Free Crochet Patterns
By Amy Solovay, About.com Guide to Crochet
When you're looking for a crochet pattern, you will usually have a certain theme, type of item or a certain stitch pattern in mind that you are hoping to find. I've divided lists of free patterns on this site by theme, skill level, type of crochet technique and more, to make it easier to find the specific patterns you're looking for.
Free Patterns By Technique
The patterns that I design have a purpose, helping you to learn and then to practice a certain crochet stitch or technique. My free patterns can help you advance your crochet skills.
- Diagonal V-Stitch Squares Afghan
- Oval Shape Placemat
- Pineapple Style Edging
- Ripple Wristlet
- Shaping with Decreases - Solid Shell Towel Topper
- Shell Block Square - Crocheting Between Shell Groups
- Shell Block Help Photos to Accompany Pattern
- Texture Created by Alternating Slip Stitch with Double Crochet
- Texture Created by Combining Trebles with Single Crochet
- Venetian Lace Motif Photo Tutorial
- Venetian Style Leaf Applique
Free Patterns By Theme
For those times when you're looking for a pattern in a specific theme, such as hearts or winter, you've come to the right place. Check out these free themed patterns and projects.
- Fall - Shells Leaf Applique
- Fall - Leaves and Tiny Flowers in Filet Crochet
- Halloween - Buttonhole Spider
- Halloween - Charted Ghost with Bat
- Halloween - Easy Edging
- Halloween - Ghost on Spidery Edging
- Halloween - Skull Shaped Applique
- Hearts - Connected Hearts Charted Pattern
- Hearts - Photo Gallery: Designs In Filet Crochet
- Scrap Yarn Projects - Basic Hexagon Granny Motif
- Scrap Yarn Projects - Bow Applique
- Scrap Yarn Projects - Shells Hair Tie
- Scrap Yarn Projects - Small Flower Motif
- Scrap Yarn Projects - Toy Car Applique
- Winter - Boxed Shell/Shells Path Combo Scarf
- Winter - Dotted Blocks Ski Headband
- Winter - Large Pastel Snowflake Coaster
- Winter - Royal Crown Snowflake
- Winter - Stripes and Bars (No Weaving Ends) Scarf
Gifts For Her - Free Patterns
Maybe you're starting your pattern search to plan holiday gifts to crochet for Mom, a sister, a daughter or a female friend. These free patterns can be a starting point to find just the right item, whether you're planning to crochet a small gift or delving into a larger project, such as a cape or shawl.
- Boxed Shell Cape
- Corner Start Fan Shaped Dishcloth
- Connected Hearts Triangle Shawl
- Long SC Laces Face Cloth
- Scalloped Edge Prayer Shawl
- Shell Block Columns Potholder
- Shell Block Scalloped Edge Dishcloth
- V-Stitch Towel Hanger
Hexagon Shaped Motifs
I've designed six-sided crocheted motifs in a variety of styles, with mini cables, puff stitches, shells and more. My clear, complete directions in these free patterns can make these hexagon shapes a pleasure to crochet.
Thread Crochet
Crocheters who enjoy working with thread, won't want to miss the free patterns listed in this section, which are especially suited for thread crochet. No need to limit yourself to just these patterns, though. Items originally crocheted with yarn can often be successfully crocheted with thread and a smaller steel hook instead, resulting in a smaller item. If you're feeling adventurous, check out the wealth of free "crocheted with yarn" patterns on this site to find others that you might try in thread crochet.
- 1915 Finger Purse, With Help Photos
- Diagonal Thread Crocheted Squares Joined, for Tablecloth
- Doll Scarf for Fashion Doll
- Easy Single Crochet Wrist Band
Easy Patterns
There are so many crochet stitch pattern combination possibilities that there are likely to be some that you haven't tried yet. With that in mind, I included extra photos for many of these free patterns, showing close looks at the stitches used, to make these even easier for crocheters of all skill levels to enjoy.
- Beginner Afghan Square
- Boxed Shell Columns Afghan
- Boxed Shell/Shell Path Combo Scarf
- Offset Mesh Dishcloth
- SC-DC with Mesh Center Afghan Square
- Shells and Mesh Flat Tote Bag
- Shells and Waves Scarf
- Solid Shell Dishcloth
- Triangle Shaped Motif
- V-Stitch Afghan Squares
- Zig-Zag Path Scarf
Advanced Level Patterns
For those times when you are looking for a pattern that goes beyond the easy ranking, hoping to find a bit of a challenge, these free patterns, ranked for the skill level of an advanced or intermediate level crocheter, can give you the fun and satisfaction of trying something new and increasing your crochet skills at the same time.
- Box Shell Skirt with Ruffled Edging
- Corner Start Fan Shaped Dishcloth
- Half Circle Purse
- Mini Cables Face Cloth
- Mini Cables Scarf - Version 1
- Mini Cables Scarf - Version 2 - Full Cables
- Shells and Waves Afghan Square
- Spider Lace Afghan Square
- Slanted Vs and Ridges Scarf
Experienced Level Patterns
Avid crocheters who have already tried many types of stitches, techniques and patterns can find this section exciting to choose free patterns from. These are the patterns that can give experienced crocheters a challenge for their current skill level and can advance their crochet skills even more than already accomplished.
