Crochet Stash Baskets

These handy baskets from Lily Sugar n' Cream can be used to store any number of household items. Great for the kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, and even the utility closet, these cute crochet baskets are easy to make and great for helping you keep your life organized. These crocheted baskets would also be an adorable way to present baked goods as a gift. Start now to have a bunch ready for the holiday season.

One of the best things about using crochet projects to decorate is that they add a texture touch while still creating space for clutter. Skip the boring plastic and wood boxes and create something that has just a touch of personality with these cute little containers.

Easy

Crochet HookE/4 or 3.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet Gauge18 sc and 20 rows = 4" [10 cm].

Finished SizeSmall: Approx 5 x 5 x 6" [12.5 x 12.5 x 15 cm], with top unfolded. // Medium: Approx 5 x 10 x 6" [12.5 x 25.5 x 15 cm], with top unfolded.

Materials List

2 balls Lily® Sugar’n Cream yarn (70.9 g / 2.5 oz) in White (for small basket)
2 balls Lily® Sugar’n Cream yarn (70.9 g / 2.5 oz) in Emerald (for small basket)
3 balls Lily® Sugar’n Cream yarn (70.9 g / 2.5 oz) in Red (for medium basket)
Size 3.5 mm (U.S. E or 4) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
Fabric stiffener (optional)

Instructions:

Note: The instructions are written for small basket. If changes are necessary for medium basket the instructions will be written thus ( ). When only one number is given, it applies to both sizes. For ease in working, circle all numbers pertaining to your size.

Sides

Ch 28.
1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of ch. Turn. 27 sc.
2nd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.
Rep last row until work from beg measures 5" [12.5 cm], ending with a WS row.

Small Basket Only

**Next row: (RS). (Fold line). Ch 1. Working through back loops only, 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.
Next row: Ch 1. Working through both loops, 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.
Rep last row until work from beg measures 5" [12.5 cm], ending with a WS row.**
Rep from ** to ** twice more.

Medium Basket Only

Next row: (RS). (Fold line). Ch 1. Working through back loops only, 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.
***Next row: Ch 1. Working through both loops, 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.
Rep last row until work from last fold line measures 10" [25.5 cm], ending with a WS row.***
Next row: (RS). (Fold line). Ch 1. Working through back loops only, 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.
Next row: Ch 1. Working through both loops, 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.
Rep last row until work from last fold line measures 5" [12.5 cm], ending with a WS row.
Rep from *** to *** once more.

Both Baskets

Next row: (RS). (Joining row). Place foundation ch behind last row with WS of work tog.
Ch 1. Working through both thicknesses, 1 sc in each sc across
Fasten off.

Base

Ch 23 (46).
1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of ch. Turn. 22 (45) sc.
2nd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.
Rep last row until work from beg measures 5" [12.5 cm], ending with a WS row. Do not fasten off.

Join Base to Sides:

Place lower edge of Sides behind Base with WS of work tog, aligning corners of Base with fold lines and joining row of Sides.
Next rnd: (RS). Ch 1. Working through both thicknesses, work 1 rnd of sc around all 4 sides of Base. Join with sl st in first sc.
Fasten off.

FINISHING

Fold top edge to RS as shown in picture.
Optional: Apply fabric stiffener to Baskets following manufacturer’s directions.

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princess6860504

May 30, 2018

Indeed, this is a little strange. I have looked everywhere for the large basket pattern. I can't find it, nor can I see an external link to access it. Is there anyone here on this site who can correct that for us? It seems there would be a few people who might want access to that, including me. These baskets look great in the red, white, and green to display for the Christmas holidays, and red/white/blue for the entire summer!

elocin1104 2800379

May 21, 2018

I love these baskets! I have so much cotton yarn, it would be a great idea to make some of these to use around my house, or give to others as a house warming gift. I am sure anyone you give one of these baskets to will love it as much as you do.

Hannah

Aug 30, 2017

Adorable stash baskets! I could ask my mom to make these for Christmas. These baskets will also look perfect if multicolored or patterned.

flowergirl

Apr 30, 2017

I need one of these crotchet boxes for organization. Most of my projects take long to finish and often I get yarn intertwined. Thanks for the pattern.

irish52girl 047476 5

Feb 24, 2017

Thank you for your response. I understand how to read the pattern, however this is not my issue. If you read the pattern, under Materials there are three different sizes indicated (small - white, medium - emerald, large - red) but there are only sizes and instructions given for small and medium. What I'm looking for is size and instruction for the large basket. Or is there an error in the pattern and there is no large size? Thank you

irish52girl 047476 5

Feb 23, 2017

Could someone please provide the instructions for the large basket? Or am I missing something?

Editor Dana

Feb 23, 2017

Hi there!! The original pattern has this note, and I'm going to update the instructions above to include it as well: "The instructions are written for smaller size. If changes are necessary for larger size the instructions will be written thus ( ). When only one number is given, it applies to both sizes. For ease in working, circle all numbers pertaining to your size." I hope that helps! -Dana from FaveCrafts

irish52girl 047476 5

Feb 24, 2017

Editor Dana

Feb 24, 2017

Hi there! I'd recommend contacting Yarnspirations directly about this pattern by visiting http://www.yarnspirations.com/contacts/ I found a similar pattern from Yarnspirations that can be found at this URL: http://www.yarnspirations.com/patterns/2-strand-basket.html Good luck! -Dana from FaveCrafts

lcarr

Dec 31, 2016

I have crocheted baskets all over the place. I use them for my yarn projects, holding supplies, you name it. The stiffening agent is a must, or the walls of the basket are too soft and will not keep shape. You could also insert a wire or plastic frame. Another option is to add short dowels to each corner (standing upright). I have tried all of the above. My preference is adding dowels.

princess6860504

Dec 12, 2016

These stash baskets are going to be used all over my house... to store more yarn! I don't come across a lot of patterns using the Sugar 'N Cream yarn which show patterns that look contemporary and modern. I would like these baskets in a cream, light gray, and a black.

lpalmer59 7490208

Mar 07, 2016

These little baskets are going to look so cute on my counters. I love the idea of keeping things organized and not going out and buying one more item that will just be stored in the cupboard because it doesnt work for what I bought it to do. I can crochet them for whatever color I want them in for the room I am going to use them in, perfect.

amandarae90 000246 4

Dec 03, 2014

Has anyone successfully completed this project? I am at the base and it says chain 23 which would leave you with 22 stitches, well I followed it, have not attached it to sides because it does not match up with the sides, for the small basket (which I am doing) each side is 5 inches, and 22 stitches is much longer then 5 inches so it results in there being two sides at 5 inches and two sides more then 5 inches, I think I may restart the base and do my stitches as long as 5 inches. The rest of the pattern is pretty straight forward. Am I maybe missing something as to why there are two different sized sides for the base?

twodogs0 3930309

Apr 26, 2014

what are the instructions for the large basket? I love this idea and want to do them. I agree this instructions are not all that clear. I understand the ch 46 (23) parentheses but I see nothing in these directions for the large basket. Any help out there? Thanks! Twodogs

catmomma

Dec 27, 2013

Typically, when instructions are written that way, it indicates a change in size. Therefore, you would chain 23 for the smaller one, or 46 for the larger one.

naiezan 6209407

Nov 29, 2013

Hello... very interesting.. can I have the detailed step by step instructions to do this boxes. I'm a beginner in this craft hobby.

beginner 28

Jun 26, 2013

Do I fasten off for the first side of the small basket? These are really not clear instructiobs

beginner 28

Jun 25, 2013

What does it mean when it says Chain 23(46)

catmomma

Dec 27, 2013

beginner 28: 23 (46) means that if you are doing the smaller item, you would chain 23. If you want a larger item, you would chain the number in the parentheses

beginner 28

Jun 25, 2013

I like the idea and I'm going to try it... however what is fabric stiffener and where. Can I get it or how can I make it from home

catmomma

Dec 27, 2013

Beginner 28- fabric stiffener is usually found in the glue aisle of most craft stores. Aileen's make a good one. What it is, is a starch-like, glue like substance, that when you apply it to your item, and let dry, it stiffens it. In this application, it would make the boxes not fold into themselves. You could probably go to Pinterest or google to find a home made recipe

clmeyer 3687854

Apr 29, 2013

What stitch should I use to joint the base to the sides? None is specified and am unsure of how to join this together. Thanks, can't wait to finish this.

thinkjesus1st

Apr 13, 2013

Just a tip I have to pass along. When using the fabric stiffener, put it in a ziploc baggie with your crochet and just knead it. A lot less messy (than the way I did it)

BeckySue

Mar 05, 2016

That's a great idea for containing the mess! I've seen crochet baskets that stay up on their own without stiffener due to the design, yarn, and type of stitch. I wonder if the fabric stiffener gets gooey if the basket gets wet? You probably can't wash the basket with fabric stiffener, right?

thinkjesus1st

Apr 13, 2013

These are very confusing directions. Basically what you are doing is making one long rectangle (all sc) which includes the length of the sides together. If you notice which way the stitches go (the length of the chain is actually your height.) The reason that the different rows are listed is to make the fold (back loop) for one row. But it still is all sc. Hope this helps.

wildernesstravelle r 2686851

Apr 02, 2013

Dumb question, but what does RS and WS mean?

BHerb

Apr 02, 2013

Hi wildernesstraveller! Thank you for asking. That is not a dumb question at all. RS = right side and WS = wrong side. This is referring to the right and wrong sides of the crochet. It may help to place a marker on what is considered the right side.

louannmcgee 051919 58

Mar 27, 2013

LOVE the idea , I'm going to try this right now . ( 3-27-2013 ) Lou-Ann mcGee from Milton , WV.

micmarlis 6649163

Feb 09, 2013

Instructions for large basket?

beckjoanne 8681833

Aug 30, 2011

Love the baskets. They will make great Bingo gifts for my family reunion.

cjethani

Sep 22, 2010

HI... It is really confusing....atleast for bignners... PLease help with the elaborated pattern ....plz....nedd to make this asap..... Thanks

Gemini25

Mar 17, 2010

You have to look at the details of the patter. When it says rep from to twice more you have to go back to the top of the pattern and find where the are and start again from there. It's easier to write a pattern like that instead of repeating the same thing over and over. It's the same way with the medium basket as well. Good luck I know you can do it, and I hope this helps.

Sparkylady

Jan 23, 2010

To those finding these instructions confusing. Suggest you learn this way of stating patterns because of the 500 patterns I have accumulated, this is pretty standard, barbann has it right. Okay, I'm not that experienced but what I think it says is repeat everything between the "Next row (RS)" which means Right Side vs. (WS) which is Wrong Side to the next which ends "with a WS row". Do this a total of 3 times, "twice more" (Oringinal plus 2 more times.) In patterns there may (star) to (star) and even a subset of (2 stars) to (2 stars) or some other symbol be sure you are repeating the correct portion of the instructions and repeating the correct number of times. There's nothing like making a sweater with 3 arm holes or something similar to figure this stuff out.

barbann

Jan 14, 2010

Jan 14, 2010 To cookie000 and Syl In small basket only It starts withbefore starting the instructions and at the end of next row It has two more 's The instruction Rep from to twice more means to repeat what you did between the beginning (Next row) and the end (ending with a WS wrong side row.) twice more. Hope this helps. Barbara

The Editor of Fave Craftscom and AllF reeCrochetcom

Jan 06, 2010

Hi, This project came to us from Lily Yarn. Please feel free to contact them at httpwww.bernat.comcontact.php for any inquiries. Thanks! -The FaveCrafts Team

Syl

Jan 06, 2010

It appears something was left out in the instructions. Usually it will say "repeat from " or something similar to tell us where to repeat from. Perhaps this can be clarified?

cookie000

Jan 04, 2010

I'm new to crocheting, so I'm confused with the instructions where it says "rep from to twice more" (under the small basket only). can anyone help explain this to me? thank you.