Create a beautiful and sturdy crochet basket with the Montero Crochet Basket Pattern! This beginner-friendly crochet pattern works up in approximately three hours using jumbo yarn and simple stitches to create a modern textured basket with integrated handles. Perfect for organizing your yarn, toys, towels, bathroom essentials, or creating a thoughtful handmade gift, this basket is both practical and stylish.

SKILL LEVEL

Easy

If you’re comfortable with basic crochet stitches and counting your stitches, you’ll have no trouble making this basket.

CROCHET STITCHES AND SKILLS YOU NEED
Chain
Single Crochet (sc)
Half Double Crochet (hdc)
Slip Stitch (sl st)
Working in continuous rounds
Joining and turning rounds
Basic increasing

MATERIALS NEEDED
Bernat Maker Big Jumbo Yarn (#7) (or similar jumbo yarn substitute)
15 mm Crochet Hook
Tapestry Needle
Stitch Markers
Scissors
Measuring Tape
FINISHED DIMENSIONS

One size included. 18 x 18 inches flat 13 x 13 inches in use

The finished size can easily be customized by adding or reducing increase rounds in the base. The pattern also includes notes for using different yarns or multiple strands held together, allowing you to create baskets in various sizes.

PATTERN HIGHLIGHTS

Quick Crochet Project: Make this sturdy basket in approximately three hours, making it perfect for weekend crafting or last-minute gifts.

Beautiful Textured Design: Alternating rounds of single crochet, half double crochet, and slip stitches create a woven texture that looks much more complicated than it really is.

Integrated Handles: The handles are crocheted directly into the basket, creating a clean, professional finish without any extra sewing.

Beginner Friendly: Uses only three basic stitches with easy-to-follow written instructions.

Customizable Size: Easily make larger or smaller baskets by adjusting the base increase rounds.

Great Stash Buster: Designed for jumbo yarn but also works beautifully with multiple strands of lighter-weight yarn held together.

Perfect Home Storage: Ideal for organizing yarn, toys, bathroom essentials, kitchen towels, nursery items, and more.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
Instant Download PDF Pattern
Detailed Written Instructions
Materials List
Stitch Abbreviations
Pattern Notes
Size Customization Instructions
Yarn Substitution Suggestions
Integrated Handle Instructions

Create a beautiful handmade basket that you’ll use every day! Whether you’re organizing your craft room, decorating your home, or making a thoughtful handmade gift, the Montero Crochet Basket is a project you’ll reach for again and again.