Learn how to crochet a farmhouse hanging basket using plarn made from recycled plastic grocery bags. This free crochet pattern includes five sizes and uses simple double crochet stitches to create durable hanging storage for every room in your home. Organize mail, towels, yarn, produce, toys, and more while giving everyday plastic bags a second life.
Because the entire basket is crocheted with simple double crochet stitches, this is a wonderful first project if you’re new to working with plarn.
The Farmhouse Hanging Basket is a simple, practical project that transforms recycled plastic grocery bags into sturdy storage you’ll use every day. Crocheted entirely with beginner-friendly double crochet stitches, this basket works up quickly and creates a durable fabric that’s perfect for organizing your home.
Whether you hang it in an entryway, bathroom, laundry room, kitchen, or craft space, it’s a fun way to give plastic bags a second life while adding functional storage.
Hanging Storage Basket Includes 5 Sizes
One of my favorite things about this pattern is its versatility. With five included sizes, you can crochet everything from a small basket for keys or washcloths to a large hanging organizer for towels, reusable shopping bags, or even your latest yarn project. The simple stitch pattern makes it easy to customize the height and width, so you can create baskets that fit your own space and storage needs.
One pattern. Five sizes. Endless organizing possibilities.
| Size | Suggested Use |
| XS | Soap, scrubbers, keys |
| Small | Sunglasses, dog leash, washcloths |
| Medium | Mail, chargers, mittens |
| Large | Toilet paper, yarn, clothespins, notebooks |
| XL | Produce, reusable grocery bags, towels |
Why Crochet with Plarn?
Plarn is surprisingly strong, making it an excellent choice for baskets, totes, and organizers that get used every day. It’s lightweight, durable, moisture resistant, and a wonderful way to reuse plastic grocery bags that might otherwise end up in the trash. Every basket you crochet is both practical and a small step toward reducing waste.
Customize Your Plastic Bag Crochet Basket
One of the best things about crocheting with plarn is that every basket is unique. Don’t worry if your grocery bags aren’t all the same color—the natural mix of white, gray, tan, and printed bags creates a rustic farmhouse look full of character.
You can also sort your bags before making plarn to create your own color combinations. Try classic farmhouse neutrals with white, gray, and tan, coastal-inspired shades using white and blue, warm autumn tones with tan and orange bags, or festive baskets using red and white bags for the holidays. Every basket will be one of a kind.
A few more color combination ideas for your recycled grocery bag basket:
| Theme | Bag Colors |
| Farmhouse | White, Gray, Tan |
| Lakeside | White, Blue, Gray |
| Woodland | Brown, Green, White |
| Patriotic | Red, White, Blue |
| Holiday | Red, White, Green |
| Modern Monochrome | White, Gray, Black Printing |
| Cottage Garden | White with colorful printed bags mixed throughout |
How to Make Your Own Plarn
If you’re new to crocheting with eco-friendly plarn, be sure to visit our step-by-step tutorial on how to make plarn from recycled plastic grocery bags.
It includes detailed photos and a video tutorial to walk you through the entire process. Once you’ve mastered making plarn, you’ll be ready to create this hanging basket and explore even more recycled crochet projects, including our collection of market bags and other practical patterns.
Wall Hanging Basket Pattern Highlights
- Beginner-friendly crochet pattern
- Made with recycled plastic grocery bags (plarn)
- Five sizes included
- Durable and washable
- Uses simple double crochet stitches
- Great for organizing every room in your home
- Free written pattern with step-by-step instructions
Unlike many yarn baskets, plarn creates a sturdy fabric that easily holds its shape and can be wiped clean when needed.
Where to Use Your Hanging Basket
- Entryway for mail, keys, sunglasses, or dog leashes
- Bathroom for rolled towels and washcloths
- Laundry room for clothespins and dryer balls
- Kitchen for produce or reusable shopping bags
- Craft room for yarn, hooks, and current projects
- Kids’ room for stuffed animals or small toys
Can I use regular yarn?
Yes! While this pattern was designed for plarn made from recycled plastic grocery bags, you can also crochet these baskets with sturdy cotton yarn, macramé cord, or other durable fibers. The finished size and drape may vary depending on the material you choose.
Directions: Farmhouse Hanging Basket
Skill Level
Easy-Confident Beginner Crocheter
You should be able to crochet the chain stitch and double crochet stitch.
Gauge
Approximately 8 stitches and 4 rows every 4 X 4 inches.
Size
This pattern comes in five suggested sizes. However, it is easy to make this larger by just continuing to add rows. This will cause the basket to grow in width and length.
- XS = 9 inches top to bottom, 17 inches across the bottom unfolded, 6 inches across the bottom folded.
- Small = 11 inches top to bottom, 23 inches across the bottom unfolded, 8 inches across the bottom folded.
- Medium = 13 inches top to bottom, 29 inches across the bottom unfolded, 10 inches across the bottom folded.
- Large = 15 inches top to bottom, 33 inches across the bottom unfolded, 12 inches across the bottom folded.
- XL (shown) = 17 inches top to bottom, 39 inches across the bottom unfolded, 14 inches across the bottom folded.
Abbreviations
- CH = Chain Stitch
- DC = Double Crochet
- SP = Space
- ST = Stitch
- STs = Stitches
- SK = Skip
- [ ] = Repeat between
Materials
Homemade Plarn. Yarn made from plastic grocery bags.
- XS = 5 bags, about 100 yards.
- Small = 7 bags, about 125 yards.
- Medium = 10 bags, about 150 yards.
- Large = 13 bags, about 175 yards.
- XL (shown) = 16 bags, about 200 yards.
Crochet Hook Size N, 9.0mm
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Measuring Tape
Pattern Notes
Written in US Crochet Terms.
The basket is crocheted flat from the hanging loop downward, then folded and seamed to create the finished basket.
The chain 3 at the beginning of each row counts as a double crochet.
There are links for video tutorials for both left and right hand crocheters and photos to help with the pattern.
Crochet Stitches
Chain Stitch (CH)
Begin the chain stitch by making a slip knot on the crochet hook. Leave about a 5-inch tail on the yarn. This will be weaved in later.
Next snug up the yarn loop that is on the crochet hook; while it should be firm, it should also be loose enough to slide on the hook with ease.
Keeping the loop on the hook, wrap the yarn over the crochet hook from back to front. Draw the yarn through the loop. You’ve just made a chain stitch. Yarn over again and draw the yarn through the loop on the hook. Continue yarning over and drawing the yarn through the loop on the hook to make more chain stitches.
HOW TO CROCHET THE CHAIN STITCH video tutorial
Double Crochet Stitch (DC)
Yarn over, insert the hook in a stitch and pull up a loop. Next, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook. Lastly, yarn over again and pull through the last two loops on the hook.
HOW TO CROCHET THE DOUBLE CROCHET STITCH video tutorial
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Begin Crochet Pattern
Start by making a slip knot and adding the loop on the hook.
Chain 10 and join with a SL ST to form a ring.
Tip: If you are hanging your basket somewhere that does not need a large loop, you can work 6 or 8 chain stitches.
Row 1
CH 3 (Counts as DC). Work 3 DC inside the ring. Turn (4 DC)
Row 2
CH 3 (Counts as DC). Work 2 DC in the same ST. Then work 1 DC in each ST across. End with 3 DC in the top CH of the first CH 3 of the previous row. Turn (8 DC)
Row 3 and Beyond
Repeat Row 3. Note. The stitch count for each row will continue to increase by 4 stitches.
- XS = work 9 rows.
- Small = work 11 rows.
- Medium = work 13 rows.
- Large = work 15 rows.
- XL (shown) = work 17 rows.
Finishing
Fold the bottom edge in thirds with one edge over the other. Sew the bottom edge together making sure to catch all the layers.
I used the whip stitch to join the edges.
Whip Stitch Step-by-Step Instructions
Thread the needle with the yarn or plarn and align the fabric edges.
Insert the needle from the underside of the top layer, about 1/8 inch from the edge. Pull the yarn or plarn through until it is snug.
Loop Over the Edge: Bring the needle over the edge and insert it back through the layers, maintaining a consistent distance from the edge (about 1/8 inch) and spacing between stitches (1/4–3/8 inch).
Continue Stitching: Repeat the looping motion of bringing the needle over the edge of the fabric and inserting the needle back through the layers. Try and keep the stitches evenly spaced for a neat appearance.
Finishing: Weave the ends through the crochet stitches back and forth until the plarn feels secure. Snip off the excess plarn.
Video Tutorial for the Hanging Basket on our YouTube Channel
We hope this Farmhouse Hanging Basket helps you turn everyday plastic grocery bags into something beautiful and useful for your home.
XO
Vicky and Casey
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You can find Victoria crocheting, quilting, and creating recipes. She has cooked in restaurants for over 20 years, including many larger parties. She learned to crochet when she was just 11 years old and has been crocheting ever since; over 50 years now. Over 40 years ago, she loved her first class in sewing and continues to hone her skills in quilting. Many have enjoyed the handmade gifts over the years. In her professional career, she has worked in management in a wide variety of businesses including higher education as a dean of a division. All the while attending college part-time to achieve her doctorate in higher education with an emphasis in e-learning.