Crocheted Storage Basket with Bunny

Create a charming crocheted storage basket that not only organizes your space but also holds your favorite toys or blankets. This fun project features a delightful bunny peeking out, making it perfect for children’s rooms or playful décor. Let’s bring a touch of whimsy and organization to your home with this easy-to-follow design!

Crocheted Storage Basket with Bunny

Materials:

Yarn: Medium weight cotton yarn in three colors: Light Yellow (approx. 200g), Dark Green (approx. 300g), and Light Green (approx. 100g).

Hook: 5.5 mm (I-9) crochet hook.

Safety Eyes: 2 pieces (10mm).

Stuffing: For the bunny.

Scissors and Yarn Needle for weaving in ends.

Gauge: 14 single crochets (sc) and 16 rows = 4 inches square. To measure gauge, crochet a swatch of 20 stitches for 10 rows in single crochet and measure.

Abbreviations:

ch: chain

sc: single crochet

sl st: slip stitch

dc: double crochet

rnd: round

st(s): stitch(es)

Basket Pattern:

Base: (Using Dark Green Yarn)

Make a magic circle.

Round 1: 6 sc in the magic circle. (6)

Round 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12)

Round 3: *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st* repeat 6 times. (18)

Round 4: *1 sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st* repeat 6 times. (24)

Round 5: *1 sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st* repeat 6 times. (30)

Continue to increase in this manner until the base measures 10 inches in diameter (approximately 10 rounds of increases).

Side of Basket: (Continue with Dark Green Yarn)

Do not increase; work 1 sc in each stitch around for 10 rounds to rise the sides of the basket.

Changing Colors: (To Light Green)

After the last round of dark green, switch to light green yarn.

Round 1: 1 sc in each st around. (30)

Repeat this round for 5 rows.

Add Pattern (Using Yellow Yarn):

Round 1: *dc in next st, ch 1, dc in same st* around. (30)

Round 2: *1 sc in the next st, 1 sc in the ch space* around. (30)

Repeat for 2 more rounds.

Final Round:

Switch back to dark green yarn and work 1 round of sl st around the basket to finish.

Finishing:

Weave in any ends securely with a yarn needle.

Block the basket to help it hold its shape.

Bunny Pattern:

Using light yellow yarn, make a magic circle and work 6 sc into it. (6)

Increase similarly as with the basket until your bunny measures 8 inches tall (approx. 8 rounds).

Use the safety eyes before closing the bunny's head; sew on the nose with scrap yarn, and add stuffing.

For the ears, chain 12, turn, and work 1 dc in each st; finish by sewing the ears onto the bunny's head.

Optional Variations:

Change the colors of the yarn for a different look or use patterned yarn.

Add a handle on the basket by chaining and attaching on opposite sides.

Enjoy your lovely crocheted storage basket that adds both functionality and fun to your living space!

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