Get ready to hop into the spirit of spring with this Amigurumi Easter Basket crochet pattern! Whether you’re crafting a festive centerpiece, a sweet gift, or a charming addition to your seasonal decor, this free pattern brings all the joy of Easter in every stitch. With its adorable basket design and space to tuck in tiny treats, this project is perfect for celebrating the season with a handmade touch. Whether filled with colorful eggs, tiny bunnies, or little surprises, this crochet basket is sure to brighten up your Easter celebrations!
Designed for creativity and customization, this pattern lets you play with pastel shades, textured stitches, and fun embellishments to make your Easter basket truly special. Add decorative details like tiny bows, floral accents, or even a little chick peeking out for extra charm! Whether you’re crocheting for little ones, gifting to a friend, or simply enjoying the joy of seasonal crafting, this delightful project is a fun and rewarding way to bring a bit of Easter magic to life—one stitch at a time! 🧺🐣✨
🧺 Amigurumi Easter Basket With Bunny & Eggs – Crochet Pattern
This charming Easter basket features a thick, chunky crocheted body, a heavily braided handle, pastel flower appliqués, and a cozy interior filled with soft crocheted eggs and a tiny bunny companion. The basket has rounded sides and a dense stitch texture, giving it a sturdy yet handmade look. Inside, a small cream bunny with upright ears and a delicate pink bow sits nestled among pastel eggs and soft fabric lining.
This project is ideal for spring décor, Easter gifting, or a keepsake display piece.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate
Includes tight single crochet, shaping in the round, appliqués, braiding, and small amigurumi assembly.
📏 Finished Measurements (Approx.)
- Basket height (without handle): 15 cm / 6 in
- Basket height (with handle): 23–25 cm / 9–10 in
- Basket diameter: 16–17 cm / 6.5 in
- Bunny height: 10–11 cm / 4–4.5 in
- Eggs: 6–7 cm / 2.5–3 in
🧶 Materials
Yarn (cotton or cotton-blend recommended for structure)
- Cream / off-white – basket and bunny
- Pastel pink – bow, flowers
- Pastel yellow, lavender, mint, baby blue – eggs
- Light green – leaves
- Small contrast shade – flower centers
Tools & Notions
- 3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook (tight tension)
- 6 mm black safety eyes
- Polyester fiberfill
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Optional: pink tulle or chiffon fabric
- Optional: wooden or cardstock Easter tag
🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic ring
sc – Single crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten off
BLO – Back loop only
Work in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise.
🧺 Basket Body
Base
With cream yarn:
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
R7: (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
R8: (6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
R9: (7 sc, inc) x6 (54)
R10: (8 sc, inc) x6 (60)
Side Transition
R11: BLO sc around (60)
(This forms the defined base edge seen in the basket.)
Basket Walls
R12–22: sc around (60)
FO. Do not taper or flare the top; the sides remain straight and rounded.
🧺 Braided Handle
Make three identical strands:
Ch 70
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (69)
FO
Lightly stretch each strand, braid tightly, and sew securely to opposite sides of the basket. The handle should arch smoothly without stiffness.
🌸 Flower Appliqués
Flowers (Make 7–9)
With pastel yarn:
MR, 6 sc, join with sl st.
(ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st) in each stitch (6 petals)
FO, leave tail for sewing.
Flower Centers (Optional)
MR 5 sc
FO, sew to center.
Leaves (1–2 per flower)
Ch 6
sc in 2nd ch, hdc, dc, hdc, sc
FO
Attach flowers evenly around the basket and one or two along the handle braid.
🐰 Mini Bunny
Head
With cream yarn:
R1: MR 6
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5–8: sc around (24)
Insert safety eyes between R5–6, spaced about 6 stitches apart.
R9: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
R10: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly
R11: dec x6 (6)
FO, close.
Body
R1: MR 6
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4–6: sc around (18)
Stuff lightly.
R7: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
FO
Sew body to head.
Arms (2)
MR 6
R2–4: sc around (6)
Stuff lightly, flatten, FO.
Legs (2)
MR 6
R2: (sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3–4: sc around (9)
Stuff lightly, FO.
Sew legs so the bunny sits upright.
Ears (2)
MR 4
R2: inc x4 (8)
R3–8: sc around (8)
FO, flatten slightly.
Sew close together on top of head.
Tail
MR 5 sc
FO, sew to back.
🎀 Bow
With pink yarn:
Ch 14
Row 1: hdc in 2nd ch and across (13)
Rows 2–4: ch 1, turn, hdc across (13)
FO
Wrap yarn tightly around center 10–12 times and sew under the head.
🥚 Easter Eggs (Make 6–8)
MR 6
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5–7: sc around (24)
R8: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
R9: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly
R10: dec x6 (6)
FO
🧵 Assembly & Styling
- Line basket with pink tulle or chiffon
- Arrange eggs first for fullness
- Seat bunny slightly forward
- Attach flowers and leaves
- Hang tag from handle if desired
🌷 Final Notes
This Easter basket combines cozy texture, soft pastels, and delicate details into a warm seasonal piece that feels both playful and timeless. From the chunky basket stitches to the tiny bunny tucked inside, every element works together to create a display you’ll enjoy year after year.
Perfect for Easter décor, gifting, or a spring centerpiece — and a joy to crochet from start to finish. 🧺🐰🌸
