T-Shirt Yarn Chunky Knitted Storage Baskets

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

Super Chunky / Bulky
Designer

Sian Brown
Needle Size

12mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Basic Shaping, knit, Purl

What you need to know

Knit stylish storage baskets, made with chunky yarn, using this easy pattern.

Made using bulky recycled T-shirt yarn, Siân Brown's super chunky baskets will charm and cheer in equal measure. The classic moss stitch pattern that features in this design takes on a new lease of life when knitted up with this distinctive yarn, looking fabulous in its magnified form, and helping to create a structured yet delightfully squishy texture. Pop them in your bathroom to hold your favourite beauty products, or stow away anything else you like in them!

What do I need?

Yarn: Paintbox Recycled T-Shirt, shades 014 Bright Pink Shades, 017 Bold Yellow Shades, 800g ball of each
Needles: 12mm
Rope: 1cm x 40cm length per container
Lining (approx): 25cm x 25cm square, 70cm x 15cm rectangle
Wadding (approx): 25cm x 25cm square, 70cm x 15cm rectangle
Sewing needle and matching thread
Tapestry needle

Sizing

20cm wide x 12cm deep

Top knit tip

The yarn used in this design has some variations in thickness and elasticity as well as some knots throughout the ball due to its nature as a recycled fibre, so embrace the unique texture it creates! Use plastic or metal needles, as more slippery materials tend to work more smoothly with this kind of yarn, and take care not to stretch it too much as you knit.

Meet the designer

Siân Brown is a designer for magazines, yarn companies and publishers. She completed a fashion and textiles degree before starting a successful career in knitwear, which included her becoming a visiting lecturer at London College of Fashion. If you enjoyed making this pattern, then why not make this knitted cushion cover? Visit this page to see more designs from Siân.

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