How to Make Crochet Easter Baskets – Cute, Quick, and Great for Stash Yarn

This is such a sweet little Easter crochet project. The basket has that chunky, colorful look that works really well for egg hunts, table decor, or popping in a few chocolates for a handmade gift. It uses Lily Sugar’n Cream cotton, a 4.5 mm hook, and the tutorial says one ball is enough for one basket, with plenty of color options if you want stripes or themed versions.

What I like about this pattern is that it feels doable. The basket is worked from a magic circle with simple single crochet rounds to build the base, then straight rounds for the sides, so it is the kind of project you could finish in an hour or so once you get going. The handle is made separately, then folded over a furry wire to help it hold its shape, which is a nice practical touch.

It also has lots of room to play with color, which is half the fun with Easter crafts anyway. The original project even suggests using different color combinations, including team colors, so this one would be easy to personalize for kids or make to match your Easter table.

The only little thing I would say is that this feels like one of those older-style patterns where you may need to read carefully as you go. There is even a comment on the post from a reader confused about the early round instructions, so beginners might need a bit of crochet confidence when starting out.

This Free Whip It Up Crochet Blanket Pattern from Mary Maxim looks like pure comfort crochet. It is a free download for a crochet afghan, and Mary Maxim describes it as a beautifully textured blanket with a plush, soft texture designed to be worked up quickly.

The yarn choice is what really sets the tone here. This pattern uses Bernat Blanket Extra Thick, with 5 skeins and a U.S. U/50 (25 mm) crochet hook. That puts it firmly in the jumbo-yarn category, which usually means fast progress, chunky stitches, and that lovely instant-gratification feeling where the blanket actually starts looking like a blanket very quickly. Mary Maxim lists the yarn as weight 7 jumbo.

The finished size is also generous at 52 x 60 inches, so this is more than a tiny lap throw. It sounds like a proper snuggle-on-the-sofa blanket, and one that would make a nice gift as well. Mary Maxim specifically suggests it as a throw for home décor or as a thoughtful handmade present.

Skill-wise, this one looks very approachable. The page lists it as Beginner / Easy, and the stitch requirements are simple: chain, double crochet, repeat, single crochet, and slip knot. That makes it a good option for newer crocheters who want a chunky blanket project without too much fuss, or for more experienced crocheters who just want something relaxing and cozy on the hook.

I also think this is the kind of pattern that has strong appeal for anyone who likes fast, useful projects. Jumbo yarn blankets are not subtle, but that is part of their charm. They feel squishy, dramatic, and very giftable. Sometimes you want a delicate heirloom project, and sometimes you want a big soft blanket that feels like crocheting with a cloud. This one definitely leans toward the second category. That last part is my take based on the listed materials, size, and description.

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