How to knit a basket from knitted yarn?

Small items basketRibbon yarn is used not only for creating wallets and clutches. Just amazing basket models created only with its help. Their application is very wide. All the tools of a true craftsman simply must be stored in something beautiful and unusual. Next are the most luxurious baskets made from ribbon yarn using a crochet hook.

Differences between knitting yarns

Knitted yarn is knitted small (usually in the range of 1-2.5 cm) strips of tape that are wound into a ball.

Baskets yarnThe knitting turns out to be very unusual - textured. No special preparation is required to knit with this yarn. All you need is yarn and a hook.

Baby blue basketInitially, yarn was created from old T-shirts, which were simply cut into strips and wound into balls. This turns out to be practically recycling.

Reference! What is very interesting about yarn is that it Can be washed at 70 degrees. Not every knitted item can afford this.

Scoop basketWhat can be made from such an unusual fiber? In fact, since the canvas is very thick, decorative and interior items are often created from it: necklaces and bracelets, wallets and backpacks, bags and other popular accessories (even belts), ottomans and elegant baskets, pillows and unusual and delicate rugs.

Set of first loops

Set of first loops

How to crochet beautiful baskets from knitted yarn?

Now it will be not only very easy to knit baskets, but also quick. Since the thread is very thick and you get a wide row at once. Then the coolest patterns and descriptions of knitting projects. Step-by-step creation of an unusual round or square basket and several ways to decorate the resulting product.

Basket blue and whiteEven a beginner can knit using simplified patterns. The thread can also be easily unraveled if a mistake is made. We offer original models: with a funny animal and a delicate basket with a cute bow.

Basket “little fox”

A very cheerful model and the child will like it (photo). You can put small toys in the basket. You can easily store yarn and various ribbons in such a funny little animal.

Basket model 1To work you will need:

  • ribbon yarn;
  • hook according to the thickness of the thread.

Sample

We knit a small square according to the pattern provided and count the density of the knitting. Then everything was converted to the required size and you can start knitting the original basket.

Basket diagram 1Bottom

The bottom is made in a pattern similar to the walls - single crochets. It is necessary to knit from the center to the periphery. Gradual addition will make such a bottom even, without compression and tubercles.

Basket bottom diagramSide walls

Access to the side walls is very easy. This is knitting a single crochet fabric according to the pattern.It’s easier to just double crochet into the stitches of the previous round and not increase or decrease. In order to get an animal, you will need to change the thread in each row according to the motif pattern. Tie to the required height.

Green basketDecoration

Use black buttons for decoration. Sew one onto the fox’s nose, and two can become her eyes.

If you wish, you can make such a basket with two-sided faces and even three-sided ones, it all depends on the chosen size.

For the basket, you can use a ribbon handle, just sew both ends at one point.

Basket with a bow

Red and white basket
Very similar to the stylish thing of a real lady. It can easily become one if you place it on the dressing table and add cosmetics. The bow and lace make it feminine and sophisticated.

Basket model 2To work you will need:

  • ribbon yarn;
  • hook according to the thickness of the thread;
  • ribbon and lace;
  • rhinestones.

Sample

Crochet a small square in the popcorn pattern and see how dense the knitting is. Count the number of repeats vertically and horizontally. Based on the density, it will then be easy to calculate how many loops the product will require.

Popcorn basket diagram

Popcorn diagram

Bottom

Make the bottom according to the pattern of flat single crochets. It should be smooth and dense and therefore you should not deviate from the provided bottom pattern. Adjust the number of rows for measurements.

Basket bottom diagram 2Side

For the side, use the popcorn crochet pattern. In order to get a slight expansion in the central part, you will need to make additions along the second row in 2 reports and 3. Then in the penultimate two, reduce the added reports. Complete the last row using single crochets. To make the top tighter, make a strapping of connecting posts under the posts.

Green-violet basketDecoration

For decoration use rhinestones and ribbon with lace. Sew a bow in the center of the basket. Decorate the strip of connecting posts with small rhinestones. So the charming basket with a neat bow is ready.

Pink-lilac basketSuch wonderful baskets can be knitted from knitted yarn. With your own hands and in just one evening. Isn't this what a real master dreams of?

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