How to Crochet a Beautiful Spring Green Basket

Step into the world of crochet and embrace the vibrant colors of spring with our exquisite Spring Green Basket. This charming piece is a true testament to the artistry and creativity that can be achieved with a simple hook and some yarn. Handcrafted with love and attention to detail, this basket is not only a practical storage solution but also a stunning decorative item that will add a touch of elegance to any space.

The Spring Green Basket is not just a storage accessory; it is a work of art that elevates any room it graces. Its sturdy construction ensures durability, allowing you to store a variety of items, from cozy blankets to your favorite books. The soft texture of the crochet stitches adds a touch of warmth and comfort, making it a perfect addition to your living room, bedroom, or even your office space. Whether you use it to organize your belongings or simply as a decorative piece, the Crochet Spring Green Basket is sure to captivate your senses and bring a breath of fresh air into your home. Embrace the beauty of crochet and let this exquisite creation become a cherished part of your interior decor.

Basket Directions

Basic Crochet Stitches Used

The pattern uses the following basic US crochet stitches:

• SlSt – slip stitch
• CH/s – chain/s
• SC - single crochet
• DC - double crochet
• FPDC - front post double crochet
• BPDC - back post double crochet
• SK - skip
• T - turn
• ST/s - stitch(es)
• REP - repeat

Special Technique: Waistcoat Stitch in Rounds

The waistcoat stitch is basically the same as a standard single crochet stitch:

1. Insert your hook into the next stitch of the previous round.
2. To crochet a waistcoat stitch, insert the hook into the lower V of the sc stitch of the previous round.
3. Yarn over and pull through a loop.
4. Yarn over and pull through the two loops on your hook.

This produces rows and rows of Vs, creating that stocking stitch knitted appearance.

To start off, pull the new yarn through the V of one of the stitches in the previous round. Make a loose chain and then work the waistcoat stitches in each stitch all around.

To finish the round, make a waistcoat stitch into the stitch before your joining chain. Gently pull the tail end of the joining chain out so that your work starts with the first proper waistcoat stitch. Make a final waistcoat stitch of the round into the stitch that is now empty. Close with a slip stitch made into the V of the first stitch of the round then fasten off.

Working in the Round

If you are working in the round and making several rounds in the same colour, you can work in a spiral. When you reach your starting chain, gently pull it out and replace it with a waistcoat stitch. Then work your next waistcoat stitch straight into the first waistcoat stitch of the previous round. Place a stitch marker so that you know where the round begins and continue for the required number of rounds.

Invisible Join – Crochet Technique

We will be using an invisible join technique to finish off the edge of the basket. This will give you a neat, seamless edge around. To do this, cut your yarn after the last stitch, leaving a couple of inches of tail, and pull the end up through the last stitch made. Use your yarn needle to thread the end through under both loops of the second stitch along, and back into the middle of that last stitch. Pull to tighten, creating a faux stitch top over the first stitch. You may notice the real first stitch top poking out a little at the back. Thread the end up through the back loop of the real first stitch, and weave the end into the inside of the basket to secure. Trim off any excess.

Front Post Double Crochet and Back Post Double Crochet Stitches

Front post double crochet (fpdc) and back post double crochet (bpdc) stitches are used to create wonderful texture in crochet. Instead of making your stitch through the loops at the top of the stitch, you make it around the stitch. Everything else stays the same. The most challenging things about crochet post stitches are knowing where and how to insert the hook.

For front post double crochet stitches (fpdc): yarn over, insert your hook from front to back then from back to front around the post of the stitch indicated, yarn over, pull through the stitch, then finish your double crochet as normal, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through the last 2 loops.

For back post double crochet stitches (bpdc): yarn over, insert your hook from back to front then from front to back around the post stitch indicated, yarn over, pull through the stitch, then finish your double crochet as normal, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through the last 2 loops.

Pattern Notes

• A ch1 at the beginning of the round doesn't count as a stitch throughout.
• The project is crocheted as a circle.
• The Basket measures:
• The bottom is 5 inches / 13 cm wide
• The side is 3.5 inches / 9 cm high
• The handle is 10 inches / 26 cm long
• You can add some accessories: a button, a label, a bowl, etc., to make your baskets more attractive.

The Written Pattern

Make a magic ring.

The chain 1 at the beginning doesn't work as a stitch.

RND 1: Ch1, 6 SC in magic ring, close the round with special sl st invisible join or with sl st.

RND 2: 1 center single crochet / waistcoat stitch in first st (cssc), 2 cssc in each st around, 1 more cssc in first st (12 sc), close the round with special sl st invisible join or with sl st.

RND 3: 1 center single crochet / waistcoat stitch in first st (cssc), rep *1 cssc in next st, 2 cssc in next st* until the end of the round, 1 more cssc in first st, close the round with special sl st invisible join or with sl st (18 sc).

RND 4: 1 center single crochet / waistcoat stitch in first st (cssc), rep *1 cssc in next 2 st, 2 cssc in next st* until the end of the round, 1 more cssc in first st, close the round with special sl st invisible join or with sl st (24 sc).

RND 5: 1 center single crochet / waistcoat stitch in first st (cssc), rep *1 cssc in next 3 st, 2 cssc in next st* until the end of the round, 1 more cssc in first st, close the round with special sl st invisible join or with sl st (30 sc).

RND 6: 1 center single crochet / waistcoat stitch in first st (cssc), rep *1 cssc in next 4 st, 2 cssc in next st* until the end of the round, 1 more cssc in first st, close the round with special sl st invisible join or with sl st (36 sc).

RND 7: 1 center single crochet / waistcoat stitch in first st (cssc), rep *1 cssc in next 5 st, 2 cssc in next st* until the end of the round, 1 more cssc in first st, close the round with special sl st invisible join or with sl st (42 sc).

RND 8: 1 center single crochet / waistcoat stitch in first st (cssc), rep *1 cssc in next 6 st, 2 cssc in next st* until the end of the round, 1 more cssc in first st, close the round with special sl st invisible join or with sl st (48 sc).

Cut the yarn, fasten off, and weave all ends in.

Side Instructions

RND 1: Work in stitches from R8 in back loops only.

RND 1: Ch3 (1 dc), 1 dc in each st around, close the round with sl st (48 dc).

RND 2: *Ch3 (1 bpdc), 1 bpdc in next 2 st, 1 fpdc in next 3 st* repeat from *to* until the end of the round, close the round with sl st (48 dc).

RND 3: *Ch3 (1 bpdc), 1 bpdc in next 2 st, 1 fpdc in next 3 st* repeat from *to* until the end of the round, close the round with sl st (48 dc).

RND 4: Ch2 *1 fpdc in next 3 st, 1 bpdc in next 3 st* repeat from *to* until the end of the round, close the round with sl st (48 dc).

RND 5: Ch2 *1 fpdc in next 3 st, 1 bpdc in next 3 st* repeat from *to* until the end of the round, close the round with sl st (48 dc).

RND 6: *Ch3 (1 bpdc), 1 bpdc in next 2 st, 1 fpdc in next 3 st* repeat from *to* until the end of the round, close the round with sl st (48 dc).

RND 7: *Ch3 (1 bpdc), 1 bpdc in next 2 st, 1 fpdc in next 3 st* repeat from *to* until the end of the round, close the round with sl st (48 dc).

RND 8: Sl stitching around, 1 sl st in each st, close the round with special sl st invisible join.

Cut the yarn, fasten off, and weave all ends in.

Handle Instructions

Make a slip knot, start at any FPDC group from R7. Work in 3 FPDC stitches only.
Work with your yarn and crochet hook.

RND 1: Ch2, 1 fpdc in next 3 st, turn.

RND 2: Ch3 (bpdc), 1 bpdc in next 2 st, turn.

Repeat R1 and R2 until you are satisfied with the length of the handle. Join the handle with slip stitches with the 3 fpdc group on the opposite side of your basket.

Cut the yarn, fasten off, and weave all ends in.