Easy Knitted Cable Storage Baskets

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

Chunky / Bulky
Designer

Sian Brown
Needle Size

US 10 / 6.0mm
Needle Type

Straight, Double-pointed, Cable Needle
Techniques

Cables, Garter , Reverse Stockinette

Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

Learn to knit stylish, practical cable storage baskets with this easy knitting tutorial.

We love a practical make and this gorgeous project from Siân Brown is crying out to be whipped up for your home or office. Knitted in bright chunky yarn, these nifty containers are ideal for your craft tools and will look fabulous either in a work space or social area of the house that gets cluttered! The cable detail is perfect if you’ve always wanted to try cabling but aren’t quite ready to make a garment. Why not knit them in your favourite colours or make them as a gift for a friend?

What do I need?

Yarn: Cascade Yarns® Pacific Chunky, shades 106 Carmine Rose, two 100g balls 43 Ruby, one 100g ball
Needles: 6mm double pointed,
6mm circular
Cable needle
Stitch marker
Lining fabric
Tapestry needle
Sewing needle and thread

Sizing

Diameter: 16cm
Height: 12cm

Top knit tips

This project begins with a small number of stitches which can be very fiddly on dpns. If you are finding it difficult, try working the first three rows flat before joining in the round, but remember to purl the second row to keep your stocking stitch correct.

Use dpns for the first few rounds of the base then switch to a circular needle. Two dpns can be used to knit the handles.

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 these T-shirt yarn knitted baskets? Visit this page to see more designs from Siân.

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