This chunky crochet hanging basket starts with a firm circular double-crochet base and grows into a useful teardrop-shaped pocket. A back-loop-only transition, textured post-stitch rounds, and a built-in loop give it structure for holding yarn, toys, towels, or small supplies.

Project typeWall storage basket
Skill levelIntermediate
Finished sizeAbout 10 in wide × 12 in tall, plus loop
Main techniqueCircular dc, BLO transition, and post-stitch texture

About this pattern

This hanging basket is worked from the bottom up. A circular double-crochet base establishes 40 stitches, then a back-loop-only round creates a crisp turn into the sides. The body grows to 60 stitches before paired skipped-stitch rounds shape the upper opening. A short contrasting band and a crocheted loop finish the basket without separate hardware.

The instructions use US terminology and are an original HookElla interpretation of the supplied reference. The pattern has not been physically tested, so check the basket against the finished measurements and your wall hardware as you work.

Materials

  • Super-bulky (category 6) yarn: about 120–150 yd (110–137 m) ivory or cream
  • Small amount of camel-tan yarn for the upper band and loop
  • 11.5 mm crochet hook (or size that produces a firm fabric)
  • Tapestry needle, scissors, and stitch marker
  • A strong wall peg or hook suitable for the filled basket

Finished size and gauge

The basket is approximately 10 inches (25.5 cm) wide and 12 inches (30.5 cm) tall from base to opening, plus a 2–3 inch (5–7.5 cm) hanging loop. Gauge is flexible; aim for dense stitches with no large gaps and use the finished measurements as your guide.

Abbreviations

  • ch — chain
  • dc — double crochet
  • dc2tog — double crochet two together
  • FPdc — front-post double crochet
  • hdc — half double crochet
  • sc — single crochet
  • sl st — slip stitch
  • st(s) — stitch(es)

Pattern notes

  • Join each round with a sl st to the first stitch unless noted.
  • Ch 2 at the start of a round does not count as a stitch; ch 3 counts as the first dc only where stated.
  • Use a stitch marker in the first stitch to keep round counts clear.
  • The color change is made after completing the final stitch of the round; join the new color with a sl st.

Instructions

Circular base

With ivory yarn, make a magic ring.

  1. Round 1: Ch 2, work 10 dc into the ring, join — 10 dc.
  2. Round 2: Ch 2, work 2 dc in each stitch around, join — 20 dc.
  3. Round 3: Ch 2, *dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around, join — 30 dc.
  4. Round 4: Ch 2, *dc in the next 2 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around, join — 40 dc.

Turn up the sides

  1. Round 5: Ch 2, dc in the back loop only of each stitch around, join — 40 dc BLO.
  2. Rounds 6–9: Ch 2, dc in each stitch around, join — 40 dc each round.

Build the wider body

  1. Round 10: Ch 2, *dc in the next 3 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around, join — 50 dc.
  2. Round 11: Ch 2, *dc in the next 4 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around, join — 60 dc.
  3. Rounds 12–15: Ch 2, dc in each stitch around, join — 60 dc each round. For subtle texture, replace every sixth dc with an FPdc, keeping the total at 60 stitches.

Shape the opening

  1. Round 16: Change to camel-tan. Ch 2, *dc in the next 9 stitches, skip the next stitch; repeat from * around, join — 54 stitches.
  2. Round 17: Ch 2, *dc in the next 8 stitches, skip the next stitch; repeat from * around, join — 48 stitches.
  3. Round 18: Ch 2, dc in each stitch around, join — 48 dc. Fasten off, leaving a sewing tail.

The skipped stitches create a gently narrowed, open top. If your fabric pulls, work one additional plain round before fastening off.

Construction guide for the chunky crochet hanging basket showing the round base, textured sides, shaped opening, color changes, and loop

Reinforce the rim and make the hanging loop

Join camel-tan yarn at the center back of the rim. Work sc in each stitch around, join with a sl st, and do not fasten off. Ch 18 for the loop, then sc back along the chain (17 sc). Sl st into the next two rim stitches to anchor the loop, turn, and sc back across the 17 loop stitches once more. Sl st into the rim and fasten off. Sew the loop base securely with the tail, working through several stitches so it can carry the empty basket safely.

Finishing and care

Weave in every end on the inside. Gently shape the basket with your hands and hang it from a load-rated peg or hook. Spot-clean or hand-wash according to the yarn label, then reshape and dry flat. Keep heavy or sharp objects out of a wall-hung crochet basket.

Helpful tips

  • Count after every increase round: the base progresses 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, then 60 stitches.
  • The BLO round is the turning point; work into the back loops carefully so the side wall stands upright.
  • Keep skipped stitches aligned in Rounds 16 and 17 for an even teardrop opening.
  • For extra strength, sew a second pass around the loop attachment before hanging the basket.

Helpful questions

Can I make the basket smaller?

Stop the base at 40 stitches and work fewer even body rounds. Keep the opening and loop centered on the smaller basket.

Is a very large hook necessary?

The 11.5 mm hook suits super-bulky yarn and creates the flexible fabric shown. Use the hook size that gives you a firm, even fabric with your yarn.

What can I store in this basket?

Use it for yarn, toys, towels, accessories, or lightweight craft supplies. Do not overload a wall peg; use hardware rated for the finished weight.

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