Crochet

Below is the main archive for all the free crochet patterns available on CrochetnCrafts. There is something here for everyone and at every skill level, including Beginner PatternsEasy Crochet Patterns and Intermediate Patterns for those who have mastered their skills.

All free crochet patterns are written in US crochet terminology. They are free on the website, but many of them can also be purchased in my Etsy shop or on Ravelry.

They are written with the right-handed crocheters in mind. If you are left-handed you’ll need to reverse where the pattern instructs to work in a left or right direction.

Why crochet? Because it is relaxing, takes your mind off your problems, and helps to save money! Finished Crochet projects make for the perfect gift for your friends and family members. Because when it is hand-made, it just speaks volumes about how much you appreciate the recipient. And that is priceless!

10 of My Best Free Crochet Patterns

Cross-Over Long DC Free Crochet Newsboy Hat Pattern
Granny Stitch Crochet Kerchief
Simple Summer Poncho
Granny Stitch Square Poncho
Single Crochet Beanie
Blossom Stitch Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern
Solid Shell Stitch Crochet Hat
Open Stitch Easy Rectangular Shawl Pattern
Single Crochet Bag
Beginner Crochet Dishcloth Pattern

Resources for the Absolute Beginner Crocheter

How to Tie a Slip Knot
Working on Opposite Side of Starting Chains
How to Join a Round
How to Make the Magic Circle
How to Single Crochet
The Extended Single Crochet
How to Half Double Crochet
How to Double Crochet

A Few Tips for Beginners: Start with a project that uses only the basic stitches like the single, half double or double crochet stitches. Also look for something that doesn’t require much shaping or color changes until you’re comfortable with holding your hook and yarn.

As for the yarn, a medium worsted weight yarn worked with an H or an I crochet hook is most suitable for beginners who have never crocheted before.

A few helpful links for everyone:

Crochet Abbreviations Chart
Blanket Sizes Chart
Crochet Hat Sizing Chart by Age
Crochet Boot Cuffs Size Chart

Keeping Things Organized

If you love to crochet like me, I know that you have more than one project going on at any given time. My biggest challenge is keeping things organized. I’ve had issues with my crochet hooks always disappearing on me because I would leave them in the half-finished crochet project that I worked on a year ago!

I have found that keeping a journal of all the projects on the go can help. So basically you list the name of the pattern, the yarn and the hook size. Now when your hook goes missing, you know exactly which project is hogging it!

My next problem is my yarn! I just KNOW that I have a leftover skein of Red Heart Super in White, but WHERE in this pile is it??? Do I seriously have to go through my entire stash of leftovers?

Not anymore! I have found that it is more important to keep your yarn brands and yarn types together, than it is to keep whole skeins separate from half used ones. There are many types of craft organizers that will do a good job at keeping your yarn neatly organized so you can have whatever you need at your fingertips, when you need it.

Free Crochet Patterns

You can browse all crochet patterns below, or narrow down your search with these categories. You can also use the search at the top of the site if you are looking for a specific pattern. Hopefully you’ll find your next crochet project on this site. And if you do, please share your finished project in the CrochetnCrafts Facebook group.

Afghans and Squares

Afghan Squares
Blanket Patterns
Alphabet Blocks

Accessories

Appliques
Belts
Bookmarks
Bracelets
Buttons
Eye Masks

Crochet Bag Patterns

Bags & Totes
Coin Purses
Credit Card Sleeves
Pouches
Wine Bottle Cozies

Hair Accessories

Hair Scrunchies
Headbands
Kerchiefs

Home Decor

Doilies
Miscellaneous

Bath

Scrubbies
Soap Savers
Miscellaneous

Kitchen/Dining/Cleaning

Coasters
Cup Cozies
Dishcloths
Hotpads
Placemats

Wearables

Cowls
Ear Warmers
Fingerless Gloves
Crochet Hat Patterns
Legwarmers & Boot Cuffs
Ponchos
Scarves
Slippers
Tops
Crochet Shawl Patterns

Other

Baby
Children’s
Christmas
Doll Clothes & Accessories
Broomstick Lace
Stashbusters
Red Heart Super Saver
Red Heart Comfort
Bernat Handicrafter Cotton
Caron Simply Soft
Vanna’s Choice

Swish-Swash Cup Cozy ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Swish-Swash Cup Cozy

This cup cozy is worked up in two colors and is turned after certain rounds to create a different texture and design. Here is a quick and easy gift idea for your last-minute holiday gifts. It’ll go well with the crochet dishcloth pattern I did using the same stitch, but in a slightly different color…

ESC Pencil Organizer Cozy ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

ESC Pencil Organizer Cozy

This crochet pencil organizer cozy is the perfect addition to your desktop, and can be crocheted in any colors to match the season or your office.

Swish-Swash Wine Bottle Cozy ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Swish-Swash Wine Bottle Cozy

Today we have another crochet wine bottle cozy for the upcoming holiday season. The finished size fits a 4″ diameter bottle, but you can adjust that in any multiple of 3. And because it’s so easy to adjust in size, feel free to choose any yarn and hook size. Just remember if you make changes…

Crochet Baby Scratch Mitts ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Crochet Baby Scratch Mitts

These crochet baby scratch mitts are not only the perfect way to keep your little ones from scratching up their newborn faces, but they are also nice and cozy for going outside in the cold. This free pattern was designed to go with this pom pom beanie. Together they will make a lovely gift set…

Swish-Swash Cowl ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Swish-Swash Cowl Scarf Pattern

Enjoy this crochet cowl scarf pattern any way that you like. Wear it long like a scarf, or wrap it cozy around the neck to stay warm in the cold winter weather. This crochet cowl is shown in fall colors, but choose any colors to match your winter wardrobe or any outfit that you like….

Crochet Pom Pom Beanie ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Crochet Pom Pom Beanie Pattern

This crochet pom pom beanie is given for a baby size, but you can easily increase this to any other sizes as well, including adult sizes.

Basic Lace Crochet Bookmark ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Basic Lace Easy Crochet Bookmark

This basic lace crochet bookmark is crocheted in a DK weight yarn, which helps to avoid excess bulk. The finished size measures 2.25 inches wide, which means that if you wanted to crochet this in a thread you could do that and still end up with a decent width of the bookmark. As for the…

Preemie/Newborn Sun Hat Pattern ~ FREE Crochet Pattern by Cream Of The Crop Crochet

Preemie/Newborn Sun Hat Pattern by Cream Of The Crop Crochet

This adorable baby sun hat pattern is brought to you by Cream Of The Crop Crochet. Currently the website specializes in animal and other fun and cozy winter hats in all baby sizes from preemie and up. You’ll also find a nice variety of patterns for yourself, such as wraps, hats and scarves. Thank you…

ESC Simple Fashion Doll Shrug ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

ESC Simple Fashion Doll Shrug

This cute doll shrug is designed to fit the 11.5″ Barbie doll. But since there is no stitch multiple, you can just as easy crochet this to fit other dolls as well. Simply make your chains to reach across the back and to where you want the shrug to come out to at the arms…

Criss-Cross Around the Waist Fashion Doll Dress ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Criss-Cross Around the Waist Fashion Doll Dress

This cute barbie doll dress pattern is very similar to the Fashion Doll Summer Dress, and thus is also a perfect match for the Summer Sun Hat and the ESC Fashion Doll Shrug. The dress works up quick and easy and makes for a cute stocking stuffer for any young girl. Another bonus of this…

Crossed Picots Scrubbie ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Crossed Picots Crochet Cotton Face Scrubbies

This one is shown here in a single color, but you can easily make these crochet cotton face scrubbies in two colors as well. It’s a great pattern to use up those smallest amounts of yarn scraps that you can get. This quick and easy scrubbie works up in just two short rounds. The finished…

Dandy Super Scarf ~ Free Crochet Pattern

Dandy Crochet Super Scarf

This crochet scarf pattern can easily be adjusted in size from child to adult in the stitch multiple provided.

Swish-Swash Dishcloth ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Swish-Swash Cotton Dishcloth Crochet Pattern

This cotton dishcloth crochet pattern features a nice texture and color-tone that you’ll be proud to show off in your kitchen or dining room. It is very easy to adjust in size, thus making it easy to whip up a placemat, coaster or even a floor mat. Here is the dishcloth version of the baby…

Cross-Over Long DC Dishcloth ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Cross-Over Long DC Textured Dishcloth Pattern

Here is a quick to crochet, yet beautifully textured dishcloth pattern. The crocheted dishcloth has a lovely lacy texture that is sure to look great in any kitchen decor. Although a bit lacy, it’s fairly solid, making it a great for all your cleaning needs. You don’t need much yarn, making it great for busting…

Fashion Doll Summer Dress ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Fashion Doll Summer Dress

This summer doll dress has an open lace stitch at the waist. You can leave it as is, or line it with a fabric if you like.

Popcorn Lace 12" Afghan Square ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Lacy 12″ Popcorn Stitch Afghan Square

Crochet this stashbuster popcorn stitch afghan square in any colors to match your home decor or your favorite season. This 12″ crochet afghan square is perfect for decorating your home from the living room to the bedroom. It has a pretty flowery look that will go great in any summer or winter afghan, or in decorative…

Small Doily Bookmark ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Small Doily Bookmark Or Coaster

The bookmark is crocheted in a DK weight yarn, and the coaster is crocheted in a worsted weight. Crochet a bookmark or a cool coaster with this pattern. Both follow the same pattern, except the bookmark is crocheted in a slightly thinner material than the coaster. Also, the coaster is fastened off at round 3….

Ferris Flower Scrubby ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Simple Flower Scrubby Pattern

This simple flower scrubby pattern works up quick and easy so you can easily make a whole stack and keep them handy for when you need them. The finished scrubby measures 3.25 inches across the widest points. It can be crocheted in a solid color as shown or crochet the third round in a contrasting…

Slanted Puffs Cowl ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Slanted Puffs Cowl

It is shown in one size only, but can be increased to any size you want including a cozy and oversized cowl for the winter. And since it’s so easy to adjust to any size, you can basically use any yarn and hook size that you have on hand. Disclaimer: This Post Contains Affiliate Links….

A Bullion Stitch Bag for Children ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

A Bullion Stitch Bag for Children

Here is a cute child’s bag for small toys and trinkets. It might also make for a cute gift bag for small children’s books, or for the teacher. And, if you make the straps longer, you could also use this as a handy purse for your phone and keys. Just make sure to line it…

Picot Crochet Doily ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Picot Crochet Doily

Use this free crochet doily pattern to decorate your entire home from table tops to wall decor.