Easy Crochet Baskets

Last week I talked about cleaning out my kitchen drawers, to get them organized and this week I decided to continue doing some organization by going through my yarn stash. While going through my yarn stash, I found some recycled ribbon yarn and wooden basket bottoms that I purchased over six months ago and were pushed to the back of the closet. So I decided to make a few baskets to help organize my yarn stash. 

Here we go a skein fresh off the hook:

                                      Easy Crochet Baskets

Whether you are a experienced crocheter or a beginning crocheter ready to try something different, this single crochet basket is quick and easy to make. The pattern uses three different single crochet stitches. It begins with two rows of basic single crochet stitches to attach the wooden base, moves on to the waistcoat stitch, and finishes with a reverse single crochet stitch.

Note: The waistcoat stitch (also known as the knit st) is used for these baskets, since it makes a dense fabric that helps the baskets to hold their structure.

The larger of the two baskets 7 ¾” (19.685 cm) across the bottom, 8” (20.32 cm) across the top, and 5”(12.7 cm) high. It holds 4- 3.5 oz/100g skeins of yarn.                  

The smaller basket is 5 ¾” (14.6 cm) across the bottom, 6” (15.24 cm) across the top, and 4” (10.16) high, and works great for holding left over yarn!

These baskets are not just for yarn storage, they can be used to store other items, used as decorations, to hold plants, or giving as a gift, the possibilities are endless!

For information on the yarn and tools used to make these baskets check out the pattern here

Have a hooky day! Lynne

*All images are copyright by Lynne Samaan and D60 Crochet, please do not use without permission, Thank you!  

Potholder fun!

The beginning of the year seems to be a time when people like to clean out closets and drawers and get organized! I decided to clean out and organize out my kitchen drawers and noticed that my potholders were stained and even had a burn mark or two on them. Since potholders are a useful kitchen item that can protect your hands from hot surfaces and can be used to protect countertops and tables from hot pots, pans, or baking dishes, they are something I needed to replace. So instead of buying some new ones I decided to start my 2025 crochet journey by making new potholders. 

Here we go a skein, fresh off the hook:

                                                 Wattle Stitch Pot Holders

These potholders are a quick to make since they have a repeating pattern done with basic crochet stitches. In fact you could probably crochet one up in an hour or two! It is best to make potholders with cotton yarn since it can be heat resistant, can absorbed water, and can stand up to repeated washings.

Not only are potholders a handy item to have around, they are also considered decorative, since they can add color to your kitchen and can be incorporated into any decor. Crochet potholders make great gifts and there are no limits to what colors can be used.

Grab your hook and lets start our 2025 creative crochet journey together!

Have a hooky day! Lynne

*Always use caution when handling hot items*

*All images are copyright by Lynne Samaan and D60 Crochet, please do not use without permission, Thank you!