Crochet Beautiful Candy Basket

Crocheting a beautiful candy basket can be such a delightful and rewarding project! Not only is it a fun way to exercise your creativity, but it also makes for a charming and practical gift or decoration. Choosing vibrant yarn colors that remind you of candy can really make the basket pop and add a touch of sweetness to any room. The repetitive rhythm of crochet stitches can be quite soothing, making it a relaxing activity to unwind with after a long day. Whether you're an experienced crocheter or just starting out, this project is sure to bring a smile to your face and brighten up your day. Dive into this delightful project and create something sweet and special with your own hands!

Materials Needed
Worsted weight acrylic yarn in black
Size H/8 or 5mm aluminum crochet hook
Yarn needle for weaving in ends
Halloween Candies of choice

Yarn Thickness: 4mm
Gauge: 4sc=1"
Finished Size: 3"x3.5"
Skill Level: Beginner

Instructions
RND 1: Ch5, join w/slst to first ch to form ring. Ch2, 14hdc in ring. Join w/slst to top of ch2.

RND 2: Ch2. Hdc in same st as slst. 2hdc in each st around. Join w/slst to top of ch2.

RND 3-5: Ch2. Hdc in each st around. Join w/slst to top of ch2.

RND 6: Ch2. Yo, insert hook in next st, yo, pull up a lp, insert hook in next st, yo, pull up a lp, yo, pull through all lps on hook. (hdcdec made) *Hdc in next st. Hdcdec 1. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top of ch2.

RND 7: Ch1. Sc in each st around. Join w/slst to ch1.

RND 8: Ch1. Reverse sc in each st around. Join w/slst to ch1. Fasten off and weave ends into back of work.

Finishing Handles
Make 2 the same. Ch10, join w/slst to first ch to form ring. Fasten off. Sew to RND 7 on opposite sides.

Finishing: Fill with candy and enjoy!