{"id":52851,"date":"2015-08-20T09:57:08","date_gmt":"2015-08-19T23:57:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/?p=52851"},"modified":"2020-11-20T10:54:21","modified_gmt":"2020-11-19T23:54:21","slug":"crochet-coiled-rainbow-basket","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/crochet-coiled-rainbow-basket\/","title":{"rendered":"Rainbow Coil + Crochet Basket DIY"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Little crochet baskets are so handy for corralling small miscellanea that seem to end up all over the house, you can never have too many. I&#8217;ve created some lovely rainbow hued ones with a simple coil basket making technique.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_53046\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-53046\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-53046 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/CoiledCrocheted-Rainbow-Basket-title.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket DIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/CoiledCrocheted-Rainbow-Basket-title.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/CoiledCrocheted-Rainbow-Basket-title-242x300.jpg 242w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/CoiledCrocheted-Rainbow-Basket-title-600x743.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/CoiledCrocheted-Rainbow-Basket-title-330x408.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/CoiledCrocheted-Rainbow-Basket-title-372x460.jpg 372w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-53046\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">This post contains affiliate links.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>There baskets were actually an experiment in using variegated gradient yarn. Instead of weaving I&#8217;ve used crochet which makes the process go a lot faster.<\/p>\n<p>I received a few samples of 4ply cotton Mornington Yarn (now discontinued) with a self striping rainbow pattern through it. I love the idea of variegated yarn but am often dissatisfied with how it pools when knitted or crocheted, so it was time to experiment.<\/p>\n<p>This yarn would be a good substitute to achieve a rainbow effect.<\/p>\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"mypoppet-20\";\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"manual\";\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";\namzn_assoc_design = \"enhanced_links\";\namzn_assoc_asins = \"B086LD5D4N\";\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit\";\namzn_assoc_linkid = \"a6eabf865a32f8a5d9b494d492475387\";\n<\/script><br \/>\n<script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>These <strong>Crochet Coil Baskets<\/strong> show of the rainbow gradient perfectly, I&#8217;ve sized them to make the best use of the yarn&#8217;s pattern.<\/p>\n<p>If you have yarn with a less prominent gradient\/variegation, you can adjust the size of your basket accordingly.<\/p>\n<p>Because I&#8217;ve used t-shirt yarn as the core, they are nice and floppy but if you want a firmer basket consider using thin rope. You can even make them fit around an old jar and hey presto, a new vase!<\/p>\n<p><strong>MORE CROCHET BASKET PROJECT IDEAS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/crochet-basket-scrap-yarn-projects\/\">Scrap Yarn Crochet Basket<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/crochet-pattern-rainbow-storage-basket\/\">T-Shirt Yarn Rainbow Storage Basket<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/crochet-heart-shaped-storage-baskets\/\">T-Shirt Yarn Heart Shaped Basket<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/crochet-nesting-baskets-with-zpagetti-yarn\/\">Basic Nesting Basket Tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Let&#8217;s Get Started Making a Coil &amp; Crochet Basket<\/h2>\n<h3>You will need:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>T-shirt yarn or thick cord for the core<\/li>\n<li>Gradient rainbow yarn cotton yarn &#8211; The yarn I used is discontinued &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2INDURA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">this rainbow yarn<\/a> should work well.<\/li>\n<li>3.5mm crochet hook<\/li>\n<li>Scissors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit0\";\namzn_assoc_search_bar = \"true\";\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"mypoppet-20\";\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"manual\";\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";\namzn_assoc_title = \"Need Supplies?\";\namzn_assoc_asins = \"B01FMMVML6,B07PNKKC4L,B06XP92JR2,B076P1HRS4\";\namzn_assoc_linkid = \"0f5171d9b3925791551b639ae7740e38\";\n<\/script><br \/>\n<script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Finished size: 9cm diam x 9cm tall<\/p>\n<h2>How to make a crochet basket:<\/h2>\n<p>Crochet stitch used = single crochet (Sc)<\/p>\n<h3>How to do a single crochet stitch over a cord<\/h3>\n<p>Single crochet over a cord is much the same as tapestry crochet, the idea is to form your stitch around the cord and encase it. The stitch mechanics remain the same. I&#8217;ve taken some step by step photos and made an animation to help you if you are not familiar with the single crochet stitch.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-53051 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc1.jpg\" alt=\"Single crochet stitch over cord\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc1.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc1-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc1-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc1-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>1. Insert hook through top of stitch in previous row.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-53052 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc2.jpg\" alt=\"Single crochet stitch over cord\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc2.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc2-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc2-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc2-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>2. Pull yarn through (yarn over)<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-53053 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc3.jpg\" alt=\"Single crochet stitch over cord\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc3.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc3-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc3-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc3-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>3. You should now have 2 loops on your hook.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-53054 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc4.jpg\" alt=\"Single crochet stitch over cord\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc4.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc4-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc4-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc4-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc4-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>4. Yarn over &#8211; over cord<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-53055 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc5.jpg\" alt=\"Single crochet stitch over cord\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc5.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc5-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc5-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc5-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/sc5-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>5. Pull yarn through both loops. Stitch complete<\/p>\n<p>Here is a short animation of all those steps put together.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53032\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-stitch-animation.gif\" alt=\"Single crochet stitch over cord\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\"><\/p>\n<h3>How to make the crochet basket &#8211; Base<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53033\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-1.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket DIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-1.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-1-300x232.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-1-600x463.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-1-330x255.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-1-595x460.jpg 595w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>1. Wrap the t-shirt yarn (or cord) into a small ring.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53034\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-2.jpg\" alt=\"Single crochet stitch over cord\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-2.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-2-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-2-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-2-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>2. Sc closely together as many stitches as you can fit around the ring. If you have a small tail hanging out that&#8217;s ok.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53035\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-3.jpg\" alt=\"Single crochet stitch over cord\" width=\"690\" height=\"511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-3.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-3-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-3-600x444.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-3-330x244.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-3-621x460.jpg 621w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>3. Sc all the way around until you are back at the start (that was round 1). You will now work in a spiral with the hook going into the corresponding stitch below (from previous rounds).<br \/>\nFor round 2, Sc 2 stitches into every stitch from the round before.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53036\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-4.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket DIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"545\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-4.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-4-300x237.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-4-600x474.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-4-330x261.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-4-582x460.jpg 582w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>4. Carry on in a spiral with and occasional increase (2 stitches in one), checking that the work lies flat after every round. If it starts to cup, you need to add more increases. There is no strict formula for this as the tops of the stitches elongate over the cord allowing for it to sit flat.<\/p>\n<p>Crochet to the desired base size, mine was 9cm.<\/p>\n<h3>How to make the crochet basket &#8211; Sides<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53037\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-5.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket DIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-5.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-5-300x230.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-5-600x459.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-5-330x253.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-5-601x460.jpg 601w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>5. When it&#8217;s time to build up the sides, re-position the cord so it sits up (as opposed to flat), continue Sc with no increases.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53038\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-6.jpg\" alt=\"crochet basket instructions\" width=\"690\" height=\"469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-6.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-6-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-6-600x408.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-6-330x224.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-6-677x460.jpg 677w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>How to make the basket &#8211; Base<\/h3>\n<p>6. You should notice the edges start to curve up once the first round of the sides is finished. If it&#8217;s sill sitting flat give the cord a gentle pull to gather the stitches in.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53039\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-7.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket DIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-7.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-7-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-7-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-7-330x247.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-7-614x460.jpg 614w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>7. Flip your work over so the right side will now face out as you continue to crochet.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53040\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-8.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket DIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-8.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-8-300x229.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-8-600x458.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-8-330x252.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-8-602x460.jpg 602w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>8. Work your sides up&#8230;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53041\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-9.jpg\" alt=\"basket-9\" width=\"690\" height=\"506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-9.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-9-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-9-600x440.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-9-330x242.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket-9-627x460.jpg 627w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&#8230;and up&#8230;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53042\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket10.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket DIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket10.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket10-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket10-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket10-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket10-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&#8230;and up.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53043\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket11.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket DIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket11.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket11-300x227.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket11-600x455.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket11-330x250.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket11-607x460.jpg 607w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>9. When you are happy with the basket height (mine was 9cm) taper your t-shirt yarn or cord.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53044\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket12.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket DIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket12.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket12-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket12-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket12-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket12-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>10. Sc until the end of the cord is fully covered, it should taper off gradually.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53045\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket13.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket DIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket13.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket13-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket13-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket13-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/basket13-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>11. To finish off, crochet a final row of Sc then break off yarn and weave in ends.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53048\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished1.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket DIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished1.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished1-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished1-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished1-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>All done! Don&#8217;t they look smashing? I love how the colour gradually changes up the sides of the basket.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53049\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished2.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket with t-shirt yarnDIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished2.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished2-235x300.jpg 235w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished2-600x765.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished2-330x421.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished2-361x460.jpg 361w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-53050\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished3.jpg\" alt=\"Coil + Crochet Rainbow Basket DIY on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished3.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished3-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished3-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-finished3-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>They are the perfect size for storing all sorts of little bits and pieces in. Use them to store craft supplies, stationery, jewellery, makeup, toiletries, small toys&#8230;the list is endless.<\/p>\n<p>They would also make a great gift for a friend filled with treats, like a mini hamper.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-53047 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-featured.jpg\" alt=\"crochet basket patten on MyPoppet.com.au\/Makes\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-featured.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-featured-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-featured-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-featured-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-featured-613x460.jpg 613w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-featured-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crochet-basket-featured-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Now you know how to crochet over a cord, you can adapt the same techniques to a bigger project like this <a href=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/coil-crochet-scrap-fabric-rug-diy\/\">crochet rug<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit0\";\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"mypoppet-20\";\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"search\";\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";\namzn_assoc_title = \"Shop Related Products\";\namzn_assoc_default_search_phrase = \"crochet book\";\namzn_assoc_default_category = \"All\";\namzn_assoc_linkid = \"2618deb6c5b09f14d844162adb24ed9c\";\namzn_assoc_search_bar = \"true\";\namzn_assoc_search_bar_position = \"top\";\n<\/script><br \/>\n<script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Little crochet baskets are so handy for corralling small miscellanea that seem to end up all over the house, you can never have too many. 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