Suggested Yarn:
- Paintbox Yarns Simply Super Chunky (100% acrylic)
- Paintbox Yarns Recycled T-Shirt Yarn
- Stylecraft Special XL Super Chunky (100% acrylic)
- Bernat Maker Big (50% Cotton, 50% Nylon)
Yarn Measurements: Approx. 250 yards / 230 meters

Hook: 7mm (L) crochet hook
Gauge: 8 stitches x 7 rows = 4″ x 4″ (10cm x 10cm) (not essential for this pattern)

Finished Pattern Size:
- Circumference: Approx. 34″ / 86 cm
- Height: 7″ / 18 cm
Other Tools:
- 5 stitch markers
- Yarn needle

Abbreviations (US Terminology):

Stitching Instructions for Making the Chunky Crochet Basket Pattern:

The base is worked in rounds using single crochet increases to create a flat, circular bottom.

Start with a Magic Ring (MR)
- Create a Magic Ring and pull it tight to form a neat center.
- Round 1: ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), work 6 sc into MR, pull tight, sl st to first sc to join. (6 sts)
- Round 2: ch 1, work 2 sc in each st around (increase in every stitch), sl st to join. (12 sts)
- Round 3: ch 1, (sc in next st, inc in next st) repeat around, sl st to join. (18 sts)
- Round 4: ch 1, (sc in next 2 sts, inc in next st) repeat around, sl st to join. (24 sts)
- Round 5: ch 1, (sc in next 3 sts, inc in next st) repeat around, sl st to join. (30 sts)
- Round 6: ch 1, (sc in next 4 sts, inc in next st) repeat around, sl st to join. (36 sts)
- Round 7: ch 1, (sc in next 5 sts, inc in next st) repeat around, sl st to join. (42 sts)

If a larger base is needed, continue increasing rounds using the pattern (sc in next X sts, inc in next st) until the desired size is reached.

Once the base is complete, the sides are worked without increasing. This helps the basket take shape and creates vertical structure.

Round 8 (Transition Round for Firm Structure):
- ch 1, sc in blo of each st around, sl st to join. (42 sts)
- This round helps create a defined edge between the base and the sides, giving the basket a clean, crisp shape.
Rounds 9-20 (Building the Height):
- ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to join. (42 sts)
- Work in continuous rounds for a seamless look, or join at the end of each round for an even edge.
- For a textured look, try alternating blo and flo sc every other round.
- To make the walls stiffer, substitute hdc for sc in every alternate round.

Handles add functionality and allow for easy transport. They are made by chaining over a section of stitches and continuing the round as normal.

Round 21 (Creating Handle Openings):
- ch 1, sc in next 10 sts,
- ch 5 (skip 5 sts for handle opening),
- sc in next 12 sts,
- ch 5 (skip 5 sts for second handle opening),
- sc in remaining 10 sts, sl st to join. (42 sts)
Round 22 (Reinforcing the Handles):
- ch 1, sc in each st around, making sure to crochet into each ch from the previous round as well, sl st to join. (42 sts)

The final round creates a smooth edge to enhance durability and give the basket a professional look.

Final Round (Edging for a Sturdy Finish):