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Crochet Elegant Textured Basket and Coaster Set Free Pattern

OEMGrid: Original Essentials, Maker Tools & Artisan Crafts • November 05, 2026

Introduction

This elegant basket and coaster set is the perfect beginner-friendly project for anyone who wants to add a touch of handmade warmth to their home. Worked in a rich, earthy brown yarn, the set features a crisp-edged basket with a delicate scalloped rim and three matching square coasters with a textured center motif.

The basket is sturdy enough to hold small treasures on a shelf or table, while the coasters protect your surfaces with style. The front post stitches in the coaster centers add a subtle, sophisticated texture that looks far more complicated than it is.

If you can crochet a double crochet and a single crochet, you can make this set. Let's get started!

Materials Needed

Yarn: Light worsted #3 weight yarn in warm brown, approximately 150 yards total for the set
Hook: 5.00 mm (H-8) crochet hook
Notions: Scissors, yarn needle, stitch marker (optional, for marking rounds)
Finished size: Basket approximately 5 inches in diameter and 3 inches tall; each coaster approximately 4 inches square

Abbreviations

ch — chain
sc — single crochet
dc — double crochet
fpdc — front post double crochet (worked around the post of the stitch below, from front to back)
sk — skip
sl st — slip stitch
st(s) — stitch(es)
rnd — round

Gauge

16 dc and 8 rounds = 4 inches (10 cm) in double crochet worked in the round. To check, crochet a small swatch in the round and measure a 4-inch section; if your stitches are larger or smaller, adjust your hook size.

Tips Before You Start

Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round, especially in the basket base where the rounds can be tricky to track.
Keep your tension even and slightly firm so the basket holds its shape and stands upright.
When working Round 5 of the basket, be sure to work into the back loop only — this creates the crisp fold that defines the base from the sides.
For the coasters, the fpdc stitches are worked around the post of the stitch below; take your time to keep the texture neat and consistent.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Basket (approximately 5 inches diameter, 3 inches tall)

Rnd 1: Start with a magic ring, ch 1, 12 dc into the ring, sl st to first dc to join (12 dc).

Rnd 2: Ch 2 (counts as dc), dc in same st, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to top of ch-2 (24 dc).

Rnd 3: Ch 2, *dc in next st, 2 dc in next st*, repeat * to * around, sl st to top of ch-2 (36 dc).

Rnd 4: Ch 2, *dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st*, repeat * to * around, sl st to top of ch-2 (48 dc). Base should measure approximately 5 inches in diameter. Do not increase further.

Rnd 5 (Sides): Ch 2, dc in back loop only of each st around, sl st to top of ch-2 (48 dc). This creates a crisp edge for the sides.

Rnds 6-10: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to top of ch-2 (48 dc). After Round 10, sides should measure approximately 3 inches tall.

Rnd 11 (Scalloped Edging): Ch 1, sc in same st, *sk next st, 5 dc in next st (shell made), sk next st, sc in next st*, repeat * to * around, ending with sl st to first sc (12 shells).

Finish off and weave in ends.

Coasters (make 3, each approximately 4 inches square)

Each coaster is worked in joined rounds, with corner shaping to create a square. The center motif is textured with post stitches.

Rnd 1 (Center Motif): Start with a magic ring, ch 2 (counts as first dc), 11 dc into the ring, sl st to top of ch-2 to join (12 dc).

Rnd 2 (Textured Center): Ch 2 (counts as first dc), dc in same st, *fpdc around next st, 2 dc in next st*, repeat * to * around, sl st to top of ch-2 (18 sts: 12 dc and 6 fpdc).

Rnd 3 (Square Shaping): Ch 2 (counts as first dc), dc in next 2 sts, *3 dc in next st (corner), dc in next 3 sts*, repeat * to * around, sl st to top of ch-2 (24 dc). This creates four corners.

Rnd 4: Ch 2 (counts as first dc), dc in each st around, working 3 dc in each corner st, sl st to top of ch-2 (36 dc).

Rnd 5: Ch 2 (counts as first dc), dc in each st around, working 3 dc in each corner st, sl st to top of ch-2 (48 dc). Coaster should now measure approximately 4 inches square.

Rnd 6 (Scalloped Edging): Ch 1, sc in same st, *sk next st, 5 dc in next st (shell made), sk next st, sc in next st*, repeat * to * around, working shells along the edges and at corners as needed to maintain square shape, sl st to first sc (approximately 12 shells).

Finish off and weave in ends. Repeat Rnds 1-6 to make a total of 3 coasters.

Assembly and Finishing

Weave in all remaining ends with your yarn needle, working them into the wrong side of the fabric. Block the basket and coasters to shape: mist lightly with water, pin the coasters into squares and the basket into a round, and allow to dry completely. This helps the scalloped edges lie flat and the basket hold its shape.

Pro Tips and Variations

Try a contrasting color for the scalloped edging to make the shells pop.
Make a larger basket by continuing the increase rounds in pattern before starting the sides.
Add a small loop to the coaster edging to turn one into a hanging ornament or gift tag.

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