How to Crochet Hanging Baskets
You’re going to love this quick & easy crochet project. A set of teardrop crochet baskets makes a beautiful Mother’s Day gift or a treat for yourself. I’m a big fan of putting small plants in these hanging baskets. They also make great storage for kitchens or bathrooms. Keep reading for the video tutorial and the free written crochet pattern.
Finished sizes:
Small: 12 in (30.5 cm) x 7.5 in (19 cm)
Medium: 14 in (35.5 cm) x 8.5 in (21.5 cm)
Large: 16 in (40.5 cm) x 9.5 in (24 cm)
Supplies:
3mm natural jute (hobby lobby brand used in tutorial)
Alternative: 3mm cotton cord (I like the brand Ganxxet use code BAGSBYBENTO10 for 10% off )
9mm hook
Scissors
Large needle
Optional: stitch marker
ABBREVIATIONS:
CH - Chain
INC - Increase
REP - Repeat
SC - Single Crochet
SC2TOG - Single Crochet Two Together
Insert hook into the 1st ST, YO (yarn over), pull up a loop, insert hook into 2nd ST, YO, pull up a loop, YO, pull through all 3 loops on hook (1 stitch decrease)
SL ST - Slip Stitch
ST - Stitch
GAUGE:
Follow rounds 1-4 of the pattern
24 STS and 4 rounds = 4.5 in (11.5 cm) x 4.5 in (11.5 cm)
instruction:
Written Pattern:
This pattern is for the small-size basket. Purchase the PDF pattern for all 3 sizes. The ad-free PDF pattern includes detailed photos
Magic circle or chain 3 & slip stitch ends together
Round 1:
CH 1
SC 5 into the circle (6 SC)
Join
Round 2:
CH 1
SC 1 into the same ST as CH 1
INC around (12 SC)
Join
Round 3:
CH 1
INC
[SC 1, INC] REP 5 times (18 SC)
Join
Round 4:
CH 1
SC 1
INC
[SC 2, INC] REP 5 times (24 SC)
Join
Round 5:
CH 1
SC 2
INC
[SC 3, INC] REP 5 times (30 SC)
Join
Round 6:
CH 1
SC 3
INC
[SC 4, INC] REP 5 times (36 SC)
Join
Round 7:
SC 3 in the next ST
SC 35
Total: 38 SC
Round 8:
SC 1
SC 3 in next ST
SC 36
Total: 40 SC
Round 9:
SC 2
SC 3 in next ST
SC 37, (43, 49)
Total: 42 SC
Round 10:
SC 3
SC 3 in next ST
SC 38
Total: 44 SC
Round 11:
SC 5
CH 12
SC 1 in last SC made to create loop
SC 7
SC2TOG 15
SC 2
Total: 30 SC, 12 CH
Round 12:
SL ST 42
Total: 42 SL ST
Tie off & weave in ends
Optional:
Cut approximately 18 inches of jute
Wrap it around the base of the loop
Tie off & weave in ends
There you have it! If questions come up along the way you can comment below or reach me by email bagsbybento@gmail.com. I would love to see your finished baskets! Tag me in your photos on social media @bagsbybento on all platforms. Be sure to check out more crochet patterns and kits in the shop.
Xoxo,
Taylor
