Welcome to My Crafts Ideas! Today, we’re excited to share a fantastic pattern for a crochet handy basket. This basket is both functional and stylish, perfect for organizing your crafting supplies, toys, or household items. Let’s dive into the details!
Abbreviations
Approx = Approximate(ly)
Ch = Chain(s)
Cont = Continue(ity)
Hdc = Half double crochet
Inc = Increase(ing)
Rem = Remain(ing)
Rep = Repeat
Rnd(s) = Round(s)
Sc = Single crochet
Sl st = Slip stitch
Sp(s) = Space(s)
St(s) = Stitch(es)
Tog = Together
Measurements
Approx 10″ [25.5 cm] diameter x 12″ [30.5 cm] tall.
gauge
12 sc and 13 rows = 4″ [10 cm] holding 2 strands of yarn together.
Instructions
Base
With 2 strands of yarn A, ch 2.
1st rnd: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first sc.
2nd rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc)
3rd rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in same sc as last sl st. 1 sc in next sc. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc)
4th rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in same sc as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc)
5th rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in same sc as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc)
6th rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in same sc as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc)
7th to 15th rnds: Cont in this manner, inc 6 sc evenly around each rnd. (90 sc)
16th rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st in first sc.
17th rnd: Ch 1. Working in back loops only, 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 21 sc. Rep from * around to last 2 sc. 1 sc in each of last 2 sc. Join with sl st to first sc. (94 sc) Place marker at end of last rnd.
Main Section
Next rnd: Ch 2 (does not count as hdc). 1 hdc in same sp as last sl st. 1 hdc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first hdc.
Next rnd: Ch 2 (does not count as hdc). 1 hdc in sp between next 2 hdc. Rep from * around, ending with 1 hdc in sp between last hdc and first hdc of rnd. Join with sl st to first hdc. (94 hdc)
Rep last rnd until work from marked rnd measures 9½” [24.5 cm]. Join 2 strands of yarn B at end of last rnd. Break yarn A.
With 2 strands of yarn B, rep last rnd 3 times more.
Make Handles
Next rnd: Ch 2 (does not count as hdc). (1 hdc in sp between next 2 hdc) 6 times. Ch 18. Skip next 18 sps between 2 hdc. (1 hdc in sp between next 2 hdc) 29 times. Rep from * to * once more. *1 hdc in sp between next 2 hdc. Rep from ** around, ending with 1 hdc in sp between last hdc and first hdc of rnd. Join with sl st to first hdc.
Next rnd: Ch 2 (does not count as hdc). (1 hdc in sp between next 2 hdc) 6 times. Work 18 hdc in next ch-18 sp. (1 hdc in sp between next 2 hdc) 29 times. Work 18 hdc in next ch-18 sp. 1 hdc in sp between next 2 hdc. Rep from * around, ending with 1 hdc in sp between last hdc and first hdc of rnd. Join with sl st to first hdc. (94 hdc)
Next rnd: Ch 2 (does not count as hdc). 1 hdc in sp between next 2 hdc. Rep from * around, ending with 1 hdc in sp between last hdc and first hdc of rnd. Join with sl st to first hdc. Fasten off.
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Enjoy your beautiful crochet handy basket! This sturdy and practical basket is perfect for adding a handmade touch to your home. Happy crocheting!
