Knitted Owl Storage Basket

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

Aran / Worsted
Designer

Nicola Valiji
Needle Size

US 9 / 5.5mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Basketweave

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

Knit Nicola Valiji's owl-shaped storage basket for your home using this easy pattern.

Perfect for storing all your yarny goodies, this sturdy basket is a hoot to make! It’s reinforced with cardboard around the sides, meaning this characterful piece can hold your stash and other craft supplies with ease, and allow you to have a good root around inside without it losing its structure. Complete with useful handles and squidgy 3D eyes, this project will add a touch of fun to any room in your home.

What do I need?

Yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream Solids, shades 00001 White, 01130 Warm Brown, one 70g ball of each, 00082 Jute, six 70g balls
Needles: 5.5mm
Cardboard box: medium-sized (to fit finished 34cm x 105cm basket)
Tapestry needle

Sizing

Circumference: 105cm
Depth: 34cm

Top knit tips

For secure handles, make sure they are attached through both layers of knitting at the top of the basket, and for extra strength and minimal stretch you can sew a strip of cotton tape to (or inside) each handle if the basket is going to hold any real weight.

Pin the facial features to the basket before sewing them into place.

Meet the designer

Nicola Valiji is a regular designer for Let's Knit Together – she first learned how to knit while making a Jean Greenhowe doll with help from her nan. If you enjoyed making this pattern, why not make these stripy owl toys? You can view more of Nicola's designs here.

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