Transform your home décor with our collection of 8 modern knit basket patterns – 2023 edition, offering stylish and functional storage solutions for every room.
Enhance your home with handcrafted elegance and practicality – explore our collection of 8 modern knit basket patterns – 2023 edition today and embark on a creative journey to stylish organization. These modern designs offer versatile storage solutions for every corner of your home. Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or just starting out, this collection will have something for everyone and these knit baskets are perfect for organizing and beautifying any space.
Here are the most common supplies you will need to make a basket:
Tips For Making Knitted Baskets
Knitting a basket is a fun and creative project that requires some specific knitting techniques to achieve the desired shape and structure. Here are the key knitting techniques you’ll need for knitting a basket:
- Casting On: Start by casting on the desired number of stitches to create the base of your basket. You can use any cast-on method you prefer, but a long-tail cast-on or a provisional cast-on are often suitable choices.
- Knit Stitch (Garter Stitch): Most baskets are knitted in garter stitch, which means you knit every row. This creates a dense and sturdy fabric, perfect for holding its shape.
- Increasing: To shape the sides of the basket, you’ll need to increase stitches. This is typically done by knitting into the front and back of a stitch (kfb) or by knitting into the same stitch multiple times.
- Stitch Markers: Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of each round or row, especially if you’re knitting in the round or following a pattern with specific stitch counts.
- Working in the Round: Many basket patterns are knitted in the round, which means you’ll need to use circular knitting needles or double-pointed needles. Knitting in the round creates a seamless, tubular shape.
- Stranded Colorwork (Optional): Some basket patterns incorporate stranded colorwork or fair isle techniques to create colorful patterns or designs on the sides of the basket. You’ll need to know how to carry and manage multiple yarn colors.
- Decreasing: To shape the top of the basket or create handles, you’ll need to decrease stitches. Common decrease methods include knit two together (k2tog) or slip, slip, knit (ssk).
- Binding Off: Once your basket is the desired height, you’ll bind off to secure the stitches and create a neat edge. A standard bind-off or a stretchy bind-off may be used, depending on the pattern.
- Seaming or Joining (Optional): If your basket is knitted in separate pieces, you’ll need to seam or join them together. Techniques like mattress stitch or whipstitch can be used.
- Handles (Optional): If your basket design includes handles, you’ll need to follow specific instructions for creating and attaching them. This may involve creating an i-cord handle or knitting separate pieces to sew onto the basket.
- Blocking (Optional): Depending on the yarn and stitch pattern, you might choose to block your basket to help shape it and even out the stitches. Wet blocking is often used for knitting projects.
- Weaving in Ends: Be sure to weave in any loose yarn ends to secure them and give your basket a tidy appearance.
- Embellishments (Optional): You can add buttons, ribbons, or other embellishments to customize your knitted basket and give it a unique finishing touch.
Knitting a basket allows for creativity in color, stitch pattern, and size. Whether you’re making a small decorative basket or a large storage container, these techniques will help you create a functional and beautiful knitted basket to suit your needs.
Disclaimer: None of these knitting patterns are mine they are designed by many talented designers which a link and credit is given underneath each picture. This is a knitting round up post.
8 Modern Knit Basket Patterns – 2023 Edition
1. Entangle Basket
Who is the designer of this knitting pattern?
The designer of this knitting pattern is Deja Joy KnitAndCrochetEvrAft
What is the skill level?
Intermediate
What knitting needles should I use?
10.5 [6.5mm] 16″ circular and either two double-pointed needles (dpn), or another circular in the same size
What yarn should I use?
200 yards of super bulky weight yarn
Project Size?
8″ high x 26″ around
Where can I find this knitting pattern?
You can find this knitting pattern on the website, here is the link!
2. Fundamentals Basket
Who is the designer of this knitting pattern?
The designer of this knitting pattern is Deja Joy KnitAndCrochetEvrAft
What is the skill level?
Intermediate
What knitting needles should I use?
Size 8 [5mm] 24” circular needles
What yarn should I use?
350 yards of super bulky weight yarn
Project Size?
Approx. 36” around x 8” tall
Where can I find this knitting pattern?
You can find this knitting pattern on the website, here is the link!
3. Easy Baskets Pouches
Who is the designer of this knitting pattern?
The designer of this knitting pattern is Vintage Knitter VintagePatternFaves
What is the skill level?
Easy
What knitting needles should I use?
Not stated
What yarn should I use?
Superfine fingering, with the yarn doubled
Project Size?
S, M, L (12x12cm, 15x15cm, 18x18cm; 4 3/4 x 4 3/4″, 6×6″, 7×7″)
Where can I find this knitting pattern?
You can find this knitting pattern on the website, here is the link!
4. Slouchy Hanging Basket
Who is the designer of this knitting pattern?
The designer of this knitting pattern is Alexandra Tavel TwoOfWandsShop
What is the skill level?
Easy
What knitting needles should I use?
Not stated
What yarn should I use?
Not stated
Project Size?
Diameter: 8.5”/21.5cm (small), 13.75”/35cm (large)
Circumference: 27”/68.5cm (small), 43”/109cm (large)
Depth: 8”/20cm (small), 12”/30.5cm (large)
Where can I find this knitting pattern?
You can find this knitting pattern on the website, here is the link!
5. Baltimore Basket
Who is the designer of this knitting pattern?
The designer of this knitting pattern is Josie PeonyKnits
What is the skill level?
Intermediate
What knitting needles should I use?
Not stated
What yarn should I use?
Not stated
Project Size?
Pattern includes large (8″x7″), medium (8″x6″), and small (4″x5″) basket variations
Where can I find this knitting pattern?
You can find this knitting pattern on the website, here is the link!
6. Barnstable Baskets
Who is the designer of this knitting pattern?
The designer of this knitting pattern is Susan ABoxofTwine
What is the skill level?
Advanced beginner to Intermediate
What knitting needles should I use?
Size 13 (9.0mm) circular knitting needles, at least 24″ length
What yarn should I use?
Super Bulky Weight (6)
Yardage: one skein (approx. 106 yards) of Wool Ease Thick & Quick (size 6) yarn will make at least 2 baskets.
Project Size?
Two (Medium: 20″ circumference by 4.5″ height, Small: 14″ circumference by 4″ height)
Where can I find this knitting pattern?
You can find this knitting pattern on the website, here is the link!
7. Knit rope basket
Who is the designer of this knitting pattern?
The designer of this knitting pattern is Cara Corey
What is the skill level?
Easy
What knitting needles should I use?
Not stated
What yarn should I use?
Not stated
Project Size?
The large basket is approximately 13 inches in diameter and 12 inches tall. The medium size is 10×10 inches and the small is 9×9 inches.
Where can I find this knitting pattern?
You can find this knitting pattern on the website, here is the link!
8. Jute Knit Stitch Plant Cozy
Who is the designer of this knitting pattern?
The designer of this knitting pattern is Jennifer Thompson bromefields
What is the skill level?
Beginner
What knitting needles should I use?
US 9 {5.5mm} Circular Needles with a 16” {41cm} Cable
What yarn should I use?
Super Bulky
Yardage: 75 – 85 yards {69 – 78 meters}
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks Simply Cotton Organic Worsted Yarn
Project Size?
Fits a 5” {13cm} Diameter Container
Where can I find this knitting pattern?
You can find this knitting pattern on the website, here is the link!
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