Welcome to Week 2 of the 2016
#12WeeksChristmasCAL
Click HERE to see the schedule and learn how to join the CAL
This week’s free crochet pattern is the
Himalayan Basket
(Courtesy of Janaya Chouinard)
Thanks to our wonderful sponsor, Red Heart Yarns, for providing the yarn for this project: Red Heart Strata. This jersey knit yarn is bulky weight, so projects work up quickly! Constructed in a tube shape, with just a little stretch, this yarn won’t fray or cause your edges to curl. It’s also very soft to work with and has great stitch definition, making it perfect for home décor items such as pillows, rugs and baskets!
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Size: Diameter = 11” x Height = 6”
Materials:
Red Heart Strata Bulky 5 Yarn:
- Aran (A) – 145 yards
- Coral (B) – 37 yards
- Navy (C) – 37 yards
- Grey (D) – 37 yards
Gauge: 11 sc x 12 rows = approximately 4”
Abbreviations (US Terms):
ch: chain
RS: right side
sc: single crochet
sl st: slip stitch
st(s): stitch(es)
WS: wrong side
Twisted SC Stitch: View tutorial here: http://bit.ly/2bfp53y
SC Spike Stitch: An elongated single crochet that extends to the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd row below.
Notes:
- Weave ends as you work.
- Stitch count is in ( ) at the end of the Round.
- Ch 1 at the beginning of the round does not count as a stitch.
Pattern Instructions
Round 1: With Color A – Ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join in first st. (6)
Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around, sl st to join in first st. (12)
Round 3: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next st*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (18)
Round 4: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 2 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (24)
Round 5: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 3 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (30)
Round 6: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 4 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (36)
Round 7: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 5 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (42)
Round 8: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 6 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (48)
Round 9: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 7 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (54)
Round 10: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 8 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (60)
Round 11: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 9 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (66)
Round 12: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 10 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (72)
Round 13: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 11 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (78)
Round 14: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 12 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (84)
Round 15: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 13 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (90)
Round 16: Ch 1, *2 sc, sc in next 14 sts*, repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st. (96)
Round 17: Ch 1, sl st in each st around, sl st to join in first st, turn. (96)
Basket Sides
The first round will be worked over top of the sl sts to create a padded stitch. This creates a thick, rounded bottom edge.
Round 18 (WS): Ch 1, sc in each sc from Round 16, sl st to join in first st, turn. (96)
Round 19 (RS): Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to join in first st, turn. (96)
Round 20 – 21: Repeat Round 19. Fasten off Color A after last round.
With Right Side facing, join Color B in first stitch.
Round 22: Ch 1, *sc in next st, sc spike in next st 1 row below, sc spike in next st 2 rows below, sc spike in next st 3 rows below,* repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st, turn. (96)
Round 23: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to join in first st, turn. (96)
Round 24 – 26: Repeat Round 23. Fasten off after last round.
With Right Side facing, join Color C in first stitch.
Round 27: Ch 1, *sc spike in next st 3 rows down, sc spike in next st 2 rows down, sc spike in next st 1 row down, sc in next st,* repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st, turn. (96)
Round 28: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to join in first st, turn. (96)
Round 29 – 31: Repeat Round 28. Fasten off after last round.
With Right Side facing, join Color D in first stitch.
Round 32 – 36: Repeat Round 22 – 26. Fasten off after last round.
With Right Side facing, join Color A in first stitch.
Round 37: Ch 1, *sc spike in next st 3 rows down, sc spike in next st 2 rows down, sc spike in next st 1 row down, sc in next st,* repeat between * to end, sl st to join in first st, turn. (96)
Round 38: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to join in first st, turn. (96)
Round 39: Ch 1, sl st in each st around, sl st to join in first st, do not turn. (96)
Round 40: Ch 1, working over the sl st sts and into the sc sts from Round 38: make 1 twisted sc in each st around, sl st to join in first st. Fasten off. (96)
Weave in ends.
Be sure to come join us at the Crochet Playground FB Group for a chance to win fantastic prizes from Red Heart Yarns!
Now here is a sneak peek of Week #3: Seamist Infinity Scarf by The Purple Poncho!
For this project you will need:
- Hook: 15.0 mm
- Yarn:
- Chunky Soft – 2 skeins of Off White
- Boutique Fur – 2 skeins of Sea Mist
Happy Crocheting!
Schedule:
- 9/2 – Materials List Released – Click HERE to see what you’ll need
- 9/16 – Week #1 Waves of Warmth Cowl hosted by Pattern Paradise
- 9/23 – Week #2 Himalayan Basket hosted by Pattern Paradise
- 9/30 – Week #3 Seamist Infinity Scarf hosted by The Purple Poncho
- 10/7 – Week #4 Braided Christmas Wreath hosted by Pattern Paradise
- 10/14 – Week #5 Hint of Mint Slippers hosted by Pattern Paradise
- 10/21 – Week #6 Exquisitely Yours Winter Headband hosted by The Stitchin’ Mommy
- 10/28 – Week #7 Glamour Gloves hosted by Pattern Paradise
- 11/4 – Week #8 Mini Stocking Ornaments hosted by Pattern Paradise
- 11/11 – Week #9 Holiday Friends Blocks hosted by Snappy Tots
- 11/18 – Week #10 hosted by Pattern Paradise
- 11/25 – Week #11 hosted by Pattern Paradise
- 12/2 – Week #12 hosted by Oombawka Designs
- 12/16 – Grand Prize Winner Announced!
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sherry says
thanks for letting me look. but couldn’t print the pattern. no option available.
PatternParadise says
Thanks for stopping by. The pattern is free for your use on my website. If you prefer an ad-free PDF, it is available on Ravelry for a small fee.
Paulla-jean Pridham says
Hi. Paulla-jean here. I have tried and failed to do the second week basket Cal. I don’t want to give up yet. But I struggle with patterns and wondered if there was a video of how to do it please?
PatternParadise says
Sorry, no video 🙁