Easy Crochet Beautiful Basket Free Pattern For Beginners

The Crochet Pattern

Covering the CD Base

Round 1: Attaching and Covering the CD

• Create a slip knot on your hook.
• Hold the CD with the back facing you (the back will become the basket’s interior).
• Insert your hook from the back through the CD’s center hole, grab the working yarn, and pull it through.
• Immediately secure with a slip stitch. Repeat this process:
  • Insert your hook from the back, pull up a loop of yarn, and work a slip stitch over the CD rim.
  • Continue this all around, pulling yarn from under, drawing up loops, and making elongated slip stitches until the CD is covered edge-to-edge.

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• Once you have covered the entire CD edge, close the round with a slip stitch in the first elongated stitch.

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Building the Basket Base Rounds

Round 2: Forming the Solid Basket Base

• Ch 2 to start the next round, then turn so that the exterior side (basket’s outside) now faces you.
• In the first base space, work 2 hdc (half double crochets).
• Continue: For each stitch or space around the CD, work 2 hdc into every base stitch/space. This increases the circle evenly.
• At the end of the round, join with a slip stitch to the first hdc.
  • You should see the foundation of your basket beginning to form above the CD.

Working the Main Body Pattern

Body Rounds (Block Stitch Pattern)

Repeat the following instructions for a total of eight (8) rounds or until your basket is the desired height.

• Round 3 (First row of blocks):
  • Ch 3 (counts as your first dc).
  • In the next two stitches, work 1 dc in each (3 dc total).
  • Ch 2 for spacing.
  • Skip 2 base stitches, then in the third, work 1 dc in each of the next 3 stitches.
  • Repeat: Ch 2, skip 2, 3 dc in the next three stitches — all the way around.

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• • Join the end of the round to the top of the initial ch 3 with a slip stitch.
• Round 4 and Remaining (Continue Block Pattern):
  • Slip stitch into the next two dc and into the ch-2 space, positioning your hook at the center of a block.
  • Ch 3, then 2 dc (forming the first block of the round).
  • Ch 2.
  • In each ch-2 space around: 3 dc, ch 2 — skip to next ch-2 space, repeat.
  • At the end, join with a slip stitch in the top of initial ch 3 to finish the round.
  • Continue this sequence for 8 total rows or until the basket reaches height.
  • On your final round, after completing your last block and ch-2, close with a slip stitch, ch 1, then cut the yarn and weave in the end.

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Edging and Handle

Finishing Edge

• Attach your turquoise yarn (or contrast if desired) with a slip knot, securing to any space at the rim.
• Ch 2.
• Along the top edge:
  • Work 2 hdc in each ch-2 space
  • Work 1 hdc in each dc across the top of each cluster.
• Continue around for a complete round, then join with a slip stitch to your starting ch 2.

Forming the Handle

• With yarn still attached, ch 60 (for a standard handle; adjust for longer or shorter length).
• Align the chain with the basket’s rim directly opposite your starting point.
• Anchor the end of the chain to the basket with 3 slip stitches into adjacent rim stitches for strength.
• Turn, and work 1 dc into each ch along the strap to make the handle thick and sturdy.
• When you reach the end of the chain, anchor with a slip stitch to the rim near the starting point.
• Ch 1, cut yarn, and securely weave in all remaining ends.

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Assembly & Finished Size

• Once all ends are woven in, shape your basket by gently pulling the stitches so the sides stand up straight.
• If you desire a stiffer, longer-lasting basket, lightly brush fabric hardener on the exterior and let dry.
• Finished basket will have a solid base, sides approximately 8–9 cm tall, and a handle suitable for hanging or carrying.
• Use for holding notions, cosmetics, yarn balls, or decorative purposes.

Conclusion and Ending Words

This simple yet innovative pattern turns an everyday CD or DVD into a beautiful, useful crochet basket. With clear, methodical rounds and accessible stitches, it is suitable for crocheters seeking a quick, satisfying upcycle project. The firm base adds stability, while the body’s flexible, repeating stitch pattern makes customizing size easy. Whether storing supplies or gifting to a friend, the result is both practical and eye-catching. Choose your favorite yarn color, enjoy working these rounds, and create a basket that blends creativity with eco-conscious crocheting.

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