Introduction: In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of crocheting a stylish and functional square basket using two contrasting colors of yarn. This versatile basket can be used for storing various items around your home or as a thoughtful handmade gift. The combination of colors and the textured square pattern will add a touch of elegance to any room.

Materials Needed:

  1. Worsted weight yarn in two contrasting colors (Color A and Color B)
  2. Crochet hook suitable for your chosen yarn weight (usually size H/5mm)
  3. Yarn needle
  4. Scissors

Skill Level: Intermediate

Finished Size: Approximately 8 inches (20 cm) in width, depth, and height.

Abbreviations:

  • Ch: Chain
  • Sc: Single crochet
  • Dc: Double crochet
  • Sl st: Slip stitch
  • St(s): Stitch(es)
  • Rep: Repeat
  • RS: Right Side
  • WS: Wrong Side

Instructions:

Base:

  1. With Color A, ch 20.
  2. Row 1 (RS): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn. (19 sc)
  3. Row 2 (WS): Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn.
  4. Rep Row 2 until your piece measures 8 inches in width. Fasten off Color A.

Sides:

  1. Join Color B in any corner of the base.
  2. Round 1: Ch 1, sc in each st across, placing 3 sc in the corner st. Repeat this pattern around the entire base. Sl st to the first sc to join. (76 sc)
  3. Round 2: Ch 2 (counts as 1 dc), dc in each st across, placing 3 dc in the center st of the corner 3-sc group. Repeat this pattern around, sl st to the top of the beginning ch-2 to join. (88 dc)
  4. Round 3: Ch 1, sc in each st around, placing 3 sc in the center st of each corner 3-dc group. Sl st to the first sc to join.
  5. Round 4: Ch 2, dc in each st around, placing 3 dc in the center st of each corner 3-sc group. Sl st to the top of the beginning ch-2 to join.

Color Changes:

  1. When changing colors, fasten off the current color and weave in the loose end neatly along the inside of the basket as you work.
  2. Join the new color in any st before a corner.

Top Edge:

  1. Rep Rounds 3 and 4 (Color B).
  2. Rep Rounds 3 and 4 (Color A).
  3. Rep Rounds 3 and 4 (Color B).
  4. Rep Round 3 (Color A).

Handles:

  1. Row 1: Ch 1, sc in the first 10 sts, ch 20 (this forms the handle), skip the next 20 sts, sc in the next 24 sts, ch 20 (second handle), skip the next 20 sts, sc in the last 10 sts. Turn.
  2. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st and ch across. Turn.
  3. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Fasten off.

Finishing:

  1. Weave in any remaining loose ends.
  2. Block your square basket by gently shaping it and pinning it into place, then mist it with water and allow it to dry completely.

Congratulations, you’ve completed your Two-Color Square Basket! This versatile and stylish basket is now ready to hold and organize various items in your home. Experiment with different color combinations to match your decor or personal style. Enjoy your crocheting journey!