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Colorful Hanging Baskets Crochet Pattern

Colorful Hanging Baskets Crochet Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Colorful Hanging Baskets Crochet Pattern

This pattern shows you how to crochet a set of three hanging baskets that nest inside one another and hang together. It includes full round-by-round instructions for the large (25 cm), middle (20 cm) and small (15 cm) baskets, plus how to attach metal rings and assemble the suspension. The design uses simple single crochet construction with colorful changes and pierced loop details for the decorative edge.

Colorful Hanging Baskets Crochet Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Youll learn how to work increases, color changes, deeply pierced chain bows and to crochet the metal rings into the edge for stability. The finishing section explains how to join the baskets and create the suspension to hang them together.

Why You'll Love This Colorful Hanging Baskets Crochet Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms ordinary yarn into a practical and joyful storage solution that brightens any kitchen or craft room. I enjoy the rhythmic increase rounds and color changes that let you play with palettes as you work. The pierced chain bows and ring attachment add a satisfying textural detail that makes each basket feel special. I also love how the three baskets nest and stack during assembly, which makes the finished piece both compact and decorative. Making these felt like a small celebration of color every time I changed yarn.

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Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with colors — try pastel shades for a soft, vintage feel or bright, contrasting stripes for a modern pop of color.

You can change the ring sizes or use wooden hoops for a different look and feel; swapping metal rings for wooden or plastic will slightly alter the weight and drape.

Make a smaller keychain-sized version by using finer yarn and a smaller hook for miniature baskets perfect as gifts.

I often add embroidered initials or small crocheted flowers to the basket sides to personalize them as gifts.

Try using a chunky yarn and a larger hook for a more rigid, chunky basket that works as a standalone bowl rather than hanging.

To make the baskets dishwasher-safe or more washable, consider stitching a removable fabric liner to fit inside each basket.

I sometimes replace the single crochet edge pattern with a decorative scallop or picot edge for a lacy look.

For extra strength, run a second row of joining chains so the suspension is doubled and more secure under weight.

Mix fiber types — a cotton main with an acrylic contrast can add texture while keeping the overall structure stable.

If you want more boho vibes, add macrame-style tassels to the suspension or round the bottom with felt pads for stability when set on a surface.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping a stitch marker when working in continuous rounds can make you lose the beginning of the round; place a marker at the start of each round and move it up as you go. ✗ Changing color without securing tails can cause loose threads and gaps; knot the new thread with the old and crochet the tails in as you work to secure them neatly. ✗ Not counting increases leads to incorrect stitch counts later; count your stitches at the end of each increase round to confirm the correct total. ✗ Forgetting to pull the loop long when making the deep pierced chains results in short bows; when instructed, pull the loop long to the edge before completing the single crochet. ✗ Attaching the metal ring without holding it in place can shift your work; position the ring behind the piece and crochet around both the loop and the ring simultaneously to secure it evenly.

Colorful Hanging Baskets Crochet Pattern

Create a cheerful three-tier hanging basket set to organize and brighten any room. This pattern guides you through crocheting three nested baskets (large, middle, small) and assembling them with metal rings and a suspension. Youll work colorful rounds, decorative pierced loops and attach metal rings for sturdy, stylish storage. Perfect for gifting or sprucing up your home with a handmade touch.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Colorful Hanging Baskets Crochet Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Rico Design Creative Cotton Aran (or similar aran/weight yarn) approximately 200 g total for the hanging baskets set
  • 02
    Large basket: approx. 100 g of yarn; metal ring 25 cm diameter; depth approx. 13 cm
  • 03
    Middle basket: approx. 60 g of yarn; metal ring 20 cm diameter; depth approx. 10 cm
  • 04
    Small basket: approx. 40 g of yarn; metal ring 15 cm diameter; depth approx. 8 cm
  • 05
    Accent colors as desired for stripes and color changes (use totals above per basket)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size USA: G / 6 / UK: 8 (as used in pattern)
  • 02
    Metal rings: 25 cm, 20 cm and 15 cm diameters
  • 03
    A pair of handcraft scissors
  • 04
    Darning needle for weaving and sewing threads
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    Stitch markers
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    Pins for assembly (optional)
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    Tape measure or ruler

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— Big Basket :

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Crocheted with chain stitches (ch), single crochets (sc) and slip stitches (sl st), needle size USA: G, 6 / UK: 8. Crochet in rounds.

Round 1 :

make a thread ring and crochet 6 sc in the ring (red)

Round 2 :

crochet 2 sc in each stitch, insert a marker for the beginning of the round (12 sc)

Round 3 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 2nd stitch (18 sc)

Round 4 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 3rd stitch (24 sc)

Round 5 :

now comes a color change (pink). I finish the last stitch of the preliminary round (round 3) with a new color. Knot the new thread from the color change with that of the preliminary round and crochet these threads in at the same time (this saves you from sewing the threads). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 4th stitch (30 sc)

Round 6 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 5th stitch (36 sc)

Round 7 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 6th stitch (42 sc)

Round 8 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 7th stitch (48 sc)

Round 9 :

now comes a color change (orange). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 8th stitch (54 sc)

Round 10 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 9th stitch (60 sc)

Round 11 :

now comes a color change (yellow). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 10th stitch (66 sc)

Round 12 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 11th stitch (72 sc)

Round 13 :

now comes a color change (yellow). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 12th stitch (78 sc)

Round 14 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 10th stitch. There are 7 increases, crochet 1 sc in each of the remaining 8 stitches (85 sc)

Round 15 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 12th stitch. there are 7 increases, crochet 1 sc in the remaining stitch (92 sc)

Round 16 :

crochet sc as they appear (92 sc)

Round 17 :

now comes a color change (blue). crochet sc as they appear (92 sc)

Round 18 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 7th stitch. there are 13 increases, crochet 1 sc in the remaining stitch (105 sc)

Round 19 + 20 :

crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 20 (105 sc)

Round 21 + 22 :

now comes a color change (salmon-color). crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 22 (105 sc)

Round 23 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 12th stitch. there are 8 increases, crochet 1 sc in each of the remaining 9 stitches (113 sc)

Round 24 :

crochet sc as they appear (113 sc)

Round 25 - 28 :

now comes a color change (red for me). crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 28 (113 sc)

Round 29 :

now comes a color change (pink). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 10th stitch. there are 11 increases, crochet 1 sc in each of the remaining 3 stitches (124 sc)

Round 30 + 31 :

crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 31 (124 sc)

Round 32 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 20th stitch. there are 6 increases, crochet 1 sc in each of the remaining 4 stitches (130 sc)

Round 33 :

now comes a color change (red for me). crochet sc as they appear (130 sc)

Round 34 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 15th stitch. there are 8 increases, crochet 1 sc in each of the remaining 10 stitches (138 sc)

Round 35 + 36 :

crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 36 (138 sc)

Round 37 :

now comes a color and pattern change (pink). crochet 6 ch. leave out 4 stitches and crochet a deep stitch in the 5th stitch - that means: insert 4 rows (counting down) as usual. get the thread and pull the loop long (to the edge). now crochet the sc as usual.

Round 37 - continued :

now crochet 7 ch. leave out 6 stitches and crochet a deep sc in the 7th stitch. crochet 7 ch again and a deep sc in the 7th stitch. always crochet 7 ch and a deep sc in the 7th stitch until the end of the round. crochet the last deeply pierced sc under the 1st stitch (when changing color) from the beginning of the round. There are a total of 20 ch bows.

Ring Attachment :

Now the large ring (25 cm diameter) is crocheted with: crochet 1 ch and put the ring behind the piece. crochet 7 sc in the same arch and crochet the ring on at the same time. crochet 7 sc in the next loop and around the ring. repeat this up to the last loop and finish this round with 1 sl st in the 1st stitch (140 sc). Cut and sew the thread, the large basket is ready.

— Middle Basket :

Round 1 :

make a thread ring and crochet 6 sc in the ring (for me in red)

Round 2 :

crochet 2 sc in each stitch, insert a marker for the beginning of the round (12 sc)

Round 3 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 2nd stitch (18 sc)

Round 4 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 3rd stitch (24 sc)

Round 5 :

now comes a color change (pink). I finish the last stitch of the preliminary round (round 3) with a new color. knot the new thread from the color change with that of the preliminary round and crochet these threads in at the same time (this saves you from sewing the threads). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 4th stitch (30 sc)

Round 6 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 5th stitch (36 sc)

Round 7 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 6th stitch (42 sc)

Round 8 :

now comes a color change (orange). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 7th stitch (48 sc)

Round 9 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 8th stitch (54 sc)

Round 10 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 9th stitch (60 sc)

Round 11 :

now comes a color change (yellow). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 10th stitch (66 sc)

Round 12 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 8th stitch. there are 8 increases, crochet 1 sc in each of the remaining 2 stitches (74 sc)

Round 13 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 10th stitch. There are 7 increases, crochet 1 sc in each of the remaining 4 stitches (81 sc)

Round 14 + 15 :

now comes a color change (blue). crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 15 (81 sc)

Round 16 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 5th stitch. there are 16 increases, crochet 1 sc in the remaining stitch (97 sc)

Round 17 - 19 :

now comes a color change (for me salmon). crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 19 (97 sc)

Round 20 - 22 :

now comes a color change (red for me). crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 22 (97 sc)

Round 23 :

now comes a color change (pink for me). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 15th stitch. there are 6 increases, crochet 1 sc in each of the remaining 7 stitches (103 sc)

Round 24 + 25 :

crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 25 (103 sc)

Round 26 :

now comes a color change (red for me). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 20th stitch. there are 5 increases, crochet 1 sc in each of the remaining 3 stitches (108 sc)

Round 27 + 28 :

crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 28 (108 sc)

Round 29 :

now comes a color and pattern change (pink). crochet 6 ch. leave out 5 stitches and crochet a deep stitch in the 6th stitch - that means: insert 4 rows (counting down) as usual. Always crochet 6 ch and in the 6th stitch a deep stitch until the end of the round. crochet the last deeply stitched sc under the 1st stitch (when changing color) from the beginning of the round. There are a total of 18 ch bows.

Ring Attachment :

now the middle ring (20 cm diameter) is also crocheted. crochet 1 ch and put the ring behind the piece. crochet 6 sc in the same bows and crochet the ring on at the same time. crochet 6 sc in the next loop and around the ring. repeat this up to the last loop and finish this round with 1 sl st in the 1st stitch (108 sc). Cut and sew the thread, the middle basket is ready.

— Small Basket :

Round 1 :

make a thread ring and crochet 6 sc in the ring (red)

Round 2 :

crochet 2 sc in each stitch, insert a marker for the beginning of the round (12 sc)

Round 3 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 2nd stitch (18 sc)

Round 4 :

now comes a color change (pink for me). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 3rd stitch (24 sc)

Round 5 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 4th stitch (30 sc)

Round 6 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 5th stitch (36 sc)

Round 7 :

now comes a color change (for me orange). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 6th stitch (42 sc)

Round 8 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 7th stitch (48 sc)

Round 9 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 8th stitch (54 sc)

Round 10 :

now comes a color change (yellow). crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 5th stitch. there are 10 increases, crochet 1 sc in each of the remaining 4 stitches (64 sc)

Round 11 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 7th stitch. there are 9 increases, crochet 1 sc in the remaining stitch (73 sc)

Round 12 :

crochet sc as they appear (73 sc)

Round 13 - 14 :

now comes a color change (blue for me). crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 14 (73 sc)

Round 15 :

crochet sc in every stitch, but crochet 2 sc in every 6th stitch. there are 12 increases, crochet 1 sc in the remaining stitch (85 sc)

Round 16 - 18 :

now comes a color change (salmon-colored). crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 18 (85 sc)

Round 19 - 21 :

now comes a color change (red for me). crochet sc as they appear up to and including round 21 (85 sc)

Round 22 :

now comes a color and pattern change (pink). crochet 5 ch. leave out 4 stitches and crochet a deeply pierced sc in the 5th stitch - that means: pierce 3 rows (counting down) as usual. always crochet 5 ch and a deep sc in the 5th stitch until the end of the round. crochet the last deeply pierced sc under the 1st stitch (when changing color) from the beginning of the round. There are a total of 17 ch bows.

Ring Attachment :

Now the small ring (15 cm diameter) is crocheted with: crochet 1 ch and put the ring behind the piece. crochet 4 sc in the same arch and crochet the ring on. crochet 4 sc in the next loop and around the ring. repeat this up to the last loop and finish this round with 1 sl st in the 1st stitch (68 sc). Cut and sew the thread, the small basket is ready.

— Connection of the 3 baskets :

Item Name (P1) :

take the big basket. strike again around the ring (preferably above the color change). knot the beginning thread with the thread to be crocheted.

Step :

now crochet 30 ch.

Step :

add the middle basket and crochet 1 sc around the ring (Tip! Continue crocheting on the middle basket above the color change so that the color changes of the baskets are on one side - looks nicer later).

Step :

crochet 30 ch again. add the small basket and crochet 1 sc around the ring (watch out for the color change on the basket).

Suspension :

now comes the suspension. crochet 75 ch. 1 sc around the ring on the opposite side of the small basket. the baskets are stacked inside each other. now it goes back on the other side: crochet 30 ch and crochet 1 sc around the ring of the middle basket - make sure that you crochet back exactly opposite each ch chain. Crochet 30 ch and 1 sc on the big basket again. crochet 1 more sc around the ring of the large basket. Now the same thing is crocheted again so that the bracket is reinforced. Crochet 30 ch and 1 sc on the middle basket next to the sc on the 1st connection. crochet 30 ch and 1 sc around the ring of the small basket again (next to the sc of the 1st connection). now comes the suspension, crochet 75 ch and opposite 1 sc on the small basket (next to the sc from the 1st connection). crochet 30 ch again and crochet 1 sc around the ring from the middle basket (next to the sc of the 1st connection). crochet 30 ch and 1 sc around the ring of the large basket again (next to the sc from the 1st connection). crochet 1 sl st more and finish the work. tie the threads tightly twice and sew them up.

Finish :

Knot the threads. Crochet 30 ch and 1 sc on the big basket again. crochet 30 ch and 1 sc on the middle basket. crochet 30 ch and 1 sc on the small basket again. work the same way as described above for the opposite side and also crochet back for a double connection. The connection is made on the opposite side in the same way. Turn the baskets and find the opposite side, strike again around the ring of the large basket and finish as described. The hanging basket has a total length (including suspension) of approx. 73 cm and will hang out slightly dependent on weight supported.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the metal ring to each basket by crocheting the ring into the edge: place the ring behind the edge, crochet 7 sc (large) or 6 sc (middle) or 4 sc (small) into each pierced arch and around the ring, finishing with 1 sl st in the first stitch.
  • Stack the baskets and join them by crocheting chains between rings: from the large basket, crochet 30 ch, then 1 sc into the middle rings, crochet 30 ch, then 1 sc into the small ring to form the front connections.
  • Create the suspension by crocheting 75 ch from the small basket opposite the first connection, secure with 1 sc on the large basket on the opposite side so the baskets hang evenly.
  • Make the second set of connecting chains and repeat the procedure on the opposite side for a double, reinforced connection; tie threads tightly and sew ends securely.
  • When crocheting the ring and attachment points, work above color changes consistently so the stripe transitions sit on one side for a neater look.
  • Reinforce the bracket by repeating the chain-and-sc connections a second time so the hanging feels sturdy and balanced.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of the start of each round, especially during long runs of single crochet and increases.
  • 💡Knot new color threads with the previous color and crochet the tails in as you go to avoid weaving long ends at the end.
  • 💡When crocheting the metal ring into the edge, hold the ring behind the piece and crochet around both the fabric loop and the ring to secure it evenly.
  • 💡Pull the loop long when making the deeply pierced chain bows so the bows reach the edge before securing with the single crochet.
  • 💡Measure and place your chain suspension symmetrically and test balance with a light load before filling with heavier items.

This colorful hanging basket trio is a cheerful and useful addition to any home, bringing handcrafted charm to your kitchen or craft space. It nests neatly and hangs beautifully, combining playful stripes with practical storage. Enjoy making this bright, functional piece and gift it to someone who loves handmade treasures! 🧶🎁

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The hanging basket set measures approximately 73 cm in total length including the suspension, with individual basket diameters of 25 cm (large), 20 cm (middle) and 15 cm (small).

What yarn and hook size should I use?

The pattern uses Rico Design Creative Cotton Aran (aran weight) and a crochet hook USA: G / 6 / UK: 8. Using the same weight and hook will give results similar to the pattern samples.

Can I use different yarn weights for these baskets?

Yes, but changing yarn weight will change the final size and drape of the baskets. If using a thicker yarn, use a larger hook and test your gauge; adjust ring sizes if necessary.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete the three baskets and assembly in about 5-7 hours, though time may vary depending on experience and how many color changes you work.

Do I need to buy special rings for the edges?

The pattern uses metal rings (25 cm, 20 cm and 15 cm diameters) to give structure; similar sized rings from craft suppliers work well and are crocheted into the edge.