Craft Crochet Baskets from Plastic Bags

Difficulty: Medium

In this guide, you will learn how to upcycle disposable plastic bags into attractive and practical crochet baskets. This project not only helps reduce plastic waste but also allows you to create a unique, sturdy, and useful item for your home.

Materials Needed

Plastic bags	Buy
Measuring tape (optional)	Buy

Tools Needed

Large crochet hook (12mm or larger)	Buy
Scissors	Buy

Steps

Step 1: Gather Plastic Bags
Collect a sufficient number of plastic bags. Ensure they are clean and free from any food residue or dirt.
Step 2: Create Plastic Yarn (Plarn)
Flatten each bag, cut off the top handles and the bottom seal. Fold lengthwise and cut into strips approximately 1 inch wide. Loop the strips together to make plarn.
Step 3: Start Crocheting
Using a large crochet hook (12mm or larger), begin with a slip knot. Crochet a base chain to form the foundation of your basket. Single crochet in continuous rounds to build up the sides.
Step 4: Shape the Basket
Increase stitches as you go around to ensure the base is flat. Once the desired base size is reached, continue crocheting upwards without increasing stitches to form the sides.
Step 5: Finish Off
When the basket reaches the desired height, finish off the last row by weaving in the end of the plarn securely.

Craft Crochet Baskets from Plastic Bags

Materials Needed

Tools Needed

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Recycling Categories

Consumer Goods

Electronics

Organic Waste

Industrial Items