Crochet Teardrop Hanging Basket Pattern: A Boho Storage Basket for Your Farmhouse Home

If you’ve been scrolling through home decor inspiration lately, you’ve probably noticed the beautiful teardrop-shaped hanging baskets showing up everywhere — in boho living rooms, above farmhouse kitchen counters, dangling from macramé hooks in sunlit bedrooms. They look expensive and artisan-made, but here’s the secret: you can crochet your own in a weekend, customize the size to fit your space, and end up with something that looks like it came straight from a curated boutique. This free crochet teardrop basket pattern will walk you through every step, from materials to finishing touches, so you can create the perfect boho storage hanging basket for your home.

Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter looking for a satisfying home decor project or an intermediate crafter ready to level up your skills, this pattern is designed to be clear, approachable, and endlessly adaptable. Let’s dive in.

Why Crochet a Teardrop Hanging Basket?

Before we get into the pattern itself, let’s talk about why this shape has become such a beloved piece in boho and farmhouse rustic decor.

The teardrop silhouette — narrow at the top and wide at the belly — is naturally elegant. It mimics shapes found in nature, which is exactly why it fits so seamlessly into earthy, organic interior styles. Unlike a straight cylinder basket, a teardrop basket draws the eye upward and creates visual interest on an otherwise flat wall. When hung in groups of two or three at staggered heights, they transform a blank wall into a living, textured installation.

Functionally, hanging baskets solve a very real problem in small homes and apartments: they get items off the counter and shelves without eating up additional surface space. Use them to store cotton balls and toiletries in the bathroom, dried herbs or garlic in the kitchen, small toys in a nursery, or yarn and craft supplies in your studio. The open weave of crochet lets air circulate, making it especially good for storing things like fruit, fresh herbs, or anything that would otherwise get musty in a closed container.

And from a decor standpoint, a handmade crochet basket in natural cotton or jute instantly adds that handcrafted warmth that no mass-produced item can replicate. It’s the definition of rustic farmhouse charm.

Materials You’ll Need

Here’s what to gather before you start. Most of these items are easy to find at your local craft store or online.

Yarn: 200–300 yards of bulky weight (size 5 or 6) natural cotton rope yarn or macramé cotton cord. Look for a 3mm or 5mm single-twist or three-strand cotton rope. Natural ecru, cream, or off-white gives the most classic boho farmhouse look, but you can also dye your finished basket or choose a colored rope for a more playful aesthetic.

Hook: A 6mm or 6.5mm crochet hook for standard bulky cotton rope. If your rope feels stiff, size up slightly. If your stitches look loose and floppy, size down.

Notions: A tapestry needle or large blunt needle for weaving in ends, scissors, a stitch marker (a piece of contrasting yarn works fine), a wooden or metal ring (2–3 inches in diameter) for hanging, and optional — a few wooden beads or feathers for embellishment.

Optional for stiffening: A spray bottle filled with a mixture of water and white craft glue (roughly 50/50 ratio). This is especially useful if you want your basket to hold its teardrop shape firmly when empty.

Abbreviations and Stitch Guide

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 into the same stitch)
dec — decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
MR — magic ring
BLO — back loop only
st(s) — stitch(es)
rnd — round

Pattern Notes

This basket is worked in continuous rounds from the bottom up. Do not join rounds unless specified — instead, use a stitch marker to track the beginning of each round and move it up as you go. The teardrop shape is achieved by starting with a flat oval base, increasing aggressively at the sides and bottom to build the rounded belly, and then decreasing inward toward the top to create the narrow opening. The result is that signature teardrop silhouette.

Gauge: Approximately 12 sc x 14 rows = 4 inches in single crochet with 6mm hook and bulky cotton rope. Gauge is not critical for this project, but consistent tension throughout will give you a more uniform shape.

Finished size: Approximately 10 inches tall and 8 inches wide at the widest point. Instructions for sizing up or down are included at the end of the pattern.

The Pattern

Part One: The Oval Base

The base of this basket is a flat oval rather than a circle, which is what gives the finished piece its distinctive shape. Think of it as the foundation of the teardrop’s belly.

Foundation chain: Chain 8.

Round 1: Starting in the second chain from the hook, sc in the next 6 stitches. Work 3 sc into the last chain (this is the rounded end of your oval). Now rotate your work and crochet along the other side of the foundation chain, working 5 sc. Work 2 sc into the same stitch as your very first sc. Place your stitch marker. You should have approximately 16 stitches.

Round 2: Work 1 sc into the next 6 sts. Work 2 sc (inc) into each of the next 3 sts. Work 1 sc into the next 5 sts. Work 2 sc into the next 2 sts. (22 sts)

Round 3: Sc in the next 6 sts. [Inc, sc in the next st] three times. Sc in the next 5 sts. [Inc, sc in the next st] two times. (27 sts)

Round 4: Sc in the next 6 sts. [Inc, sc in the next 2 sts] three times. Sc in the next 5 sts. [Inc, sc in the next 2 sts] two times. (32 sts)

At the end of Round 4, your oval base should measure roughly 5 inches long and 3.5 inches wide. It should lie flat. If it’s cupping upward, your tension is too tight — try loosening up your grip or sizing up your hook. If it’s ruffling outward, it’s too loose — try sizing down.

Part Two: Building the Sides

Now you’ll begin working upward to create the walls of the basket. The key here is to work in the back loop only for the first round of the sides — this creates a crisp, defined edge where the base meets the walls, which is what gives handmade baskets that polished, professional look.

Round 5 (BLO): Working in the back loop only, sc in every stitch around. (32 sts) This round locks in your flat base and begins the vertical climb of the walls.

Round 6: Sc in every stitch around. (32 sts)

Round 7: [Sc in the next 3 sts, inc] repeat around. (40 sts)

Round 8: Sc in every stitch around. (40 sts)

Round 9: [Sc in the next 4 sts, inc] repeat around. (48 sts)

Round 10: Sc in every stitch around. (48 sts)

Round 11: [Sc in the next 5 sts, inc] repeat around. (56 sts)

Round 12: Sc in every stitch around. (56 sts)

Round 13: Sc in every stitch around. (56 sts)

Round 14: [Sc in the next 4 sts, inc] repeat around. (67 sts) — This is the widest round of your basket belly. At this point your basket should have a noticeable rounded shape.

Round 15: Sc in every stitch around. (67 sts)

Round 16: Sc in every stitch around. (67 sts)

Part Three: Tapering to the Teardrop Neck

This is where the magic happens. You’ll start decreasing to pull the basket inward and create that signature narrow neck at the top.

Round 17: [Sc in the next 5 sts, dec] repeat around. End with sc in remaining sts. (58 sts approximately — adjust as needed to maintain even spacing)

Round 18: Sc in every stitch around.

Round 19: [Sc in the next 4 sts, dec] repeat around. (approximately 48 sts)

Round 20: Sc in every stitch around.

Round 21: [Sc in the next 3 sts, dec] repeat around. (approximately 38 sts)

Round 22: Sc in every stitch around.

Round 23: [Sc in the next 2 sts, dec] repeat around. (approximately 28 sts)

Round 24: Sc in every stitch around.

Round 25: [Sc in the next st, dec] repeat around. (approximately 18 sts)

Round 26: Sc in every stitch around. (18 sts)

Round 27: Sc in every stitch around. (18 sts)

At this point, your basket should have a clear teardrop shape with a narrow neck at the top. The opening should be just wide enough to reach your hand into comfortably — about 4 to 5 inches in diameter.

Part Four: The Rim and Hanging Loop

The rim gives your basket a finished, intentional look and the place to attach your hanging loop.

Round 28: Working in BLO, sc in every stitch around. This creates a visible ridge that defines the top edge of your basket.

Round 29: Sc in every stitch around. Sl st to join round. Fasten off and leave a 6-inch tail.

Hanging loop: Using your tapestry needle and the tail end, or a new length of rope, weave the rope through the top stitches and gather them slightly toward the center. Thread the rope through your wooden or metal ring (or tie it directly to a ceiling hook with a decorative knot), adjusting the length of your hanging cord to wherever you’d like the basket to rest. A cord of 12 to 18 inches works well for most applications, but for a dramatic staggered wall grouping, you might make one cord as long as 36 inches.

Secure all ends tightly and weave in any remaining tails.

How to Shape and Stiffen Your Basket

Fresh off the hook, your crochet rope basket will have some natural structure, but if you want it to hold a perfect teardrop shape even when it’s empty, stiffening is the way to go.

Mix equal parts white craft glue and water in a bowl. Submerge your basket in the mixture and squeeze it through the fibers until fully saturated. Wring out the excess gently. Stuff the inside loosely with a plastic bag or crumpled newspaper shaped into a teardrop, then hang it from its loop and let it dry completely — this usually takes 12 to 24 hours depending on humidity. Once dry, remove the stuffing and your basket will maintain its beautiful curved shape.

For a lighter hold that still adds some body, use spray starch instead and mist the outside of the basket while shaping it by hand.

Decorating Your Hanging Basket

This is the fun part, and it’s where your personal style gets to come through. Here are a few ideas to customize your teardrop hanging basket for different aesthetics.

For a classic boho look, add a few wooden beads to the hanging cord before attaching the ring. Thread them in groups of three separated by simple knots, and they’ll catch the light beautifully. You can also add a bundle of natural feathers or a small dried pampas grass plume tucked into the opening of the basket.

For farmhouse rustic style, keep it simple and natural. An unadorned cream cotton basket with a thick jute cord for hanging is timeless and clean. Add a small cotton tag stamped with a word like “herbs” or “gather” if you’re using it in a kitchen.

For a more modern boho look, try dyeing your basket with a plant-based dye like turmeric (for golden yellow), avocado pits (for dusty rose), or red cabbage (for soft lavender). The natural cotton takes dye beautifully and the result is completely unique.

For a minimalist Scandinavian-inspired look, go monochromatic — white basket, white cord, white ring. Group three baskets at different heights for a clean, sculptural wall installation.

How to Hang Your Teardrop Basket

When it comes to hanging your baskets, a simple ceiling hook screwed into a stud (or with a drywall anchor) works perfectly. Command hooks rated for a few pounds are a good no-damage option for renters.

For a grouped wall installation, use three baskets of slightly different sizes and hang them at different heights — perhaps 60 inches, 48 inches, and 72 inches from the floor. This creates an organic, collected look rather than a rigid, symmetrical one.

In a kitchen, hang your basket near a window and tuck in a trailing pothos or small herb plant. The combination of greenery and texture is absolutely stunning.

In a nursery or child’s room, hang the basket lower (out of reach but still decorative) and fill it with a few rolled up muslin swaddles, a small stuffed animal peeking over the top, or a little bundle of dried lavender.

Sizing Up or Down

The beauty of this pattern is how easily it scales. To make a smaller basket (great for a bathroom or nursery), simply work fewer increase rounds in Part Two and start your decreases sooner. A mini version might only reach Round 11 before beginning to taper.

To make a larger basket (perfect for storing blankets, pillows, or a big ball of yarn), use a thicker rope — try a 5mm macramé cord or even a thick chunky knit yarn — and size up your hook accordingly. Add more rounds in Part Two before you begin tapering, and your basket will grow into a beautiful statement piece.

You can also adjust the depth of the basket versus the belly size to create different proportions. A wider, shorter belly with a longer neck creates more of a gourd or vase shape. A deeper belly with a shorter neck looks more like a traditional teardrop. Play around and see what speaks to you.

Caring for Your Crochet Basket

Natural cotton rope baskets are fairly easy to care for. Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap for everyday grime. If your basket needs a deeper clean, hand wash it in cool water with a gentle soap, reshape it while damp, stuff it lightly to hold the form, and lay it flat or hang it to dry out of direct sunlight (which can yellow natural cotton over time).

Avoid putting anything wet directly into an unstiffened basket, as prolonged moisture can cause the cotton to mildew. For bathroom use, make sure the space is well ventilated.

Final Thoughts

There is something deeply satisfying about crocheting a home decor piece that is genuinely functional, genuinely beautiful, and completely handmade. A crochet teardrop hanging basket checks every one of those boxes. It’s the kind of project that turns a skein of rope and an afternoon into something you’ll look at every single day on your wall and feel proud of.

Whether you’re filling yours with kitchen herbs, bathroom essentials, trailing plants, or simply leaving it empty to let the shape speak for itself, this boho storage basket has a warmth and charm that no store-bought version can match. Make one and see how quickly everyone asks where you got it. Then enjoy telling them you made it yourself.

Happy crocheting — and happy decorating.