Boxy Baskets

Boxy Baskets by Knit and Crochet Ever After

What is Being Made

Boxy Baskets is a knitting pattern designed by Deja Joy that creates three distinct container sizes: Small (8" x 8" x 8"), Medium (10" x 10" x 10"), and Large (12" x 12" x 12"). These are functional storage baskets with clean, geometric lines and a boxy construction, ideal for organizing and displaying items in any room.

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project employs several key techniques to achieve its structured basket form:

• Circular knitting: The pattern uses 32" circular needles to work the baskets in the round, creating seamless construction
• Stranded colorwork: Two-color yarn stranding is incorporated, with color changes occurring at the beginning of new rounds for clean transitions
• Stitch marker placement: Four stitch markers (including one contrasting marker) help track pattern repeats and construction points
• Intentional gauge manipulation: The pattern deliberately calls for needles smaller than typical for super bulky yarn, creating tighter, denser stitches that provide structure and stability for the basket form

Stitches Used

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the pattern excerpt, the construction relies on fundamental knitting stitches worked in the round using circular needles. The tight gauge of 12 stitches and 24 rows over 4 inches ensures the baskets maintain their boxy shape and structural integrity.

Materials and Yarn

The Boxy Baskets pattern is designed to work with Sprightly Wool Super Bulky yarn, a super chunky weight yarn perfect for quick projects and bold texture. Each skein contains 150 grams and yields 98 yards.

For the Small Basket: 130 yards in Navy (504-002) and 80 yards in Charcoal Heather (504-004)

For the Medium Basket: 90 yards in Navy (504-002) and 190 yards in Charcoal Heather (504-004)

For the Large Basket: 290 yards in Navy (504-002) and 95 yards in Charcoal Heather (504-004)

The pattern specifies US 10 [6mm] circular needles in a 32" length. The designer notes that any super bulky weight yarn can be substituted, offering flexibility for crafters working with different yarn brands while maintaining the intended structure and appearance.

Pattern Details

Designed by Deja Joy and published by Knit and Crochet Ever After, this intermediate-level project is suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle colorwork and circular needle techniques. The pattern provides clear guidance on managing color changes and maintaining consistent tension throughout the project.