The ALERA crochet basket is not only a practical storage basket, but also a true design statement for your home. With its textured, woven-looking pattern made from thick braided cord, it adds a cozy, modern touch to any room—whether in the living room, bathroom, children's room, or office.
Thanks to the thick, sturdy yarn, the basket retains its shape while remaining pleasantly soft to the touch. The embossed pattern creates a unique, eye-catching 3D look. The basket is perfect for storing blankets, yarn, toys, towels, or other everyday items. The integrated handles also make it convenient to transport.
DIY with style.
Whether as a gift or for yourself, with these instructions, you can crochet this high-quality decorative object with a wow factor in no time. Even beginners with a little practice can tackle this project thanks to the clear structure.
The basket can be adjusted to all sizes thanks to its sturdy wooden base. With a DIY kit, you'll have everything you need and can get started right away.

Difficulty level: easy

I hope you enjoy crocheting!

• Matching materials can be ordered as a set or individually, so you can order what you need or use up your leftover yarn.
• Link to the DIY kit to start crocheting right away.
• Many tips on size, wooden flooring, yarn, crochet hook, etc.
• Many tips, tricks, and experiences with crocheting, including a crochet chart for the mattress to illustrate the process.

• Link to a Reel on Instagram that will help you crochet.

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  Skills:

• Chain stitches
• Single crochet stitches
• Double crochet stitches
• Slip stitches

Material specifications for each basket
Size 2, base 15 cm + small ball (30 m length) → approx. 9 cm high
Size 3, base 20 cm + small ball (30 m length) → approx. 10 cm high
Size 3, base 20 cm + large ball (100 m length) → approx. 30 cm high
Size 4, base 25 cm + 1 large ball (100 m length) → approx. 16 cm high
Size 4, base 25 cm + 2 balls (100 m length) → approx. 32 cm high
Size 5, base 30 cm + 2 balls (100 m length) → approx. 46 cm high
Size Size 5, base 30 cm + 3 balls (100 m length) → approx. 60 cm high
Size 6, base 35 cm + 2 balls (100 m length) → approx. 33 cm high
Size 6, base 35 cm + 3 balls (100 m length) → approx. 50 cm high
Size 7, base 40 cm + 2 balls (100 m length) → approx. 36 cm high
Size 7, base 40 cm + 3 balls (100 m length) → approx. 59 cm high
These heights are only approximate and depend on the crochet gauge. Whether you add handles or a finishing round can also affect the yarn consumption. Therefore, depending on the ball of yarn, the measurements may vary by a few centimeters.

DIY kit, all you need is a crochet hook and scissors

or:

• Wooden base with 14 mm round holes (or square, each with rounded corners) in your desired size
• Bobbiny Jumbo yarn – sufficient for the chosen basket size
• Crochet hook size 9–10 mm – depending on how loosely you crochet
• Scissors