About This Pattern
This basket is a big one. It sits by the door or under a shelf. I think of it for blankets, toys, or stray mail. It needs an evening with the television on, and a steady hand for the increase rounds. The super bulky yarn moves fast once the base is set. By round eight, you have a sturdy shell, ready for whatever needs a home.
In the basket
Abbreviations
- ch
- chain
- st
- stitch
- sts
- stitches
- sc
- single crochet
- dc
- double crochet
Big storage basket crochet pattern with handle
Main Pattern
- Round 1Ch4. join with a slip stitch to beg ch to form a ring, ch2 (counts as 1dc), work 19dc in ring, join with a slip stitch to beg dc (20dc)
- Round 2Ch2 (counts as 1dc from here and throughout unless otherwise stated) 2dc in first st * 1dc in next st, 2dc in next st * Repeat around, join with a slip stitch to beg dc (30dc)
- Round 3Ch2, 2dc in first st * 1dc in next 2sts, 2dc in next st * Repeat around, join with a slip stitch to beg dc (40dc)
- Rounds 4–7Ch2, 1dc in each st around, join with a slip stitch to beg dc (40dc)
- Round 8Ch1 (does not count as a stitch from here and throughout) 1sc in each st around, join with a slip stitch to beg sc (40sc)
- Round 9Ch1, 1sc in first 2sts, ch12, skip 4sts (handle space made) 1sc in remaining sts, join with a slip stitch to beg sc
- Round 10Ch1, 1sc in first 2sts, work 12sc in handle space, 1sc in remaining sts, join with a slip stitch to beg sc (48sc)
- Round 11Ch1, Tightly slip stitch in each st around, join with a slip stitch to the beginning slip stitch (48sts)Fasten off and weave in ends.
Before the first stitch
- Check your yardage. One skein at 106 yards should cover the full 8 rounds, but weigh it if you have scraps to add.
- Read round one twice before you start. The ring and 20dc base sets every round after it.
- Place a stitch marker at the join. Super bulky stitches blur together, and you will lose the seam without one.
Minutes per piece
- Base and increase rounds (R1-R3) about 30 to 45 minutes, because each round increases and needs a stitch count check
- Body, rim, and finishing (R4-R8) about 1.5 to 2 hours, because five rounds of 40 stitches take longer in super bulky yarn
Other yarns that work
- wool, super bulky weight gives more structure and holds its shape better, though it needs a bigger hook, around 10mm, for the same gauge
- cotton blend, bulky weight makes a smaller, denser basket with less drape, so you may need an extra skein to reach the same 19 inch size
Where it ends up
- A floor basket for throw blankets, paired with a reading chair nearby.
- A bathroom holder for towels, set next to the tub.
- A toy bin for the living room, paired with a low shelf for easy reach.
Small notes
- A 9mm hook feels big at first. Keep your tension loose, or the rounds will cup instead of flattening.
- Mark the join every round. With super bulky yarn, the slip stitch join can hide inside the stitch next to it.
- Weave in ends as you go. One thick tail at 106 yards leaves little room to redo a loose spot later.
- Finished size is approximately 19 inch Diameter x 8 inch Height, not including the handle. Gauge is not specified for this pattern.
Little questions
Why is my basket smaller than 19 inches?
Super bulky yarn varies a lot between brands. Check your 20dc count after round one, and adjust your hook size if it runs tight.
Do I need stitch markers for every round?
Not every round, but the increase rounds help the most. Rounds two and three change stitch count fast, so a marker keeps you honest.
Can I skip the handle and still use this pattern?
Yes, the main pattern forms the basket body on its own. The handle is separate from the 8 base rounds.
How much yarn should I have left after round eight?
106 yards, you should have a small amount left for seaming or a handle. If you are short, weigh your remaining skein before the last round.
Original pattern: https://crocht.com/storage-handler-crochet-pattern/
About the Author
Tamsin Okoro Who writes the patterns at Yarn Gallery, how a pattern gets from the hook to the page, and what this site will never do.
