Crochet Heart Basket

What could be sweeter than a crochet heart basket? This delightful little creation not only adds a touch of charm to any room but also offers a practical way to store your trinkets or goodies. With its handcrafted charm and heartwarming shape, it is hard not to fall in love with this unique piece. Perfect for gifting or brightening up your home decor, the crochet heart basket is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you see it. So go ahead, grab your yarn and crochet hook, and create something whimsical and lovely for yourself or a loved one!

Supplies Needed for the Crochet Heart Basket

#6 bulky yarn (I used Lion Brand Hometown)

K(6.5 mm) hook(I love Furls Hooks)

Large eye tapestry needle

Candy or keepsakes to put inside

Skill Level:

Advanced Beginner

Finished crochet heart basket is 6″ wide and 2 1/2″ deep

Abbreviations Used {US Term}

MR=magic ring

ch=chain

dc=double crochet

sl st=slip stitch

Inc=increase (2 dc in same st)

BL=back loops

FPdc=front post double crochet

Special Stitch Used:

FPdc: yo, insert hook behind post of dc from previous row, yo, complete st as a dc

Notes:

ch 3 counts as a stitch

I used invisible join for this basket. 

Crochet Heart Basket Pattern Instructions:

Rnd 1: Using MR, 12 dc in ring, pull to close, sl st in first st using invisible join [12]

For rows 2-5, you will be working in back loops.

Rnd 2: ch 2, Inc in each st around, join as before [24]

Rnd 3: ch 2, dc next, Inc next around, join [36]

Rnd 4: ch 2, dc next 2, Inc next around, join [48]

Rnd 5: ch 2, dc each st around, join [48]

You will now be working through both loops.

Rnd 6: ch 2, dc next 2, FPdc next, around, join [32 dc, 16 FPdc]

Rnd 7: rep row 6, do not join at end of the round

Leaving a long tail, fasten off. You will now fold the un-joined ends together to form the heart. Tack the folds together. Weave in end. Shape.