Small Crochet Basket: Free Hexagon Dish Pattern

You will love making this quick and easy small crochet basket. This free crochet pattern works up fast, is easy, and looks great.

Below you will find the complete pattern and instructional photos for this Hexagon Small Crochet Basket pattern. You will also find all the materials, stitches, gauge, and sizing information.

Small Crochet Basket Stash Busters

This small hexagon crochet basket is a great way to keep organized and use up excess yarn. It takes just about 2 ounces of yarn or less and can be made in three different sizes. I use the little basket to hold hair accessories and jewelry.

Yarn Substitution

Though the pattern is written for size 4 (medium weight) and size 5 (bulky weight) yarn, you can really use any size yarn for this project. You will just need to use a hook size that creates a tight stiff fabric when you crochet.

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Materials Needed

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1.7-2.1 oz or 88-110 yds of Red Heart Super Saver (Size 4 Yarn)
OR
1.7-2.1 oz or 35-43 yds of Big Twist Textile Yarn (Size 5 Yarn)
Size I 5.5mm Crochet Hook
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Note: Big Twist says it is a size 6 yarn but it feels like a size 5 yarn in this pattern.

Stitches and Abbreviations

CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
SLST – Slip Stitch
ST(s) – Stitch(es)
MC – Magic Circle

Gauge and Size

Gauge: 3 SC X 4 Rows = 1 inch
Small Basket: 4 inches wide and 2 inches tall.
Medium Basket: 5 inches wide and 2 inches tall.
Large Basket: 6.5 inches wide and 2 inches tall.

Hexagon Small Crochet Basket

Notes:
-Written in US terms.
– I do not count my CH1, turning chain, as a stitch.
– Your hexagon will get wobbly and not lay flat. This is ok!
– You can work as many rows as you want for this hexagon. I provide extra rows in the pattern in case you want to make a larger crochet basket.

Base Hexagon

If using worsted weight yarn (size 4) you will be working with 2 strands of yarn held together. If working with bulky yarn (size 5) you will only use one strand.

Row 1: Work 6 SC into a Magic Circle. SLST to first SC. (6)
Alternative Row 1: CH2, Work 6 SC into second CH from hook. SLST to first SC. (6)

Row 2: CH1, *Work 2SC into next ST* repeat from *to* a total of 6 times. SLST to first SC. (12)

Row 3: CH1, *SC in next ST, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST* repeat from *to* a total of 6 times. SLST to first SC. (18 SC)

Row 4: CH1, SC in next 2 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST, *SC in next 3 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST* repeat from *to* a total of 5 times. SC in next ST. SLST to first SC. (30 SC)

Row 5: CH1, SC in next 3 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST, *SC in next 5 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST* repeat from *to* a total of 5 times. SC in next 2 STs. SLST to first SC. (42 SC)

Row 6: CH1, SC in next 4 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST, *SC in next 7 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST* repeat from *to* a total of 5 times. SC in next 3 STs. SLST to first SC. (54 SC)

Row 7: CH1, SC in next 5 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST, *SC in next 9 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST* repeat from *to* a total of 5 times. SC in next 4 STs. SLST to first SC. (66 SC)

Row 8: CH1, SC in next 6 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST, *SC in next 11 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST* repeat from *to* a total of 5 times. SC in next 5 STs. SLST to first SC. (78 SC)

Row 9: CH1, SC in next 7 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST, *SC in next 13 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST* repeat from *to* a total of 5 times. SC in next 6 STs. SLST to first SC. (90 SC)

Note: Fasten off and weave in your ends here if you are making the small size basket.

Row 10: CH1, SC in next 8 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST, *SC in next 15 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST* repeat from *to* a total of 5 times. SC in next 7 STs. SLST to first SC. (102 SC)

Row 11: CH1, SC in next 9 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST, *SC in next 17 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST* repeat from *to* a total of 5 times. SC in next 8 STs. SLST to first SC. (114 SC)

Note: Fasten off and weave in your ends here if you are making the medium size basket.

Row 12: CH1, SC in next 10 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST, *SC in next 19 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST* repeat from *to* a total of 5 times. SC in next 9 STs. SLST to first SC. (126 SC)

Rows 13: CH1, SC in next 11 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST, *SC in next 21 STs, (SC, CH2, SC) in next ST* repeat from *to* a total of 5 times. SC in next 10 STs. SLST to first SC. (138 SC)

Fasten off and weave in your ends for the large size basket.

Tying your Small Basket Together

If you are doubling up your yarn then cut 12 strands of yarn about 7 inches for tying this into a basket. If you are using thicker yarn then you will only need 6 strands of yarn.

Starting on one corner, lay the hexagon with the inside side down. Count over 5 stitches on each side of one point. (Note: We are not counting the chains, just the stitches.)

Using two strands of yarn (or one strand for thicker yarn) and pull the ends through the fifth stitch on each side.

Now flip your project over. Pull the loop you made on the other side of the point to the top side.

Pull all yarn strands tight to fold the point. This will start creating the sides of the basket.

Knot the yarn strands together 3 times. You can trim the excess yarn and tuck it into the basket point or weave in your ends. (I trimmed mine.)

Repeat this process for all the points. Once all the points are tied, fold in your sides to help shape the basket. Press the sides down very firmly to create a crease where the hexagon should fold.

Unfold the sides and gently shape your basket. If the base of the basket still seems a little wavy, wet the bottom of the basket, place something heavy on it to make it stay flat, and let it dry. Blocking a project like this will help it hold its shape.

Now your small crochet basket is complete and ready to be enjoyed. They work up fast and make a great home decor item.

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