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Pattern for: a Christmas crochet basket set featuring the twinkling trees mosaic pattern.
Yarn used: 100% acrylic worsted weight held double
Difficulty level: Intermediate – using basic stitches and the overlay mosaic crochet technique
Stitches used: single crochet and mosaic double crochet stitches
Hannah’s Notes: The Twinkling Trees baskets come in three handy sizes, giving you endless ways to add festive charm to your home. Whether you prefer bright, playful colours or a more traditional Christmas palette, this Christmas crochet basket set is quick to make and wonderfully practical. With their sweet tree motifs and generous storage space, they’re perfect for holding gifts, decorating shelves, or bringing a cosy seasonal feel to any room.
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If you’ve been searching for a beautiful set of crochet nesting baskets for the holidays, this is it! Perfect for popping sweets in on the coffee table, this Christmas crochet basket pattern is stunning as well as practical!
In this post you’ll find everything you need to know how to crochet a christmas basket step by step, including materials, stitches, a detailed video tutorial and free written pattern for blog subscribers.
Yarn
Yarn A: Starlette, 100% Acrylic, worsted weight (180yds/165m/100g)
Yarn B: Brava Tweed, 97% Premium Acrylic, 3% Viscose (218yds/200m/100g)
Check out our handy yarn weight chart and guide to find out more about yarn weights and categories.
See my other worsted weight crochet patterns– you might find your next project there too!
There’s just something magical about making handmade pieces at Christmas time, isn’t there? Whether it’s a cosy corner filled with twinkling lights or a brand-new crochet Christmas decoration on your hook, those little touches of handmade home décor make everything feel warmer, lovelier, and so much more you.
I realised this year that I don’t have a holiday crochet basket, so I definitely had to remedy that immediately. These baskets have already been put to good use!
Things you’ll love about this mosaic crochet basket pattern
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Sizing
Small: 3.5″ diameter, 5″ high
Medium: 6.5″ diameter, 6.25″ high
Large: 9″ diameter, 8″ high
Yarn Quantities
This design uses the yarn DOUBLED throughout. Make sure to hold 2 strands together when making your baskets.
This design uses 2 yarn colours, A and B.
The following yarn amounts are estimated. Any changes and customisations will adjust the amount of yarn required so make sure to order plenty.
Sizes: Small (Medium, Large)
Yarn A: You will need approx. 90 (200, 360) m, 100 (220, 390) yds of yarn A to crochet the basket.
This is 1 (2, 3) balls of the recommended yarn for yarn A.
Yarn B: You will need approx. 45 (100, 175) m, 50 (110, 190) yds of yarn B to crochet the basket.
This is 1 (1, 2) balls of the recommended yarn for yarn B.
For my baskets I used Starlette in Cottonwood (A) and Brava Tweed in Wasabi (B) but here are some other great Brava Tweed shades to try:
Boysenberry, Pumpkin Bread, Goldenrod, Wreath, Elderberry.
Other Materials
Along with your yarn, you will need the following:
- Crochet hook 5mm (H) or hook needed to meet gauge
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Optional handle covers
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Step by Step Video Tutorial
Come along as I make this Christmas crochet basket pattern and see just how easy it is in our step-by-step video tutorial.
Glossary and Abbreviations
beg – beginning
blo – back loop only
ch(s) – chain(s)
ch-sp(s) – chain space(s)
rep – repeat
RS – right side
sp – space
ss/sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
tog – together
WS – wrong side
Yoh – yarn over hook
Stitches
The pattern is written in standard US terms and uses the following crochet stitches:
sc – single crochet (UK dc – double crochet)
hdc – half double crochet (UK htr – half treble crochet)
Mdc – Mosaic double crochet (UK Mtr – mosaic treble crochet)
Special Stitches
SINGLE CROCHET (sc) always worked in back loop only (blo).
Insert hook from front to back through back loop of stitch to be worked. Yarn over and pull through stitch. Yarn over and pull through both loops on the hook.
If you like this pattern, you might also like to learn how to crochet a Christmas stocking using the same crochet technique.
With two different show stopping versions to make, the Starlight Stocking can be a burst of colour or a traditional nod to adorn your mantle this year.
MOSAIC DOUBLE CROCHET (Mdc)
Yarn over and insert hook into front loop of stitch two rounds below. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. Yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook. Yarn over and pull through remaining two loops on the hook.
The stitch behind the Mdc on the current round is left unworked.
Are you new to overlay mosaic crochet?
Learn all about the overlay mosaic crochet technique and find out that it’s really not as tricky as it looks in the mosaic crochet tutorial.
Oftentimes mosaic crochet is read from a chart rather than written instructions and this can be super intimidating at first! If it’s the mosaic crochet charts that have you running for the hills, then check out this blogpost all about how to read a mosaic crochet chart.
Once you’ve got the technique mastered, head on over to this collection of overlay mosaic crochet patterns and choose your next project!
THIRD LOOP
The third loop of a half double crochet is found at the back of the stitch when working in rounds.
How do you Make these Crochet Nesting Baskets?
The baskets are made from the bottom up starting with the base.
The body is then worked in overlay mosaic crochet rounds.
We then continue in rounds to add the handles to finish.
Pattern Gauge
Gauge: not essential, 4 rounds of base = 3.5″
You can find out more about making a crochet gauge swatch here.
Before you jump into crocheting your christmas crochet gift basket, take a moment to read through the pattern notes—it’s a game-changer!
These handy insights will not only simplify your pattern-reading journey but also ensure a smoother crochet experience. You’ll find helpful tips on deciphering the sizing, customisation and more.
Trust me, a quick peek at these notes will set you up for crochet success!
- The pattern is worked in rounds using the overlay mosaic crochet technique for the main body.
- All stitches in the Mosaic Sections are worked as sc in blo or Mdc.
- Each Round uses just one colour.
- A ch1 at the beginning or end of a Round does not count as a stitch.
- Read through the entire pattern before beginning.
- Make sure that you are familiar with all of the stitches in the abbreviations list before you begin.
- Stitch counts are given in [ ] at the end of each round. If no stitch count is given, then the count is the same as the previous round.
- If following charts for the mosaic sections then you will need to follow the written pattern for the base and handles.
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Small Size Basket
Using the yarn double throughout and colour A, make the Base. Work all sts in blo unless indicated otherwise.
BASE
Make a Magic Ring.
Round 1: 10hdc into the Magic Ring, ss in blo of 1st st to join. [10]
Round 2: ch1, 2hdc in blo of each st around, ss in blo of 1st st to join. [20]
Round 3: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next st; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st to join. [30]
Round 4: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next 2 sts; rep from * around, ss in 3rd loop of 1st st to join. [40]
Round 5: ch1, sc in 3rd loop of each st around, ss in blo of 1st st to join.
Round 6: ch1, sc in blo of each st around, ss in blo of 1st st to join.
Continue with yarn A to work the Main Body.
MAIN BODY
Working all sc in blo throughout this section now. Refer to Mosaic Chart in the PDF Pattern or use the written instructions as follows.
Change colour at the end of each round as indicated when you slip stitch into the blo of the first st to join. Do not break your yarn at the end of each round, just pick it up again when you need it.
Round 1: A: RS: ch1, sc in each st around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B. [40]
Round 2: B: ch1, sc in each st around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 3: A: ch1, *Mdc in next 6 sts, sc in next st, Mdc in next 3 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 4: B: ch1, *sc in next 6 sts, Mdc in next st, sc in next 3 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 5: A: ch1, *Mdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 7 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 6: B: ch1, *sc in next 3 sts, Mdc in next 7 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 7: A: Rep Round 5.
Round 8: B: ch1, *sc in next 4 sts, Mdc in next 5 sts, sc in next st; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 9: A: ch1, *Mdc in next 4 sts, sc in next 5 sts, Mdc in next st; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 10: B: ch1, *sc in next 5 sts, Mdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 2 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 11: A: ch1, *Mdc in next 5 sts, sc in next 3 sts, Mdc in next 2 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 12: B: Rep Round 4.
Round 13: A: Rep Round 3. Continue in A.
Round 14: A: ch1, sc in each st around, ss in blo of 1st st.
Break yarn. Weave in ends to complete.
Medium Size Basket
Using the yarn double throughout and colour A, make the Base. Work all sts in blo unless indicated otherwise.
BASE
Make a Magic Ring.
Round 1: 10hdc into the Magic Ring, ss in blo of 1st st to join. [10]
Round 2: ch1, 2hdc in blo of each st around, ss in blo of 1st st to join. [20]
Round 3: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next st; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st to join. [30]
Round 4: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next 2 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo loop of 1st st to join. [40]
Round 5: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next 3 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo loop of 1st st to join. [50]
Round 6: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next 4 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo loop of 1st st to join. [60]
Round 7: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next 5 sts; rep from * around, ss in 3rd loop of 1st st to join. [70]
Round 8: ch1, sc in 3rd loop of each st around, ss in blo of 1st st to join.
Round 9: ch1, sc in blo of each st around, ss in blo of 1st st to join.
Continue with yarn A to work the Main Body.
MAIN BODY
Working all sc in blo throughout this section now. Refer to Mosaic Chart in the PDF Pattern or use the written instructions as follows.
Change colour at the end of each round as indicated when you slip stitch into the blo of the first st to join. Do not break your yarn at the end of each round, just pick it up again when you need it.
Round 1: A: RS: ch1, sc in each st around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B. [70]
Round 2: B: ch1, sc in each st around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 3: A: ch1, *Mdc in next 6 sts, sc in next st, Mdc in next 3 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 4: B: ch1, *sc in next 6 sts, Mdc in next st, sc in next 3 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 5: A: ch1, *Mdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 7 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 6: B: ch1, *sc in next 3 sts, Mdc in next 7 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 7: A: Rep Round 5.
Round 8: B: ch1, *sc in next 4 sts, Mdc in next 5 sts, sc in next st; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 9: A: ch1, *Mdc in next 4 sts, sc in next 5 sts, Mdc in next st; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 10: B: ch1, *sc in next 5 sts, Mdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 2 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 11: A: ch1, *Mdc in next 5 sts, sc in next 3 sts, Mdc in next 2 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 12: B: Rep Round 4.
Round 13: A: Rep Round 3.
Round 14: B: Rep Round 2.
HANDLE
Fasten off B. Work the Handle in A.
Continue to work all sc in blo throughout.
Round 1: ch1, sc in each st around, ss in 1st st to join.
Round 2: *ch15, skip next 15 sts, sc in next 20 sts; rep from * around.
Work in continuous rounds now.
Round 3: sc in each ch and st around.
Rounds 4-5: sc in each st around.
At the end of Round 5, ss into the 1st st to join.
Break the yarn. Weave in ends to complete.
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Large Size Basket
Using the yarn double throughout and colour A, make the Base. Work all sts in blo unless indicated otherwise.
BASE
Make a Magic Ring.
Round 1: 10hdc into the Magic Ring, ss in blo of 1st st to join. [10]
Round 2: ch1, 2hdc in blo of each st around, ss in blo of 1st st to join. [20]
Round 3: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next st; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st to join. [30]
Round 4: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next 2 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo loop of 1st st to join. [40]
Round 5: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next 3 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo loop of 1st st to join. [50]
Round 6: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next 4 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo loop of 1st st to join. [60]
Round 7: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next 5 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo loop of 1st st to join. [70]
Round 8: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next 6 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo loop of 1st st to join. [80]
Round 9: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next 7 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo loop of 1st st to join. [90]
Round 10: ch1, *2hdc in blo of next st, hdc in blo of next 8 sts; rep from * around, ss in 3rd loop of 1st st to join. [100]
Round 11: ch1, sc in 3rd loop of each st around, ss in blo of 1st st to join.
Round 12: ch1, sc in blo of each st around, ss in blo of 1st st to join.
Continue with yarn A to work the Main Body.
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MAIN BODY
Working all sc in blo throughout this section now. Refer to Mosaic Chart in the PDF Pattern or use the written instructions as follows.
Change colour at the end of each round as indicated when you slip stitch into the blo of the first st to join. Do not break your yarn at the end of each round, just pick it up again when you need it.
Round 1: A: RS: ch1, sc in each st around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B. [100]
Round 2: B: ch1, sc in each st around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 3: A: ch1, *Mdc in next 6 sts, sc in next st, Mdc in next 3 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 4: B: ch1, *sc in next 6 sts, Mdc in next st, sc in next 3 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 5: A: ch1, *Mdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 7 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 6: B: ch1, *sc in next 3 sts, Mdc in next 7 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 7: A: Rep Round 5.
Round 8: B: ch1, *sc in next 4 sts, Mdc in next 5 sts, sc in next st; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 9: A: ch1, *Mdc in next 4 sts, sc in next 5 sts, Mdc in next st; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 10: B: ch1, *sc in next 5 sts, Mdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 2 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 11: A: ch1, *Mdc in next st, sc in next st, Mdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 3 sts, Mdc in next 2 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 12: B: ch1, *sc in next st, Mdc in next st, sc in next 4 sts, Mdc in next st, sc in next 3 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 13: A: ch1, *sc in next 4 sts, Mdc in next 2 sts, sc in next st, Mdc in next 2 sts, sc in next st; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 14: B: ch1, *Mdc in next 4 sts, sc in next 5 sts, Mdc in next st; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 15: A: ch1, *sc in next 4 sts, Mdc in next 5 sts, sc in next st; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 16: B: ch1, *Mdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 7 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 17: A: ch1, *sc in next 3 sts, Mdc in next 7 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to B.
Round 18: B: ch1, *sc in next st, Mdc in next st, sc in next 8 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and change to A.
Round 19: A: ch1, *Mdc in next st, sc in next st, Mdc in next 8 sts; rep from * around, ss in blo of 1st st and continue in A.
HANDLE
Work the Handle in A.
Continue to work all sc in blo throughout.
Round 1: ch1, sc in each st around, ss in 1st st to join.
Round 2: *ch15, skip next 15 sts, sc in next 35 sts; rep from * around.
Work in continuous rounds now.
Round 3: sc in each ch and st around.
Rounds 4-5: sc in each st around.
At the end of Round 5, ss into the 1st st to join.
Break the yarn. Weave in ends to complete.
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