Crochet Large Square Nesting Basket

Create a spacious square nesting basket using the art of crocheting. Crafted with large dimensions, this basket is perfect for storing a variety of items such as blankets, toys, or even plants. The intricate crochet pattern adds a touch of elegance to the design, making it a stylish and functional addition to any room in your home. Handmade with care and attention to detail, this large square nesting basket is not only practical but also a beautiful decor piece. The sturdy construction ensures that the basket maintains its shape and durability, while the soft yarn used in crocheting provides a cozy feel. Whether you use it for organizing clutter or displaying your favorite items, this crochet basket is sure to enhance the aesthetic of your living space.

SUPPLIES:

I used Red Heart Super Saver Yarn; Approx. 425 yds of Pink and 175 yds of White. Pink or white satin ribbon. (Optional) 

Hook: L- 11/8mm K-10.5/6.5mm G-5/4.0mm 

Gauge: Not Applicable

STITCH GUIDE:

Shell = execute the following in or under ch 3 sp – trb (ch1, trb) 3x

join w/ = join with

slp st = Slip Stitch

ch = Chain

sc = Single Crochet

hdc = Half Double Crochet

dc = Double Crochet

trb = Treble Stitch

bp hdc = back post half double crochet

blo = back loop only

nxt = Next * * = Repeat between the stars the number of times stated;

x = Times; example Repeat 2 x or 2 times; 3 x or 3 times and so on;

in = example “in nxt st” means you will be inserting the hook under the top two loops of the next stitch to complete stitch or sequence of stitches stated.

Beginning Chains do not count as stitch unless otherwise noted.

ROW 1: USE “L” HOOK (HOLD TWO STRANDS OF PINK YARN, CH 16 FOUNDATION CH MADE)

hdc in 2nd ch from hook, and in each ch across; ch 1 and turn (15 hdc)

ROW 2-13:

hdc in each st across; ch 1 and turn (15 hdc)

(REPEAT THE PATTERN UNTIL BASE IS APPROX. 7″ SQUARE)

ROUND 14:

sc around the entire square base executing 3 sc st’s at each corner; join w/slp st to beg. sc. Note: There is not a set in stone stitch count. This is a general sc around the square base.

(BASE IS APPROX. 7″ SQUARE)

ROUND 15:

CH 1; BP HDC; IN EACH ST AROUND; JOIN W/SLP ST TO BEG. BP HDC USE “K” HOOK

(Hold the basket so that the outside of the basket is facing you until it is time to turn and execute the drop over lace. You should be looking at the ridge that was created at Round 15.

ROUND 16 -20:

ch 1 hdc in each st around; join w/slp st to beg. hdc ending off with pink and pulling up white at the join at the end of Round 20

ROUND 21 & 22:

ch 1, sc in joining st and in each st around; join w/slp st to beg sc; dropping 1 strand of white and turning at the end of round 22

DROP OVER LACE EDGE

(Please use “G” hook for next step) Using one strand only

ROUND 1:

ch 1 you should be looking at the inside of the basket, since you turned at the end of Round 12; sc in blo of joining st; ch 3; skp nxt st; * sc in blo of nxt st; ch3; skp nxt st;* Repeat between * * around; join w/st in beginning SC. (34 ch 3 spaces) NOTE: Your stitch count may be different than mine…just make sure you have an even number of ch 3 spaces.

ROUND 2:

slp st in 1st ch of ch 3 sp; ch 1; sc in/under ch 3 space; Shell in/under nxt ch 3 sp; *sc in/under nxt ch 3 sp; Shell in/under nxt ch 3 sp; * Repeat between ** around, joining w/slp st to beg. sc. (17 fans; 17 SC)

ROUND 3:

(Note: all SC stitches will be skipped in this next sequence) *slp st to 1st trb of nxt shell; (ch 3, slp st in nxt trb) 3x; skp sc* repeat around; join w/slp st to beg slp st, end off. Weave in all ends. Add a few little items to your basket and enjoy.