Midnight Spiderweb Treat Basket Crochet Pattern

About this pattern

The Midnight Spiderweb Treat Basket is worked from the center outward in joined single-crochet rounds. Eight mathematically even increase rounds finish at 48 stitches, which gives a firm base close to 6½ inches with doubled worsted yarn and a 6.0 mm hook. A back-loop-only turning round establishes the vertical sides; 13 charcoal rounds build the body, then two burnt-orange rounds create the approximately ¾-inch rim. The web is a separate four-inch motif with exactly six spokes and three open rings.

US crochet terminology is used throughout. This is an open, unlined basket for lightweight, dry items; it has no lid, handles, stuffing, or spider embellishment.

Materials

• #4 medium-weight cotton-blend yarn held double for the basket: approximately 220 yd (201 m) charcoal and 35 yd (32 m) muted burnt orange
• Smooth ivory #4 yarn held single for the web: approximately 25 yd (23 m)
• 6.0 mm (J-10) crochet hook for the basket
• 3.5–4.0 mm (E–G) hook for the single-strand web
• Tapestry needle, yarn needle, scissors, stitch marker, and rustproof pins or removable markers

Finished size and gauge

The basket measures approximately 7 in (18 cm) wide × 6 in (15 cm) tall, with a flat base about 6.5 in (16.5 cm) in diameter. The charcoal body is about 5¼ inches tall before the orange rim, which adds roughly ¾ inch. Aim for about 10 sc and 11 rounds per 4 in (10 cm) with doubled yarn; adjust hook size to keep the base flat and the walls dense.

Abbreviations

• ch — chain
• sc — single crochet
• BLO — back loop only
• sl st — slip stitch
• st(s) — stitch(es)
• inc — 2 sc in the same stitch

Pattern notes

• The basket is worked in joined rounds. Ch 1 does not count as a stitch; join with a slip stitch to the first sc.
• Move the stitch marker after each join. Count 48 stitches at the end of Round 8 and throughout every wall round.
• Hold two charcoal or orange strands together as one working strand. Cut the old color at each change rather than carrying it inside.
• The web uses single ivory yarn and is blocked flat before attachment.

Instructions

Flat circular base

Hold two strands of charcoal together. Make a magic ring, or ch 2 and work Round 1 into the second chain.

1. Round 1: Ch 1, work 6 sc in the ring — 6 sts. Join.
2. Round 2: Ch 1, inc in each stitch around — 12 sts. Join.
3. Round 3: Ch 1, sc in the next st, inc in the next st around — 18 sts. Join.
4. Round 4: Ch 1, sc in the next 2 sts, inc in the next st around — 24 sts. Join.
5. Round 5: Ch 1, sc in the next 3 sts, inc in the next st around — 30 sts. Join.
6. Round 6: Ch 1, sc in the next 4 sts, inc in the next st around — 36 sts. Join.
7. Round 7: Ch 1, sc in the next 5 sts, inc in the next st around — 42 sts. Join.
8. Round 8: Ch 1, sc in the next 6 sts, inc in the next st around — 48 sts. Join.

Lay the circle on a flat surface. It should measure close to 6½ inches and lie flat without cupping or rippling. If it is smaller or larger, change hook size before beginning the walls.

Turning round and charcoal walls

9. Round 9 (turning round): Ch 1, sc in the BLO of every stitch around — 48 sts. Join. This back-loop round creates a crisp outer corner and turns the fabric upward.
10. Rounds 10–22 (charcoal body): Ch 1, sc in every stitch around — 48 sts. Join after each round. These 13 rounds build the body to approximately 5¼ inches above the base.

Burnt-orange rim

11. Rounds 23–24 (orange rim): Change to muted burnt orange in the final slip stitch of Round 22. Ch 1, sc in every stitch around — 48 sts. Join after each round. Fasten off and weave in the orange end on the inside.

Six-spoke spiderweb motif

Use ivory yarn held single and the smaller hook. The web is assembled from six spokes and three chain rings, giving a stable flat motif about four inches across.

Spokes (make 6): Ch 18. Slip stitch in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across — 17 sl sts. Fasten off, leaving a 6-inch tail. Lightly block the six cords straight.

Web rings (make 3):

1. Small ring: Ch 18, taking care not to twist, and slip stitch to the first chain to form a ring.
2. Middle ring: Ch 30 and join to the first chain with a slip stitch.
3. Outer ring: Ch 42 and join to the first chain with a slip stitch.

Arrange the six spokes evenly like a wheel. Lay the small, middle, and outer rings concentrically over them. With the spoke tails, sew each spoke to the center and at every ring crossing (six joins per ring). Use tiny whipstitches in the back of the motif so the front stays open. Pin and lightly block the finished web to about four inches in diameter; let it dry fully.

Assembly and finishing

1. Center the web on the front of the charcoal body, with its lowest point about two rounds above the base and its highest point below the orange rim. Pin the six outer spoke ends in place.
2. Sew the six outer ends through the basket stitches, then add a small tack at each middle-ring crossing. Do not sew around the entire rings; the open spaces should remain flexible.
3. Weave every web tail into the charcoal fabric and trim the excess inside. Check that no ivory ends show through the basket.
4. Shape the basket over a bowl close to the 6½-inch base diameter. Lightly mist and let it dry upright; avoid stretching the rim.

Helpful tips and customization

• The base count is 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48. If the circle ripples, your increases are too loose; if it cups, your tension is too tight.
• Keep all 48 wall stitches. Adding height is safe, but adding stitches will change the web placement and finished width.
• Substitute purple or deep green for the rim, or use a contrasting neon web for a brighter Halloween palette.
• Use the basket for wrapped candy, yarn balls, stitch markers, keys, or a small party favor display. Keep contents dry and lightweight.

This basket is decorative storage, not a toy. The small web motif and yarn ends should be kept away from babies, pets, and open flames.

Enjoy your midnight basket—a quick Halloween make with a graphic web that can be removed or replaced for a new seasonal look.