Crochet Sturdy Colorful Square Baskets Free Pattern

Materials

• Bulky weight cotton yarn in four colors (green, orange, brown, cream)
• Crochet hook size: 6.0mm (J)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Gauge

12 sc x 14 rows = 4 inches

Finished Size

Each basket measures approximately 6 inches wide and 5 inches tall.

Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)

Instructions

Base

1. Ch 21, turn.
2. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across, turn. (20 sc)
3. Rows 2-12: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (20 sc)

Body

13. Round 1: Ch 1, sc around all four sides of the rectangle base, working 3 sc in each corner. Join with a sl st to the first sc.
14. Rounds 2-20: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.
15. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Repeat the pattern

Repeat the pattern using different yarn colors for each basket to create a colorful set.

Customization

Adjust the height by adding or subtracting rounds in the body section as desired.