Crochet Cotton Storage Baskets
These delightful crochet baskets are perfect for organizing your space while adding a touch of handmade charm. The simple design and neutral color make them versatile for any room. Make one for cotton swabs and another for cotton pads - practical and stylish!
Crochet Cotton Storage Baskets
Materials:
- 100% cotton yarn (approx. 100g for larger basket, 50g for smaller basket)
- Crochet hook size 4.0 mm (G hook)
- Scissors
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends
Gauge:
14 stitches and 16 rows = 10 cm (4 inches) in single crochet.
To check your gauge, crochet a square of 10 cm x 10 cm using single crochet stitches. If your swatch is larger, try a smaller hook; if it’s smaller, try a larger hook.
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- inc: increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- st(s): stitch(es)
Instructions:
For the Larger Basket:
- Start with a magic ring.
- Round 1: Work 6 sc into the magic ring. Pull the ring tight to close. (6 sts)
- Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
- Round 3: *Sc in the next st, inc in the next st* repeat around. (18 sts)
- Round 4: *Sc in the next 2 sts, inc in the next st* repeat around. (24 sts)
- Round 5: *Sc in the next 3 sts, inc in the next st* repeat around. (30 sts)
- Round 6-10: Sc in each st around. (30 sts)
- Round 11: *Sc in the next 3 sts, dec* repeat around. (24 sts)
- Round 12: *Sc in the next 2 sts, dec* repeat around. (18 sts)
- Round 13: *Sc in the next st, dec* repeat around. (12 sts)
- Round 14: Dec around until 6 sts remain. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
For the Smaller Basket:
- Start with a magic ring.
- Round 1: Work 6 sc into the magic ring. Pull the ring tight to close. (6 sts)
- Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
- Round 3: *Sc in the next st, inc in the next st* repeat around. (18 sts)
- Round 4: *Sc in the next 2 sts, inc in the next st* repeat around. (24 sts)
- Round 5: Sc in each st around. (24 sts)
- Round 6: *Sc in the next 2 sts, dec* repeat around. (18 sts)
- Round 7: *Sc in the next st, dec* repeat around. (12 sts)
- Round 8: Dec around until 6 sts remain. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Finishing:
Weave in all ends using a yarn needle. You can block the baskets lightly with steam if desired to shape them better. These baskets can also be customized with different colors or stripes for a personal touch!
Optional Variations:
- Use a colorful yarn to make the baskets vibrant.
- Add decorative motifs or stitches around the top edge of the baskets for flair.
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