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Crochet Caddy Pattern

Crochet Caddy Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Crochet Caddy Pattern

This pattern makes a roomy crochet caddy with a sturdy t-shirt yarn base, an outer tidy section with multiple pockets for hooks and tools, and a hat-shaped pin cushion with a decorative starburst pocket front. It combines textured stitches like twisted single crochet and cluster stitches to create a professional-looking organizer. Suited for crafters who want a functional piece with charming details and clear step-by-step instructions.

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The pattern includes full materials, tool lists, and pictured finishing steps so you can sew pieces neatly and attach wooden rings for handles. Detailed stitch explanations and gauge notes help you get an even result every time.

Why You'll Love This Crochet Caddy Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns useful storage into a delightful handmade accent that sits right on your craft table. I enjoy the mix of sturdy t-shirt yarn for structure and finer acrylic yarn for decorative details; it feels satisfying to combine both. The pockets are thoughtful and well-planned so your hooks and scissors always have a home, which saves me time while I work. Making the hat-shaped pin cushion felt like adding a tiny personality to the caddy, and sewing the outer tidy section in place gives such a polished finish.

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Switch Things Up

I love customizing this caddy by changing colours to match my craft room; try contrasting colours for the base and outer tidy section to make the pockets pop.

You can make a smaller or larger caddy by adjusting the amount of foundation rounds for the base or by using a different yarn weight and hook size — thicker yarn and larger hook = larger caddy.

I often substitute the wooden rings for leather or rope handles for a different style and tactile feel; small leather straps give a more refined look.

Want a softer caddy? Use aran or bulky yarn for the outer tidy section instead of the recommended 3-ply acrylic and then use a slightly larger hook to keep drape.

I sometimes add a contrasting trim along the top edge of the outer tidy section to hide any join and to add a decorative finish that coordinates with the pin cushion.

For portable use, I make a detachable tidy section by adding a few discreet buttons or snaps so it can be removed for washing or to use separately as a pouch.

Try embroidering tiny labels or small motifs on the pockets to indicate tool size or owner, making it a great personalized gift idea.

If you want sturdier pockets, line the inside with a thin fabric and whip stitch it in place from the inside so the outside stitch look remains clean.

I sometimes replace the starburst square with a crocheted flower or appliqued motif for a seasonal look — switch to pastels for a softer vibe or bright brights for a modern pop.

Play with stitch textures: replace some rows of TSC with ribbed back-loop-only rows for a different tactile pocket opening and to ensure hooks stay secure.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch marker when working continuous rounds causes you to lose track of the start of round; always place a marker on your first stitch and move it each round. ✗ Working with t-shirt yarn too tightly makes the base stiff and uneven; keep your tension loose for the base and adjust if the diameter is smaller than specified. ✗ Forgetting to check gauge for the outer tidy section will make the tidy not fit the basket properly; make the sample gauge and adjust hook size until you reach 25 stitches x 24 rows = 4" x 4". ✗ Not rejoining in the front or back loop as instructed will change the pocket structure; be careful to re-join in the FL or BL only when the pattern requires it. ✗ Attaching the wooden rings without securing them in two stitches can make them loose; follow the attaching ring steps and secure each ring with two single crochets in the next two stitches.

Crochet Caddy Pattern

Make a practical and stylish crochet caddy to organize your hooks, scissors, and notions. This pattern guides you step-by-step through a sturdy t-shirt yarn base, a neat outer tidy section with pockets, and a cute hat-shaped pin cushion with starburst pocket front. You will enjoy clear instructions, helpful photos, and techniques like twisted single crochet and cluster stitches to give a polished finish.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Crochet Caddy Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    T-shirt yarn approximately 600 g for main basket base (use chunky t-shirt yarn for structure)
  • 02
    100 g (230 m) of 100% acrylic 3-ply yarn - main colour (for outer tidy section)
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    Oddments of 100% acrylic yarn, same weight and brand as main colour, small amounts for hat pin cushion and starburst pocket front (2-3 small balls or scraps)
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    Small amount of fiber fill for pin cushion stuffing (a few grams)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 9mm (for base foundation)
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    Crochet hook size 7mm (for sides and main basket)
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    Crochet hook size 3.5mm (for outer tidy section)
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    Crochet hook size 2.5mm (for hat pin cushion and starburst pocket front)
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    Yarn needle for sewing pieces and weaving in ends
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    Scissors
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    Pins for blocking and positioning outer tidy section
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    Stitch markers (the designer uses hairpins/bobby pins)
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    Small amount of polyester or fiber stuffing for pin cushion
  • 10
    2 x 2.5" macrame wooden rings for handles (optional)

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— Introduction :

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The crochet stitches are U.S. style, so for example 1 single crochet in US terms = 1 double crochet in UK terms. The number at the end of each round/row indicates the amount of stitches you should have left to work for the next round/row.

— Explanation of Special Terms :

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Invisible Join: This is used to finish a round. At the end of a round, pull up a loop from the last stitch made and cut loop. Thread the tail onto a yarn needle. Skip the next stitch and sew under the V of the next stitch. Bring the yarn round and sew through the middle of the V in the last stitch worked. Weave in tail.

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Continuous Rounds: These rounds are worked without slip stitch/chain into your first stitch. Just stitch directly into first stitch for next round. All first stitches in these rounds should be marked with a stitch marker.

— Materials :

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600 g of t-shirt yarn. 1 x 100g (230m) of 100% acrylic 3 ply yarn main colour. Oddments of 100% acrylic yarn the same weight and brand as your main colour, this will be for the hat pin cushion and the starburst pocket front. 9mm hook. 7mm hook. 3.5mm hook. 2.5mm hook. Small amount of fiber fill for pin cushion. 2 x 2.5" Macrame wooden rings for handles (optional). Yarn needle. Scissors. Pins. Stitch markers (I use hairpins/bobby pins).

— Gauge :

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In main colour (100% acrylic yarn) for outer tidy section worked with 3.5mm hook in twisted single crochet (see fig. 1). 25 stitches x 24 row = 4" x 4".

— Basket (Terms) :

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SC Single Crochet. TSC Twisted single crochet: Insert hook, place your hook over the top of working yarn Fig. 1 (instead of yarn over) pull through, 2 loops on hook, yarn over, pull through 2 loops.

— Base of Basket :

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When working with T-Shirt yarn keep your tension loose. Foundation: With a 9mm hook and the T-shirt yarn Ch5, sl st into first chain to make ring. Work in continuous rounds. NOTE always place a marker on your first stitch. Carry your tail from foundation round and pull tight at the end of Rd1 and weave in tail.

Round Rd1 :

Work into ring 1 sc x 8 (8)

Round Rd2 :

*sc-inc* x 8 (16)

Round Rd3 :

*1sc, sc-inc* x 8 (24)

Round Rd4 :

*1sc x 2, sc-inc* x 8 (32)

Round Rd5 :

*1sc x 3, sc-inc* x 8 (40)

Round Rd6 :

*1sc x 4, sc-inc* x 8 (48)

Round Rd7 :

*1sc x 5, sc-inc* x 8 (56)

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Your base should measure 8" in diameter. Cut yarn and finish with invisible join and weave in tail.

— Sides :

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With a 7mm hook, make a slip knot and re-join yarn to any FL of last round and twisted single crochet into same stitch (do not chain 1). Work in continuous rounds as follows:

Round Rd1 :

For this round only work in FL. 1 TSC x 55 (56)

Round Rd2 :

1 TSC x 56 (56)

Info :

Repeat Rd2 until sides measure 7" from base.

Round Next Rd :

1 TSC x 4, Ch 4, Sk 2, 1TSC x 4, Ch4, Sk2, 1TSC x 4, Ch4, Sk2, 1TSC x 38.

Round Final Rd :

1 TSC x 4, 1SC x 6 over Ch4 CH-SP, SK 1, 1 TSC x 3, 1SC x 6 over Ch4 stitches CH-SP, SK 1, 1TSC x 3, 1SC x 6 over Ch4 CH-SP, 1 TSC x 8, attach ring over next two stitches, 1 TSC x 26, attach wooden ring over next two stitches, 1TSC. Cut yarn and invisible join. Weave in tail.

Attaching Ring :

Repeat these steps twice for each ring.

Step 1 :

Insert hook into next stitch. Hold ring to the front. Make sure your yarn is at the front.

Step 2 :

Push working yarn through ring and grab yarn with hook.

Step 3 :

Pull yarn through (as though making a single crochet). 2 loops on hook.

Step 4 :

Complete the single crochet. Yarn over pull through the 2 loops. Repeat steps 1-4 again in next stitch to secure ring.

— Hat Shaped Pin Cushion & Starburst Pocket Front (Terms) :

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MR Make Magic Ring/circle. CH Chain. CH-SP Chain space. SC Single Crochet. SC-INC 1 single crochet increase (2 single crochet in same stitch). HDC Half Double Crochet. DC Double Crochet. TR Treble Crochet. SL ST Slip stitch. (......) Carry out instructions within brackets in same stitch. * Repeat instruction. FL Work in front loop only. ST Stitch. YO Yarn over hook.

— Hat Pin Cushion :

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Foundation: Using oddments of 100% acrylic yarn and a 2.5mm hook make MR, 1sc x 6 into ring. Close ring. Work in continuous rounds as follows:

Round Rd.1 :

*sc-inc* x 6 (12)

Round Rd.2 :

*1sc, sc-inc* x 6 (18)

Round Rd.3 :

*1sc x 2, sc-inc* x 6 (24)

Round Rd.4 :

*1sc x 3, sc-inc* x 6 (30)

Round Rd.5 :

*1sc x 4, sc-inc* x 6 (36)

Round Rd.6 :

*1sc x 5, sc-inc* x 6 (42)

Round Rd.7 & 8 :

1sc x 42 (42)

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Cut yarn and finish with invisible join. With a different colour, make a slip knot and re-join yarn anywhere in FL only of last round.

Round Rd. 9 :

In FL of each stitch 1sc x 42 (42)

Round Rd.10 & 11 :

1sc x 42 (42)

Round Rd. 12 :

*1 hdc, 1dc, 1tr, 1dc, 1hdc, 1sc* to end, sl st into first stitch and cut yarn. Weave in ends.

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With a different colour, re-join yarn anywhere of last round.

Round Rd. 13 :

(Ch2, 1sc), Ch2, *(1sc, Ch2)* in each stitch to last stitch 1sc, Ch2, sl st into first stitch. Cut yarn and fasten off. Weave in end.

— Pocket Front: Starburst Square :

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With oddments of acrylic yarn and 2.5mm hook.

Round Rd1 :

MR, ch3 (counts as 1 dc), 15 dc into ring. Sl st to top of ch3 to close round. Close ring and cut yarn. Sew in tails.

Round Rd2 :

Re-join yarn in top of any dc stitch from previous round and make 16 puff stitches.

Infos :

Steps for making a puff stitch: 1. Draw up a loop as high as chain 3 stitch (do not chain), yo, insert hook into same stitch, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook). 2. Yo, insert hook into same stitch, pull up a loop (5 loops on hook). 3. Yo, insert hook (into same stitch), pull up a loop (7 loops on hook). 4. Yo, pull through all 7 loops, ch1. This makes a Puff stitch. For next puff stitch, yo, insert hook into next dc from previous round, yo, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook), repeat steps 2, 3 and 4. Make 14 more puff stitches. You should have 16 puff stitches at the end of the round. Join round with a sl st into first ch stitch.

Round Rd3 :

Make a slip knot and re-join yarn in any Ch1 space from previous round and make 16 Double crochet cluster stitches.

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Steps for Cluster stitch. The first stitch is slightly different to the rest of the stitches in this round. 1. 1st Cluster stitch: Ch3, yo, insert hook into same stitch, yo pull through (3 loops on hook), yo pull through 2 loops only (do not finish off dc stitch), (2 loops on hook). 2. Yo, insert hook into same stitch, yo pull through (4 loops on hook), yo pull through 2 loops only (do not finish dc stitch), (3 loops on hook). 3. Yo, insert hook into same stitch, yo pull through (5 loops on hook), yo pull through 2 loops only (4 loops on hook), at this point you will see 4 double crochets made. 4. To finish stitch, yo (make sure your hook is facing down), pull through all four loops on your hook. Ch2. Now continue with 15 cluster stitches as follows: 1. Yo, go into next ch1 space, yo, pull through (3 loops on hook), yo pull through 2 loops, (2 loops on hook), Then repeat Cluster stitch steps 2, 3 & 4. Repeat steps 1 to 4 until you have 16 Double crochet cluster stitches. Sl st into top of first cluster stitch to close round. Cut yarn. Weave in ends.

Round Rd4 :

This is the same as a traditional granny square. (Ch4, 1 tr x 2, ch3, 1 tr x 3) forms the first corner. In next ch1 space, (1 dc x 3). In next ch1 space, (1 x 3 hdc). In next ch1 space, (1 x 3 dc). In next space (second corner), (1 x 3tr, ch3, 1 x 3tr). Repeat steps 2, 3, 4 and 5 two times. Then repeat steps 2, 3 and 4 one time. Sl st to top of ch3 to join round. Cut yarn and weave in ends.

— Outer Tidy Section of Crochet Caddy :

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If you struggle with this section it is covered in my video tutorial. Check your gauge before making this section.

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Terms: CH Chain. TSC Twisted single crochet. FL Front loop only. BL Back loop only. R Row. PM Place marker. Finished outer section measures 4 1/4" x 23 3/4".

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Foundation row: With a 3.5mm hook and main colour acrylic yarn Ch26. Skip first chain and 1 TSC x 25. Row

Row R. 1 :

1 TSC x 25, Ch1 turn (25)

Row R. 2 :

1 TSC x 25, Ch1 turn (25)

Row R. 3 :

1 TSC x 25, Ch1 turn (25)

Row R. 4 :

1 TSC x 5, BL only 1TSC x 20, pivot work and work back up FL only 1 TSC x 20. Ch1, turn. (45)

Row R. 5 :

1 TSC x 20, across bottom and up 1 TSC x 25. Ch1, turn. (45)

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This will form a split in your work to form the first pocket.

Row R. 6 :

1 TSC x 25, across bottom and up 1 TSC x 20 (45)

Row R. 7 :

1 TSC x 20, across bottom and up 1 TSC x 25 (45)

Row R. 8 :

1 TSC x 25, across bottom and up 1 TSC x 20 (45)

Row R. 9 :

1 TSC x 20, across bottom and up 1 TSC x 25 (45)

Row R. 10 :

1 TSC x 5, PM on 5th stitch, 1 TSC x 20, across bottom and up 1 TSC x 20. Ch1, turn.

Row R. 11 :

Join front of pocket to back by crocheting 1 TSC x 20 through both layers of pocket. Ch1, turn. (25)

Row R. 12 :

1 TSC x 25, Ch1, turn. (25)

Row R. 13 :

1 TSC x 25, Ch1, turn. (25)

Row R. 14 :

1 TSC x 25, Ch1, turn. (25)

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Rows 4 to 14 form the pattern for the crochet hook pockets. Repeat rows 4 to 14 three more times so you have 4 pockets ending with a R14.

Row R. 15 - 36 :

1 TSC x 25 (25)

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Now attach the pin cushion on. Using a yarn needle and the same colour yarn as the rim of the hat, back stitch around the inner rim of the hat shape. Before you finish leave a gap and stuff the hat with fibre fill. Finish sewing and cut yarn. Weave in ends.

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Continue with crochet hook pockets and repeat rows 4-14 two more times.

Row R. 37 & 38 :

1 TSC x 25

Row R. 39 :

1 TSC x 5, in FL only, 1 TSC x 5, Ch1, turn. *1 TSC x 5, Ch1 turn* x 7 more rows on these 5 stitches. Cut yarn and weave in ends.

Row R. 40 :

With right side facing, make a slip knot and re-join yarn to 11th stitch of R39 (left side of base of flap) and work 1 TSC to end. Ch1, turn.

Row R. 41 :

1 TSC x 25, working into BL of R18 ch1, turn. (25)

Row R. 42 - 45 :

1 TSC x 25 (25)

Row R. 46 :

1 TSC x 5, join flap to main piece of work, 1 TSC x 5 through both the flap and main piece, 1 TSC x 15 to end. (25)

Row R. 47, 48, 49 :

1 TSC x 25 (25)

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Next repeat rows 4-14 2 more times. Check the circumference of the main basket and make a note of the size of the circumference. Next continue to work 1 TSC x 25, Ch1, turn, until your work reaches around your basket and meets the beginning of your outer tidy section. Before you finish your outer tidy section pin around the basket and check to make sure it meets the beginning; it should be a snug fit and slightly taught. Cut yarn and leave a tail for sewing together both ends of the piece.

— Finishing :

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Pin Starburst pocket front to last section of outer piece and using a yarn needle backstitch around 3 edges leaving top edge open to form pocket. Stitch just under the V shapes of stitches.

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With wrong sides facing, whip stitch ends of outer piece together to form a circle. Stitch through back loops only. Cut yarn and weave in ends.

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Next slip the circular outer piece over your basket and pin in place making sure it is even. You can check by measuring from the top of the basket to the top of the outer piece. With same colour yarn as your outer piece, back stitch along top edge cut yarn and weave in ends to inside of basket. Then sew bottom edge in same way. Cut yarn and weaving end to inside of basket.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the outer tidy section by slipping the circular outer piece over the basket and pinning it evenly; backstitch along the top edge and then sew the bottom edge into the inside of the basket, trimming and weaving in ends.
  • Sew the starburst pocket front to the outer tidy section by backstitching around three edges, leaving the top open to form the pocket; stitch just under the V shapes of the stitches for a neat finish.
  • Attach wooden rings for handles by following attaching ring steps: insert hook into stitch, hold ring to front, pull yarn through ring, make single crochet, then repeat in next stitch to secure; repeat twice for each ring and weave ends.
  • Sew the hat-shaped pin cushion to the outer tidy section: back stitch around inner rim of the hat shape with matching yarn, leave a gap to stuff with fiber fill, then finish sewing and weave in ends.
  • Join the ends of the outer tidy section by whip stitching through back loops only to form a circle before slipping it over the basket so it fits snugly and slightly taught.
  • When joining pocket front to back (Row 11), crochet through both layers to secure the pocket by working 1 TSC x 20 through both layers and then continue with the pattern to finish the pocket rows.

Important Notes

  • 💡Always place and move a stitch marker when working continuous rounds to mark the first stitch; this prevents losing track of round starts.
  • 💡Keep tension loose when working with t-shirt yarn for the base to avoid warping and to reach the correct diameter of 8".
  • 💡Check the finished circumference of your basket before sewing the outer tidy section; pin the tidy around the basket to ensure a snug fit before sewing.

This Crochet Caddy pattern creates a functional organizer with pockets, a pin cushion, and optional wooden ring handles. It combines sturdy t-shirt yarn structure with pretty stitch details for a polished look. Perfect for keeping your hooks, scissors and notions tidy while brightening your craft corner. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished caddy measures approximately 8" diameter at the base and the outer tidy section is designed to measure about 4 1/4" x 23 3/4" before joining; final height varies slightly depending on yarn and tension.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

You can substitute yarns but this will change the structure and size; the base uses t-shirt yarn for sturdiness while the tidy section uses 3-ply acrylic—if you change weight, adjust hook sizes and check gauge.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and uses techniques like twisted single crochet, puff stitches and cluster stitches, so basic knowledge of single crochet, increases and working in FL/BL is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience level, interruptions, and how many finishing steps you perform carefully.

How do I secure the wooden rings so they do not wobble?

Follow the attaching ring steps exactly, making a single crochet through the stitch with the ring held to the front and repeating into the next stitch to secure; weave in ends and stitch from inside for extra security.