Basket Weave Stitch
When working on a free crochet pattern you may come across a basket weave stitch. This is a simple technique involving the posts of crochet to create the effect of a wicker basket. This causes material to be more compact and warmer. It required more material than an average afghan because it is compacting the yarn to give it this effect. You can use this pattern for any size hook and complimentary yarn.
Pros & Cons
- Wonderful as 1 color only. Due to the technique, doing two colours would cause the colors to appear bleeding or mismatching.
- Compact Design leaving no gaps or holes in your work.
- Very easily done and can make a beginner look like they are pro.
Watch this free crochet video tutorial below to learn more about the basket weave stitch.
Part 2 of the Basket Weave Stitch
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lennyawesomecat 03 98758
Jun 25, 2013
The world makes sense now. I can carry on in life and actually make things *u*
strangemomof3 3733 806
Jun 10, 2013
Thank you so much for the great tutorial. It is very exciting learning new patterns. Mikie does such a great job explaining and showing what to do. He makes learning so much fun. Great job putting him in place to teach crocheting. I would also like to thank you for the free patterns. I will be using this as a tool to learn many more patterns. Again, I really appreciate and thank you so much. from Tammy
brookedaw 0792756
Apr 23, 2013
Okay so I'm brand new at crocheting and I hate everything I make i need help!!!!
lindanne 3304444
Mar 06, 2013
I have been avoiding doing patterns with FPC & BPC because I couldn't understand the instructions. Are the front post double crochet & the back post double crochets shown in the basket weave video the same FPDC & BPDC as appears in numerous patterns?
jhward
Mar 03, 2013
I love the tutorial! Demonstrates it slow enough to understand, fast enough enjoy. I liked the comment about a scarf. Thanks Mikey!
sue 6201622
Apr 22, 2013
Mikey: Yes, written instructions can be found in the back of Crochet Magazines. I suggest "Simply Crochet", "Crochet 1-2-3". The Magazines are from England and have a few unusual terminology. These magazines have a lot of good projects that are fun to do. The expense is well worth the price of the magaizine, I got my magaizines at Joan Fabric's. Have fun.
Idalou59
Mar 03, 2013
This is my favorite stitch for afghans. I use a double crochet. I'm not able to view the video (it says its no longer available) so I'm not sure what stitch they are showing. I don't think it would make a difference except for the height of the stitch.
cnovosel 6642540
Mar 11, 2013
This isn't my pattern but, yes, they are using a double crochet :)
Deecutshall 998156 5
Apr 21, 2013
You can find the video here : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28ilbmzmDGM This is for Part 1, part 2 can be found on the right side of the page.
LaurieEllithorpe 8 795268
Mar 03, 2013
Thank you SIRK1959 I am a little rusty and trying to pick up crochet. My mentor is my 91 year old grandmother and I can no longer bump qustions to her as she has alzheimers. Its sad, but this is a great place to get some guidance without her helpful hands. Thank you!!
sirk1959 0224165
Mar 03, 2013
I watched the video and he is doing double crochet. It is not trebles. He is only yarn over once. If it was treble he would yarn over twice before going thru stitch.
LaurieEllithorpe 8 795268
Mar 03, 2013
I have watched this video and it so looks like he is trebels and not doubling his crochet. watch how many times he goes thru stitch when completing the stitch. AM I CRAZY? lol HELP!!
pworf
Mar 03, 2013
I, too, would like to see step by step written with pics in addition to the video. Offer both.
Argrosjean
Nov 21, 2012
I didn't care for the video. I'd rather have a step by step using pictures.
mt5294
Mar 03, 2013
Here's a website with some great step-by-step instructions. http://www.hookedonneedles.com/2008/07/how-to-crochet-basket-weave-stitch.html
CherryZimmer 90341 55
Mar 03, 2013
Here's one: http://www.coatsandclark.com/NR/rdonlyres/0B76F75A-4618-45AB-A431-560EEE1BDF65/35304/CTAPR07_Basketweave.pdf
XiaoBaitu
Sep 20, 2012
This is really awesome! I have been looking for something new to try and this will be quite unique in scarf form for some great christmas presents!
foxyladyb612 63008 28
Nov 12, 2011
Hi -- Excellent tutorial!!!! Now if I could only figure out how to achieve the look of that same stitch same thickness same size crochet hook etc as the tutorial and figure out exactly how much yarn is needed for a 60" x 60" throw so that I have the amount of yarn I need.... HELP!!!! Where can I find someone who can help me figure this out!!! Thanks
uniquegftsnmore 78 69824
Jan 05, 2012
http://cache.lionbrand.com/faq/96.html this should tell you all you need to know about how much yarn you need.
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