Crochet Snowflake Basket Pattern
Crocheting a Snowflake Basket is a delightful project perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to your home decor. This basket is functional as well as beautiful, making it a great choice for storing small items, or even as a gift basket during the festive season. The combination of the soft Bernat® Blanket™ yarn with its stunning colors creates a warm, cozy look.
About the Crochet Project
The Crochet Snowflake Basket features a lovely textured design that sets it apart from regular baskets. It uses a technique of working in rounds, allowing for a smooth and continuous creation from base to body. The standout feature of this basket is the intricate snowflake motifs, which you will sew onto the basket’s sides, providing a charming decorative element.
As you dive into this project, you will not only enhance your crochet skills but also create a beautiful piece of functional art!
Materials
Yarn
- Bernat® Blanket™ (10.5 oz/300 g; 220 yds/201 m)
- Main Color (MC) Country Blue (10106): 2 balls
- Contrast A Vintage White (10006): 1 ball
Crochet Hook
- Size U.S. K/10.5 (6.5 mm) crochet hook (or size needed to obtain gauge)
Notions
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
Skill / Technique Requirements
Familiarity with the following techniques will help you complete this project:
- Working into back loops only (18th rnd)
- Working into both loops (19th rnd and onward)
- Handles made by chaining and skipping stitches
Snowflake Basket: Base to Body
The basket is worked in rounds, starting from the base. Follow these steps carefully to complete the base and body:
- 1st rnd: Ch 2, and make 8 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook. Join.
- 2nd rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join. (16 sc)
- 3rd rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc. Rep from * around. Join. (24 sc)
- 4th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (32 sc)
- 5th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (40 sc)
- 6th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 4 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (48 sc)
- 7th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 5 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (56 sc)
- 8th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 6 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (64 sc)
- 9th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 7 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (72 sc)
- 10th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 8 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (80 sc)
- 11th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 9 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (88 sc)
- 12th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 10 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (96 sc)
- 13th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 11 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (104 sc)
- 14th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 12 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (112 sc)
- 15th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 13 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (120 sc)
- 16th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 14 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (128 sc)
- 17th rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of the next 15 sc. Rep from * around. Join. (136 sc)
- 18th rnd: Ch 1. Working into back loops only, 1 sc in each sc around. Join. Place marker at end of rnd.
- 19th rnd: Ch 1. Working into both loops, 1 sc in each sc around. Join. Rep last rnd 16 times more. Change to Contrast A. Break MC. With Contrast A, rep last rnd 6 times more. Do not fasten off.
Handles
Creating the handles will give your basket a practical and charming finishing touch. Follow these steps:
- Handles 1st rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each of the first 29 sc. Ch 10. Skip next 10 sc. 1 sc in each of the next 58 sc. Ch 10. Skip next 10 sc. 1 sc in each of the next 29 sc. Join.
- Handles 2nd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each of the next 29 sc. 12 sc in next ch-10 sp. 1 sc in each of the next 58 sc. 12 sc in next ch-10 sp. 1 sc in each of the next 29 sc. Join. (140 sc)
- Handles 3rd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join. Fasten off.
Snowflake Motif (Make 2)
The snowflake motifs add a unique decorative element to the basket. Create them as follows:
- With Contrast A, ch 4. Join with sl st to the first ch to form a ring.
- Snowflake Motif 1st rnd: Ch 1. *1 sc in ring, ch 6, sl st in 3rd ch from hook. (Ch 3, sl st in same ch) twice, sl st in each of next 3 ch, 1 sc in ring, ch 7, sl st in 3rd ch from hook. (Ch 3, sl st in same ch) twice, sl st in each of the next 4 ch, 1 sc in ring. Rep from * twice more. Join. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly / Finishing
Once you’ve created the snowflake motifs, it’s time to attach them to your basket. Position them evenly on the front and back of the basket, centered between the handles. Sew the motifs securely.
Finally, check all your seams and ensure that everything is well-attached. Your Snowflake Basket is now complete and ready to be filled with goodies or displayed as a charming piece of decor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What yarn is used for this pattern?
This pattern requires Bernat® Blanket™ yarn. The main color is Country Blue and the contrast color is Vintage White.
Is this project worked in rows or rounds?
The Snowflake Basket is worked entirely in rounds, starting from the base and continuing throughout the body.
How many snowflake motifs do I need to make?
You will need to make two snowflake motifs to attach to the front and back of the basket.
What crochet hook size is used for this pattern?
A Size U.S. K/10.5 (6.5 mm) crochet hook is recommended, or use one that achieves the correct gauge.
Does this project require assembly?
Yes, you will assemble the basket by sewing the snowflake motifs onto the sides once they are finished, centered between the handles.
Conclusion
The Crochet Snowflake Basket is a charming project that combines functionality with an artistic flair. With its soft texture and delightful snowflake embellishments, it functions beautifully as both storage and decor. Choose lovely yarn colors to match your home style, and enjoy the process of creating something uniquely your own!