an easy step-by-step tutorial to follow. Happy crocheting!
Table Of Contents
- Supplies Needed To Crochet A Basket
- Stitches And Skills For Creating A Crochet Basket
- Crafting A Crochet Basket Step By Step
- 5 Crochet Basket Patterns To Try
Supplies Needed To Crochet A Basket
In order to make your crochet basket, you’ll need to gather a few supplies ahead of time, including:
- Thick, durable yarn
- Crochet hook
- Stitch markers
- Fabric stiffening spray
Make sure you choose a bulky yarn, as your basket will need to be sturdy. GANXXET’s T-shirt Fabric Yarn is a particularly good choice for being durable and able to hold its shape (you don’t want a floppy basket). Alternatively, try our Wool Fibers for a naturally cozy feel.
When it comes to the crochet hook, there are lots of sizes to choose from. The right hook size is based upon the thickness of the yarn you use and usually will be listed on the skein of yarn.
However, when making a crochet basket, it’s best to use a crochet hook that’s one to two sizes smaller than is recommended, so that you can make a tight, firm fabric.
Stitches And Skills For Creating A Crochet Basket
There are a few stitches and techniques that are important to know before starting your crochet basket. Be sure to brush up on the following:
Single Crochet
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For this tutorial, we’ll just be using a single crochet stitch. To do a single crochet, insert your crochet hook into the next stitch, yarn over, and pull up the loop. Then, yarn over again and pull both loops on the hook through.
Slip Stitch
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The slip stitch will help you join rounds, move along rows, and more. To make a slip stitch, insert your crochet hook into the next stitch, bring the yarn over the hook, and pull the loop of yarn through the stitch. Pull the new loop through the existing loop on your hook.
Making A Magic Circle
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To make a magic circle, create a loop with your yarn tail and put your crochet hook into the circle. Then yarn over and pull the yarn from the skein end through the circle and crochet stitches into this loop. When you’re done, pull it tight to close the hole in the center.
Crafting A Crochet Basket Step By Step
Now that you’ve gotten a refresher on stitches, it’s time for you to make your crochet basket. Let’s dive in!
Crochet The Base
After determining the ideal size of your basket-to-be, it’s time to crochet the base.
Round 1
Create a magic ring and work single crochet stitches into the ring, keeping the circle loose. Then join the circle with a slip stitch. Pull it tight.
Round 2
For the second round, you’ll want to double the number of stitches, crocheting two stitches in each stitch.
Round 3
This time around, crochet a single crochet stitch followed by an increase stitch and repeat.
Round 4
As you can see by now, every time around, you’re increasing the amount of stitches. Crochet two single crochet stitches between each increase.
Round 5
Add another single crochet stitch, for three between each increase.
Round 6 And Beyond
For round six, crochet four single crochet stitches between each increase. For each additional round, keep adding a single crochet stitch until the base is your desired size.
Slip Stitch Into The Back Loops
Slip stitch into the back loops of your final round and work another round of single crochet stitches. This will help create the strong edge needed to start working your way up the sides of your crochet basket.
Crochet The Basket Sides
Now that your base is done, it’s time to start building up the sides to your desired height.
Crochet First Round In Back Loops
Start this first round by crocheting into the back loops.
Continue Single Crochet In Rounds
Now continue to single crochet in rounds until your basket is the height that you want.
Crochet The Basket Handles
If you’re going to carry your basket around, you may want to add some handles.
Determine Handle Placement
First, figure out where you want your handles to be and mark the area with stitch markers. As the handles should be evenly spaced, divide the number of stitches in a round by two to determine the exact placement.
Single Crochet
Continue with the single crochet stitch until you get to the place where the handle will start. Now you’re ready to crochet your handles.
Chain Stitch
Work eight chain stitches for your handle. Then skip eight stitches as this will be the handle’s opening.
Single Crochet
Continue single crocheting from the ninth stitch on. Keep working around until you reach the chain space on the next row.
Cover The Chain
Place your hook under the chain and work 13 single crochet stitches around it.
Single Crochet
Finish the remainder of the rounds to reach the desired basket height.
Spray Fabric Stiffener
If your basket is not as sturdy as you’d like, spray some fabric stiffener to make it firmer.
5 Crochet Basket Patterns To Try
1) Color Pop Crochet Baskets
Want to create something with a little extra wow factor? Add a pop of color to the inside of your basket!
Source: Yarnspirations
2) Nesting Baskets
It’s nice to have baskets in lots of different sizes. These nest inside one another so they don’t take up space when not in use.
Source: Knit and Crochet Ever After
3) Pet Bed
Why not craft your fur baby’s new snoozing spot?
Source: Bag-O-Day Crochet
4) Slouchy Hanging Baskets
These slouchy hanging baskets are great for holding produce in your pantry, stuffies in your child’s room, and much more.
Source: Leelee Knits
5) Easter Basket
Make the little ones in your home a special basket to collect all the colorful eggs on their Easter egg hunt.
Source: Desert Blossom Crafts
DIY Crochet Fun With GANXXET
Handmade crochet baskets are a practical and beautiful way to organize your things at home. You can use all different colors and stitches to make your basket just right for wherever you’re using it — your home office, living room, or bedroom.
When it comes to high-quality yarn to use on your crafts, look to GANXXET. Our Ribbon Cotton T-Shirt Yarn is a sturdy and beautiful choice for baskets, blankets, pillows, bags, and more, while our Combed Cotton Yarn works well for detailed projects like handbags and sweaters.
Whether your craft of choice is crochet, macrame, weaving, or knitting, GANXXET has the perfect yarns to bring your project to life.
