Make a Sweet Crochet Heart Basket — Free Quick Pattern & Finishing Tips
What could be sweeter than a handmade crochet heart basket? This petite, charming project is perfect for holding candy, small keepsakes, or gifting as a thoughtful handmade accent. The pattern uses bulky yarn and works up quickly, making it a great make for advanced-beginner crocheters who want a fast, satisfying result.
Supplies Needed for the Crochet Heart Basket
- #6 bulky yarn (example used: Lion Brand Hometown)
- K (6.5 mm) crochet hook
- Large-eye tapestry needle
- Candy or keepsakes to put inside (optional)
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner
Finished basket measures approximately 6" wide and 2 1/2" deep.
Abbreviations Used (US Terms)
- MR = magic ring
- ch = chain
- dc = double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- Inc = increase (2 dc in same stitch)
- BL = back loops
- FPdc = front post double crochet
Special Stitch
FPdc: yarn over, insert hook behind the post of the dc from the previous row (coming from front to back), yarn over and complete as a dc.
Notes
- ch 3 counts as a stitch
- Pattern uses an invisible join for rounds where noted
Crochet Heart Basket Pattern Instructions
Rnd 1: Using MR, 12 dc in ring, pull to close, sl st in first st using invisible join [12]
For Rnds 2–5 you will be working in back loops only.
Rnd 2: ch 2, Inc in each st around, join as before [24]
Rnd 3: ch 2, dc next, Inc next around, join [36]
Rnd 4: ch 2, dc next 2, Inc next around, join [48]
Rnd 5: ch 2, dc each st around, join [48]
From Rnd 6 onward you will be working through both loops.
Rnd 6: ch 2, dc next 2, FPdc next, around, join [32 dc, 16 FPdc]
Rnd 7: Repeat Rnd 6, do not join at end of the round. Leaving a long tail, fasten off.
Fold the un-joined ends together to form the heart shape, aligning the points and curves. Use the long tail and a tapestry needle to tack the folded edges together securely. Weave in and trim the end. Shape the basket by gently pinching and arranging the heart curves until you achieve the desired look.
Finishing Tips
- Use a large-eye tapestry needle to neatly tack and weave in ends.
- If you want a sturdier basket, use a tighter tension or consider lining it with felt (optional).
- Vary yarn colors or add a small crochet loop at the top to hang the basket as a small decoration or ornament.
Enjoy your sweet crochet heart basket—perfect as a tiny gift container or a charming accent in your home.