Crochet Wall Hanging Basket Free Pattern — Cozy Teardrop Storage

There is something deeply satisfying about a project that is beautiful and useful at the same time. A crochet wall hanging basket sits right at that intersection — it gives you a place to store small treasures, adds texture and warmth to a bare wall, and lets you show off a craft you have put real time into learning. This free pattern for a cozy teardrop storage basket is designed for intermediate crocheters who want a weekend project with a result that looks like it came straight from a boutique home décor shop.

Whether you are making this for your own home, as a gift for a friend, or as something to sell at a craft fair, this pattern walks you through every step. The teardrop silhouette is what makes this piece special — wider at the bottom to hold things like small succulents, crystals, rolled washcloths, or craft supplies, and narrowing toward the top where it hangs from a simple wooden dowel or a piece of driftwood. The whole piece has a boho, organic feel that works beautifully in living rooms, nurseries, bathrooms, and home offices.

Let’s get into everything you need to know before your hook even touches the yarn.

What You Will Need

Before you sit down to start crocheting, it helps to have everything gathered in one place. There is nothing more frustrating than getting halfway through a project and realizing you are short on yarn or missing the right size hook. Here is a complete list of materials for this pattern.

Yarn: You will need approximately 200 to 250 yards of a chunky or bulky weight yarn (weight category 5 or 6). Natural fiber yarns in cotton, jute, or a cotton-jute blend give the best results for a wall hanging basket because they hold their shape well and have that earthy, textural quality that makes the piece look intentional and handcrafted. Cream, natural ecru, terracotta, sage green, and dusty rose are all gorgeous color choices. You can also use a single-ply macramé-style cotton cord, which gives a slightly stiffer basket with excellent structure.

Hook: A 6.0mm to 8.0mm crochet hook works best with the yarn weights listed above. If you are using a chunky cotton cord, lean toward the 8.0mm. If your gauge is running tight, go up a hook size. If it is loose and floppy, go down.

Wooden dowel or driftwood: You will need a piece approximately 10 to 12 inches long. You can find wooden dowels at any craft or hardware store, and a quick sanding with fine-grit sandpaper followed by a light coat of beeswax or wood stain gives them a polished, finished look.

Yarn needle: For weaving in ends and for the optional decorative stitching at the top of the basket.

Scissors.

Stitch markers: Optional, but helpful when you are working in the round and need to track the beginning of each row.

Hanging cord or macramé rope: About 24 inches, for making the hanging loop at the top of the dowel.

Gauge and Sizing

Gauge: approximately 10 single crochet stitches and 12 rows equal 4 inches using a 7.0mm hook and bulky weight cotton yarn.

Finished dimensions: approximately 7 inches wide at the widest point, 14 to 16 inches tall from the bottom of the basket to the top of the dowel. The basket portion itself (not counting the fringe or the dowel) measures about 11 inches in length.

This is a relatively relaxed gauge pattern — because this is a decorative piece that also holds items, the exact stitch count matters more than hitting a precise gauge. As long as your basket is holding its shape and not looking too open or too stiff, you are in good shape.

Crochet Stitches and Abbreviations Used

This pattern uses standard US crochet terminology.

ch — chain
sl st — slip stitch
sc — single crochet
hdc — half double crochet
dc — double crochet
inc — increase (two stitches worked into the same stitch)
dec — decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
BLO — back loop only
FLO — front loop only
MR — magic ring
st(s) — stitch(es)
rep — repeat
pm — place marker
RS — right side
WS — wrong side

Understanding the Teardrop Shape

The teardrop shape in this pattern is achieved by starting with a small, flat oval at the bottom and gradually increasing outward as you crochet upward. Once the basket reaches its widest point — about halfway up — you begin decreasing slowly to bring the sides inward, creating that narrowing upper section. The top of the basket is finished with a flat band that folds over the dowel, securing it in place.

Working in the round through the back loop only on certain rows creates a ridged, textural effect on the outside of the basket that adds visual interest and helps the piece hold its shape. It also gives the finished basket that artisanal, intentional look.

Free Pattern: Cozy Teardrop Wall Hanging Basket

Base Oval

The base of the basket is worked flat as an oval, then the sides are built up from there.

Chain 8.

Row 1: Starting in the second chain from the hook, work 1 sc in each of the next 6 chains. In the last chain, work 3 sc (to turn the corner). Now working along the opposite side of the foundation chain, work 1 sc in each of the next 5 chains, then work 2 sc in the last chain. You now have 18 stitches total. Do not join — place a stitch marker at the beginning of the round.

Round 2: Inc in first st, sc in next 5 sts, inc in next 3 sts, sc in next 5 sts, inc in last 2 sts. (24 sts)

Round 3: Sc in next 2 sts, inc in next st, sc in next 5 sts, (inc in next st, sc in next st) 3 times, sc in next 4 sts, (inc in next st, sc in next st) twice. (30 sts)

Round 4: Working in BLO, sc in each st around. (30 sts) — this creates the first texture ridge and forms the base of the walls.

Building the Walls — Increase Section

Now you will begin working upward to form the body of the basket.

Round 5: Sc in each st around. (30 sts)

Round 6: (Sc in next 4 sts, inc in next st) 6 times. (36 sts)

Round 7: Working in BLO, sc in each st around. (36 sts)

Round 8: Sc in each st around. (36 sts)

Round 9: (Sc in next 5 sts, inc in next st) 6 times. (42 sts)

Round 10: Working in BLO, sc in each st around. (42 sts)

Round 11: Sc in each st around. (42 sts)

Round 12: (Sc in next 6 sts, inc in next st) 6 times. (48 sts)

Round 13: Working in BLO, sc in each st around. (48 sts)

Rounds 14–15: Sc in each st around. (48 sts) — this is the widest point of the teardrop.

Narrowing Section — Decrease Rows

From here, you will gradually decrease to create the narrowing top of the teardrop shape.

Round 16: Working in BLO, sc in each st around. (48 sts)

Round 17: (Sc in next 6 sts, dec) 6 times. (42 sts)

Round 18: Sc in each st around. (42 sts)

Round 19: Working in BLO, sc in each st around. (42 sts)

Round 20: (Sc in next 5 sts, dec) 6 times. (36 sts)

Round 21: Sc in each st around. (36 sts)

Round 22: Working in BLO, sc in each st around. (36 sts)

Round 23: (Sc in next 4 sts, dec) 6 times. (30 sts)

Round 24: Sc in each st around. (30 sts)

Round 25: Working in BLO, sc in each st around. (30 sts)

Round 26: (Sc in next 3 sts, dec) 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 27: Sc in each st around. (24 sts)

Top Band for the Dowel

This section creates a flat band at the top of the basket that will fold over the dowel and be sewn down on the inside, forming a clean, finished channel.

Round 28: Working in FLO, sc in each st around. (24 sts) — this creates a fold line.

Rounds 29–32: Sc in each st around. (24 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail of approximately 18 inches for sewing.

Attaching the Dowel

Fold the top band down over the dowel so that the fold line from Round 28 sits at the front top edge of the basket. The dowel should rest inside the fold. Using your yarn needle and the long tail, whipstitch the last round of the band to the inside of Round 27, working through both layers to secure the dowel firmly in place. Weave in the end securely.

If you want extra security, you can add a few additional stitches at each end of the dowel channel to prevent the dowel from sliding side to side.

Making the Hanging Loop

Cut two pieces of your macramé rope or a sturdy decorative cord, each about 12 inches long. Fold each piece in half and loop it around each end of the dowel using a lark’s head knot. Bring all four strands together and tie an overhand knot about 6 to 8 inches above the dowel. Trim the ends evenly. This creates a simple, clean loop for hanging the basket on a nail or hook.

Alternatively, you can braid three strands together for a more decorative hanging cord, or use a length of leather cord for a more rustic look.

Optional Fringe

Fringe is completely optional, but it adds beautiful movement and a boho feel to the finished piece. Cut pieces of yarn or macramé cord approximately 6 inches long. Fold each piece in half and use your hook to pull the folded loop through the bottom edge of the basket, then pull the ends through the loop and tighten. Space the fringe pieces evenly around the base. Trim the fringe to a uniform length or cut it at a slight angle for a more relaxed, organic finish.

You can also add fringe to the ends of the dowel, or tie small wooden beads or metal rings into the hanging cord for extra decoration.

Tips for a Beautiful Finished Basket

Blocking: Once your basket is finished, lightly mist it with water and use your hands to shape it into the teardrop silhouette. Allow it to dry completely before hanging. This step makes a significant difference in how polished the final piece looks.

Stiffening: If you want a very structured basket that holds its shape with heavier contents, you can use a fabric stiffener or a mixture of equal parts white glue and water. Apply it lightly with a sponge or brush while the basket is shaped correctly, then allow it to dry fully.

Tension consistency: Working in the back loop only on every third round is the rhythm that gives this basket its ridged texture. Try to keep your tension consistent throughout — if you notice your work pulling too tight during the decrease rounds, loosen your grip slightly and let the hook do the work.

Weaving in ends: This pattern does not have many color changes, so end management is fairly simple. Take the time to weave each end in securely in at least two directions — this is especially important for a piece that will hold weight.

Yarn substitutions: If you cannot find a cotton-jute blend, a 100% cotton macramé cord works beautifully. Avoid super-soft, fluffy yarns like chenille or velvet for this pattern — they tend to stretch out over time and the texture of the stitch pattern gets lost in the fiber.

Display and Styling Ideas

One of the most enjoyable parts of a project like this is deciding how to style it once it is hanging on the wall. Here are a few ideas to get you thinking.

In a bathroom, hang the basket near the sink or bathtub and use it to hold rolled hand towels, a small plant like a trailing pothos, or a collection of pretty soap bars. The cotton yarn holds up well in slightly humid environments.

In a nursery or child’s room, fill the basket with soft stuffed animals, small board books, or a few little toys. The organic shape and natural colors work beautifully in gender-neutral nursery designs.

In a home office or craft room, use the basket to corral small supplies — washi tape rolls, scissors, sticky notes, or a bundle of pens. It keeps the surface of your desk clear while adding warmth to the wall.

In a living room or entryway, tuck in a small trailing plant, a bundle of dried pampas grass, or a few eucalyptus sprigs. The natural fiber of the basket and the botanical contents create a cohesive, earthy vibe.

You can also cluster several baskets of different sizes together on a gallery wall for a really dramatic, bohemian display. Mix your teardrop baskets with woven wall hangings, macramé panels, and framed prints in earthy tones for a layered, collected look.

Making This Pattern Your Own

The beauty of a free crochet pattern is that it is a starting point, not a rulebook. Once you are comfortable with the basic teardrop shape, there are so many ways to make this basket uniquely yours.

Try adding a simple stripe or color block by switching yarn colors at the beginning of a round. A two-tone basket in cream and terracotta, or sage green and natural, is a classic combination that never goes out of style.

You can experiment with adding a simple textured stitch in the middle section of the basket — a row or two of front post double crochet creates a beautiful raised effect that adds dimension without complicating the overall construction.

If you want a larger basket, simply increase the number of stitches in your base oval and add extra increase rounds before you begin the decrease section. The proportions of this pattern scale up easily.

For a miniature version, reduce your hook size and use a fingering or sport weight yarn to make a tiny teardrop basket perfect for jewelry storage or as an ornament.

Sharing Your Work

If you make this pattern, please share your finished basket! Tag your photos with #cozyteardropstorage and leave a comment below with any modifications you made or questions you ran into along the way. Seeing how different yarn choices and color combinations transform the same pattern is one of the great joys of sharing free crochet patterns, and your version might be exactly the inspiration someone else needs to pick up their hook and start.

Happy crocheting — and enjoy every stitch of this one.