The Best Sewing Baskets

Singer Vintage Sewing Basket

Team vintage

Sometimes vintage just looks better, and in the case of this sewing basket, that’s exactly the case.

Best Overall

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Singer is no stranger to the sewing game. In fact, if there’s one brand you associate with sewing, it’s probably Singer. If not, take our word for it (as well that of the entire sewing community): you can trust almost anything made by Singer.

This basket comes with a variety of vintage patterns to choose from. It makes for a great beginner’s kit with all of the included items. Aside from the beautiful basket, you also get hand needles, dressmaker pins, scissors, mini thread spools, a needle threader, pin cushion, seam ripper, tape measure, and thimble. In short, you get everything you need to sew (except for the machine).

Pros:

• Perfect kit for beginners
• The collapsible handle makes it easy to store and travel with
• Fun vintage print

Cons:

• Included accessories are not the highest quality

Dritz Sewing Basket

Loud and proud

If you want your basket to look good, too, this one offers a surefire way to put your personality on display.

Runner Up

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The pattern on this sewing basket makes no attempt at being understated. Aside from being bold and cute, this box also provides the basics for getting your sewing accessories organized. The basket features a removable tray that allows you to store bigger items in the bottom part and organize smaller items on top. The lid features a small pocket and a pincushion in case you don’t have a separate one to use. This basket is on the smaller size, which makes it perfect to bring wherever your sewing needs take you.

Pros:

• The small size makes it easy to travel with
• The removable tray allows access to extra storage
• The magnetic closure makes it easy to open and close

Cons:

• Note that the different styles also correlate to different sizes

Singer Sewing Basket with Sewing Kit

Junk in the trunk

If you’ve got a lot of sewing accessories in tow, this basket will keep them all together.

Best Larger Size

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Want a fashionable way to carry your sewing goodies? Look no further than this basket from Singer. Choose from three funky prints that add some personality to your sewing inventory. Whether you’re crafting at home or somewhere else, the drop-down handle on this box is perfect for carrying it around. And the magnetic closure ensures everything stays inside and in place. Included with the basket is a kit of necessities that includes hand needles, dressmaker pins, scissors, mini thread spools, needle threader, pin cushion, seam ripper, tape measure, and a thimble. Get ready to become a sewing machine — well, not literally, but you get the point.

Pros:

• Includes a large variety of accessories
• Fashionable case to store everything in
• Finishing details, such as the braided trim, elevate the basket

Cons:

• The removable tray isn’t as sturdy as we’d like

Summer Chuxia Wooden Sewing Basket

Normal is boring

If you want something unique to store your sewing necessities in, this basket is the one.

Most Unique

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Most sewing baskets have the same shape and general appearance. If you’re looking for something that will stand out from the others, this wooden box should do it. Rather than having a pull-out tray as the other sewing baskets do, this one has wooden dividers that help you organize your sewing accessories methodically. This makes it easy to see and access the contents without a fuss. The kit included with this box has everything you need to do basic repairs on any of your items, too. It comes with all the typical sewing accessories, as well as mini scissors and white buttons.

Pros:

• Unique design for those who want something different
• Wooden dividers to organize
• The latching lid keeps items inside intact

Cons:

• Not as much storage space as others

Sewkit Large Wooden Sewing Box with Accessories

The whole kit and caboodle

This sewing basket isn't just a receptacle to store your accessories in — it's a complete sewing kit, too.

Best Kit

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If you’re looking for a complete set to get you started on your sewing journey, this one from Sewkit will do the trick. We first loved it for its generously-sized basket, which offers plenty of space to store all kinds of sewing necessities. But what drew us in even more was when we discovered all the accessories it comes with. We’re talking about things like measuring tape, pins, a white marking pencil, fabric scissors, and much more. This kit comes in 11 different colors, and it comes in both a medium and large-sized option.

Pros:

• Features an ergonomic handle
• Made of durable wood
• Makes a great gift

Cons:

• Accessories are not the highest quality

Frequently Asked Questions

What size of sewing basket do I need?

The size of your basket depends on how much you need to put in it. The average sewing box measures between 10–12” long, 6–8” wide, and 5–7” long. This should provide ample storage room for things such as thread, needs, pin cushion, measuring tape, etc. If you need more space, opt for a bigger basket. While it may not be as easy to carry around, a bigger one will be able to fit everything in there. The point of this basket is to keep everything in one place.

What are essential items to have in my sewing box?

Though the contents of everyone’s sewing basket will vary a bit, we’re willing to bet that the majority of sewing boxes have these essential items: a pin cushion, measuring tape, scissors, pins, seam ripper, needle threader, thread, thimble, and sewing needles.

What is the easiest thing for beginner sewers to make?

There are several different things a beginner sewer could try their hand at. Some of the most simple designs are things such as a laptop case, a tote bag, a baby blanket, and more. The fewer different stitches required, and the flatter the item, the more beginner-friendly it is.