How to Make a Crochet Rainbow Rope Basket

It looks like a totally masterpiece of art on colors!! The crochet stitch is easy, and Alia put together the picture tutorial to make us even beginners to go about.

The color combination is just perfect for the Autumn season, go play with the colors with this idea and make a suit of baskets all year around.

Basket is always an indispensable essential that can put to use in various ways around the home. Besides for your own home storage, they are the kinds of projects that make for heart warming handmade gifts for any occasion, too.

Crochet Rainbow Rope Basket

Creating a Crochet Rainbow Rope Basket combines durability with a splash of color, adding both function and flair to any space.

This versatile project is ideal for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike, and you’ll love how each round of color adds a new level of cheer.

Whether you’re using it for storage or as a unique decor piece, this rainbow basket will stand out as a handmade favorite.

>> CHECK HERE THE PATTERN <<

Look at the Tote looking basket that you can take out for shopping, with the yarn tassels, are they just fabulous matching for any outfits?

Step-by-Step Guide to Crochet a Rainbow Rope Basket

This step-by-step pattern will guide you through making a round, flat-bottomed crochet basket with rainbow stripes. You can easily adapt the pattern to make your basket taller, wider, or in different shapes.

1. Start with a Magic Ring and Create the Base

Begin by crocheting the basket’s base. A sturdy foundation ensures the basket can hold various items without collapsing.

1. Magic Ring: Start with a magic ring using your first color.
2. Round 1: Work 6 single crochet (sc) stitches into the ring and pull it tight. Slip stitch to join the round.
3. Round 2: Change to your next color if you’re switching frequently. Work 2 sc stitches in each stitch around for a total of 12 stitches.
4. Round 3: Continue increasing by doing 1 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the following stitch, and repeating around. Change colors every few rounds to create stripes.

Pro Tip: Keep the rope in the center of each stitch to maintain even tension and structure.

2. Build the Sides of the Basket

Once the base reaches your desired diameter, it’s time to stop increasing and start crocheting upward to build the basket’s sides.

1. Side Round 1: In your next color, work 1 sc in each stitch around without increasing. This will create a flat wall for the sides.
2. Side Rounds 2-10 (or desired height): Continue crocheting 1 sc in each stitch for each round, changing colors every couple of rounds to form rainbow stripes.

Creative Tip: For a playful look, vary the thickness of your stripes by changing colors every 1-2 rounds.

3. Add Handles (Optional)

Handles make your basket more functional and easy to carry. They’re simple to add and can be done in any row near the top.

1. Handle Round: Crochet around until you reach the spot where you’d like the first handle. Chain 6 (or more for larger handles), skip the same number of stitches, and continue crocheting in the round. Repeat on the opposite side for the second handle.
2. Next Round: Crochet into each stitch, including those in the chain, to reinforce the handles.

Tip: For a sturdier basket, use two rounds for the handles. Alternatively, use a contrasting color to make the handles stand out.

4. Finish with a Decorative Border

Adding a border to the top of your basket gives it a polished finish.

1. Border Round: Work one round of slip stitches or single crochet along the top edge for a neat, finished look.
2. Fasten Off: Cut the yarn and secure the end by weaving it through the last few stitches.