Keep your desk tidy and stylish with this tall mini crochet basket.
Compact but sturdy, it's perfect for holding pens, crochet hooks, small craft tools, or everyday desk essentials.
Quick to make and easy to customize, it's a simple project that makes your workspace feel organized and personal.
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- Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Materials Needed
- Skill Level
- Yarn and Hook Information
- Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- Gauge
- Finished Size
- Instructions
- Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration
- Perfect Occasions to Use This Craft
- How To Use This Craft
- FAQ
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Sometimes the smallest storage solutions make the biggest difference, and this tall mini crochet basket is a perfect example.
I made one when my desk was overflowing with pens, clips, and little bits, and having a dedicated, tidy spot for everything immediately made my workspace feel calmer.
Its vertical design is ideal for holding taller items without taking up too much surface space.
Made with acrylic yarn, this basket works up quickly and is beginner-friendly, making it a satisfying project for a weekend afternoon or a cozy evening at home.
The tall shape adds a unique twist to simple crochet baskets, giving it a functional and slightly decorative look.
Whether you choose neutral tones to blend into your office or bright colors to add a pop of personality, it's a project that can match your style effortlessly.
This tall mini crochet basket also makes a thoughtful handmade gift for friends or coworkers who appreciate small, useful organization tools.
Its size and design are flexible, so you can adjust height or width to suit pens, markers, makeup brushes, or other small items.
For me, it's one of those projects that's fast, functional, and satisfying to see in action-perfect for any crocheter looking for a quick, practical creation.
Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Creates a compact, practical tall mini crochet basket perfect for desk organization
- Quick to make by using double strands of acrylic yarn
- Flexible size-adjust height or width for your needs
- Sturdy structure holds pens, markers, brushes, or small items
- Works well in neutral tones or bright, fun colors
- Ideal for gifting to friends, coworkers, or students
Materials Needed
Yarn
- #4 medium acrylic yarn (also known as worsted, Afgan, Aran, or 10 ply) with 11 WPI*
- You will be working in double strands.
- You will need about 1.76 ounces / 85 yards (50 grams / 78 meters) of yarn.
Hook
- 6 mm (J / 10)
Other
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
*Wraps per inch (WPI) - this is a measure of yarn thickness. To measure WPI, count how many times the yarn wraps around a ruler in one inch. There are more wraps for thinner yarn and fewer wraps for thicker yarn.
Skill Level
★☆☆☆☆ - Beginner
Beginner-friendly. I completed a basket in about 1-2 hours, making this a great mini weekend project or an evening craft session.
Yarn and Hook Information
You can use any yarn type you like for this basket.
Just use an appropriate hook size and remember that the final basket size can vary depending on the yarn and hook size you are using.
Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- Ch - Chain
- St/s - Stitch/es
- Dc - Double Crochet
- Sl st - Slip Stitch
- Sc - Single Crochet
- Blo - Back loop only
- FO - Fasten Off
- [ ] at the end of each row indicates how many stitches are needed in that row.
Gauge
Gauge is not too important for this crochet basket.
Finished Size
This crochet basket is about 4.5 inches in diameter and 4.5 inches tall (11.50 cm x 11.50 cm).
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Instructions
You will be working in double strands. You can choose to use 2 strands of the same color, or use 2 complimenting colors.
Ch at beginning don't count as stitches, you will be working in joined rounds.
Round 1: Working double stranded, make a magic ring, ch2, 10 dc into ring, sl st into 1st dc to join. [10 dc].
Round 2: Ch2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st into 1st dc to join. [20 dc].
Round 3: Ch2, *1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st,* repeat from * around, sl st into 1st dc to join. [30 dc].
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Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration
- Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices & Color Inspiration
- Medium or bulky yarn gives sturdiness without being too heavy
- Neutral tones for professional or minimalist setups
- Bright or pastel colors add cheerful accents to your workspace
- Tight stitches help maintain the tall shape
- You can make multiple baskets in varying heights for a nested look
- Pair with other small desk organizers for a coordinated set
Perfect Occasions to Use This Craft
Use it for desk organization, craft rooms, home offices, or student study areas.
Perfect for gifting to coworkers, teachers, or anyone who loves functional handmade décor.
Ideal for spring cleanups or seasonal refreshes of your workspace.
How To Use This Craft
Keep pens, pencils, markers, scissors, and small tools organized in a stylish way. Stack or group multiple baskets for a neat desktop system.
Use it on shelves or in drawers to separate small items while keeping them easily accessible.
FAQ
Yes! Add extra rounds for height or more stitches per round for width.
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