Crochet Moses baskets feel a lot more personal that standard Moses baskets as they are handmade, often from natural cotton yarn which allows for air circulation while your baby sleeps. They also feature practical handles so that you can move the basket, making it great for portability.
The beauty of a crochet Moses basket is that they are completely unique as they are made to order and they can also come in a beautiful array of colours.
The cotton used for crocheting is 9mm thick cord, giving it a more sturdy feel, and it has to be Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified, to testify that no harmful chemicals are used to create the cotton cords.
Our favourite crochet Moses baskets shortlist 2023:
• Favourite overall crochet Moses basket: Moses Basket Blonde
• Favourite coloured crochet Moses basket: Petyoung Cotton New Moses Basket
• Favourite portable crochet Moses basket: Sage Moses Basket
As well as keeping your baby safe and snug in those first few months, these Moses baskets look lovely in your home and can be used as storage baskets when your baby has outgrown it.
Best neutral coloured crochet Moses basket
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The hand crocheted Moses Basket - Blonde is a beautiful addition to any nursery. It's a lovely earthy tone and features two knitted tassels on the carry handles. The Moses basket can also be used as a first travel bed, as it's fully portable. It also comes with a mattress to fit.
Pros
- Easy to transport
- Uses raw materials
Cons
- No onsite reviews
| Dimensions: | L75 X W37 X H25cm |
| Materials: | 9mm 100% organic cotton cords |
| Stand included: | No |
- Carry handles
- Mattress
- Certified by OEKO TEK Standard 100
Best crochet Moses basket for versatility
With reinforced handles for portability, the Petyoung Cotton New Moses Basket can not only be used as a Moses basket, but also as a travel bed, changing basket and for play. The soft material is gentle against babies skin, and the material is also breathable, helping to keep baby safe.
Pros
- Can be used as a Moses or changing basket
- Soft, breathable and durable
Cons
- No onsite reviews
| Dimensions: | L70 x W40 x H25cm |
| Materials: | Cotton |
| Stand included: | No |
- Carry handles
Best organic crocheted Moses basket
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Handcrafted, organic (and stylish), the Sage Moses basket is the dreamiest crocheted bed for little ones. With a thick, supportive base and handles for easy carrying, this Moses basket is the perfect bassinet for babies in those first few months.
Pros
- Unique colour
- Suitable as a travel cot
Cons
- Stand sold separately
| Dimensions: | L75 X W37 X H25cm |
| Materials: | 9mm 100% organic cotton cords |
| Stand included: | No |
- Carry handles
- Mattress
- Certified by OEKO TEK Standard 100
Best personalised crochet Moses basket
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With a single tassel as a cute, decorative feature, the Beautiful Handmade Crochet Moses Basket is made to order and you can even personalise to have engraving on the base. It comes with a mattress and also has the option to include the Moses basket stand.
Pros
- Mattress included
- Suitable up to 5 months (or 8kg)
Cons
- Handwash only
| Dimensions: | L75 x W29 x D30cm |
| Materials: | Cotton cord |
| Stand included: | £50 extra |
- Handwash only
- Mattress included
- Option to add stand
- Certified by OEKO TEK Standard 100
Best grey crochet Moses basket
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Grey is a lovely neutral colour and blends in with most household decor, so this Light Grey Moses Basket won't look an eyesore in your home. With a sturdy bases to support your baby wherever you are, the crochet Moses basket can be paired with a rocking or stationary stand.
Pros
- Suitable for travel
- Mattress included
Cons
- Stand not included
| Dimensions: | L75 X W37 X H25cm |
| Materials: | 9mm 100% organic cotton cords |
| Stand included: | No |
- Carry handles
- Supportive base
- Mattress included
Best pink coloured crochet Moses basket
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The Dirty Pink Moses Basket is a subtle way of adding a pop of colour into your home and is a beautiful alternative to most neutral styles. With sturdy handles to enable easier carrying of the Moses basket, it also features a sturdy base to support your baby. Also available in a dark blue.
Pros
- Suitable for travelling
- Supportive base
Cons
- Stand not included
| Dimensions: | L75 X W37 X H25cm |
| Materials: | 9mm 100% organic cotton cords |
| Stand included: | No |
- Carry handles
- Supportive base
- Mattress included
Crochet Moses baskets: All you need to know:
Can Moses baskets be used overnight?
Moses baskets can be used overnight, but it's important to follow safe sleep practices by keeping baby in the same room as you for the first six months and ensuring the Moses basket is free from teddies, pillows and loose sheets.
How long can my baby sleep in a Moses basket?
Moses baskets are usually suited to babies from newborn up to the age of four months old. Some Moses baskets also have a weight limit, and others are suited to babies up to six months old, so it's worth noting this when buying a Moses basket.
Samantha Ball is a Product & Lifestyle Writer for Mother&Baby and freelanced for the website for two years before joining the team full time. She's a mum of two and loves browsing for the best products and cute outfits.