This crochet basket crochet yarn craft is a cheerful hands-on project for kids, classrooms, and family craft time. It uses the tutorial steps below as the practical guide while adding helpful planning notes so the project feels easier to prepare, follow, and finish. Gather the supplies first, give yourself a little workspace, and enjoy making something creative from simple materials.
Materials:
- Super bulky cotton yarn (size 6; 2 colours)
- Crochet Basket Pattern (No Ads)
Equipment:
Instructions:
Find what you need:
- Gather your supplies and materials.Choose two colours of yarn. The first one you use will make up the bottom of the basket.
Round 1:
- Start with a magic circle and insert 6 single crochet into it.Pull the tail to tighten and slip stitch into the first stitch.
Round 2:
- Chain 1. Insert 2 sc into each st around (an increase).Sl st into the first st to join.
Round 3:
- Ch 1. *Insert 1 sc into the first st and inc into the next st.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st into the first st to join.
Round 4:
- Ch 1. *Insert 1 sc into each of the first 2 sts and inc into the next st.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st into the first st to join.
Round 5:
- Ch 1. *Insert 1 sc into each of the first 3 sts and inc into the next st.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st into the first st to join.
Round 6:
- Ch 1. *Insert 1 sc into each of the first 4 sts and inc into the next st.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st into the first st to join.
Round 7:
- Ch 1. *Insert 1 sc into each of the first 5 sts and inc into the next st.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st into the first st to join.
Round 8:
- Ch 1. Insert 1 sc into the BLO of each st around.Sl st into the first st to join.
Rounds 9 – 15:
- Ch 1. Insert 1 sc into each st around.Sl st into the first st to join.Cut off the yarn.
Round 16:
- Switch to the second colour and ch 1. Insert 1 sc into each st around.Sl st into the first st to join.
Rounds 17 – 18:
- Ch 1 and insert 1 sc into each st around.Sl st into the first st to join.
Round 19:
- Ch 1 and insert 1 sc into each of the first 6 sts.
- Ch 12.
- Sk 8 sts and sl st into the next st after.
- Insert 1 sc into each of the next 12 sts.
- Ch 12. Sk 8 sts and sl st into the next st.
- Insert 1 sc into each of the last 6 sts.Sl st into the first st to join.
Round 20:
- Ch 1. Insert 1 sc into each of the first 6 sts.Then work 12 sc around the first “ch-12” from the previous round.
- Insert 1 sc into each of the next 12 sts.Then work 12 sc around the second “ch-12” from the previous round.
- Insert 1 sc into each of the last 6 sts.Sl st into the first st to join.
Round 21:
- Ch 1 and insert 1 sc into each st around.Sl st into the first st to join.
Finish off the basket:
- Cut and tie off the yarn.
- Sew in the tails.
- Your crochet basket is complete!
- Now have fun making these DIY baskets in different sizes and colours! See our Etsy pattern for more details.
Helpful Tips
- Keep your yarn tension even so both crochet squares come out close to the same size.
- Use the hook size listed in the tutorial so the stitches are firm enough to hold the marble securely.
- Check the marble fit before closing the toy so it can move inside without slipping out.
FAQs
What yarn works best for a crochet fidget toy?
Worsted weight yarn works well because it creates a sturdy fabric that can hold a marble while still feeling soft in your hands.
What size crochet hook do I need?
Use the hook size listed in the tutorial. For this project, a 5mm crochet hook helps create stitches that are firm but still easy to work with.
What size marble should I use?
A regular glass marble is usually a good fit. Check that the marble can move inside the toy without slipping through the stitches.
Can beginners make this crochet fidget toy?
Yes, confident beginners can make it if they are comfortable chaining, working basic crochet stitches, joining pieces, and finishing yarn ends.
Can I wash a crochet marble fidget toy?
Hand wash gently and let it air dry. Avoid rough washing because the marble and stitched closure should stay secure.
Final Thoughts
When the crochet fidget toy is finished, test the marble movement gently and check that the closing stitches feel secure. This is a small project, but it is a useful way to practice tension, joining, and simple finishing while making something fun to hold.
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