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Teardrop Hanging Baskets (Free Crochet Pattern + Video Tutorial)


I'm so excited to share with you my newest free design: the Teardrop Hanging Baskets!


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    It's a very quick, easy, and seamless crochet project that is made completely in one piece with no sewing needed.  The loop on top allows you to hang it on a knob or a hook.

    Sir Batwington (FREE pattern) making himself at home in the Teardrop Basket!

    You can use this nifty, little container to put all sorts of things, including trinkets, potted succulent plants, or even your little amigurumis.  Sir Batwington, for example, finds the Teardrop Basket to be quite the cozy home!  


    As you can see, this design comes in several sizes!  I have the original size (medium) in the middle, as well as a small and large variation.  The free, written pattern below is for the SMALL size, but if you'd like the original and large size as well, please check out the PDF file!


    You might have noticed the interesting texture of my baskets, and that's because I used this really neat Chiffon Ribbon yarn from Darn Good Yarn!  It's called the "Chiffon Ribbon Ombre Pack", and I picked the color "Neutral".  The colors I received included: (1) a reddish, burnt sienna, (2) an off-white, (3) an ochre, and (4) a chocolatey, burnt umber skein. 

    Want a discount for Darn Good Yarn products?
    Be sure to use this link for 15% off your entire order!

    I really loved working with this chiffon ribbon ombre pack, and admire the lovely, natural colorations that formed!  Check out my unboxing and review video below to get a closer look!


    I absolutely love this yarn and had so much fun designing the Teardrop Baskets!  With the sturdiness of the yarn, I was easily able to get some lovely structure and definition into my baskets.


    I seriously can't get enough of Sir Batwington in this basket...

    Anyhow, you can save this pattern for later by pinning it on Pinterest!



    PDF Pattern Download (3 Sizes)

    If you'd like to download the beautifully-formatted, ad-free, and easy-to-read PDF version with photo references and all three basket sizes , you can grab it from my store, Ravelry, or Etsy.  Thank you for supporting Sweet Softies designs!





    TEARDROP HANGING BASKETS

    Free Crochet Pattern

    Terms of Use & Copyright Notice © 2019 Sweet Softies (www.sweetsofties.com). You have permission to sell finished products made from this pattern, but you must credit Sweet Softies as the owner/creator of this pattern by linking to my website (www.sweetsofties.com). No wholesale. You may not translate, copy, alter, or sell my patterns in part or in whole in any way. My patterns may not be used in video tutorials or teaching online classes. My patterns may be used in teaching in-person classes ONLY with written consent from me. You may link to this pattern but you may not copy any part of the pattern instructions on other websites.

    Crochet Pattern Information

    Introduction:
    The Teardrop Hanging Basket is a quick, easy, and whimsical container that will serve as a lovely home décor project!  It has a loop that can be hung up on a knob or a hook.  Inside the basket, you can place your cute amigurumi dolls, a potted succulent plant, or other trinkets!  The basket is worked seamlessly in one piece, requiring no sewing. The PDF pattern includes the original basket size, a small version, and a large version, so you can make a nice collection of varying sizes.  The free, written pattern below is for the small size.  These baskets make great housewarming gifts.

    Level: 
    • ★★☆☆☆ Easy / Familiar Beginner
    • Requires familiarity with the stitches used (below), attaching yarn, and sewing pieces together.

    Stitches/Terms Used (US Terminology):
    • MR: magic ring 
    • Ch: chain
    • Sl st: slip stitch
    • Dc: double crochet
    • Dc-inc: double crochet increase (2 dc in same st)

    Size:
    Small, original (medium), and large sizes are available.


    Small
    Original
    Large
    Height
    9” (23 cm)
    10.5” (26.5 cm)
    12” (30.5 cm)
    Width
    6” (15.25 cm)
    6.5” (16.5 cm)
    7.5” (19 cm)

    Materials:


    Crochet Instructions

    Important Notes (Read before beginning!)

    • The basket is worked entirely in one piece. 
    • A step-by-step video tutorial is available for this pattern.

    Small Basket Instructions 

    (Note: for the original or large sizes, check out the ad-free, easy-to-read PDF pattern file.)

    R1: In MR, sc 6. Pull ring tight. (6)
    R2: Inc around. (12)
    R3: (Sc, inc) x 6. (18)
    R4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6. (24)
    R5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6. (30)
    R6: (Sc 4, inc) x 6. (36)
    R7: Insert 3 sc in first st, sc around. (38)
    R8: Sc, insert 3 sc in next st, sc around. (40)
    R9: Sc 2, insert 3 sc in next st, sc around. (42)
    R10: Sc 3, insert 3 sc in next st, sc around. (44)

    Sc 5 so that you are now on top of the second of the 3-sc cluster made in R10. This will be the start of the new round.

    R11: Ch 12, sc in same st as the last sc. Sc 8, dec 13, sc 8. Skip the last st. (30)
    R12: Insert 12 sc in the 12-ch loop from R11. Skip the next st. Sl st around.

    Cut a long tail of yarn, approximately 15-18 inches. 



    Finishing Instructions


    Wrap the yarn around the base of the 12-ch loop, then tie it tightly and weave in the ends.

    Congratulations on finishing your Teardrop Hanging Basket!

    Want to make it in the ORIGINAL and/or LARGE sizes?  Purchase the ad-free, easy-to-read PDF pattern file for all three basket sizes!


    Video Tutorial

    Need help with this pattern?  Check out my step-by-step video tutorial below for the smallest size basket!





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    Best wishes,