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When it comes to home decor, it's little details that make the biggest difference in how a place looks. Paint colors, furnishings and lighting are important, but I don't really feel at home until I start adding cozy crocheted details -- afghans, rag rugs, pretty pillows.
Whether you're moving into a new place and starting from scratch, or just looking to dress up your current digs, these free crochet patterns will give you some ideas for fantastic home accents you can make. These projects would also make great housewarming gifts for friends, loved ones and colleagues.
Kitchen Patterns
Crocheted Kitchen Accessories -- Photo © Amy Solovay
Kitchens should be cozy and inviting. Your choice of home accents will help to make it so, especially if you take the time to handcraft your own. We're here to help; we've provided a variety of free crochet patterns for creating kitchen items, including potholders, dishcloths, hot pads, placemats and towel toppers.
Bath Accessory Patterns
Soft Organic Cotton Washcloth -- Photo © Amy Solovay, Licensed to About.com, Inc.
It's so easy to dress up your bathroom with small crocheted luxuries. Find free crochet patterns for making your own washcloths, soap savers, and other bath accents.
Doily Patterns
Vintage Oval Crochet Doily -- Photo Courtesy Sandi Marshall
Doilies add a lovely bit of luxury wherever you use them in the home.
Pictured here is Sandi Marshall's vintage oval doily. You can get the free doily pattern, or go to our complete list of free doily patterns.
Coaster Patterns
Fabric Crochet Flower Coaster -- Photo © Amy Solovay
Coasters are not only decorative, they are functional too. They're satisfying crochet projects; they work up quickly, and they are so useful to have around the house. You'll want to crochet a set for every room!
Pictured here: a flower coaster by Amy Solovay. The coaster was crocheted using this easy flower pattern, substituting strips of cotton fabric instead of yarn. You can whip up a set of these if you like, or visit our main directory of free coaster patterns to see more options.
Baby Afghan Patterns
Striped Crochet Baby Afghan -- Photo © Amy Solovay
If you'd like to decorate a little one's nursery, you'll probably appreciate having these free baby afghan patterns available. There are a variety of styles to choose from.
Granny Square Patterns
Crochet Granny Square -- Photo © Amy Solovay, Licensed to About.com, Inc.
Granny square patterns are beloved by crochet enthusiasts of all skill levels. They're the perfect no-brainer project for making all kinds of things, including afghans and other home decor items -- pillows, pillow covers, bedspreads and more.
Crocheted Squares
Crocheted Squares for Making Afghans -- Photo © Amy Solovay, Licensed to About.com, Inc.
Here you'll find free patterns for many different types of crocheted squares, going beyond just grannies. Some grannies are included on this list, but you'll also find squares worked in tapestry crochet and other techniques.
Pillow Patterns
Crochet Christmas Pillow -- Photo Copyright Amy Solovay
Pillows set the mood for a room; they're an easy way to add a touch of luxury and comfort to your home. They can be made to coordinate with any design style.
Our free pillow patterns include many stylish and fun options to choose from. Pictured here: a Christmas pillow crocheted using two different designs from our series of mix and match afghan squares. There's a Christmas tree square and a checkerboard square. This pillow matches a patchwork crochet Christmas afghan; you can get the free crochet pattern right here on our website.
Basket Patterns
Baskets make fantastic decorating accessories because they are so useful, yet beautiful too. This pattern list features a variety of different basket designs, including tapestry crocheted examples and more.
Crochet Towel Edging Pattern
Towel With Crocheted Edging -- Photo © Amy Solovay
Pretty edgings can add a luxurious touch to just about any of your linens. They're a lovely way to dress up sheets, pillowcases, tablecloths, runners, towels, or other linens. The towel edging pictured is a perfect example; you can click here to get the free pattern, or visit our list of free crochet edging patterns to see even more possibilities.
