Crochet Mini Treat Basket

If you're in the mood for a fun and creative project, why not try making a Crochet Mini Treat Basket? This delightful little basket is perfect for holding small treats or trinkets, and it's a great way to practice your crochet skills while making something practical and charming. You can customize the colors and size to suit your style, making each basket unique and special. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this project is sure to bring a smile to your face as you create something both adorable and useful. Happy crocheting!

Materials:

Any worsted weight cotton 1 skein should do two baskets.
Size I Hook
Tapestry needle

Special Stitch: Puff Stitch: yarn over and pull through, repeat two more times. You should have 7 loops on your hook. Yarn over pull through all loops.

8 hdc in a magic ring. Join. Ch 2
Row One: 2 hdc in each stitch around
Row Two: 1 hdc in first stitch, 2 in next. Repeat around. Join ch 2.
Row Three: Hdc around in back loop only. Join ch 2.
Row Four: Hdc in first stitch, puff stitch in next, repeat around. Join ch 2
Row Five: Hdc in each stitch around. Join ch 2.
Row Six: Puff stitch in first stitch, hdc in next. Repeat around. Join ch 2. (Your puff stitches should be staggered with your first row of puff stitches.
Row 7-8: hdc around. Join ch 1.
Row 9: Reverse sc around. Join and tie off.

Weave in ends.

Handle:
Chain 15
3 DC in first stitch, slip stitch in next. Repeat to the end and do the same down the opposite side of the chain. Tie off and attach to the basket with a tapestry needle.