About This Pattern
This basket set holds small things in order. A back panel ties two oval baskets together for a bathroom shelf. Each piece works in simple single crochet, round after round. The back panel measures about 10 inches wide and 26 inches long. One basket rises about 5 inches tall, the other about 4.5. Cotton yarn keeps its shape near steam and water. It needs an evening, a J hook, and patience for long rows.
In the basket
Abbreviations
- ch
- chain
- st
- stitch
- sts
- stitches
- sl st
- slip stitch
- sc
- single crochet
- inc
- increase
Charcoal gray bathroom storage basket crochet pattern
Foundation
- Round 1Sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (30 sts)
- Round 2Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across. (30 sts)Rows 3 through 90: Repeat Row 2. Your back panel should measure approximately 10 inches wide and 26 inches long. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for seaming later.*Quick tip: Count your stitches every 10 rows or so. It’s much easier to fix a mistake early than to discover it three inches later.*
Foundation
- Round 1Sc in second ch from hook and in next 22 ch. Work 3 sc in last ch (this is the end of the oval). Working along the opposite side of the foundation chain, sc in next 22 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. PM to mark beginning of round. (50 sts)
- Round 2Sc in next 23 sts, inc in next st, sc in next st, inc in next st, sc in next 23 sts, inc in next st, sc in next st. (53 sts)
- Round 3Sc in next 24 sts, inc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, inc in next st, sc in next 24 sts, inc in next st, sc in next st. (56 sts)
- Round 4Sc in each st around. (56 sts)
- Round 5through 18: Sc in each st around. (56 sts) At this point, your basket should measure approximately 5 inches tall. Sl st to next st to even out the edge. Fasten off, leaving a 24 inch tail for attaching to the back panel.
Foundation
- Round 1Sc in second ch from hook and in next 20 ch. Work 3 sc in last ch. Working along the opposite side of the foundation chain, sc in next 20 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. PM. (46 sts)
- Round 2Sc in next 21 sts, inc in next st, sc in next st, inc in next st, sc in next 21 sts, inc in next st, sc in next st. (49 sts)
- Round 3Sc in next 22 sts, inc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, inc in next st, sc in next 22 sts, inc in next st, sc in next st. (52 sts)
- Round 4Sc in each st around. (52 sts)
- Round 5through 16: Sc in each st around. (52 sts) Basket should measure approximately 4.5 inches tall. Sl st to next st. Fasten off with a 24 inch tail.
Foundation
- Round 1Sc in second ch from hook and in next 18 ch. Work 3 sc in last ch. Working along the opposite side of the foundation chain, sc in next 18 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. PM. (42 sts)
- Round 2Sc in next 19 sts, inc in next st, sc in next st, inc in next st, sc in next 19 sts, inc in next st, sc in next st. (45 sts)
- Round 3Sc in next 20 sts, inc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, inc in next st, sc in next 20 sts, inc in next st, sc in next st. (48 sts)
- Round 4Sc in each st around. (48 sts)
- Round 5through 14: Sc in each st around. (48 sts) Basket should measure approximately 4 inches tall. Sl st to next st. Fasten off with a 24 inch tail.
Foundation
- Round 1Sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (6 sts)
- Round 2through 16: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across. (6 sts) Fasten off, leaving a 12 inch tail. You’ll fold these in half and sew them to the top of the back panel.
Hook
6.0mm (US J/10) crochet hook Going down a hook size from the yarn label recommendation creates tighter stitches
Notions
Stitch marker (or scrap yarn)
Yarn needle for weaving ends One wooden or metal dowel rod, 12 inches long and approximately half inch diameter Scissors
Measuring tape
Gauge
Check your gauge before starting. If your stitches are too loose, the baskets will sag under weight. Go down a hook size if needed.
Finished Measurements
Total length from hanging loops to bottom: approximately 26 inches Width: approximately 10 inches Top basket depth: 5 inches
Middle basket depth: 4.5 inches Bottom basket depth: 4 inches
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Before the first stitch
- Wind enough yarn first. You need 350 to 400 yards of bulky cotton.
- Place a stitch marker at the start of each basket round.
- Read through the back panel rows once. Ninety rows go by fast once you settle in.
Minutes per piece
- Back panel about 2 hours because of the ninety-row length
- Oval basket rounds about 1 hour each because of the shaping in the first few rounds
Other yarns that work
- Acrylic blend, bulky weight Lighter basket with less structure. Go down a hook size to keep it standing firm.
- Cotton-linen blend, worsted weight Thinner fabric and more rows needed. Drape is softer than the chunky cotton cord.
Where it ends up
- Rolled towels on an open bathroom shelf.
- Small toiletries lined up beside a sink.
- Hair ties and clips kept on a dresser top.
Small notes
- A 6.0mm hook keeps stitches tight enough to hold their shape under weight.
- Mark the start of each basket round. It is easy to lose count in plain single crochet.
- Cotton yarn holds humidity well, which suits a basket near a sink or tub.
Little questions
Why does the back panel need ninety rows?
That length gives the panel its 26-inch measurement. It needs to be long enough to hold both baskets against a wall or shelf.
Can I make just one basket instead of two?
Yes, the back panel still works fine with a single basket attached. Just adjust where you plan to mount it.
What if my basket leans or sags?
Check your gauge before you start the next one. Loose stitches are the usual cause, so try going down a hook size.
Do I need a stitch marker for the oval base?
Yes, place one at the start of round one to track where each round begins. It saves confusion once you reach the plain rounds.
Original pattern: https://crochr.com/charcoal-gray-bathroom-storage-basket-free-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.
