Bohemian Blossom Basket Free Pattern

Bohemian Blossom Basket Free Pattern

Introduction

Welcome to your next crochet adventure! The Bohemian Blossom Basket is a delightful project that combines functionality with artistic flair. This stunning crochet basket, adorned with beautiful floral motifs, will not only help you organize your space but also add a splash of color and texture to your home. Perfect for storing yarn, magazines, or any other household items, this basket is a must-have for any crochet enthusiast. Let’s get started on creating your very own bohemian charm!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in assorted colors (beige for the basket, and vibrant colors like teal, coral, and mustard for the floral motifs)
• Hook: 5.5 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 14 single crochets (sc) and 16 rows = 4 inches
• Scissors for cutting yarn
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

Base of the Basket

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring. Chain (ch) 1, and work 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc. (6 sc)
2. Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (12 sc)
3. Round 3: Ch 1, *sc in next stitch, 2 sc in next stitch* around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (18 sc)
4. Round 4: Ch 1, *sc in next 2 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch* around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (24 sc)
5. Round 5: Ch 1, *sc in next 3 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch* around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (30 sc)
6. Continue increasing: Follow the same pattern of increasing until the base measures approximately 10 inches in diameter.

Sides of the Basket

1. Round 1: Ch 1, sc in the back loop only of each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.
2. Rounds 2-20: Ch 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. Continue this for a total of 20 rounds to create the sides of the basket.

Floral Motif

1. Using a contrasting color, attach yarn to any stitch on the basket.
2. Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as double crochet), 2 double crochets (dc) in the same stitch, *skip 2 stitches, 3 dc in the next stitch* around. Join with a sl st to the top of the ch-3.
3. Round 2: Sl st to the next space between the 3-dc groups, ch 3, 2 dc in the same space, ch 1, *3 dc in the next space, ch 1* around. Join with a sl st to the top of the ch-3.
4. Fasten off and weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have now completed your very own Bohemian Blossom Basket. This beautiful piece not only serves as a practical storage solution but also adds a touch of bohemian charm to your home. Feel free to experiment with different colors and yarns to make it uniquely yours. Happy crocheting!