Crochet Stylish Textured Round Storage Basket Free Pattern

Crochet Stylish Textured Round Storage Basket Pattern

Materials:

• Bulky weight cotton yarn (approx. 200 yards)
• 8 mm (L) crochet hook
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• st = stitch
• rnd = round

Gauge: 8 sc = 4 inches

Instructions:

Base:

1. Start with a magic ring. (Alternatively, ch 4 and sl st to form a ring.)
2. Rnd 1: Ch 1, 8 sc in the ring. (8 sc)
3. Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. (16 sc)
4. Rnd 3: Ch 1, *sc in next st, 2 sc in next st. Repeat from * around. (24 sc)
5. Rnd 4: Ch 1, *sc in next 2 st, 2 sc in next st. Repeat from * around. (32 sc)
6. Continue increasing by this method until you reach a diameter of approximately 12 inches (or desired size for your base).

Body:

1. For the sides of the basket, switch to a textured stitch:
2. Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in each st around. (total number of sc from previous round)
3. Rnd 2: Ch 1, *sc in next st, skip one st, sc in the next st. Repeat from * around.
4. Repeat Rnd 2 until the basket reaches your desired height (approximately 8 inches is recommended).

Finishing:

1. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
2. Use yarn needle to weave in all ends.
3. Gently shape your basket and enjoy its unique texture!

This basket is versatile and can be used in any room of the house for storage or decorative purposes. Customize with different colors for a personalized touch!