Cozy Home Decor Storage Basket

Cozy Home Decor Storage Basket

A quick and easy-to-make crochet storage basket, perfect for organizing small items with a touch of handmade charm.

Materials

• Worsted weight (Category 4) cotton yarn, approximately 100 yards (90 meters)
• 4.0 mm (G-6) crochet hook
• Stitch marker
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Fabric stiffener (optional)

Gauge

16 stitches × 18 rounds in single crochet = 10 cm (4 inches)

Finished Size

Size varies with gauge and rounds worked. The example shown is approximately 10 cm (4 inches) tall and 19 cm (7.5 inches) in diameter.

Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• inc: single crochet increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)
• rnd(s): round(s)
• rep: repeat
• fo: fasten off

Special Stitches

None. All stitches used are standard crochet stitches.

Pattern Instructions

Foundation

The basket is worked in continuous rounds without joining, unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of each round.

To begin, create a Magic Ring (also known as a Magic Circle or Adjustable Ring):

1. Create a loop with your yarn, leaving a tail of a few inches.
2. Insert your hook into the loop from front to back.
3. Yarn over and pull up a loop.
4. Chain 1 (this does not count as a stitch).
5. Work the specified number of single crochet stitches into the ring.
6. Pull the yarn tail to tighten the center of the ring.

Body

Base Rnd 1: Make a magic ring, ch 1, work 6 sc into the ring. Pull tail to close. (6 sts) Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts) Rnd 3: Sc in the next st, inc in the next st rep 6 times. (18 sts) Rnd 4: Sc in the next 2 sts, inc in the next st rep 6 times. (24 sts) Rnd 5: Sc in the next 3 sts, inc in the next st rep 6 times. (30 sts) Rnd 6: Sc in the next 4 sts, inc in the next st rep 6 times. (36 sts)

Sides For the next rounds, we will be working in continuous rounds, without joining at the end of each round. This creates a seamless fabric for the basket's sides. Rnd 7-14: Sc in each st around. (36 sts)

Assembly / Finishing

After completing Rnd 14, cut the yarn, leaving a tail about 6 inches long. Insert your hook into the next stitch. Yarn over and pull the tail completely through the stitch to fasten off. Using your yarn needle, weave in the starting tail from the magic ring and the finishing tail into the body of the basket. Ensure all ends are securely woven in to prevent unraveling. For added stiffness, you may apply a fabric stiffener according to its instructions. Allow to dry completely.

Tips

• Use a stitch marker: This is crucial for working in continuous rounds to keep track of the beginning of each round. Place it in the first stitch of every new round.
• Tight stitches: For a sturdy basket, try to maintain consistent and relatively tight stitches. This will help the basket hold its shape.
• Cotton yarn: Cotton yarn is recommended for baskets as it's durable and holds its shape well.
• Gauge swatch: Always crochet a gauge swatch before starting to ensure your finished item will be the correct size. The stitch counts are math-verified, but fit is not guaranteed without checking gauge.
• Blocking (optional): If your basket is a little wobbly, you can lightly mist it with water and shape it by hand, letting it dry completely.

Pattern by YarnCro · yarncro.com