Beaufort Basket by Linda Sellick

Beaufort Basket

Knitting
July 2014
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
3 stitches = 1 inch
in Stocking Stitch before felting
US 11 - 8.0 mm
437 - 656 yards (400 - 600 m)
2 Sizes - See “notes” below
English
This pattern is available for $5.00 USD
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These lovely baskets are very easy and fast to knit.
The Beaufort Basket is offered in 2 sizes and make perfect project baskets.
For added flair, felted flowers and button accents may be added.
When completed, the basket is felted by hand or in a washing machine.
Why the name “Beaufort Basket” - I designed these baskets while living aboard our boat SV “Oneday” in beautiful Beaufort NC.
Instructions include:
How to work the I Cord Cast Off, How to make 3 different sized
flowers and How to Felt in a Washing Machine.

Finished Size before felting: Circumference - 70 (84) cm
Height - 24 (30) cm
Finished Size after felting: Circumference - 64 (77) cm
Height - 15 (20) cm