Crochet boxes: beauty in simple details

With a little talent, they create decorative crafts from unwanted boxes and colorful threads.

Round crochet boxes

A striking example is a rainbow thing made of polyester. For the work we used a regular plastic jar, 30 g of yarn and hook No. 2. First, according to pattern No. 1, the round bottom is knitted, then the side part is knitted to a height of 12 rows using regular s/n stitches.

Separately, according to scheme No. 2, a lid is made, and the knitted parts are put on a plastic base. To secure the rainbow cover to the cup, you can coat it with glue around the perimeter or pass a elastic band over the edge of the parts.

A pleasant creative activity for needlewomen is crocheting boxes. This original storage for jewelry can be made from an unnecessary jar with a lid.

According to the pattern, two round bottoms are made - the upper one with a diameter of 11 cm, and the inner one - 10 cm. The side walls are knitted from the base to a height of 8-10 cm, depending on the size of the jar. The finished parts are put on the base and fastened in a circle with a connecting seam. Now the lid, for it, according to scheme No. 1, two parts with a diameter of 12 cm are made, which are connected to each other. To give the box a finished look, a strap is made according to scheme No. 2, and a small “handle” is placed on the top of the lid.

Advice! Instead of a knitted part, you can sew a small button on a leg or skip a ring on the lid, and such simple devices will add ease of opening.

Master class on baskets made of knitted yarn

This basket can store various small items: it is strong and spacious. A detailed description for beginners can be found in the video block.

The photo shows a round crocheted interior basket, crocheted with a checkmark pattern.

What you will need:

• Tape knitted yarn of any color to suit the interior.
• Hook No. 9.
• Needle.
• Scissors.

Step-by-step instruction

We will abbreviate “single crochets” by the abbreviation RLS, and the “chain loop” by the abbreviation VP.

1. We knit the bottom of the basket. Its basis is an amigurumi ring (detailed video below). We tie the ring 6 RLS and 1 VP.
2. We knit 2 sc in each stitch of the previous row, and at the end we create a VP.
3. We knit the third row. We pass 1 sc into its first loop, and make 2 sc into the second. We are finishing the VP.
4. We knit an increase through 2 loops - 1 sc, 1 sc, increase (we knit 2 sc into one loop of the previous braid). We complete the VP.
5. We increase through 3 loops – 1 sc, 1 sc, 1 sc, increase. We are finishing the VP.
6. We repeat the previous steps, but after 4 loops and finish with an air loop. The bottom of the basket is ready, let's move on to the sides.
7. We pass the hook inside and pull out the loop, as in the photo:
8. We make a circle sc.
9. We make the sides with single crochets, inserting the hook into the center of the column.
10. We finish the last row with connecting loops when the basket reaches the desired height. We hide the tails with a needle.

Crocheted openwork boxes with patterns of floral motifs

For beginners and experienced needlewomen, a lesson with a detailed description.

The first heart-shaped box made from “Iris” cotton yarn. Hook No. 1. The lid and lower part of the box are knitted in straight and reverse rows, and from the 22nd row, piping begins along the edge to create openwork borders. Flowers are knitted according to a small pattern and sewn onto the fillet mesh of the lid.

How to strengthen a box without using a plastic or cardboard base? Craftswomen have invented several methods:

Select a suitable container according to size and stretch the knitted parts onto it. Lubricate the box with a solution of gelatin or thick starch and wait until it dries completely. To fix the craft, use sugar syrup. Soak the knitted fabrics in sweet water and stretch them onto the prepared template. After drying, they acquire the necessary hardness. A knitted product will hold its shape if you use a wooden or wire frame. And starched knitted parts are already attached to it.

Needlewomen choose a method for themselves or use ordinary plastic containers.

Two boxes and a white vase are made using a similar technique. To create such beauty using crochet number 2, 6 square parts are crocheted according to the pattern, which are connected to each other by air arches.

The finished openwork covers are starched and stretched over the prepared bases.

Photos of knitted baskets in the interior

Crocheted baskets will not only decorate the interior, but will also be useful around the house. In the bathroom, you can store cosmetics, cotton pads and swabs in them, and the product, complemented by a lid, will bring even more order to the environment. You can hang a basket with a handle on the toilet door and hide toilet paper inside. And in the nursery, a large basket can easily accommodate your favorite toys.

The photo shows knitted knitted baskets that decorate a shelf in the bathroom.

Crocheted baskets will find their application in the kitchen and living room. You can put flowers in them, keep magazines or books at hand. In addition, thick knitted yarn is easy to knit into a cozy nest for your pet.

The photo shows baskets made of twine that will fit perfectly into a marine or eco-style.

Fairytale mushroom box

A mushroom-shaped craft will serve as a repository for important little things. To ensure that the shape retains the required volume, dense woolen threads are used in 2 folds.

According to the first pattern, a hat is knitted with dark yarn, and according to the second, a light leg is knitted. To give the mood, beady eyes, rosy cheeks and a small nose are sewn on.

Knitted twine basket

Things made from natural materials look great in the interior. Crocheted baskets made of durable twine give the room a special coziness and color.

The material is inexpensive, wear-resistant and looks great in crafts thanks to its natural color. To knit a twine basket, you will need several skeins of good quality rope, a No. 4-5 hook and thick cardboard to strengthen the bottom.

Work begins with knitting the main rectangle. It consists of two parts, between which cardboard or coarse fabric is laid. The upper part of the bottom is made according to the pattern in straight and reverse rows, and the bottom can be knitted with ordinary non-woven columns for density. Next, the work smoothly moves on to knitting the side part of the basket, which is complemented by two symmetrical handles made of thick rope. The result is truly rustic chic!

An unusual house is a useful box

Needlewomen are recommended to watch the video tutorial. The work uses a beautiful woven pattern. The craft resembles a gazebo or house with a carved roof. This box will decorate a lady's dressing table or is suitable as a gift for mom on March 8th.

Note to craftswomen! The houses are often knitted from twine or twine and decorated with coffee beans. The result is a fragrant product with a pleasant natural texture.

Original basket with strawberries

The basket, made of red and green ribbon yarn, resembles a delicious cupcake with delicious strawberries.

To implement the idea, the needlewomen used an original motif from Tunisian knitting. At first glance it is complex, but in fact, the pattern consists of two rows. In the first one, so-called shells are knitted from 5 unfinished stitches, between which Tunisian s/n stitches pass. And in the second row, 5 stitches are knitted together with green thread and a small strawberry with leaves is formed.

Next, the pattern is repeated and the berries are knitted in a checkerboard pattern. Auxiliary knitting needles help to cast on unfinished stitches, which then turn into beautiful strawberries.

Miniature box “Bunny”

Handicrafts create small commemorative boxes from leftover yarn and a plastic Kinder Surprise egg.

First, two covers are made for the lid and the lower half. Then the knitted base is complemented with details that turn the craft into a cute little animal.

Note to handicraft mothers! Such a box is used to store memorable tags from the maternity hospital or the first cut curl - a pink bunny for girls, a blue one for boys.

Interesting ideas for creativity

The hobby of crocheting helps to transform standard boxes into exclusive items that become a real decoration of the interior.

Products with lace and ribbons look stylish and feminine. They are used to store cosmetics, jewelry, yarn, and also as original gift “packaging”.

Lunch containers tied with yarn look cute. Children and adults enjoy carrying lunches in them.

To make the lids of such boxes easy to open, they are decorated with three-dimensional elements. Knitted pineapples, apples, pears, pumpkins and even radishes are used to decorate food containers.

Square box with a large bouquet of crocheted flowers

A similar master class with step-by-step photos will show how an ordinary dish box turns into a real work of art.

Skilled needlewomen don’t throw anything away! Every unnecessary container becomes a useful and practical item. To work, take 100-150 g of the main color and small balls from the leftovers to knit a bright bouquet.

The box is made with a wicker pattern:

1. “Chess” - alternating convex and flat columns.

2. “Cells” - knitting three columns of s/n behind the back wall of the base loop.

Make 2 square bottoms for the outer and inner covers. Then the sides are knitted on both sides and two parts of the lid. To prevent the box from being visible through the knitted fabric, it is covered with fabric or regular foil.

All parts of the structure are connected to each other, and the lid is filled with filler to add volume. Creating a flower bouquet.

As an example for needlewomen, here is a pattern for knitting a rose and a leaf. The bud is folded from a long piece around its axis and secured with a needle and working thread.

All flowers are sewn onto a rectangular cover.

Bunny basket

If a needlewoman has a fluffy pet hare and he needs a new home, then the craftswoman can use a new interesting pattern from the popular Japanese magazine Star Crochet.

Soft ribbon yarn was used for knitting, and the side part of the spacious basket is formed by beautiful floral motifs.

A detailed video will show and tell you how to knit a large children's toy basket with a bunny. For a cute accessory you will need 3 skeins of bright yellow knitted yarn, 1 skein of white and half a skein of gray, and for the bunny ears you will need some white plush yarn.

Crochet cat box

An ordinary cardboard box can easily be turned into a cute striped cat. But this will not just be a toy pet, but also a functional box for small items.

First, two squares are knitted according to the pattern - one for the inner lining of the box, the second for the outer base. The sides are knitted from the squares, the inner ones are made at right angles, and the outer ones are knitted with extensions, as in the picture.

The covers are placed on a cardboard base, stitched along the edges and secured with a connecting seam along the upper perimeter of the box.

On a note! For volume, fill the cat's body with any filler.

Photos of the finished souvenir will inspire needlewomen to come up with their own creative discoveries.

Necessary materials

• Knitting yarn Biskvit Apple for the box approximately 1 skein
• Brown knitting yarn Biskvit Chocolate for tail approximately 5 m
• Yarn Biskvit green Green for a leaf of approximately 3 m
• Hook No. 8, 10
• Needle with a wide eye.

Pincushion cakes and cake box

What other materials do needlewomen use to create soft boxes? The basis for this cute little thing will be ordinary thick felt. Sides, a round bottom and a lid are cut out of a sheet of material.

The parts are connected to each other using a needle and thread. The cover is knitted and placed on a felt base.

According to the universal scheme, the bottom and lid are made, and the sides are raised using ordinary s/n posts. Small knitted cakes will serve as souvenir pincushions, and with high sides they will become functional products.

This gift cake box is made from an ordinary unnecessary candy box.

Simple box for beginners

It is difficult for novice craftswomen to knit a single piece. Therefore, when creating boxes, containers and covers for organizers, they often use granny squares.

Each craftswoman can independently choose a suitable scheme.

The description is simple. Crocheting boxes from granny squares begins by creating 5 or 6 squares. The parts are then joined together using connecting posts.

If the box has a lid, then the square replacing it is attached to the workpiece on one side. Most often, the top of such a part is decorated with a convex decorative element. It will replace the "handle".

Box made from a plastic bucket

Skilled craftswomen see a future useful thing in every unnecessary plastic bucket. Step-by-step photos will show how to make an accessory necessary for daily work from a simple jar. The lid will turn into a pincushion, and the lower part of the plastic container will become a small box for thread.

First, a round bottom is made to fit the size of the jar. The sides are knitted with s/n columns to the required height. The edges are sewn or glued to the base. The lid is tightened with fabric, and with the help of filler it will have the required volume. The edges are decorated with a knitted pattern, and the small box is symbolically closed with a large button.

Gnome: holiday bottle case

A charming gnome, knitted in the shape of a bottle, will be an unusual packaging for festive champagne. It’s easy and simple to knit such festive characters as in the photo, the main thing is to show imagination and a good creative spirit.

First, according to the principle of a basket, a round bottom is made, and then high sides, which will become the body of the gnome and packaging for the bottle. The gnome's face and nose are knitted from light yarn, and then a beard and fluffy hairstyle are added from fluffy yarn. All you have to do is knit a tall triangular cap to the height of the bottle, decorate it with small shiny accessories and that’s it, the cheerful “Gnome” bottle case is ready!

Candy bowl with gold ornament

Make a candy bowl as a gift for a close friend on March 8th or a colleague for her birthday. To work, you will need 400 g of red yarn and a crochet hook No. 5, and to create a gold ornament - 1 ball of iridescent rope and a hook No. 2.5.

According to scheme No. 1, 4 parts are made - 2 for the lower part and 2 for the lid. Lay a reinforcing base between the two finished hearts and connect the parts with one row of non-woven columns.

Advice from the author of the box! It is undesirable to make a cardboard base, otherwise the item will not be washable. Use thick plastic folders, cut out a heart from them according to the template and place it between the parts of the box.

The finished lid and bottom are tied around the perimeter with golden thread ("Lace" pattern). If desired, the needlewoman can fill the inside of the box with padding poly for volume.

According to scheme No. 2, a golden heart is made and carefully sewn onto the lid of the box.

A secret from a needlewoman! And the sweets in the box are also not simple; using the proposed patterns, you can surprise your friends and knit such surprise sweets.

Crochet basket: diagrams and description, video for beginners

A basket for various household items of one size or another, crocheted from cotton, is a great opportunity for a beginning needlewoman to try her hand. It is almost impossible to spoil this thing. Still, you should work carefully, constantly checking the detailed description.

Of course, baskets are different from basket to basket, but it is better for beginning needlewomen to choose simpler models. Moreover, they look no less impressive than complex openwork options; they create an atmosphere of warmth and care at home, a feeling of real comfort.

Try, for example, to start by knitting this charming hand-made set, consisting of 3 round cotton baskets - large, medium and small:

They can be completed very quickly - literally in 2-3 evenings, even for those craftswomen who are just mastering the technique of crocheting. And the result will be impressive.

Materials, tools, knitting density

To create 3 baskets with a diameter of 10, 15 and 20 cm you need to take:

1. Thicker natural cotton yarn (with a thread length of only 70 m per 50 grams) - 250 grams of blue and 100 grams of white.
2. Crochet hook made of metal or durable plastic No. 7.

As for the density of elm, there are no special recommendations. However, the baskets should still be made more tightly.

Legend

In the field of crocheting - one of the oldest types of applied creativity - there is a whole system of symbols (letter and graphic), with the help of which original designs of products are drawn up and descriptions are written.

It is almost impossible to know all the combinations used, because there are a lot of them, and for many models their own abbreviations and combinations are developed.

However, any novice needlewoman who takes up independent work should become familiar with the basic concepts:

Description of the basic pattern

In order for the set of baskets to turn out correctly and with high quality, you should adhere to the following explanations and recommendations for the implementation of the basic (basic) knots:

1. Elm circle pp sc. For each basket, start with a dc of 2 “loose” chs.
2. In the first circle, perform all sc in the 2nd ch from the hook.
3. Each circle r starts with one additional ch and ends with one ss in the first sc.
4. When there is no other decree, in each sc next elm one sc.

Important: the work must be carried out from beginning to end using a thread of 5 additions

Working on large, medium and small baskets

Large basket in rows (elm with blue thread):

• 1 circle p: 6 sc.
• 2nd and 3rd circle rr: 2 sc in each sc. It should be only 24 sc.
• 4th circle r: 2 sc in every 3rd sc. This should make 32 sc.
• 5th circle r: 2 sc in every 4th sc. It should be only 40 sc.
• 6th circle r: sc.
• 7th circle r: 2 sc in every 5th sc. In total you should get 48 sc.
• 8th–11th circle rr: every 5th and 6th sc you need to knit a VM (and for each sc, pull out 1 stitch, and then use a CV to knit all stitches on the hook). There should be 40 sc in total.
• 12th circle r: sc.

Upon completion of work on the product, the thread should be cut, and the end should be securely fastened and hidden.

Medium-sized basket, in rows (to make it you need to use white thread):

• 1st and 2nd circles: elm according to the description for a large basket. There should be 12 sc in total.
• 3rd round: 2 sc in every 2nd sc. There should be 18 sc in total.
• 4th circle r: 2 sc in every 3rd sc. In total there should be 24 sc.
• 5th circle r: 2 sc in every 4th sc. It should be 30 sc.
• 6th circle r: sc only, the hook should be inserted only behind the back walls of the st.
• 7th–11th circle r: sc.

Upon completion of work on this product, the thread should be cut off again, and its end should be securely fastened and hidden.

The smallest basket, in order (do the work again with blue thread):

• 1st–3rd circle pp: elm according to the description for the middle basket. There should be 18 sc in total.
• 4th circle r: sc, insert the hook behind the back walls of the st.
• 5-7th circle pp: sc.

Upon completion of work on the product, the thread should be cut, and the end should be securely fastened and hidden.

Crocheted basket: MK video

If the set of baskets described above is not to your liking and you want to knit a beautiful basket from knitted yarn (which is much easier), you should carefully watch the detailed video master class on making such a thing, posted below: