Learn how to crochet this beautiful modern contemporary elephant basket. Elephants are strong loyal protectors and they represent strength, wisdom and good fortune.

Pattern just takes 1 skein of Bernat Maker yarn in color gray. This crochet tutorial includes step-by-step written instructions and 40+ progress photos throughout.

When going by gauge listed, finished project measures 3.5” tall, 4.5” wide and from trunk to back of basket 8” depth (8.9 x 11.5 x 20.4 cm). Inside diameter of basket is about 3”. This animal basket can store various small items such as knitting and crochet notions, toiletries, potted plants and so much more. While also making it a stylish decoration piece for your home.

The pattern is only available in the English language using USA crochet terms. Final results may vary for each individual.

Difficulty skill level is Intermediate.

You will need to know these basic techniques: magic ring, slip knot, chain, slip stitch, single crochet, half-double crochet, double crochet, increasing, decreasing and half-double crochet 2 stitches together. Special materials also needed are plastic canvas and 14 gauge floral wire (for the elephant trunk).

The finished basket is for storage and decoration purposes. It’s not a toy.

This is a JBcrochetwizard original 2026 design.