Crochet Basket | Video tutorial

let’s get those hooks clicking and create a beautiful flower crochet basket! This pattern will guide you through crocheting the base, the sides, and finally adding those lovely floral details.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn in your desired base color (Color A)
• Worsted weight yarn in various colors for the flowers (Color B, C, D, etc.)
• Crochet hook size H/8 (5.0 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers (optional but helpful)

Gauge: While not critical for this project, approximately 13 single crochet (sc) stitches and 14 rows should measure 4 inches in single crochet.

Finished Size: The size will vary depending on your yarn weight and tension, but this pattern will create a basket approximately 6 inches in diameter and 4 inches tall (without flowers).

Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms):

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• tr = treble crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• st(s) = stitch(es) ¹
• rep = repeat
• inc = increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec = decrease (sc2tog – single crochet two stitches together)
• blo = back loop only
• flo = front loop only

Basket Base:

1. Round 1: With Color A, ch 2. Work 6 sc in the second chain from the hook. Sl st in the first sc to join. (6 sts)
2. Round 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch). 2 sc in each stitch around. Sl st in the first sc to join. (12 sts)
3. Round 3: Ch 1. *Sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the following stitch.* Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first sc to join. (18 sts)
4. Round 4: Ch 1. *Sc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sc in the following stitch.* Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first sc to join. (24 sts)
5. Round 5: Ch 1. *Sc in the next 3 stitches, 2 sc in the following stitch.* Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first sc to join. (30 sts)
6. Round 6: Ch 1. *Sc in the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the following stitch.* Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first sc to join. (36 sts)
7. Round 7: Ch 1. *Sc in the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the following stitch.* Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first sc to join. (42 sts)
8. Round 8: Ch 1. *Sc in the next 6 stitches, 2 sc in the following stitch.* Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first sc to join. (48 sts)
9. Continue increasing in this manner, adding one more single crochet before each increase in each round, until your base reaches your desired diameter. For the suggested size, you’ll likely stop around Round 10 or 11 (around 60-66 stitches).

Basket Sides:

1. Round 1 (Side Round): Ch 1. Sc in the back loop only (blo) of each stitch around. Sl st in the first sc to join. (This creates a nice crisp edge for the base.)
2. Round 2: Ch 1. Sc in each stitch around. Sl st in the first sc to join. (Same stitch as the joining sl st of the previous round)
3. Rounds 3-10 (or desired height): Repeat Round 2. Continue working in rounds of single crochet until your basket reaches your desired height.

Flower Appliqués (Make several in various colors):

We’ll create a simple 5-petal flower. Feel free to experiment with different flower styles!

1. With your chosen flower color (e.g., Color B), ch 4. Sl st in the first ch to form a ring.
2. Round 1: Ch 1. Work 10 sc into the ring. Sl st in the first sc to join. (10 sts)
3. Round 2 (Petals): *Ch 3, sl st in the next stitch.* Rep from * to * 5 times to create 5 petals. Sl st in the first sl st to join.
4. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Leaf Appliqués (Make a few in green):

1. With green yarn, ch 6.
2. Sc in the second ch from the hook, hdc in the next ch, dc in the next 2 chs, hdc in the last ch.
3. Ch 1, turn. Hdc in the first hdc, dc in the next 2 dcs, hdc in the next hdc, sl st in the last sc.
4. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Assembly:

1. Weave in all loose ends from the basket base and sides.
2. Arrange your flower appliqués around the top edge of the basket. You can overlap them slightly for a fuller look.
3. Sew the flowers securely to the basket using your yarn needle and the long tails.
4. Position your leaf appliqués around and under the flowers to create a more natural look.
5. Sew the leaves securely to the basket.

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Variations and Ideas:

• Stripes: Incorporate stripes of different colors into the sides of your basket for a playful look.
• Textured Sides: Experiment with different stitches for the sides, such as half double crochet or even a simple shell stitch.
• Different Flower Styles: Explore various crochet flower patterns for a unique basket. You could make roses, daisies, or other floral shapes.
• Embellishments: Add beads, buttons, or embroidery to the flowers or the basket itself for extra detail.
• Handle: You could add a simple crocheted handle to your basket by chaining a desired length, attaching it to opposite sides of the basket, and then working a few rows of single crochet along the chain for stability.