Crochet Whimsical Harvest Fruit Basket Free Pattern

This whimsical harvest fruit basket is the perfect addition to your fall decor. It features an array of fun, fruit-inspired designs and can serve multiple purposes from decor to storage. Let’s get started!

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn in orange, yellow, green, and brown
• Size H (5.0mm) crochet hook
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Fiberfill (optional for added stability)
• Stitch markers

Gauge:

17 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches (10cm) in single crochet.

Base:

With orange yarn,
Ch 4.
Rnd 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working around the other side of the chain, sc in next 2 ch, 2 sc in last ch – 10 sc.
Rnd 2: [Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc] repeat around – 15 sc.
Rnd 3: [Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc] repeat around – 20 sc.
Rnd 4: [Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc] repeat around – 25 sc.
Rnd 5-10: Sc in each sc around. Fasten off.

Side Panels:

Attach yellow yarn at any stitch on the base.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in each sc around. Do not join, work in continuous rounds.
Rnd 2: Sc in next 7 sc, [(1 dc, 1 sc) in next sc] repeat around – 32 stitches.
Rnd 3-8: Sc in each stitch around. 

Fruit Motifs:

Create several fruit motifs to attach to your basket:

• Apple: Ch 5, sl st to form a ring. Sc 6 around the ring. Rnd 2: Sc in each sc around. Fasten off and attach a small green leaf.
• Pumpkin: With orange yarn, ch 5, sl st to form a ring. Rnd 1: Sc 8 in ring. Rnd 2: Inc in each sc around. Fasten off; add a short brown stem.

Finishing:

Attach the fruit motifs to the side of the basket at random positions. Weave in all ends. Optionally, stuff the sides for added stability.

Your whimsical harvest fruit basket is now complete! Use it to hold seasonal decorations or cozy throws, and bring a touch of autumn to your home.