No matter what curves life throws you, it is always good to have an adequate amount of yarn supplies, with adequate meaning anywhere from a few skeins to “I can’t get into my basement”. Even if it is irrational to some, we all need to store yarn. Each ball of yarn, similar to toys and kids, is necessary and we welcome it with delight. Below you will find crochet baskets that not only allow you to organize your stash but also will use up some of said stash and give you an excuse a next yarn shopping!
Ombre Basket Free Crochet Pattern

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Chunky Basket Free Crochet Pattern
This is the perfect basket to keep your yarns and hooks in. This bulky-stitched container is sturdy and robust, it surely has some stiffness in the walls that lets it stay upright. It is usually made with thicker yarn, but you can make it work with thinner yarns as well by using multiple strands at a time and strongly tightened stitches. Obviously, the stiffer the yarn, the better! The link to the free pattern is under the photo.
Skills: beginner    Designer: Crochet in Color
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Great home accessories are those, which are useful and look fantastic. There is no such thing as too much storage! So, if you want to refresh your studio, living room or bathroom, go for crochet baskets. They are easy to make, even for beginners, and you can keep whatever you like inside – your stash, clutter or toiletries. Choose thick cotton yarn or rope to make a sturdy structure. You can even use wooden bottom for extra-heavy loads! Links to free patterns are under the pictures.
Jenna Stash Basket Free Crochet Pattern
This cute rectangular basket has sturdy wooden bottom. You can easily buy it in the craft store! It works perfect with cotton yarn, which you can transform into lovely accessory for your home.
Go to the pattern: Jenna Stash Basket
Stash Basket Free Crochet Pattern
Simple basket like this one will be a great weekend project. It’s slouchy, which means that it will collapse a bit when not full, but that’s its beauty. Go for color blocking here!
Go to the pattern: Stash Basket
Coil & Crochet Rainbow Basket Free Pattern
Crocheting around the coil is a great way to make sturdy accessories fuss-free! Working with thick yarns can be hard sometimes, so go for this technique if you have weak hands.