Crochet oval baskets are the perfect combination of function and coziness. These charming baskets not only add a touch of handmade warmth to any space but also serve as versatile storage solutions for your home. Whether you use them to organize your craft supplies, store fruits on the kitchen counter, or tidy up your living room essentials, these baskets will be your new favorite home accessory. With their unique shape and soft texture, they bring a sense of handmade charm and practicality to your everyday life. Crafting a crochet oval basket allows you to unleash your creativity and create a piece that is not only useful but also stylish and personalized to your taste. So grab your yarn and hook, and let's crochet some warmth and organization into your home!
Abbreviations:
ch - chain
dc - double crochet
sl st - slip stitch
sc - single crochet
Instructions
Foundation
ch 9.
Round 1, total 20 dc:
- 2 dc into the 4th ch from hook (turning chain counts as 1 dc)
- dc into next 4 dc
- 6 dc into final ch.
- Working into the other side of the ch, dc into next 4 dc, 3 dc into last ch.
- Join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3
Round 2 , total 32 dc:
- ch 3 (counts as 1 dc now and throughout), do not turn, dc into same stitch as slip stitch
- 2 dc in each of next 2 dc
- dc in next 4 dc
- 2 dc in each of the next 6 dc
- dc in next 4 dc
- 2 dc into each of the next 3 dc. join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3
Round 3, 44 dc:
- ch 3, dc into same stitch as sl st, dc into next dc, (2 dc into next dc, dc into next dc) 2 times.
- dc into next 4 dc, (2 dc into next dc, dc into next dc) 6 times.
- dc into next 4 dc, (2 dc into next dc, dc into next dc) 3 times, join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3
Round 4, 56 dc:
- ch 3, dc into same stitch as sl st, dc into next 2 dc, (2 dc into next dc, dc into next 2 dc) 2 times.
- dc into next 4 dc, (2 dc into next dc, dc into next 2 dc) 6 times.
- dc into next 4 dc, (2 dc into next dc, dc into next 2 dc) 3 times, join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3
Round 5, 56 sc:
- ch 1, sc all around on the back loop of the next stitch (this will form an edge and creates the sides of the basket in the next rows)
Round 6 - 7, 56 dc:
- dc onto each stitch
Round 8; 56 sc:
- sc onto each stitch
Finishing:
- Leave a tail and cut the yarn
- Finish off by weaving in end
