How to Crochet Mini Storage Basket for Home Decor

• The creator uses two yarns simultaneously to ensure the pen holder is stiff and stands upright. This technique is a first for the creator when working with two yarns in crochet.
• The finished pen holder is aesthetically pleasing and can be placed on a computer table, desk, or even in the kitchen. It also makes for a unique stand in an office setting.

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Materials Needed

The materials required for this crochet project include:

• Two colors of bulky yarn: The creator used Hobby Store brand yarn, purchased online from magicneedle.in. Bulky yarn (size 5) is recommended for its thickness to ensure the stand is stiff.
• Crochet hook: A 5.0 mm hook is used. The creator advises that while other hook sizes can be used, a very thin yarn might not provide the desired stiffness.
• Scissors
• Yarn needle

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Crochet Process – Base

The tutorial begins by demonstrating how to create the base of the pen holder:

• Starting with two yarns: Take both yarns and work them together.
• Magic Circle/Ring: Create a magic circle or magic ring. For beginners, practicing with a single yarn first is recommended.
• Round 1: Chain one, then work single crochet stitches into the magic circle. Pull the tail to close the circle.
• Round 2: Chain one. Work single crochet stitches into each stitch from the previous round. The creator advises placing a stitch marker in the first stitch. Slip stitch to close the round.

• Round 3: Chain one. Work a single crochet in the first stitch and place a stitch marker. In the next stitch, work two single crochets. Repeat this pattern around the round. Slip stitch to close the round.
• Round 4: Chain one. Work one single crochet in each of the first two stitches. In the third stitch, work two single crochets. Repeat this pattern around the round. Slip stitch to close the round.
• Adjusting Base Size: The creator notes that if a larger base is desired, one can continue increasing the size of the circle by following the established pattern of increasing stitches in subsequent rounds. For this project, the creator decided the current base size was sufficient.

Crochet Process – Height and Finishing

• Hiding the Magic Circle Tail: Before proceeding, the tail from the magic circle is woven in to hide it.
• Round 5 (Back Loop Only): Chain one. Work single crochets into the back loop of each stitch from the previous round. This creates a defined edge for the side of the basket to rise. Remember to place a stitch marker in the first stitch. Slip stitch to close the round.
• Rounds 6 to 12 (Increasing Height): From Round 6 to Round 12, the process is straightforward: chain one at the beginning of each round, and then work one single crochet in both loops of each stitch.

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• The creator emphasizes the importance of maintaining the same stitch count as the last base round to ensure the holder maintains its shape. The number of rounds can be adjusted based on the desired height of the pen holder.

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• Finishing: Once the desired height is achieved, cut the yarn, leaving a tail, and pull the hook out. Use a yarn needle to weave in the remaining yarn tail to secure the work.