These little Easter egg baskets are so cute and quick to make. They’re perfect for stashing a 2-3 small chocolate eggs or other similar sized treats. If you’re hosting a spring or Easter get-together, these baskets would make adorable accents for the table or even as a little gift for guests.
Find the free crochet pattern below…
This pattern is available for free here on my blog. An ad-free, neatly formatted, printer friendly version is also available in my Etsy shop.
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Notes:
– This pattern is written in US terms (find a stitch conversion chart here)
– Gauge is not important for this pattern
– The finished basket measures approximately 1 ½ inches in diameter and 2 ½ inches tall
– Beginning CH 1 does not count as a stitch throughout
– Although the pattern calls for acrylic yarn, cotton yarn would be a lovely option as well
Materials Needed:
– Approximately 7 yards of worsted weight acrylic yarn. I used WeCrochet Heatherly
– 4mm hook
– Yarn needle
– Scissors
– Measuring tape
Stitches:
CH – Chain
SS – Slip Stitch
HDC – Half Double Crochet
BHDC – Back Loop Half Double Crochet
Special Stitch Tutorial:
There are no special stitches required for this pattern.
Pattern:
Begin with a magic circle OR CH 3 and SS into the first CH to make a loop.
Round 1:CH 1 (does not count as a stitch) and place 10 HDC into the loop. SS into the first HDC.
(10 HDC stitches)
Round 2:
CH 1 (does not count as a stitch) and place 2 HDC into each stitch around. SS into the first HDC.
(20 HDC stitches)
Tip: You might find it easier to weave in the centre tail at this point before building the side of the basket and making the handle.
Round 3:
CH 1 (does not count as a stitch) and place 1 BLHDC into each stitch around. SS into the first HDC.
(20 HDC stitches)
Round 4:
CH 1 (does not count as a stitch) and place 1 HDC into each stitch around. SS into the first HDC.
(20 HDC stitches)
Round 5:
Repeat round 4. Do not fasten off.
Basket Handle:
CH 18. SS into the HDC stitch directly across (about the halfway point of the basket (photo A).
CH 1 and turn. SS into each CH across. SS into the same HDC where the CH began. Fasten off and weave in all ends.
Great job! Your Mini Easter Egg Basket is complete. For more fun and creative designs, be sure to check out the Free Pattern section of my blog. Ad free, printer friendly versions can be found in my Etsy and Ravelry shops. Happy Crocheting!