Looking for an easy crochet Easter basket pattern? This adorable polka dot crochet Easter basket is the perfect handmade project for spring.This beginner-friendly basket works up quickly and is perfect for Easter egg hunts, candy baskets, and handmade gifts. The playful polka dot design adds a fun pop of color and makes this basket especially cute for kids.

Whether you’re decorating for Easter or making a special handmade gift, this crochet Easter basket is a fun and practical project you’ll enjoy making year after year.

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Why You’ll Love This Crochet Easter Basket Pattern

There are so many reasons crocheters love this Easter basket pattern.

✔ Beginner friendly crochet project
✔ Quick spring crochet project
✔ Perfect for Easter egg hunts
✔ Great stash-buster pattern
✔ Cute handmade Easter basket

The small size makes this basket perfect for filling with:

• chocolate eggs
• small toys
• crochet Easter eggs
• candy and treats

It’s a simple project that makes a big impact when displayed with your Easter decorations.

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Ways to Use Your Crochet Easter Basket

One of the best things about this pattern is how versatile the finished basket is.

You can use your crochet basket for:

• Easter egg hunts
• candy baskets
• spring home decor
• handmade gift baskets
• nursery decor
• crochet storage baskets

These baskets also make wonderful handmade Easter gifts for kids.

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Materials:

• One Ball of BERNAT VELVET YARN, in PINK DUSK
• One Ball of Red Heart Super Saver in White
• 2 8in Hoop – Metal hoop is essential to hold the shape of the basket and weigh the base down
• 5.5mm crochet hook
• Tapestry needle

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Abbreviations:

RND = Round

CH = Chain

Sts = Stitches

SC = Single crochet

DC = Double crochet

SLST = Slip Stitch

SK = Skip

Bobble Stitch = Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over and pull through (three loops on hook), yarn over and pull through 2 of the loops. Repeat five more times so that you have five not-quite-complete dc stitches worked into the same stitch. There will be seven loops on the hook. Yarn over and pull through all seven loops. This closes your bobble crochet stitch.

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Pattern:

Begin Base:

To begin, ch 3 and join with a slst to first st in chain – Loop created.

Rnd 1: 8 sc within loop, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (8)

Rnd 2: 2sc in each st across, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (16) Rnd 3: *2sc in first st, sc* repeat within * across, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (24) Rnd 4: *2sc in first st, sc in next 2 sts * repeat within * across, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (32)

Rnd 5: *2sc in first st, sc in next 3 sts * repeat within * across, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (40)

Rnd 6: *2sc in first st, sc in next 4 sts * repeat within * across, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (48)

Rnd 7: *2sc in first st, sc in next 5 sts * repeat within * across, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (56)

Rnd 8: *2sc in first st, sc in next 6 sts * repeat within * across, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (64)

Rnd 9: *2sc in first st, sc in next 7 sts * repeat within * across, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (72)

Rnd 10: attach hoop – sc in each st across OVER the metal loop, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (72)

Begin Body:

Rnd 1: Working in back loops only, sc around join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (72)

Rnd 2-4: Working through both loops, sc around join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (72)

Rnd 5: Work Bobble row: *Sc in 7 sts, sc in next st changing to white, work bobble st in next st, change back to pink* repeat within * across, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (72)

Rnd 6-8: Sc around join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (72)

Rnd 9: Sc in first sts, change to white work bobble, *Sc in 7 sts, sc in next st changing to white, work bobble st in next st, change back to pink* repeat within * across to last 3 sts, sc to end, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (72)

Rnd 10-12: Working through both loops, sc around join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (72)

Rnd 13: Work Bobble row: *Sc in 7 sts, sc in next st changing to white, work bobble st in next st, change back to pink* repeat within * across, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (72)

Rnd 14-16: Sc around join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (72)

Rnd 17: Sc in first sts, change to white work bobble, *Sc in 7 sts, sc in next st changing to white, work bobble st in next st, change back to pink* repeat within * across to last 3 sts, sc to end, join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (72)

Rnd 18-19: Sc around join with a slst to the top of first sc. ch 1 – do not turn (72)

Rnd 20: attach hoop – sc in each st across OVER the metal loop, join with a slst to the top of first sc. Bind off with a long tail (which we will later use to sew on one side of the handle)

Handle:

With Pink Velvet, ch 31

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook across, ch 1 turn (30)

Row 2-6: Sc in each st across, ch 1 turn (30)

Bind off with a long tail which we will use to sew this on to the rim of the basket.

Assembly:

Attach the handle to cross over the middle section of the basket. Using the tail remaining on the basket, attach one side of the handle. Sew under the hoop and through the stitch to ensure a tight hold. Repeat with remaining side opposite the first handle. Bind off and weave in all ends. Enjoy!

Looking for the Easter Egg pattern? Here it is…!

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Tips for Crocheting This Basket

If you’re making this pattern for the first time, these tips will help your basket turn out beautifully.

Use Tight Stitches

Crocheting tightly will help the basket keep its structure.

Choose Sturdy Yarn

Cotton yarn works especially well for baskets because it holds its shape.

Add a Decorative Border

You can customize the basket with a simple border or contrasting color for a unique look.

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More Easter Crochet Patterns You May Love

If you enjoyed making this basket, you might also like these spring crochet projects.
• Crochet Bunny & Carrot Garland

• Mini Crochet Easter Baskets FREE

• Bunny Baby Blanket (C2C Pattern)

These patterns are perfect for creating a coordinated Easter crochet collection.

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If you make this Easter basket, be sure to:

• share your photos on social media
• tag me so I can see your work
• inspire other crocheters in the community

Your creations always bring these patterns to life.