Those little black watermelon seeds are what really make a crocheted watermelon project come to life!
Today I’m showing you how I add embroidered watermelon seeds to my crochet watermelon basket using two strands of black yarn.
How to Add Watermelon Seeds to a Crochet Basket
For this project, I’m adding the watermelon seeds after the basket has been completely crocheted.
I use approximately 3 yards of black yarn and a yarn needle, working with a double strand of yarn for each side of the basket. There will be 6 yards in total used.
I don’t try to make every watermelon seed perfectly symmetrical. Instead, I randomly place them around the basket, changing the direction of the seeds as I work.
Let the Crochet Stitches Guide You
One of the things I show in the video is how I place my needle into the crochet stitches rather than simply going down into the open spaces.
I also pay attention to what is happening on the inside of the basket as I’m working. I use my fingers to feel underneath the stitches so I can make sure I’m not creating unwanted bumps or pulling the yarn too tightly.
You may find that you need to adjust your needle placement a little as you work. That’s completely normal!
In fact, you’ll see me do exactly that in the video.
Watch How I Embroider the Watermelon Seeds
Rather than giving you a long written tutorial, I think you’ll find it much easier to watch me demonstrate this technique.
In the video, I show you:
- How I use two strands of black yarn
- Where I place the watermelon seeds
- How I decide which direction each seed should face
- How I work the yarn into the crochet stitches
- How I keep the seeds from being pulled too tightly
- How I check the inside of the basket as I work
- How I fix a spot when something doesn’t look quite right
The nice thing about this technique is that the seeds don’t have to be perfect. I simply eyeball the placement and change the direction of the seeds as I work around the basket.
Just like real watermelon seeds, they’re not all going to look exactly alike!
Make Your Own Crochet Watermelon Basket
If you’re ready to make the entire basket, you’re in luck!
The Crochet Watermelon Basket pattern is free here on my blog.
It has handles, a cute reverse single crochet detail, and makes such a fun summer crochet project.
And once you’ve finished crocheting your basket, you can come back to this tutorial to add those adorable embroidered watermelon seeds.
An Ad-Free PDF Pattern Is Also Available
If you prefer working from a printable, ad-free pattern, I’ve also made the Crochet Watermelon Basket PDF pattern available for purchase on Ravelry and Etsy.
This is a great option if you like to keep your crochet patterns organized and easy to access while you’re crocheting.
Add My Free Crochet Watermelon Scrubby
I couldn’t stop with the watermelon basket!
I also created a Crochet Watermelon Scrubby, and the pattern is completely free here on my blog.
It makes such a cute little addition to the basket and is a practical project you can actually use.
Don’t Miss the Free Crochet Watermelon Dishcloth
And there’s another watermelon project to add to the collection!
My Crochet Watermelon Dishcloth is also a free crochet pattern here on the blog.
The scrubby and dishcloth fit perfectly inside the watermelon basket, making the three projects a fun handmade gift set.
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A Fun Handmade Watermelon Gift
Wouldn’t this make the cutest summer gift?
Crochet the watermelon basket, add the embroidered seeds, and tuck the watermelon scrubby and dishcloth inside.
You could give the whole set as a handmade housewarming gift, birthday gift, teacher gift, or just because!
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Keep Crocheting!
I hope you enjoyed learning how I add the little watermelon seeds to my crochet basket.
Sometimes it’s those small finishing details that take a crochet project from cute to absolutely adorable! 🍉
And don’t forget—you can find the free Crochet Watermelon Basket pattern, along with my free Crochet Watermelon Scrubby and Watermelon Dishcloth patterns, here on the blog.
Hey! I have a Few More Free Fruity Crochet Patterns Found Here On The Blog
If you enjoy fun fruity crochet projects, you will want to see these other free patterns, here on the blog:
They’re wonderful projects for craft fairs, gifts, summer decorating, or simply adding a little handmade joy to everyday life.
There are also quite a few Free Crochet Basket Patterns, Here They Are
I’m sure that you enjoy crocheting baskets, so be sure to check out some of my other basket designs too!
- Square Baskets
- Toilet Paper Baskets
- Coffee Pod Basket
- Lemon Farmhouse Basket
- Round Nautical Basket
- Square Napkin Basket
- Square Spa Basket
Each one has its own unique style and purpose, making it easy to find the perfect basket for your home, your crochet room, or to give as a thoughtful handmade gift. Happy crocheting!
I hope you enjoyed learning about how to put seeds on the watermelon basket.
I hope making the Watermelon Basket was fun. I love creating crochet patterns that are not only fun to make but are useful too. Whether you’re organizing your crochet supplies, decorating your home, or putting together a thoughtful handmade gift, I hope this little basket brings brings you joy!
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August 2026