Bowie Basket

Bowie Basket by Josie Bailey

What Is Being Made

The Bowie Basket is a knitted container project designed by Josie Bailey. This finished piece measures 7 inches by 7 inches and functions as a decorative or functional storage basket. The basket is constructed using the knitting method and is suitable for holding small items or serving as a decorative home accessory.

Craft and Primary Technique

This project is created using knitting as the primary craft. The Bowie Basket is classified as an intermediate

Stitches and Techniques Used

The pattern employs several fundamental and intermediate knitting stitches and techniques:

• Stockinette Stitch – The primary stitch used for the basket body, created by alternating knit and purl rows to produce a smooth, flat fabric
• Knit Stitch (K) – Basic stitch forming the foundation of the stockinette pattern
• Purl Stitch (P) – Complementary stitch used in stockinette construction
• Slip Stitch (Sl1p) – Slip 1 purlwise, used for edge finishing and shaping
• Knit 2 Together (K2Tog) – A decrease technique that reduces stitch count and creates shaping
• I-Cord Handle – A specialized technique for creating the basket handle using double pointed needles
• Yarn in Back (WYIB) – Yarn positioning instruction for proper stitch execution

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Bowie Basket is constructed using super chunky weight yarn, specifically Lion Brand Wool Ease in bulky weight (Size 6). The pattern requires less than 200 yards of yarn, making it an economical project. The designer provides yarn color options including Fisherman, Fossil, Slate, and Carousel, allowing for customization and color variation.

The project requires U.S. 11 (8 mm) 16-inch circular knitting needles for the main basket body and U.S. 10.5 (6.5 mm) or 13 (9 mm) double pointed needles for the i-cord handle construction. Additional materials include a row counter and tapestry needle for finishing.

Gauge and Finished Dimensions

The pattern specifies a gauge of 10 stitches and 13 rows over 4 inches (10 centimeters) in Stockinette Stitch. Maintaining proper gauge is essential for achieving the intended finished dimensions of 7 inches by 7 inches.

Pattern Information

This is a downloadable PDF pattern by independent designer Josie Bailey of Peony Knits. The pattern permits crafters to sell finished products in small quantities, provided they link to the designer's shop and give credit on social media by tagging @peonyknits.