If you love keeping things organized in style, you’ll adore this Crochet Ombre Storage Basket with a Lid. Made using soft t-shirt yarn and beginner-friendly stitches, this adorable container is perfect for holding jewelry, small accessories, cosmetics, or even crochet notions. The ombre color effect gives it a beautiful gradient look, and the optional decorative brooch adds a touch of elegance!
Let’s dive into the step-by-step instructions.
🧶 Materials You’ll Need:
- T-shirt yarn in 3 gradient shades (lavender, light pink, ivory/white)
- 8 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle for weaving ends
- Decorative brooch or fancy button (optional)
- Scissors
- Stitch marker (optional)
✨ Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- ch – Chain
- sc – Single Crochet
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- inc – Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- BLO – Back Loop Only
🌀 Basket Base
Let’s begin by creating a flat round base for your basket.
Round 1:
With your darkest color (lavender), make a magic ring.
Work 6 sc into the ring.
Pull tight and sl st to first sc to join. (6 sts)
Round 2:
2 sc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
Round 3:
1 sc in next stitch, inc in next, repeat around. (18 sts)
Round 4:
1 sc in next 2 stitches, inc in next, repeat around. (24 sts)
Round 5:
1 sc in next 3 stitches, inc in next, repeat around. (30 sts)
Round 6:
1 sc in next 4 stitches, inc in next, repeat around. (36 sts)
(Stop here for a small basket or continue for a larger base.)
🧱 Basket Walls
Now we’ll crochet upwards to form the basket’s sides. You’ll also begin transitioning your colors here to create the ombre effect.
Round 7:
Working in BLO, sc in each stitch around to create a crisp edge. (36 sts)
Rounds 8–9:
Continue in normal sc. (lavender)
Round 10:
Switch to light pink yarn. sc in each stitch around. (36 sts)
Rounds 11–12:
sc in each stitch with light pink yarn. (36 sts)
Round 13:
Switch to ivory/white yarn. sc in each stitch around. (36 sts)
Rounds 14–15:
sc in each stitch with ivory yarn. (36 sts)
Fasten off, and weave in ends.
🛑 Basket Lid
Round 1:
With ivory/white yarn, make a magic ring.
6 sc into ring. Sl st to join. (6 sts)
Round 2:
2 sc in each stitch. (12 sts)
Round 3:
1 sc, inc, repeat around. (18 sts)
Round 4:
2 sc, inc, repeat around. (24 sts)
Round 5:
3 sc, inc, repeat around. (30 sts)
Round 6:
4 sc, inc, repeat around. (36 sts)
Round 7:
sc in each stitch around. (36 sts)
Optional Knob (Lid Handle):
Round 1:
With ivory yarn, make a magic ring.
6 sc into ring. (6 sts)
Round 2:
sc in each stitch. (6 sts)
Round 3:
sc2tog around. (3 sts)
Finish off, stuff lightly if desired, and sew the knob to the center of the lid.
Video tutorial
💎 Decoration
Attach a decorative brooch or button on the front side of your basket to give it that elegant, finished look. You can sew it on or use a pin so it’s removable.
💡 Tips:
- For a sturdier basket, crochet tightly or insert a plastic canvas inside the walls before finishing.
- Use color-coordinated yarns to achieve the best ombre effect. Blend gently from dark to light.
- Try a waistcoat stitch if you prefer a tighter knit-look texture.
🏁 Final Thoughts
This charming crochet ombre basket with a lid is a wonderful blend of function and elegance. Whether you’re gifting it, decorating a vanity, or organizing small items, this project is both relaxing and rewarding. Plus, the customization options are endless—try different color themes, add tassels or pom-poms, or make a set in varying sizes.
Let me know if you’d like a printable PDF version or video tutorial to go along with this pattern! Happy crocheting! 🧶💜
