Crochet Gift Basket Pattern - A Free Crochet Pattern
Introduction
If you enjoy crocheting and are in search of a fun and practical project, look no further than this Crochet Gift Basket Pattern. This pattern is easy to follow and allows you to create a beautiful and functional gift basket that can be used for various occasions. Follow the step-by-step instructions below to create your very own crochet gift basket.
Materials Needed
- Crochet hook Size J (6 mm)
- Lion Brand Yarn Vanna’s Choice Yarn in Cranberry & Silver Heather (1 ball each or 340 yards)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Skills Required
This crochet pattern is suitable for beginners and requires knowledge of basic crochet stitches. Familiarize yourself with the following crochet terms before starting:
- SC = Single Crochet
- DC = Double Crochet
- ST = Stitch
- SL ST = Slip Stitch
- CH = Chain
Pattern Instructions
Basket Bottom
Round 1: Start with a CH 3, 11 DC in 3rd CH from Hook, SL ST to top of first DC (11 DC), CH 2
Round 2: 2 DC in every ST around (22 DC), SL ST to top of first DC from previous round CH 2
Round 3: DC in first ST, *2 DC in next St, DC in next stitch, Repeat from * around. SL ST to top of first DC from previous round (33 DC) CH 2
Round 4: DC in each ST Around
Main Part of Basket
Join in Cranberry yarn along with Silver (crochet with two strands of yarn). Finish by SL ST to top of first DC in round 4. CH 2 (33 DC)
Round 5-10: Repeat Round 4 with both strands of yarn (33 DC)
Round 11: CH 1. SC in every ST around. SL ST to top of first SC (33 SC)
Round 12: Repeat Round 11 (33 SC)
Handles (Optional)
If you wish to add handles to your gift basket, follow these steps:
With two strands of yarn, join yarn on top of the basket and chain 4 onto the basket. Then:
Row 1: Chain 2, Turn, DC in the next 4 ST
Row 2-15: Repeat Row 1
Join onto the other end of the basket with (4) Sl ST to form the handle and fasten off securely. Finally, weave in loose ends with a yarn needle.
Finished Size
The finished crochet gift basket will measure approximately 22 inches in circumference and 7 inches in length (without handles).
