Create Your Own Classic Jack-o’-Lantern Crochet Basket for Halloween with Our Free Crochet Pattern!
As Halloween approaches, it’s time to start thinking about how to store and display all those delicious treats in a fun and festive way. Introducing our Classic Jack-o’-Lantern Crochet Basket for Halloween – Free Crochet Pattern! This charming project combines the timeless appeal of a Jack-o’-lantern with the practicality of a basket, perfect for stashing candy or adding a handmade touch to your Halloween décor.
Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or a beginner looking for a delightful seasonal project, this free pattern will guide you through each step with ease. So gather your yarn, pick up your hook, and let’s crochet a basket that’s as functional as it is fun!
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Love this pattern? Be sure to check out the pumpkin version!!
Materials
Hook: 4.5mm
Yarn: Size 4 worsted weight
Yarn Brand Options: I used Hobby Lobby’s I love this yarn. You can use any size 4 yarn!
Other: Yarn Needle, and Scissors
Stitches (US Terms)
CH- Chain
SC- Single Crochet
Inc- Increase (2 SC into the same stitch)
Dec- Decrease (SC over 2 stitches to create a decrease)
Sl St- Slip Stitch
MC- Main Color (orange)
AC- Accent Color (black)
CS- Crab Stitch also known as Reverse Single Crochet
Click here to Check out this quick video tutorial for help with the Crab Stitch!
Finished Size
5.5 Inches tall
16 Inches around
Notes
This basket is worked in the round.
You will Sl St, Ch 1 at the beginning of every round.
Jack-o’-Lantern Crochet Basket Pattern
Using your main color (Orange)
Create a Magic Ring
Round 1- SC 10 into the ring. Sl St to the beginning SC. Ch 1. (10 SC)
Round 2- SC in first st. * Inc, SC * Repeat * * around. (15 SC)
Round 3- SC in first 2 stitches. * Inc, SC 2 * Repeat * * around. (20 SC)
Round 4- SC in first 3 stitches. * Inc, SC 3 * Repeat * * around. (25 SC)
Round 5- SC in first 4 stitches. * Inc, SC 4 * Repeat * * around. (30 SC)
Round 6- SC in first 5 stitches. * Inc, SC 5 * Repeat * * around. (35 SC)
Round 7- SC in first 6 stitches. * Inc, SC 6 * Repeat * * around. (40 SC)
Round 8- SC in first 7 stitches. * Inc, SC 7 * Repeat * * around. (45 SC)
Round 9- SC in first 8 stitches. * Inc, SC 8 * Repeat * * around. (50 SC)
Round 10- SC in first 9 stitches. * Inc, SC 9 * Repeat * * around. (55 SC)
Round 11- SC in first 10 stitches. * Inc, SC 10 * Repeat * * around. (60 SC)
Rounds 12-13- SC in each stitch around. (60 SC)
We are now going to start our face. Grab your second color (Black). We will be color-changing. Feel free to carry your yarn between your stitches.
Round 14- 26 SC in MC, 4 SC in AC, 1 SC in MC, 3 SC in AC, 26 SC in MC. (60 SC)
Round 15- 25 SC in MC, 5 SC in AC, 1 SC in MC, 4 SC in AC, 25 SC in MC. (60 SC)
Round 16- 24 SC in MC, 3 SC in AC, 1 SC in MC, 5 SC in AC, 1 SC in MC, 2 SC in AC, 24 SC in MC. (60 SC)
Round 17- 23 SC in MC, 4 SC in AC, 1 SC in MC, 5 SC in AC, 1 SC in MC, 2 SC in AC, 24 SC in MC. (60 SC)
Round 18- 23 SC in MC, 1 SC in AC, 12 SC in MC, 1 SC in AC, 23 SC in MC. (60 SC)
Round 19- 22 SC in MC, 1 SC in AC, 5 SC in MC, 3 SC in AC, 6 SC in MC, 1 SC in AC, 22 SC in MC. (60 SC)
Round 20- 29 SC in MC, 3 SC in AC, 28 SC in MC. (60 SC)
Round 21- 29 SC in MC, 1 SC in AC, 30 SC in MC. (60 SC)
Round 22- 60 SC in MC. (60 SC)
Round 23- 24 SC in MC, 5 SC in AC, 2 SC in MC, 5 SC in AC, 24 SC in MC. (60 SC)
Round 24- 25 SC in MC, 3 SC in AC, 4 SC in MC, 3 SC in AC, 25 SC in MC. (60 SC)
Round 25- 26 SC in MC, 1 SC in AC, 6 SC in MC, 1 SC in AC, 26 SC in MC. (60 SC)
Rounds 26-27- SC in MC in each st around. (60 SC)
We are finished with our color changes! Cut your AC yarn.
Rounds 28- 29- SC in each st around. (60 SC)
Round 30- CS in each st around. (60)
Tie off, and weave in any and all loose ends.
That’s it, friends! I hope you enjoyed this free crochet Jack-o-lantern basket pattern!
If you make a basket I would love to see them! Please tag me on Instagram @SierrasCraftyCreations
Happy Crocheting
Sierra
