Mini Potbellied Basket by Nora Xu

Mini Potbellied Basket

by Nora Xu
Crochet
March 2023
Aran (8 wpi) ?
3 stitches and 3 rows = 1 inch
4.0 mm (G)
70 - 75 yards (64 - 69 m)
one size
US
English
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This basket is good for collecting small items on your desktop or in drawers — or for holding a small batch of wrapped chocolates.

This crochet pattern also includes a simple bunny appliqué, which can be tied to the side of the basket. Detailed steps are included with the pattern.

The side of the basket is made sturdier with a special stitch, which is detailed in the step-by-step guiding images and in an accompanying video demonstration.

Also, in the PDF’s References section, you can find tips and introductions for the crochet techniques used in the pattern.

Different color combinations and arrangements give the basket a different style. Two suggested styles are included in the pattern.

Difficulty Level: Beginner – Intermediate

Crochet Stitches used in the pattern:

  • Magic Circle
  • Slip Stitch
  • Chain Stitch
  • Single Crochet Stitch
  • Half Double Crochet Stitch
  • Double Crochet Stitch
  • Increase
  • Special Stitch (a step-by-step image guide and a video demonstration is included)

The PDF is written in English, and it includes:

  • A list of recommended materials and tools
  • A written pattern (in US terms)
  • Guiding images
  • References: crochet technique introductions, including:
    • Regular single crochet stitch vs. single crochet cross stitch
    • How to change colors in single crochet
    • How to identify the “right side” and “wrong side”

The size depends on the yarn weight and the crochet hook size. Try to use a smaller size hook than recommended on the yarn label.

As a reference, using the recommended materials and tools, the basket will be approximately 4’’ in diameter and 2.5” tall.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out via email at xycraftstudioinfo@gmail.com. Any feedback is highly appreciated.