Turn a few cheerful autumn colors into a useful little basket. This open catchall starts with a flat single-crochet circle, then builds straight upward in tidy color blocks—warm pumpkin orange, golden yellow, and soft cream.

Project typeOpen catchall basket
Skill levelEasy
Finished sizeAbout 5.5 in (14 cm) wide × 5.25 in (13.5 cm) tall
Yarn#4 medium-weight cotton-blend yarn
Hook size5.0 mm (H-8)
ConstructionFlat circular base with upright single-crochet sides

About this pattern

The Candy Corn Catchall Basket is a small, practical container worked from the center of a flat circle upward. Twelve increase rounds grow the base to 72 stitches, a back-loop-only turning round makes a crisp corner, and simple joined single-crochet rounds create the upright basket. Three clean color blocks give the finished piece its candy-corn look without a lid, handles, stuffing, face, or extra embellishments.

US crochet terminology is used throughout. The basket is designed for dry, lightweight items and is not a toy.

Materials

  • #4 medium-weight cotton-blend yarn: approximately 100 yd (91 m) warm pumpkin orange, 45 yd (41 m) golden yellow, and 45 yd (41 m) soft cream
  • 5.0 mm (H-8) crochet hook
  • Tapestry needle, scissors, and a stitch marker

Finished size and gauge

The sample measures approximately 5.5 in (14 cm) wide × 5.25 in (13.5 cm) tall. Aim for about 14 single crochet stitches and 15 rounds per 4 in (10 cm), measured after light blocking. Gauge is flexible for a catchall; a firm fabric helps the basket stand upright.

Abbreviations

  • ch — chain
  • sc — single crochet
  • BLO — back loop only
  • sl st — slip stitch
  • st(s) — stitch(es)
  • inc — 2 sc in the same stitch

Pattern notes

  • Work in joined rounds. The ch 1 at the start of a round does not count as a stitch.
  • Join each round with a slip stitch to the first sc, then move the stitch marker to the new first stitch.
  • The 72-stitch count begins at Round 12 and stays constant through the sides.
  • Change color in the last slip stitch of the previous round: drop the old color before completing the slip stitch and pull the new color through the final loop.
  • Carry no unused colors inside the basket; cut and weave each color change for a neat interior.

Instructions

Flat circular base

With warm pumpkin orange yarn, make a magic ring. Alternatively, ch 2 and work Round 1 into the second chain.

  1. Round 1: Ch 1, work 6 sc in the ring — 6 sts. Join.
  2. Round 2: Ch 1, inc in each stitch around — 12 sts. Join.
  3. Round 3: Ch 1, sc in the next st, inc in the next st around — 18 sts. Join.
  4. Round 4: Ch 1, sc in the next 2 sts, inc in the next st around — 24 sts. Join.
  5. Round 5: Ch 1, sc in the next 3 sts, inc in the next st around — 30 sts. Join.
  6. Round 6: Ch 1, sc in the next 4 sts, inc in the next st around — 36 sts. Join.
  7. Round 7: Ch 1, sc in the next 5 sts, inc in the next st around — 42 sts. Join.
  8. Round 8: Ch 1, sc in the next 6 sts, inc in the next st around — 48 sts. Join.
  9. Round 9: Ch 1, sc in the next 7 sts, inc in the next st around — 54 sts. Join.
  10. Round 10: Ch 1, sc in the next 8 sts, inc in the next st around — 60 sts. Join.
  11. Round 11: Ch 1, sc in the next 9 sts, inc in the next st around — 66 sts. Join.
  12. Round 12: Ch 1, sc in the next 10 sts, inc in the next st around — 72 sts. Join.

Turning round and lower body

  1. Round 13 (turning round): Ch 1, sc in the BLO of every stitch around — 72 sts. Join. This round turns the fabric upward and creates the base-to-side corner.
  2. Rounds 14–25 (orange): Ch 1, sc in every stitch around — 72 sts. Join after each round. Change to golden yellow at the end of Round 25.

Golden-yellow middle band

  1. Rounds 26–31 (yellow): Ch 1, sc in every stitch around — 72 sts. Join after each round. Change to soft cream at the end of Round 31.

Soft-cream top section

  1. Rounds 32–37 (cream): Ch 1, sc in every stitch around — 72 sts. Join after each round.
  2. Round 38 (top edge): Ch 1, sc in every stitch around — 72 sts. Join with a slip stitch, fasten off, and weave in the end on the inside.

Construction guide for the candy corn catchall basket showing the circular base, turning round, color changes, finished edge, and basket in use

Assembly and finishing

Weave in all remaining ends, then gently shape the base into a circle and stand the sides upright. Lightly steam or wet-block the basket if needed, keeping the rim level. Let it dry completely before filling it with wrapped candy, stitch markers, hair ties, keys, or other small, dry household items.

Helpful tips and uses

  • Count 72 stitches at the end of every side round; losing a stitch makes the rim flare or narrow.
  • For a firmer basket, use a slightly smaller hook while keeping the same yarn and counts.
  • Use the orange section for autumn table decor, or change the three colors for a year-round desk organizer.
  • The open top makes this basket handy for candy, remote controls, craft clips, or a small entryway catchall.

This pattern is for personal use. You may sell finished baskets made from it, but please do not redistribute, resell, or repost the written pattern or photographs.

Helpful questions

Does this basket have a lid or handles?

No. It is intentionally open with a simple rolled-free rim, so small items are easy to see and reach.

Can I make a taller basket?

Yes. Add extra even rounds in the cream section before the final edging round. Keep the 72-stitch circumference for the same width.

How do I keep the base flat?

Check the stitch count after every increase round and lay the work flat. If the circle cups, your tension is tight; if it ripples, use a slightly smaller hook or reduce an increase.

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