scalloped tray pattern & video tutorial
I really like the scalloped finish on crochet projects so I decided to use it in this tray pattern. My Small Scalloped Tray pattern requires a double strand (2 strands of yarn held together) to ensure it works up thick and quickly. This pattern uses a combination of half double crochet (HDC), wide half double crochet (WHDC), and slip stitches (SL ST). If you are fairly new to crocheting and have never worked a WHDC, do not let it intimidate you. If you know how to work a HDC, a WHDC will come just as easy! The WHDC is used to work the base because it provides a dense finish.
The finished dimensions of this tray comes out to around 5.25” to 5.75” diameter depending on the actual thickness of yarn used; so it is perfect for your trinkets, keys, or Knick Knacks. I provide a gauge below, but it’s not important unless you are highly invested in getting an exact diameter. I hope you’ll give it a try and please tag me @jarfulofknots on socials or comment below! The free version of this pattern is provided below along with a quick 2-minute tutorial. Please note that the video tutorial is a quick overview only.
If preferred, the full, digital PDF pattern is available in my shops (linked below) which includes step by step instructions, photos, and yarn options.
Small Scalloped Tray (Full Digital PDF Pattern)
The full, digital PDF pattern is available in my shops and which provides all of the information provided here along detailed instructions, photos, and yarn options.
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Small Scalloped Tray Crochet Pattern
Level: Intermediate Beginner
Terminology: US
Gauge: Measurement after Round 2 = 2.50" to 2.75" diameter (across). NOTE: Gauge is not important but provided as a general guide.
Abbreviations Used:
CH = Chain
BLO = Back loop only
FLO = Front loop only
FO = Fasten off
HDC = Half Double Crochet
HDCINC - Half Double Crochet Increase
RND = Round
SK -= Skip
WHDC = Wide Half Double Crochet
WHDCINC = Wide Half Double Crochet Increase
Pattern Notes:
It is highly recommended to carefully read these instructions before starting this project.
Gauge is not too important but is provided as a general guide; Due to the different yarn substitutions provided, it is recommended to try your best get as close as possible to the gauge. Yarn thicknesses may vary based on brands or lots.
This pattern is worked using a double strand of yarn (2 strands of yarn held together).
Tip: To get 2 strands of yarn from 1 skein, combine both the center strand and outer strand.
This pattern is worked beginning with the base. The side is crocheted into the finished base.
At the end of each round, work a SL ST into the first ST to join round.
Starting from round 2 on, the beginning of each round is worked with either a CH1 or CH2 and the first ST in worked in same ST as CH1 or CH2.
The CH1 or CH2 at beginning of each round does not count as a ST unless noted.
A comma (,) indicates to work in the next ST.
A "x#" indicates to work the indicated ST in each of the next “x” number of stitches; For example: SC x4 = Work 1 single crochet in each of the next 5 stitches.
Customization Options:
Height: The height of basket may be adjusted by adding or removing the total number of side RNDs worked.
Supplies:
6mm crochet hook (or crochet hook size needed to obtain gauge)
200 yards of Redheart Super Saver (used for this pattern) or any worsted weight #4 yarn.
Special Stitch Reference:
Magic Ring (MR): A video tutorial also available on my YouTube channel here: https://shorturl.at/anoF0
Wide Half Double Crochet (WHDC) - Works similar to a half double crochet, however, hook is inserted between the stitch posts as follows:
YO, insert your hook in between stitch posts of previous row, YO, pull up a loop, YO, pull through all 3 loops on hook.
Instructions:
Base:
Begin & RND 1: With 2 strands of medium #4 yarn held together or single strand of super bulky #6 yarn (see pattern notes), work a MR and CH1. 8HDC in MR, SL ST in first ST to join (8).
RND 2: CH1. To work first WHDC: YO, insert hook between the posts of first ST and second ST, YO, pull through all loops. WHDC in same ST to complete WHDCINC. WHDCINC x7 around, SL ST in first ST (16).
RND 3: CH1 and WHDC in same ST, WHDCINC. *WHDC, WHDCINC* x7 around, SL ST in first ST (24).
RND 4: CH1 and WHDCINC in same ST as CH1, WHDC x2. *WHDCINC, WHDC x2* x7 around, SL ST in first ST (36).
RND 5: CH1 and WHDCINC in same ST as CH1, WHDC x3. *WHDCINC, WHDC x3* x7 around, SL ST in first ST (40).
RND 6: CH1. Working the BLO, SL ST in same ST as CH1. Working the BLO around, SL ST x39. SL ST in first ST to join. FO and weave ends (40)
Basket Side:
RND 7:
With a double strand of yarn, work a slip knot.
With hook placed closest to you, Insert hook into the BLO of rnd 6 and FLO of rnd 5. Pull a loop and CH2. HDC in same ST as CH2, HDC x39 around.
SL ST in first HDC to join (40).
RND 8:
CH1. In same ST as CH1, 3HDC. SK1, SL ST, SK1.
*3HDC, SK1, SL ST, SK1* x9.
SL ST in first HDC, FO and weave ends (40).
Your basket is finished!
