by Mini crochet baskets are cute, functional, and incredibly easy to make. Whether you want to organize small items like jewelry, desk supplies, or create charming gift packaging, a mini crochet basket is the perfect handmade solution. This tutorial will guide you step-by-step through making your own small basket, even if you’re just starting out with crochet.
🧶 Materials You’ll Need
- Yarn: Medium (worsted) or bulky weight yarn. Cotton yarn is ideal for structure.
- Crochet hook:
- 5.0 mm (H-8) for worsted weight
- 6.5 mm (K-10.5) for bulky yarn
- Scissors
- Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
- Stitch marker (optional, to mark rounds)
🧵 Stitches & Abbreviations Used
All instructions are written in US terms.
- MR: Magic Ring
- ch: Chain
- sl st: Slip Stitch
- sc: Single Crochet
- inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- BLO: Back Loops Only
🪡 Step-by-Step Instructions
🌀 Step 1: Crochet the Base
This will form the circular bottom of your mini basket.
- Start with a Magic Ring (MR)
- Round 1: 6 sc in MR. Pull tight, place stitch marker. (6)
- Round 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12)
- Round 3: (1 sc, inc) around. (18)
- Round 4: (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
📝 You can stop increasing here for a mini basket around 3 inches wide. For a larger base, continue increasing (3 sc, inc), etc.
⬆️ Step 2: Build the Sides
- Round 5: Working in Back Loops Only (BLO), sc around. (24)
- This creates a sharp turn for the sides.
- Round 6–10: Sc in each stitch around. (24)
- Adjust the number of rounds depending on how tall you want the basket.
🧷 Optional Step: Add Handles
To make small side handles:
- Round 11:
- Sc in next 5 sts,
- Ch 4 (skip 4 sts),
- Sc in next 8 sts,
- Ch 4 (skip 4 sts),
- Sc in remaining 3 sts. (24)
- Round 12:
- Sc in each st and 4 sc into each handle chain loop. (24)
- Fasten off and weave in ends.
🧼 Finishing Touches
- Block the basket for shape: dampen slightly, stuff with cloth to desired shape, let dry overnight.
- Add a label, small appliqué, or contrast trim around the rim for a personal touch.
📏 Size Customization Tips
- Wider base: Add more increase rounds.
- Taller sides: Add more straight rounds.
- Stiffer basket: Use tighter stitches (smaller hook), or hold two yarn strands together.
🧺 How to Use Your Mini Crochet Basket
- Desk organizer for paper clips or sticky notes
- Jewelry holder for rings and earrings
- Gift basket for small items like lip balm or tea bags
- Easter or holiday decoration with themed colors
Video tutorial:
🧶 Final Thoughts
Mini crochet baskets are the ideal beginner project. They work up quickly, use minimal materials, and can be endlessly customized. Once you make one, you’ll want to make more — in different colors, sizes, and styles!
This project is also a great stash-buster, perfect for using leftover yarn in creative ways.
