Home decor:
Cozy things made by hand
Baskets, pillows, coasters and wall decor – crochet projects that bring warmth to your home and are useful along the way.
Crochet you see every day
For me, home decor is the most rewarding crochet category of all. The projects are usually worked flat or in the round, forgive small irregularities, and you see them every day afterwards – unlike a scarf that spends eight months in the closet.
On top of that: many home decor projects grow quickly. A coaster is done in half an hour, a small basket in one evening. That makes them perfect for anyone who has just learned the basic stitches and needs a sense of achievement before tackling something bigger.
If terms like “single crochet” or “double crochet” don't mean anything to you yet, it's best to start with the Crochet Basics – after that, every project on this page is very doable.
Something for every room
Living room
Pillow covers, throws and baskets for magazines or yarn.
Kitchen & dining room
Coasters, potholders and bread baskets made of sturdy cotton.
Bedroom
Soft bedside rugs, storage baskets and lavender sachets.
Balcony & hallway
Plant hangers, planter covers and wall wreaths for the entrance.
Materials for home decor
Sturdy cotton
For coasters, potholders and anything that gets washed. Holds its shape and is more heat-resistant than acrylic.
T-shirt yarn / rope
Chunky yarn for baskets and planter covers – stands up on its own and grows incredibly fast.
Jute & natural yarn
For a rustic boho look on wall wreaths and plant hangers.
Larger hooks
With T-shirt yarn you'll need 6–10 mm. A comfortable grip matters more here than usual.
Metal or wooden rings
The base for wall wreaths and plant hangers – available in many diameters.
Stitch markers
Essential for round projects, so you don't lose track of the start of the round.
What you should know
Crocheting flat in the round
The basis for coasters, baskets and rugs: even increases in every round make sure the circle stays flat and doesn't ruffle or cup.
Back loop only
The trick behind the ribbed look of baskets: if you only insert your hook into the back loop, a fine horizontal texture appears and the wall turns up neatly.
From the base upwards
Once the circle is big enough, stop increasing and keep crocheting straight – this automatically becomes the wall of the basket.
Assembling pieces
Flowers, leaves and appliqués are crocheted separately, then arranged and sewn on – that's how wreaths and embellished pillows are made.
Home decor projects
How to Crochet Flowers & Leaves
Three flower shapes, two leaf variations and a vine – the building blocks for wreaths, appliqués and bouquets.
How to Crochet a Pumpkin
Ribbed pumpkins made from one rectangle – done in one evening, in three sizes.
T-Shirt Yarn Basket
Round base, single crochet in the back loop – the classic for yarn, mail or odds and ends.
Set of 4 Coasters
The perfect first project after the basic stitches: done in half an hour and ready to use right away.
Textured Pillow Cover
Two square panels with post stitches, with a button band on the back so it can be removed and washed.
Jute Plant Hanger
A net-like hanger for planters – few stitches, big impact.
Leaf Garland
Small leaves strung on a cord – ideal for using up scraps.
My home decor tips
Check round pieces regularly
If your circle cups upwards, you're missing increases. If the edge ruffles, there are too many. Lay it flat on the table every now and then.
Match colors to the room
Muted natural tones look calm in almost any interior style. Add color with a single accent piece rather than with every piece at once.
Crochet tightly for baskets
The tighter the stitches, the better the basket holds its shape. When in doubt, use a hook one size smaller than the yarn label suggests.