Learn how to make a simple crochet basket with handles. This easy pattern is beginner-friendly and is quick to make with thick yarn and a large hook.
Table of contents
- About This Crochet Basket
- What Type Of Yarn To Use
- Crochet Stitches
- More Crochet Basket Patterns
- Skill Level
- What You Will Need
- Finished Size
- Gauge
- Stitches and Abbreviations Used - US Terms
- Pattern Notes
- Pattern Instructions
- Finishing
- Frequently Asked Questions
- More Free Crochet Patterns
- Easy Go-To Stitch Guide
- Stay Connected
- Learn To Crochet
- Comments
About This Crochet Basket
- This crochet basket is worked in one piece, with the basket handles crocheted into the basket in the last four rounds.
- It features a simple decorative crochet edge that is made with reverse single crochet stitches (which is very easy to do).
- This basket is a medium to large basket that can double up as a small tote bag.
- Make it in any color you like to suit your decor.
- This basket is small enough to use for storage on a shelf and large enough for it to look great sitting on the floor next to a table or desk.
What Type Of Yarn To Use
I used two strands of #4 medium (worsted, Afgan, Aran, 10ply) acrylic yarn for this crochet basket pattern.
The double thickness of the yarn makes it sturdy, and the sides hold up without extra support for a large crochet basket of this size.
You could also use other yarn weights like super bulky yarn, or Bernat blanket yarn.
However, if you use other yarn weights you will have to adjust the hook size by going down a size or two than what is recommended on the yarn label.
This is because when making a crocheted basket you want the stitches to be nice and tight so that the basket sides with stand firm without other support.
And if you do use a different yarn weight and hook size your basket could be larger or smaller depending on the weights you use.
Crochet Stitches
You will need to know how to make a chain stitch, single crochet (sc), and slip stitch to make this crochet basket with a handle pattern.
Front Loops (FLO) And Back Loops (BLO)
In this pattern, you will need to know the difference between the front or back loops of stitches. If you are not sure what this means, check out our blog post understanding front and back loops in crochet. It explains everything in a super easy way.
Reverse Single Crochet (RSC)
In this pattern, you will be using a technique called 'reverse single crochet,' it adds a lovely decorative edge to your items.
If you are not familiar with it, no worries! Head over to our post on how to make a reverse single crochet to get the hang of it.
It is simple and adds a fun twist to your crochet projects!
More Crochet Basket Patterns
If you like this basket pattern, you might also like these simple round double crochet basket with coasters, this small crochet basket pattern with handles, or these crochet basket patterns.
Skill Level
Beginner
What You Will Need
Yarn
#4 medium (worsted, Afgan, Aran, 10 ply) 100% acrylic yarn, or similar
- This pattern is worked with two stands of yarn worsted yarn.
- You will need two lots of yarn, each being 196.5 yards (180 meters) long in any color.
The overall total of yarn needed to make this basket is about 393 yards (360 meters).
Crochet Hook
- 8mm hook
Notions
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Finished Size
This crochet basket with handles is about 8.5 inches (22 cm) in diameter and about 9 inches (23cm) high.
Gauge
10 single crochet stitches and 13 rows = 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10cm) square using a 8 mm hook.
Check your gauge: Use any hook size to obtain the correct gauge.
Stitches and Abbreviations Used - US Terms
- MR - magic ring
- ch - chain stitch
- sc - single crochet
- sl st - slip stitch
- sk - skip
- st/sts - stitch/stitches
- rpt - repeat
- FLO - front of loop
- BLO - back of loop
- RSC - reverse single crochet
Pattern Notes
- This crochet basket is crocheted in a spiral, so do not join rounds.
- Use a stitch marker to make the first stitch of each round as you go.
- This basket is worked using two strands of #4 worsted weight yarn.
Pattern Instructions
Round One
Round 1 - Make 6 single crochets in a magic ring. [6 single crochets in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 1 - 6sc in MR. [6sc]
Round Two
Round 2 - Make 2 single crochets into each stitch around. [The stitch count for this round is 12 single crochets.]
Abbreviated version
Round 2 - 2sc in each st around. [12sc]
Round Three
Round 3 - (Make 2 single crochets in the next stitch, then 1 single crochet in the next), repeat the instructions in the brackets 6 times. [18 single crochet stitches in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 3 - (2sc in next st, sc in next), rpt 6 times. [18sc]
Round Four
Round 4 - (Make 2 single crochets in the next stitch, then 1 single crochet in each of the next 2 stitches), repeat the instructions in the brackets 6 times. [24 single crochet stitches in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 4 - (2sc in next st, sc each of the next 2-sts), rpt 6 times. [24sc]
Round Five
Round 5 - (Make 2 single crochets in the next stitch, then 1 single crochet in each of the next 3 stitches), repeat the instructions in the brackets 6 times. [30 single crochet stitches in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 5 - (2sc in next st, sc each of the next 3-sts), rpt 6 times. [30sc]
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Rounds Thirteen and Fourteen
Round 13 - Slip stitch into the front loop (FLO) of each stitch of round 12. [72 stitches in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 13 - Sl st in FLO of each st of round 12. [72sts]
Round 14 - Make one single crochet in the back loop (BLO) of each stitch of round 12. [72 single crochet stitches in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 14 - Sc in BLO of each st of round 12. [72sc]
Round Fifteen - Thirty Three
Rounds 15 - 33 - Make a single crochet into each stitch around. [72 single crochet in each round]
Abbreviated version
Rounds 15-33 - 1sc in each st around. [72sc]
Round Thirty Four
Round 34 - 1 single crochet in each stitch around, slip stitch into the next stitch. [72 single crochet]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 34 - 1sc in each st, sl st into next st. [72sc]
Round Thirty Five
Shaping the Handles
Round 35 - Make a single crochet into each of the next 12 stitches, then chain 12, skip 12 stitches, then make 1 single crochet into each of the next 24 stitches, chain 12, skip 12 stitches, then single crochet into the next 12 stitches. [72 stitches in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 35 - Sc in the next 12-sts, then ch12, sk 12-sts, sc in the next 24-st, ch12, sk 12-sts, sc in next 12-sts. [72st]
Round Thirty Six
Round 36 - Single crochet into the next 12 stitches, then make 1 single crochet in each of the 12 chain stitches, then single crochet in the next 24 stitches, make a single crochet into each of the next 12 chain stitches, then make 1 single crochet stitch into the next 12 stitches.
Abbreviated version
Round 36 - sc in next 12-st, then make sc in each of the 12ch-sts, sc in next 24st, then sc in each of the 12ch-sts, sc in next 12-sts. [72st]
Round Thirty Seven
Round 37 - Make a single crochet into each stitch around, then slip stitch into the next stitch. [72 stitches in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 37 - Sc in each st around, sl st into next st. [72st]
Round Thirty Eight
Round 38 - Reverse single crochet (RSC) in each stitch around, cut yarn, and fasten off. [72 stitches in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Round 38 - RSC in each st around, cut yarn, and fasten off. [72st]
Finishing
Pull the starting yarn tail tight to close the magic circle, then use a yarn needle to weave in the loose ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are two ways to put handles onto a crochet basket. One way is to work the handles into the basket as you crochet, like in this pattern. The other way is to crochet the handles separately and sew them into place.
The best crochet stitch for a basket is a short stitch like a single crochet or half double crochet because these are short stitches that crochet into firm and tight fabric which is ideal for baskets.
Easy Go-To Stitch Guide
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Learn To Crochet
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- How to crochet for beginners
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- How to read a yarn label
- How to hold yarn when crocheting
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June Gardner says
I love the handled basket. Thank you a million times over for how easy you made the pattern...I have wanted to make a basket forever but could never figure out the patterns...then I found your site ..My basket is looking perfect.
From June Gardner
Sonoma, Calif
Harriet says
I'm so happy to hear that you loved the handled basket! It truly means a lot to know that the pattern was easy to follow—that's exactly what I set out to do with the site. I wanted to make these kinds of projects more approachable for everyone, so it's wonderful to hear it's helping makers like you. I’d love to see how your basket turned out if you feel like sharing!
Marlene says
Could I make this basket using t-shirt yarn or Bernat maker? This will be my first basket. Looking to make for Christmas gifts.
Do you have a set of 3 nesting baskets?
Thanks much!
Marlene
Harriet says
I've never used t-shirt yarn but I think is should work. Currently I don't have a set of 3 nesting baskets on my site.
Cristina says
Is this a mistake?
"Round Fifteen - Thirty Four
Rounds 15 - 34 - Make a single crochet into each stitch of round 14. After working the last round (27) slip stitch into the next stitch. [You should still have 72 stitches in this round.]"
Should it not be last round 34? Am I missing something? I am a beginner...
Harriet says
Cristina, Thanks for bring the error to my attention. It has be corrected.