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How to Crochet a Bralette with 30 Easy Bralette Crochet Patterns

November 17, 2023 By stitch11 1 Comment

Bralettes are fantastic to wear during summer. Bralettes are easy to wear and much easier to crochet. If you haven’t crocheted any bralettes yet, this post is for you. Here’s how to make a crochet bralette.

How to Crochet a Beginner-Friendly Bralette

There are a few basic steps that go into crocheting a bralette, though exactly how it’s put together may vary from pattern to pattern.

Generally you will begin by stitching the base, or the band that goes under the breasts, which is typically worked flat. Then you would stitch the cups, usually one at a time. They can be stitched onto the band you’ve already crocheted so you don’t have to sew them on later.

Finally you would work the straps. Some patterns have you work the cups first and then add the band, but generally these are the three parts of any bralette crochet pattern you will need to work.

If you wanted to know more specifically how to make a crochet bralette without following one of the patterns below, you’d need to measure around your chest under your bust where the band will hit. The band is often worked sideways so you can wrap it around your body as you go until you have a snug fit.

Consult a pattern below for how to shape the cups, which you can also hold up to your body as you go to ensure good coverage.

Straps can be anything from crochet straps with the same stitch pattern as the band to long chains that tie around the neck or braid into the back of the bralette. Check out all the free patterns below to get inspired to design your own, or learn how to crochet a bralette by working on of these projects.

Can a Beginner Crochet a Bralette?

Of course! Anyone can crochet a bralette, even if they’re new to crocheting. Choose a pattern using basic crochet stitches (like sc, hdc, or dc) and you’ll be fine. You do need to pay attention to your gauge and proper measuring to ensure your bralette will fit, but the skills needed are not difficult.

We’ve collected crochet bralette patterns for all skill levels below. And if you have any problems understanding the patterns or having them turn out just the way you expect, check out our Crochet Fundamentals workshop for a quick grounding in the basics and beyond.

Supplies Needed to Crochet a Bralette

When you are getting ready to crochet a bralette, you first need to consider the yarn you want to use. Cotton yarn is a popular choice for bras because it is breathable and good for warm weather, but it can stretch and may not hold its shape through wear. Cotton yarn is not always soft, so it might not be comfortable against the skin.

Wool and acrylic yarns, as well as blends with either, are generally warmer but also will hold up to stretching better. There are both wool and acrylic options that are comfortable to wear against the skin, but check the care instructions if you need your tops to be machine washable.

The patterns below will give you guidance as to the best yarn to use to complete them.

You’ll also need a crochet hook in the size called for in the pattern or whatever you need to get the correct gauge. Because a bralette really needs to fit well, taking the time to check your gauge and to measure as you go is very important.

Speaking of measuring, a flexible tape measure will be needed both to measure your body and you bralette as you work. You’ll also need a yarn needle (aka tapestry needle) for sewing pieces together and weaving in ends, and scissors for trimming your excess yarn. If your bra cups are worked in the round, a stitch marker will be helpful for marking the end of the round.

Now that you have all the materials you need, it’s time to dive into these fun crochet bralette patterns! The patterns below are arranged by the weight of yarn used. If you’re looking for something light for summer, bulky for lounging at home in winter, or anything in between to add to your wardrobe, we’ve got you covered!

Crochet Bralette Patterns Using Sport Weight Yarn

Sport weight yarn is the perfect choice for bralettes you want to wear in the summer. These options are easy to stitch and perfectly customizable for your size.

Heatherette Bralette Pattern

Designer: Yarn Thrift
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Shine Sport

This pretty bralette uses single crochet for the cups and a pretty shell stitch for the band. The pattern includes detailed instructions as well as a video on how to make the cups any size you need to fit.

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Sun-Soaked Bandeau Style Top Pattern

Designer: Knits ‘n Knots
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Brava Sport

The puff stitch straps are the star of this pretty bandeau, which can be worn with the bow at the front or the back. It comes in nine sizes, but since it’s worked side to side it’s easy to adjust the fit as needed.

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DK Weight Bralette Patterns

Another great yarn option when the weather is warm is DK weight. These projects will work up a little faster thanks to the thicker yarn, but they’re still perfect to make and to wear on hot days.

Aphra Bralette Pattern

Designer: Luisa B, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK

This simple double crochet bralette has a dramatic sort of shell motif with chains connecting the cups for extra support. This is a great first bralette crochet project, but it looks really dramatic and fun.

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The Weekend Getaway Top Pattern

Designer: Jenny and Teddy
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Coboo

This beginner-friendly bralette is perfect to wear with a skirt. It mostly uses single crochet and double crochet stitches, and there’s a video tutorial if you need more help with this one.

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Goldstone Bralette Pattern

Designer: Knits ‘n Knots
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks CotLin

This pretty boho bralette would be perfect to wear to a festival or any outdoor occasion in the summer. The cups are worked in single crochet, while the band uses V stitches and shell stitches for a perfect summery look.

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Beginner Bralette Pattern

Designer: Jenny and Teddy
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Hayfield Bonus

If you’ve never crocheted a bralette before, this is a great first pattern to try. It’s super detailed and explains exactly what to measure and how to work it to fit you perfectly. There’s also a video tutorial.

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Mykonos Bralette Pattern

Designer: The Knotty Lace
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Cascade Fixation Splash

You can wear this bralette as a top on its own, or pair it with a bikini.This stripey top uses half double, double, and front and back post double crochet stitches for the cups, and alpine stitch for the band.

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Sahara Bralette Crochet Bikini Top Pattern

Designer: The Knotty Lace
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Cascade Fixation Splash

This bra top is made with swimwear friendly yarn so you can wear it as a bikini if you want. It uses half double crochet and shell stitch, and has a fun mesh pattern on the band and around the cups.

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The Sasha Bralette Pattern

Designer: Taylor Lynn
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Bernat Softee Cotton

This bralette is so comfortable to wear and easy to make. It’s worked from side to side mostly using single crochet in the back loop. It ties in the back to help make the fit more custom.

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Sarah Crop Top Pattern

Designer: Evelyn and Peter
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Patons Classic Wool DK Superwash

This bralette pattern includes the small size but describes how it is made so you can alter it to fit your body. It’s worked in single crochet and sc in the back loop for the band.

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Natalie’s Bralette Crochet Pattern

Designer: The Lavender Chair
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Patons Grace

The cups for this bralette are worked from the center out for ease in customization. Finish off with a band of single crochet or add a piece of purchase lace trim for a little more feminine fun.

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Candy Twist Crochet Bralette Pattern

Designer: The Knotty Lace
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Cascade Fixation Splash

The twist in this top is made in the same way you might twist a crocheted headband, so it’s a very easy technique. The top uses hdc and shell stitches, and the straps are optional. There’s also a matching bottom if you want to make a set.

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Belle Bralette Easy Crochet Pattern

Designer: Cosy Rosie
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK

This design was made using standard bra sizes so you can choose your own size and bra cup size to get the perfect fit. A bit of lace at the bottom gives it a flirty look and feel.

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Sierra Crop Bralette Pattern

Designer: Tiny Couch Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks CotLin

This simple striped crop top is perfect for summer, and it’s easy to make in half double crochet and hdc worked in the back loop. Stitched from side to side, it’s also easy to alter to fit your needs.

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Crochet Bralette Patterns Using Worsted Weight Yarn

Worsted weight yarn is probably the most popular weight of yarn to crochet with, and with good reason. It’s easy to work with, projects work up quickly, and projects made with it are comfortable to wear throughout the year. These crochet bralette patterns use lots of fun techniques to make cute and comfy tops.

Basic Bralette Tutorial Pattern

Designer: Morale Fiber Blog
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand LB Collection Mako Cotton

This pattern is a great one for beginners and it’s easy to adjust to your size because the cups are worked from the center out – just keep increasing until they cover what you need covered! The tutorial has a lot of information about measuring your gauge and adjusting the pattern to fit.

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Meadow Tie Top Crochet Bralette Pattern

Designer: Taylor Lynn
Yarn weight: Cotton
Suggested yarn: Comfy Cotton

This sweet top is worked from the bottom up in half double crochet (as well as hdc in the front and back loop only). The little tie at the bottom and the button closures add to the cuteness.

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Summer Vibes Bikini Top Pattern

Designer: Jenny and Teddy
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton

This fun pattern is suitable for beginners and you can make it in an afternoon. It uses simple stitches with shells around the edges and a mesh band. There’s a video tutorial included if you need more help than the pattern provides.

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Crochet Bando Top Pattern

Designer: Taylor Lynn
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream

This quick and easy bralette crochet pattern using single crochet with a picot edging around the cups and bottom, with chain stitch ties. You can stitch this up in an afternoon to wear to your next concert or to the beach.

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Lilac Beach Bralette Crochet Pattern

Designer: Crochet with Kim
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton

While many bralettes can be customized to suit any size, there aren’t a lot of crochet bralette patterns out there that were designed with plus-size stitches in mind. This pattern is worked in single, half double, and double crochet and gives lots of tips for custom sizing.

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Curvy Bralette Pattern

Designer: Morale Fiber
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand LB Collection Mako Cotton

This is a variation on the Basic Bralette pattern linked above, with sizing for curvier women in mind. It has a wide band at the bottom and chain stitching connecting the cups at the top foe extra support.

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Easy Summer Bralette Crochet Pattern

Designer: Yarn Thrift
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Loops & Threads Creme Cotton

This design is made to size as you stitch it, so you can use any yarn you have handy and whatever gauge you like to make it. The pattern uses basic stitches and a tighter gauge than usually called for to give extra support to the piece.

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Fly Away Bralette Pattern

Designer: OTH Crochet Nook
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Color Mist

This free bralette pattern adds a fun twist with the addition of off-the-shoulder straps. You can also add straps to go over the shoulders or around the neck if you need more support. The pattern includes a video tutorial on how to make the cups.

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Pretty Picot Bralette Pattern

Designer: Carroway Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

This bralette is easy to make in single and double crochet. You can make the bodice band edging as long as you like to turn this into a full-length top, or leave it off for a simple bra shape.

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Ivory Lace Bralette Pattern

Designer: Carroway Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft

This bralette pattern is excellent if you want something to wear to a music festival or the beach. The cups are worked in double crochet and the bodice band is made with shell stitches and can be as long as you like. The pattern includes video tutorials for right- and left-handed stitchers.

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Earth Mother Bralette Crop Top Pattern

Designer: Carroway Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Stripes

Get a boho look that’s perfect for festivals, concerts, and days at the lake with this pretty bralette top pattern. The mesh stitches give it a fun look and keep it cool for hot summer days.

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Mermaid Tail Bralette Pattern

Designer: The Knotted Nail
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

This pretty pattern uses half double crochet and a fun variation to make the colorful band. This bralette ties in the back with laces worked into the band for extra security.

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The Rainbow Bralette Pattern

Designer: Carroway Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

Grab your stash of rainbow-colored yarn to make this bralette that’s perfect for festivals or Pride events. It’s simple to stitch and you can add fringe at the bottom for even more boho charm.

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Sunday Morning Bralette Pattern

Designer: Noele Belle Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream

This pattern is sized from XS to 5XL and includes information on further customizing it if you need it. The photo tutorial will help you with the assembly of this pattern, which is mostly worked in single crochet.

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Free Crochet Bralette Patterns Using Bulky Yarn

Did you know you can make bralettes with bulky yarn, too? These cozy tops are perfect for lounging at home when it’s cool outside.

The Velvet Bra Crochet Pattern

Designer: Beanies & Weenies
Yarn weight: (5) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Bernat Velvet

This cozy velvet bra is great for lounging or wearing to festivals. For most sizes it will not use the whole ball so you can make a matching headband or scrunchie to complete the look.

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Sarah Bralette Pattern

Designer: OTH Crochet Nook
Yarn weight: Bulky
Suggested yarn: Bernat Home Dec

The yarn used for this bralette is a T-shirt yarn, so it’s comfortable but also stretchy. The designer suggests adding two straps on each side for larger sizes to combat the stretch. This pattern is quick and easy to make and still pretty cool despite the weight of the yarn.

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Looking for More Patterns to Finish in a Flash?

One of the great things about crocheting bralettes is that they are generally pretty quick projects you can finish in a day or two.

If you’re looking for more speedy projects, check out our Done in a Day Pattern Bundle. This collection includes 90 projects you can make in just a few hours, including blankets, hats, bags, and more!

50 Free and Easy Crochet Dishcloth Patterns

January 13, 2023 By stitch11 1 Comment

Crochet cotton dishcloths are a great alternative to using paper towels and sponges for cleaning up spills or washing dishes. And if you are looking for a quick crochet project that is also practical, these crochet dishcloth patterns might be just what you need!

Frequently Asked Questions about Crochet Dishcloths

If you aren’t yet sure if crocheted dishcloths and washcloths are for you, let us answer some questions to help convince you.

Why Crochet a Dishcloth?

Crochet dishcloths are one of the most practical projects you can make. What’s more, they are fun, quick, and easy. They’re the perfect project for beginners and experienced crocheters alike.

Here are a few reasons to add making crochet dishcloths to your stitching repertoire:

Crochet dishcloths are a great way to practice crochet stitches. Since they are typically small squares, they can be a perfect training ground for you to learn new stitches.

Crochet dishcloths are perfect gifts. They are both practical and beautiful, and everyone needs dish cloths. Pair them with a nice bottle of hand soap or dish soap and a candle for a perfect quick gift.

Crochet dishcloths are quick to make. You can create a bunch in a day, which is great if you want a quick project or need to mass-produce items for a sale.

Crochet dishcloths are effective for cleaning. When you use the right yarn, crochet dishcloths are packed absorbent, and strong, and they wear well even with machine washing.

Speaking of playing with stitches, if you want to try some different stitches on your crocheted washcloths beyond the options here, our Ultimate Crochet Stitch Library has 45 stitch options for you to try on washcloths or anything else you like.

Can Beginners Crochet Dishcloths?

Yes, beginners can crochet dishcloths. Just because you are new to crocheting doesn’t mean you can’t make any of the fun and cute dishcloths shared here. These crochet dishcloth patterns are great for beginner crocheters who want to try new skills or get more comfortable with different techniques.

Are Crochet Dishcloths Hard to Make?

Generally, no, crochet dishcloths aren’t hard to crochet. Depending on the pattern, crochet dishcloths are easy to make. In fact, most dishcloth patterns are suitable for beginners.

How Do You Make a Crochet Dishcloth?

Dishcloths can be made with virtually any crochet stitch worked to a square or rectangular shape. If you’re designing your own dishcloth, be aware that some stitch patterns require a particular number of chains to make the repeat work, which will constrain slightly the sizes you can make.

How Long Does Crocheting a Dishcloth Take?

A simple dishcloth can take as little as 30 minutes to crochet, while more complex ones might take a couple of hours. The time it takes you to crochet a dishcloth will depend on the size of the cloth and the yarn used, the complexity of the stitches, and your skill at crochet.

Do Crochet Dishcloths Work Well?

Yes, they work very well. Dishcloths are an essential tool for any kitchen, and a crocheted dishcloth is the best option out there. Dishcloths made from crochet make cleaning a breeze and are a reusable and absorbent alternative to paper towels.

What Is the Standard Size for a Dishcloth?

A regular-sized dishcloth measures about 8 inches square but don’t feel like you should be bound by this size. You can make your crochet dishcloth in whatever size suits you best. The beauty of making your own is you can customize it for your needs as well.

Are There Any Tips to Consider When Making Crochet Dishcloths?

Crochet dishcloths are simple projects to make, but here are a few tips to make them even better:

Use yarn made of cotton. Cotton is absorbent and can hold up well through many washes.

Use a textured crochet stitch. By using a textured stitch on your dishcloth it’ll be easier to scrub with to effectively clean the dishes or other messes.

What Stitches are Best for Making Crochet Dishcloths?

Crochet dishcloths can be made from any crochet stitch, and they often use a single stitch repeated throughout the cloth, which makes them even easier.

If you’re new to crochet, making dishcloths and washcloths is a great way to practice basic stitches like single crochet and double crochet.

Adding a little scrubbing texture with a simple stitch like moss stitch is also a great idea.

But of course, you can use any stitch you want to mix and match what works best for you, and if you want to learn more and expand your crochet stitch knowledge check out our Ultimate Crochet Stitch Library to help you in choosing the best stitch for your project.

Materials and Supplies You Need to Make Crochet Dishcloths

Best Yarn for Crochet Dishcloths

As mentioned earlier, cotton yarns and blends that are mostly cotton are a great choice for durability and absorption. Most crochet dishcloth patterns use either (3) DK or (4) worsted weight yarn.

To help you out here is a list of some of our favorite yarns for crochet dishcloths:

(3) DK

Knit Picks CotLin

Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK

Lion Brand LB Collection Cotton Jeans

(4) Worsted

Knit Picks Dishie

Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton

I Love This Cotton

Most crochet dishcloth patterns require less than one skein, making them perfect projects to use up any extra cotton yarn you have lying around.

Crochet Hook

The size of crochet hook you will need will be indicated in the pattern you want to stitch. If you’re not working from a pattern, choose a hook size suggested on the label of the yarn you want to use.

In general, if working with a (3) DK weight yarn you will want a hook in the 3.5mm to 5mm range, while you will choose one from 4mm to 6mm for working with (4) worsted weight yarns.

We recommend having a good set of crochet hooks on hand such as the Clover Amour Crochet Hook Set so that you always have whatever size you need on hand.

Other Notions and Supplies

It’s always a good idea to have a small pair of scissors handy for cutting yarn ends, as well as a tapestry needle to weave in ends when your project is done.

If you need a little help keeping the sides of your project straight, marking the last stitch of each row with a stitch marker is a great idea. If your project has a repeat that last several rows, you might also want to invest in a row counter to help you keep track.

Free Crochet Dishcloth Patterns for Beginners

Each of these easy crochet dishcloth patterns is a great one for a new crocheter. They are all squares or rectangles made using basic stitches you’ll use over and over again in your stitching career.

Easy Dishcloth

Designer: Bernat Design Studio
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Bernat Handicrafter

Practice your skills and yarn tension with a useful household companion, perfect for any beginner. It’s worked with single crochets and chain stitches.

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Modern Stripe Dishcloth

Designer: Melissa Fisher
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie

Elevate your kitchen with a modern classic in this striped dishcloth. The pattern combines classic ribbing and easy stripes to add a cool and modern look to your kitchen decor.

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Winter Waffle Dishcloth

Designer: Avriel Jackson, via Crochet.com
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie

Add great scrubbing power to your dishcloth using a mixture of the double crochet stitch and the front post double crochet stitch, aka waffle stitch. This washcloth is perfect as a quick gift for your friends.

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Waffle Stitch Dishcloth

Designer: Stitchcraft & Wizardry, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks CotLin

Here’s another version of the waffle stitch dishcloth, which has a wonderfully rough texture that can give that extra help when scrubbing through a tough surface. Alter the size by adding or removing chains at the beginning to have a dishcloth that is fit for your cleaning needs.

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Seeing Squares Dishcloth

Designer: Petals to Picots
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie

Here’s a great way to practice a magic circle start and increase stitches regularly to make a flat square from the center out. It uses single crochet stitches so it’s still easy to stitch.

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Ava Crochet Dishcloth

Designer: The Loopy Lamb
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie

Classy and simple, you can whip up this functional dishcloth project within the day. If you are a beginner this pattern is perfect because it includes a step-by-step video tutorial to help you out.

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Dishcloth Washcloth

Designer: Andrea Leek, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks CotLin

Straightforward and useful, this simple dishcloth pattern is perfect for beginners to make. Whether you make it in a solid color or multi-color yarn the unique textured pattern will pop out. Note the pattern uses UK terms.

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Granny’s Rainbow Dishcloth

Designer: Beth Major
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks CotLin

If you are looking for a simple and quick crochet dishcloth then the granny’s rainbow dishcloth is for you. This is a great way to learn how to make granny squares! Whether you use a solid color or go with a fun rainbow color, you’ll have an entire set in less than two hours.

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Colorful Solid Granny Square Crochet Dishcloth

Colorful Solid Granny Square Dishcloth

Designer: Dabbles and Babbles
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Bernat Handicrafter

This pretty, basic granny square uses double crochet stitches but makes a more solid cloth than a traditional granny square. It works up quickly and is great to give as a gift to teachers or as a thank-you gift.

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C2C Color Fade Dishcloth

Designer: Sarah Naiarlez, via Crochet.com
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Shine Sport

C2C or corner-to-corner is a favorite for crocheters wanting to make colorwork designs in a grid form. But working directly with those projects can be a little difficult for beginners. This dishcloth is a great way to learn the technique without having to focus on a complex pattern.

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Scalloped Edge Dishcloth

Designer: Codi Hudnall, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Make yourself a crochet dishcloth with just the basic stitches, including chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet stitch, and double crochet stitch. Better yet the pattern includes a step-by-step video tutorial to give you a guided experience in making the scalloped edge dishcloth.

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Orange Berry Dishcloth

Designer: A More Crafty Life
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

This berry stitch dishcloth crochet pattern is a great project to try for beginners. It’s really attractive with the edging worked in a contrasting color if you have a little leftover yarn from another project, or you can stitch it all in one color.

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Quick & Cute Dishcloth

Designer: Ambar Crochet, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Easy and beginner friendly, this beautiful dishcloth works up super quickly and looks great in your kitchen. Simple yet functional, it’s also a fun introduction to bobbles on the edges, while the rest of the cloth is single crochet.

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Crochet Dishcloth Patterns for Intermediate Crocheters

These fun crochet dishcloth patterns use slightly more complicated stitch patterns or techniques that might not be best for absolute beginners but are fun for those with a few projects under their belts.

Dishcloth in (Less Than) a Day

Designer: Red Mitten Designs
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Bernat Handicrafter

If you are looking for a quick crochet project, then this dishcloth is for you. As the name suggests you can work on this design in less than a day, actually in about an hour or so.

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Crochet Log Cabin Dishcloth

Designer: Tian Connaughton
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks CotLin

Use up your scrap yarn with this fun crochet log cabin dishcloth. Each dishcloth can have a unique colorway when you mix and match the yarn colors you have.

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Crochet Celtic Weave Dishcloth

Designer: Tian Connaughton
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie Multi

Learn how to crochet a woven look with this cheerful project. The end result of the crochet Celtic weave dishcloth is a beautiful and sturdy dishcloth that will last through many washes.

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Hipacious Houndstooth Dishcloth

Designer: Jennifer Pionk
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie

Put a hip spin on your crochet dishcloth with the classy houndstooth crochet stitch washcloth. This project shows you that you can do a classic design in different colors and still have it come out looking great.

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The Jerrica Dishcloth

Designer: Jenny Konopinski
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Shine Sport

Add an embroidered touch to your simple dishcloths with the Jerrica Dishcloth. It is a fun and quick project that can hold a punch of absorbent cleaning power.

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Wavy Chevron Crochet Dishcloth

Designer: Jenny Konopinski
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie

The Wavy Chevron crochet dishcloth is a classic pattern that is worked up quickly and is easy to memorize. Learning the chevron stitch also builds up the skills of any beginner crocheter in using the double crochet stitch, increases, and decreases.

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Cobble Stitch Dishcloth

Designer: Crafting Happiness
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Pima Cotton

The bumpy, unique texture of the cobble stitch is perfect for making dishcloths. Learn a new crochet stitch and create a useful kitchen tool with beginner-friendly Cobble Stitch Dishcloth pattern!

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Mosaic Dishcloth

Designer: Yarnspirations
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Make a graphically appealing crochet cloth with this Mosaic Dishcloth. Hone your skills in using multiple crochet yarn colors and carrying them across the project.

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Creamsicle Dishcloth

Designer: Sarah Naiarlez, via Crochet.com
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Kn i t Picks Dishie

Textured stitches are always the best option for dishcloths because of their scrubbing power. Use the crochet puff stitch to give your dishcloths a checkerboard look and create a uniquely visually appealing look!

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Sailor's Knot Dishcloth

Designer: Yarnspirations
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Add a nautical flair to your kitchen décor with this classic sailor knot-inspired dishcloth. It may seem complicated but it is actually really easy to do!

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Glorious Gingham Dishcloth

Designer: Crochet 365 Knit Too
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Beautiful and easy to do! Learn how to use multiple yarn colors in your work with the Glorious Gingham Dishcloth and take your dishwashing to a whole new level.

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Simply Square Log Cabin Crochet Dishcloth

Simply Square Log Cabin Dishcloth

Designer: Neatly Tangled, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

If you want to use up some of your odd scraps of yarn, this log cabin dishcloth is the perfect project for you! This pattern creates a mesh-like, flexible, and light cloth that is perfect for washing dishes.

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The Gingham Crochet Dishcloth beside a coffee and a flower base

Gingham Dishcloth

Designer: Yarnspirations
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

The gingham pattern is always a popular choice and having this design for your crochet dishcloth is a great way to add some warmth and a country kitchen feels to your home. Choose harmonious colors to go with your kitchen decor for a unique look.

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Full Bloom Dishcloth

Designer: Premier Yarns Design Team
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Premier Yarns Premier Home Cotton

Pretty and powerful, the full-bloom dishcloth pattern will add that personal touch to your kitchen chores. It is so pretty that you might not even use it as a dishcloth and have it as decoration for your home instead.

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Connect the Dots Dishcloth

Designer: Fiber Flux
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Pima Cotton

Have fun playing around and create unique looks with this classic granny square topped with fun colorful polka dots. Super easy to make and a great way for you to practice your sewing skills.

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C2C Lemon Peel Dishcloth

Designer: Loops and Love Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie

Classic stripes combined with a fun crochet stitch, the C2C lemon peel dishcloth is fun to do and a great way to learn the corner-to-corner technique. Watch the step-by-step video tutorial and ace the C2C stitch!

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Sweet Heart Dishcloth

Designer: Krissy’s Over the Mountain Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Add a sweet touch of small crochet hearts to your kitchen with this cute and functional dishcloth pattern. The sweet heart dishcloth is fun to give as a gift and a great decoration item as well.

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Tropical Punch Dishcloth

Designer: Fiber Flux
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

The Tropical Punch Crochet Dishcloth is a bright, fun, and perfect accessory for a summertime-themed kitchen. It’s a fun, easy, and quick crochet project too!

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Tulip Stitch Dishcloth

Designer: Handmade by Raine
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Did you ever think that making the tulip stitch would be this easy? Learn how to crochet with three different colors and create this spring-themed tulip stitch dishcloth pattern!

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Shaped Dishcloth Crochet Patterns

Of course, dishcloths don’t have to be square, so here we’ve collected some circular crochet dishcloth patterns and washcloths of different shapes to add a little fun to your chores.

The Sun’s Out! Dishcloth

Designer: Jennifer Pionk
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie Multi

Bring some sunshine to your kitchen with this sunny dishcloth! Learn how to create a decorative crochet border in order to create the sun ray look.

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Orbital Crochet Dishcloth

Designer: Stacey Winklepleck
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie

If you are looking for a classic-looking dishcloth for your kitchen, then this pretty circular dishcloth is what you are looking for. Whether you choose just one color or switch it up and go for a striped look this dishcloth will make a great gift.

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Sunburst Rounds Dishcloth

Designer: Willow Design, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Great as dishcloths, potholders, coasters, or even decorations, the sunburst round dishcloth can bring a bright ray of sunshine into your kitchen. The pattern is perfect for those looking for a bit of a challenge as it uses the magic ring, front post stitches, and crab stitch.

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Flower Power Dishcloth

Designer: Whiskers & Wool
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Add a pretty and nostalgic touch to your kitchen with the flower power dishcloth! The finished size is about 9 inches across so it has lots of cleaning power.

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Tunisian Shaker Dishcloth

Designer: Staci Perry, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy

This fun circular dishcloth is a great way to learn Tunisian crochet, and you don’t even need a special hook to do it! You can make these round washcloths in a solid color or add fun stripes to suit your decor.

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Back-to-School Dishcloth

Designer: Adriana R Baiocco, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Coboo

Add some personality to your kitchen with these crochet apple slices. The back-to-school dishcloth is a great way to practice your skills in using multiple colors of yarn and stitching all the pieces together.

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Light Heart Dishcloth

Designer: Naztazia
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

Hearts are always a favorite shape, and this heart is just the right size for dishcloths and coasters. Follow along with the step-by-step video tutorial for the dishcloth and you’ll find yourself with a kitchen full of hearts. While the pattern calls for acrylic yarn you can also use cotton to make it more useful as a dishcloth.

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Scrubbing in the Round Crochet Dishcloth

Scrubbing in the Round Dishcloth

Designer: Yarnspirations
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream Scrub Off

Have fun making this handy little helper with a uniquely scrubby yarn. The scrubbing in the round dishcloth uses front post stitches and popcorn stitch to give this dishcloth extra scrubbing power.

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Pumpkin Dishcloth

Designer: Krissy’s Over the Mountain Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Pima Cotton

How fun would it be to suds up this pumpkin dishcloth? Bring some whimsy to your kitchen chores and have fun washing the dishes clean.

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Wiggle It Crochet Trivet and Dishcloth Set

Designer: Moogly
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Create a uniquely textured dishcloth that can pack a punch with your cleaning. The wiggly design is a great way to use up leftovers, and if you make it bigger you can even make a plush rug in the exact same way.

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Chrysanthemum Dishcloth

Designer: Yarnspirations
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Bernat Handicrafter

Add this lovely chrysanthemum dishcloth to your kitchen décor! You can make it in a solid color or with any colorway you want.

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8-Point Round Dishcloth

Designer: Amelia Beebe, via Crochetville
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie

The star shape is a great basic shape to learn in crochet that you can use in different ways like holiday ornaments, garlands, or just fun dishcloths!

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Spring Flower Dishcloth

Designer: Lily Sugar'n Cream, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

This dishcloth has a beautiful embroidered look and is shown in two fabulous color combinations, though you can use whatever colors you like. You can make it for yourself or as a gift.

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Pencil Dishcloth

Designer: Lily Sugar'n Cream, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Who says dishcloths should be just a regular shape? This fun and quirky pencil dishcloth is the perfect gift for the teacher in your life!

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Pineapple Dishcloth Crochet Pattern

Designer: Lily Sugar'n Cream
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar‘n Cream

Bring tropical vibes to your kitchen with this pineapple dishcloth pattern! Fun shapes may seem difficult for beginners, but this pattern isn’t too difficult and is a lot of fun to make.

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Strawberry Basket Tunisian Crochet Dishcloth

Strawberry Basket Tunisian Dishcloth

Designer: Moogly
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream

If you are looking for a dishcloth pattern that is slightly bigger than most, the Strawberry Basket Tunisian Dishcloth is the pattern for you. Elevate your crochet skills and learn how to do Tunisian Crochet with this fun textured dishcloth.

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Starburst Daisy Dishcloth

Designer: Lullaby Lodge
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Pima Cotton

This pretty floral dishcloth is sure to brighten your days and make doing chores a little more fun. This one would be a great gift with some nice soap and a candle.

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Star Dishcloth

Designer: CrochetDreamz
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks CotLin

Make the star dishcloth pattern in DK weight or worsted weight, either way, you’ll have a cute star-shaped dishcloth. It uses front post stitches to add texture for great scrubbing power.

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Want to Learn More about What to Make with Crochet Rectangles?

Our Crochet Anything with Rectangles workshop shows you how versatile rectangles can be. Turn rectangles into everything from bags to garments. If you can crochet a dishcloth, you can crochet a sweater, blanket, shrug, tote, slippers, hat ….and so much more!

Are You a Beginner Who Needs More Help with the Basics?

Our Crochet Fundamentals workshop is a great way to learn the basics and boost your crochet confidence. This collection of quick-to-watch and implement videos covers all the basic stitches, techniques you need to know, and skill-building projects so you can tackle any project you want to make with ease.

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35+ Free Crochet Dishcloth Patterns

30 Must-Try Unique Crochet Stitches for All Crocheters

January 5, 2023 By stitch11 Leave a Comment

Once you’ve learned the basics of crochet, you might be itching to try some creative and unique crochet stitches to give your project an interesting look.

You’re in luck because we’ve collected 30 stitches in this unique crochet stitch guide. You’ll want to use them on all sorts of projects, from blankets to sweaters and beyond. Let’s get started!

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How to Use Unique Crochet Stitches

One of the great things about crochet is that you can use just about any stitch for any kind of project.

The characteristics of the stitch might help you determine projects it would be better to use it for. Stitches that are more open might be better for summer projects, for example, while denser, more textured stitches are great for hats, sweaters, and other cold-weather garments.

You can work up swatches of a lot of these interesting crochet stitches and make a colorful and funky afghan for your home, or use them for pillows, washcloths, scarves, or any other project you want to try.

The worst thing that can happen is that you don’t like the stitch for the purpose you wanted to use it, but you can always rip it out and try again. So don’t be afraid to try new stitches!

A Solid Foundation for New Crochet Stitches

Before we get into the stitches, if you need a better foundation of skills before you start trying these decorative crochet stitches, my Crochet Fundamentals workshop teaches you all the basics you need to know about crocheting.

It’s a good idea, before diving into these unique crochet stitches, to have a firm grounding in the most common crochet stitches like single, double, and triple crochet, as well as some of the decorative stitches like puffs, bobbles, and waffle stitch.

If you need a refresher, check out this post on the 12 most common crochet stitches. It includes patterns to practice if you haven’t tried them yet.

As you begin to learn new stitches, it’s a great idea to keep track of what you’ve learned in some way. Whether you keep digital or paper notes, a Pinterest board with links to stitches, or photos of your swatches along with a copy of the pattern, keeping a record of the stitches you’ve tried and liked will help you when you’re trying to pick a stitch for a new project.

Materials for Practicing Decorative Crochet Stitches

In this blog post, we will be learning how to crochet decorative and unique crochet stitches so you don’t need a lot of materials. All you need is some yarn and a crochet hook that works for that weight of yarn.

Worsted or medium weight yarn with a size 5.5-6.5mm hook is ideal for practicing new stitches. This weight of yarn isn’t too thick or too thin.

Choose a smooth, light-colored yarn so it’s easy to see the stitches. Any fiber you like is fine, but this is a great time to use whatever’s in your stash to practice with.

You’ll also need a pair of scissors for trimming your yarn when you’re done practicing (assuming you want to keep your swatches) and a yarn needle for weaving in ends if desired.

If you are ready to learn new crochet stitches, here are 30 decorative crochet stitches you’ll be excited to try. Happy crocheting!

Textured Crochet Stitches

There are so many wonderful textured crochet stitches out there. These patterns combine basic stitches and chains or work several stitches into the same stitch to make a unique texture.

None of them are that difficult but you may want to practice with a swatch before taking on a full project with each stitch. Remember, swatches can make great washcloths if you stitch them in cotton yarn!

Irish Stitch Crochet

Designer: Crochetpedia
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona

The Irish crochet stitch uses double crochet stitches and chains to make the pretty fan shape. Once you have the pattern established, you’re repeating the same row over and over. It looks really pretty in different colors as shown, or try it in a solid color if you’d rather!

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Crochet Shell Stitch

Designer: My Picot Crochet Patterns
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering

This shell stitch design has a fun twist: long loop stitches that come together in a way that looks sort of like a crown. This dramatic pattern would make a pretty throw or a unique baby blanket pattern. It’s perfect for those who like intricate stitches for their crochet projects. I teach the shell stitch as part of my crochet stitch library video class collection. Watch the tutorials here.

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Astro Crochet Stitch

Designer: My Picot Crochet Patterns
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering

This shell stitch design has a fun twist: long loop stitches that come together in a way that looks sort of like a crown. This dramatic pattern would make a pretty throw or a baby blanket. It’s perfect for those who like intricate stitches for their crochet projects.

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Easy Puff Stitch Crochet

Designer: Crochetpedia
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Universal Yarns Uptown Worsted

This easy puff stitches uses double crochet and puff stitches to make a fabric that’s both textured and open. It would be a great stitch to use for a shawl or scarf.

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Arcade Stitch

Designer: The Loophole Fox
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Ewe Ewe Wooly Worsted

The crochet arcade stitch is made up of arches or fans. It is an offset pattern which means the arches do not stack on top of each other. The design creates a V shape under the arches, which adds a fun graphic element to your projects.

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Primrose Stitch

Designer: Dabbles and Babbles
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Ewe Ewe Heather's Heathers

The Primrose crochet stitch is a two-row repeat stitch pattern that you can easily memorize. The first rows form the bottom part of the shell while the second one is the fan part. It’s the perfect stitch to use for blankets, washcloths, or dishcloths. I teach the primrose stitch as part of my crochet stitch library video class collection. Watch the tutorials here.

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Floret Stitch

Designer: The Unraveled Mitten
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Premier Yarns Premier Anti-Pilling Everyday Worsted

This textured crochet pattern is made up of a double crochet row followed by a row of alternating slip stitches and double crochets. The second row gives this pattern its lovely texture. This is a great go-to stitch for hats, mitts, and other cold-weather gear, among other things.

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Feather Stitch

Designer: Annie Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Hayfield B onus

This crochet stitch is mainly made up of double crochet stitches and eyelets that will remind you of a bird’s feather. It also can be worked in two or more colors, which makes it great for a stash-busting blanket, scarf, or another project.

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Rice Stitch Crochet

Designer: Heart Hook Home
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie

The rice stitch is a crochet pattern that uses a combination of front post and back post stitches. It makes a pretty thick fabric, so it’s a bit of a yarn eater, so make sure you have plenty of yarn! The results are stunning, so if you don’t mind using lots of yarn, this is a great stitch to use for washcloths because it’s so thick.

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Suzette Stitch

Designer: Make & Do Crew
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton yarn

Suzette Stitch is a fun way to step up from basic stitch patterns, but the repeat is so easy once you get the hang of it you won’t have to consult the instructions. It involves working single crochet and double crochet stitches into the same stitch, which gives you lots of easy texture. I teach the suzette stitch as part of my crochet stitch library video class collection. Watch the tutorials here.

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Wicker Stitch

Designer: Rich Textures Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Jeans

Wicker stitch is another pretty option for warm-weather projects. It’s worked with v stitches and front post double crochet. It’s a little heavier than the open look suggests, but would be great for a summer cardigan or a market bag!

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Herringbone Stitch Crochet

Designer: Tiny Couch Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Comfy Cotton Blend

This stitch looks clean, and fresh, and looks like it could even be a knitting stitch but it’s all crochet! Herringbone gives a unique and modern look to any project. It’s a great stitch for scarves and other projects if you want to have close stitches for extra warmth.

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Even Moss Stitch

Designer: Meghan Makes Do
Yarn weight: (5) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick

This wonderful stitch is perfect for making scarves. It is also easy to do as it is only a combination of slip stitches and half double crochet. Worked in bulky yarn it’s super squishy and would also be great for hats, blankets, and more to keep you warm and cozy. I teach the even moss stitch as part of my crochet stitch library video class collection. Watch the tutorials here.

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Purl Slip Stitch

Designer: Mama in a Stitch
Yarn weight: (6) Super bulky
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Hue + Me

This gorgeous stitch is fun to make and looks like the purl stitch in knitting. You can use this stitch in scarves, blankets, and even kitchen items like hot pads or washcloths.

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Puff Stitch Crochet Patterns

Puff stitches are interesting to crochet. They come in different sizes and forms but all make fun little puffy shapes. Puff stitches are usually made with groups of half double crochet, but can be worked in other stitches as well.

These puff stitches can be stacked, braided, zigzagged, and more. If you want to learn how to be creative with your puff stitches, here are some fun patterns to try.

Puff Shell Crochet Stitch

Designer: Crochet Beja
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton

Level up your shell stitch by creating this puffy version! This crochet shell stitch pattern creates a more 3D look than the traditional shell stitch. It's a unique crochet stitch pattern to add to projects like pillow covers, blankets, and many others.

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Crochet Zigzag Puff Stitch

Designer: Olyat Cozy Crochet
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: LB Collection Cotton Bamboo Linen Yarn

This is a simple stitch that results in a fabulous 3D look on both sides. This woven look stitch is suitable to use for crocheting hats, sweaters, bedspreads, rugs, crochet blankets, and lots of other projects.

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Jasmine Stitch

Designer: Desert Blossom Crafts
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Shine Worsted

Jasmine stitch is a stitch that connects multiple puff stitches that creates a flower or star shape. It takes two rows of puff stitches to create the final shape. It has lots of texture and would be great for pillows or other home decor projects.

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Puff Bobble Crochet Stitch

Designer: Dream a Little Bigger
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks High Desert

This stitch is great to use for making bags, hats, or blankets. The puffy bobble stitch stands out beautifully and is so fun to use in different colors as shown.

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Pretty Pebbles Stitch

Designer: Oombawka Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Color Theory

This pattern is a more subtle type of puff stitch that forms a small puff. It’s the ideal crochet stitch to use for blankets or washcloths.

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Modern Crochet Stitches

These fun stitch patterns might not necessarily be new, but they will give a modern look to your crochet projects by adding interesting colors and textures to your designs. Find a free crochet pattern here to suit your style and inspire your next project.

Extreme Drop Leaf Stitch

Designer: Nana’s Crafty Home
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Muse Hand Painted Aran

This stitch is so beautiful and unique! And the best thing about this stitch is the stitches actually look like maple leaves. It’s the perfect stitch for autumn-themed crochet projects.

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Block Stitch

Designer: Mama in a Stitch
Yarn weight: (3) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart With Love

While you can work this pattern in a single color, using two really makes the blocks pop.

You can use this beautiful crochet stitch for so many things including blankets, washcloths, scarves, and more. I teach the block stitch as part of my crochet stitch library video class collection. Watch the tutorials here.

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Side Saddle Stitch

Designer: Make & Do Crew
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Truboo

This crochet stitch is made of single crochet stitches, double crochets, and chains. It has a beautiful, geometric pattern when viewed straight on, but it has a really cool and different texture when viewed from the side.

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Even Berry Stitch

Designer: Hopeful Honey
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: LB Collection Cotton Bamboo Linen

The Even Berry stitch has a quirky and unique texture. The berry stitch is easy for beginners and those with more experienced stitches. It’s a great crochet stitch to use for washcloths or dishcloths. I teach the even berry stitch as part of my crochet stitch library video class collection. Watch the tutorials here.

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Larksfoot Stitch

Designer: Oombawka Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart With Love

This crochet pattern resembles its name, a lark’s foot. It’s mostly worked with single and double crochet stitches, with a double crochet stitch worked two rows below to make the foot part. I teach the larksfoot stitch as part of my crochet stitch library video class collection. Watch the tutorials here.

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Cable Stitch Crochet

Designer: Look at What I Made
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream

This cable stitch is made by working some stitches over other stitches so that the stitches appear crossed. As you can see above, this pattern looks great in a solid color or in stripes, and it’s a great introduction to crochet cables.

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Honeycomb Trellis Stitch

Designer: Daisy Cottage Designs
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton

The beautiful honeycomb trellis stitch is a good crochet stitch for making shawls or summer tops you’ll wear over your swimsuit or a tank top. It’s mostly made with chains and single crochet stitches, so this is a great one for beginners to try. The post includes a video tutorial if you need extra help.

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Wattle Crochet Stitch

Designer: Many Evenings
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Patons Classic Wool Worsted

The wattle stitch is easy to learn and memorize. And if you know your basic crochet stitches like the chain, single crochet, and double crochet stitches, then you can definitely create the wattle stitch easily! I teach the wattle stitch as part of my crochet stitch library video class collection. Watch the tutorials here.

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Cobble Stitch

Designer: Many Evenings
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Patons Classic Wool Worsted

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Almond Ridges Stitch

Designer: Bella Coco
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Muse Hand Painted Aran

The almond stitch uses a four-row repeat to build up a beautifully ornate pattern that’s much simpler to crochet than it looks! It uses half double crochet (or half treble in UK terms) so it’s really easy to stitch and so effective in a headband!

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Spider Lace Crochet Stitch

Designer: Joy of Motion Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Swish Worsted

This lacy pattern creates a wonderful design on both sides and uses only basic stitches. The spider lace stitch is perfect for many crochet projects like blankets and cowls.

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Are You a New Crocheter Who Needs More Help with the Basics?

If you’ve looked through these patterns and seen some techniques you don’t know yet, or you just want to boost your knowledge of crochet, check out our Crochet Fundamentals course.

These short video tutorials cover all the basics and beyond, including yarn and hook selection, basic stitches, increases and decreases, finishing techniques, and even skill-building patterns.

Looking for Even More Crochet Stitches to Try?

These unique crochet stitches are a lot of fun and should keep you busy for a long time, but if you’re looking for more crochet stitch options, you’ll find them in my Ultimate Crochet Stitch Library.

This collection has 45 crochet stitch tutorials for you to try, all based on basic stitches like single, double, and treble crochet.

Looking for more great crochet patterns: 55 Unique Baby Blanket Crochet Patterns

35 Stunning and Easy Crochet Flower Patterns for All Crocheters

November 25, 2022 By stitch11 6 Comments

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What makes crochet flowers irresistible? And where can you find the best crochet flower patterns?

Flowers are one of the cutest things you can crochet and add as embellishments to your other crochet projects. Whether you are making hair ties, dresses, blankets, or other projects, crocheted flowers simply never go out of style.

We have the answers to your questions! If you are looking for free patterns and where you can find them, we have collected some of the best crochet flower patterns in this post. Check out these wonderful selections!

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Commonly Questions Asked about Crochet Flower Patterns

Before we jump to our crochet flower patterns, we have gathered some frequently asked questions when it comes to crocheting flowers. Here's what you need to know to get started!

What Are the Materials Needed for Crocheting a Flower?

The nice thing about crocheted flower patterns is that you can often use materials you already have at home, such as:

Yarn in the color and weight of your choice (scraps are great for this!)

Crochet hook that matches the yarn or the pattern suggestion

Scissors to cut your yarn when you change colors or at the end of the project

Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

What is the Recommended Yarn Used for Crochet Flowers?

Many crochet flower patterns use worsted weight (4) or DK weight (3) yarn. But if you prefer making small flowers, you can use fingering weight yarn or crochet thread.

The pattern you are considering will tell you what type of yarn the designer used, but you can always use a heavier weight yarn to make a larger flower or a lighter weight yarn to make a smaller flower if you like. The great thing about flowers is they don’t have to be an exact size!

How Do You Choose Yarn for Crocheting Flowers?

If you have some yarns that you already like, those are great choices for crocheted flowers. If you are planning to add your flower to another project that will include a different, lighter-colored yarn, check for color fastness by working a small swatch with both colors and washing it to make sure the color doesn’t bleed.

If you’re not using stash, cotton and acrylic yarns are great for flowers. And don’t forget to consider the color. You can make your flowers the colors they would be in nature or go wild with your color choices.

Where Can You Use a Crochet Flower?

Crochet flowers have many uses. The most common uses are hair clips, headbands, ear warmers, and the like. But that's not the only use for crochet flowers.

You can attach them to many projects like hats, blankets, socks, dresses, scarves, gloves, tops, and many others that you would like to include a crochet flower.

They can also stand alone as an addition to a gift box or bag, or some flowers can be attached to pipe cleaner stems and used as a crochet bouquet! They’re great for home decor projects, too, like wreaths and garlands.

Is It Easy to Crochet a Flower?

Yes! Crochet flowers are easy to make, and you can often complete one in an hour or less. If you are a beginner, there are plenty of patterns and tutorials that guide you every step of the way.

These projects often use simple stitches like single crochets, double crochet, and half double crochet, so if you know the basics you should be in good shape. But we can teach you 45 other stitches that you can use for this project or any other one that you are looking to customize or spice up. Learn all of the stitches here in my Ultimate Crochet Stitch Library.

Of course, you can use any weight of yarn you want for any kind of flower, but in case you’re wanting to use stash yarn and are looking for projects that are great with that particular weight, we’ve arranged all these free crochet flower patterns by yarn weight below. Happy stitching!

Crochet Flower Patterns Using (1) Super Fine Yarn

Crochet Poppy Flower

Designer: Moara Crochet
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering

Poppies come in different varieties and colors, which makes them interesting to crochet. There are a lot of little pieces but it comes together beautifully.

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Gerbera Crochet Flowers

Designer: Annie Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering

Gerberas are a kind of daisy and they’re super cheerful flowers! This is a lovely crochet project that you can use for hairpins. All you have to do is add a pin at the back of your flower and you’re done!

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Crochet Irish Rose Pattern

Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts
Yarn weight: Size 10 crochet thread
Suggested yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Thread

A crochet Irish Rose is commonly used in Irish lace crochet. It’s so pretty in two colors, or you can make a solid color one to add to your projects.

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Crochet Roses with a greeting card and tiny wooden sign

Crochet Rose Free Pattern

Designer: Paint it Colorful
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Ewe Ewe Fluffy Fingering

Getting creative with crochet flowers is easy when you have a pattern like this. You can crochet as many as you want, use different types and weights of yarn, and the best part is, they stay fresh all day, every day!

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Crochet Lavender Pattern

Designer: Moara Crochet
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering

Do you want to level up your crochet skills and challenge yourself? Try this wonderful crochet lavender pattern that has a texture you will love. So sweet in a little bunch!

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Crochet Lilac Flowers

Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts
Yarn weight: Size 10 crochet thread
Suggested yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Thread

These crocheted lilacs are wonderful additions to blankets, dresses, and scarves. If you want to be creative, you can even add them to cards! Try making them in other colors, too!

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Crochet Cherry Blossoms with yarns, scissors, and crochet hook

Free Crochet Cherry Blossom Pattern

Designer: Make & Do Crew
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering

Cherry blossoms are so pretty and delicate, but they also fade away quickly. Here are some cherry blossoms you can keep all year, and they’re easy to make too.

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hands holding Crochet Frangipani Flowers

Crochet a Frangipani Flower Pattern

Designer: Moara Crochet
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering

Frangipani flowers are sweet smelling in real life. They bloom during the summer seasons in some countries. You can crochet this two-toned flower with this pretty pattern.

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Crocheted Flowers Made with (2) Sport Weight Yarn

Crochet Flowers taped to an orange background next to scissors

Crochet Flower Bouquet

Designer: Common Thread, via Internet Archive
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: DMC Natura Just Cotton

We all love getting bouquets of flowers, no matter the occasion. Here’s a bouquet you can keep all year long, or just crochet a single flower if you like!

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Crochet Peony flower next to a real peony

Easy Crochet Peony Pattern

Designer: Off the Hook for You
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona

Tiny peonies are among my favorite flowers, but finding a big peony flower pattern is even better. You might love it too, check it out!

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a bunch of African Flower Crochet Granny flowers

African Flower Granny Crochet Pattern

Designer: Craft Passion
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Brava Sport

Who said grannies have to be square? Here’s a beautiful crochet flower granny that you can do if you want something unique.

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Flower Patterns Using (3) DK Weight Yarn

hand carrying a large Dahlia Crochet flower with more flowers in the background

Dahlia Crochet Pattern

Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK

This dahlia crochet pattern is simply adorable. It’s a great addition to your headbands, hairpins, and other crochet projects you have in mind.

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hand carrying Crochet Dogwood Flowers with more flowers in the background

Crochet Dogwood Flower Pattern

Designer: Golden Lucy Craft
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Coboo

Dogwoods are beautiful trees that are filled with whimsical flowers in the spring. They are a great addition to your flower crochet patterns. These also make a cute crochet flower garland that you can hang around your home or room.

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A Rose in Two Different Sizes

Designer: Maisie and Ruth
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Comfy Cotton Blend

Crochet flowers make great embellishments to your crochet projects. This rose pattern is the simplest ones you can crochet and add to your creations. It comes in two sizes so you can use it on lots of different projects.

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Puff crochet flowers with balls of yarn, scissors, and crochet hook

Puff Flower Free Pattern

Designer: Bella Coco
Yarn weight: DK yarn
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Feels Like Heaven Yarn

Crocheting these puff flowers is a little bit challenging, but it’s all worth it! And don’t worry, this pattern will take you through all the steps until you can create your own crocheted puff flowers.

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Easy Crochet Flower Pattern

Designer: Annie Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Truboo

We all love colorful crochet flowers and if you are looking for one, this pattern is all you need. You can add these to baby blankets and hats, and even turn them into brooches by adding a pin on the back.

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Crochet Daffodil flower attached to a wreath

Crochet Daffodil Pattern

Designer: Kath Webber, via Gathered
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK

Is there anything more cheerful than a daffodil? Because they’re one of the first flowers of spring they always look so hopeful, and now you can bring that joy into your crochet projects.

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Easy Sunflower Crochet Pattern

Designer: Single Girl’s DIY
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Berroco Vintage DK

If you love making crochet daisy flowers, then this sunflower pattern will be easy-peasy for you. It’s like making those daisies but with a little twist. And remember sunflowers can come in a range of colors!

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Curved Edge Flower Crochet Pattern

Designer: Crochet ‘n’ Create
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Hayfield Bonus DK

Simple and uncomplicated, this pattern creates cute and easy flowers that you can use anywhere. If you love the simplicity of a curved edge flower crochet, this is the pattern you need.

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Crochet Carnation bouquet in a glass vase

Carnation Crochet Pattern

Designer: PlanetJune
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Hayfield Bonus DK

This sweet carnation flower crochet pattern can be used as a crochet embellishment or as part of your flower crochet arrangement. Pink and white are traditional but you can stitch these up in all sorts of colors.

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Anemone Crochet Flower Pattern

Designer: Marianna’s Lazy Daisy Days
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton yarn

This easy-to-make and fun anemone crochet flower is a project you’ll want to make over and over. Use them for hair clips, make boho garlands, or whatever you want!

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Water Lily Crochet flower on a wooden table

Water Lily Crochet Pattern

Designer: Make My Day Creative
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Premier Yarns Premier Anti-Pilling Every Day DK

It’s amazing to see water lilies in bloom and now you can capture the same look with this pattern. This would be a lovely addition to a gift; just pin it to the gift bag.

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Bouquet of Flowers Crochet Flower Tutorial

Designer: Hopeful Honey
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Hayfield Bonus

Colorful flowers are eye-catching and if you love vibrant colored flowers, this pattern will make you happy! Choose your favorite, loud colors and follow this tutorial.

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Carnation Flower Crochet Pattern

Designer: Naztazia
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK

We can’t get enough of crocheted carnations. You can create as many as you like and arrange them in a vase as your home decoration. And see? I was right about them being great in different colors!

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Two Layer Crochet Flowers

Designer: Annie Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Premier Yarns Premier Anti-Pilling Everyday DK

These flowers are simple and quick to make and will be a very good addition to your crochet projects. They’re popular additions to headbands, ear warmers, gloves, and many other projects.

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Crochet Flower Patterns with (4) Worsted Weight Yarn

Crochet Pansy Flowers

Designer: Naztazia
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream

Crochet flowers make us happy, and seeing them in different color combinations is a joy! These little pansies use several different colors so they’re great for scrap projects.

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Sweet Daisies Free Crochet Pattern

Designer: Mama in a Stitch
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream

These cute daisies will brighten anyone’s mood! You can create napkin rings out of these or a summer headband for your little ones.

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Mohnblume Poppy Crochet

Designer: Vera Matrebo, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton

Crocheting these poppies is easy and you can create them in batches for all your projects. This design is unique and you will enjoy making them. You can add them as appliques or make a bunch to use for some fun future project

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Daisy Flower Crochet Pattern

Designer: Repeat Crafter Me
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice

We love a variety of crocheted daisies! And this pattern will help you create two styles of daisies that you can use for your crochet projects.

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Crochet Rose Pattern

Designer: Melanie Ham
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Ewe Ewe Wooly Worsted

This is probably one of the easiest crochet rose patterns you’ll come across. It only requires basic double crochet, treble crochet, and half-double crochet stitches to create this lovely flower.

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Crochet Poppy flowers with a notebook and scissors

Free Crochet Poppy Pattern

Designer: Thorseby Cottage
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Worsted

Red poppies are a classic remembrance of the war dead, and crocheted poppies are seen throughout the UK around Armistice Day. Stitch up some pretty flowers for remembrance or any other reason with this simple pattern.

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Autumn Berry Crochet Flowers on top of a chest

Autumn Berry Flower Crochet

Designer: Jenny Dickens, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Ewe Ewe Wooly Worsted

These flowers are great for your winter hats and other projects where a crocheted flower is needed. You can also adjust the size if you want them bigger or smaller. Use a button for the center of the flower.

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Crochet Rose Bouquet

Designer: Fiber Flux
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

If you’re looking for a different way to display your crochet flowers, check out this fun project. It’s a great minimalist wreath you can make in different colors for different times of the year.

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Pointed Petals Flower

Designer: My Hobby is Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: I Love this Cotton

Once you have mastered crocheting rounded-edge flowers, you can try changing the way they look. Here’s a petal crochet flower pattern you can work in any color.

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Crochet Puff Flower Tutorial Pattern

Designer: Crochet News
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Worsted

Puff flowers are one of those crochet projects that you can do mindlessly and still come up with lovely flowers. Here's a step-by-step pattern that you’ll enjoy doing.

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Are You a Beginner Crocheter Who Needs Extra Help Learning to Crochet?

If these flower patterns have inspired you but you aren’t quite sure where to begin, maybe you need a little more help with the basics.

Our Crochet Fundamentals workshop has hours of video instruction to help you get a better grasp of the basics. We cover everything from how to hold your hook to basic stitches, increasing and decreasing, finishing, and more. There are even skill-building patterns to help you along the way!

25 Easy Crochet Squares You Can Use To Make Blankets

February 23, 2020 By stitch11 4 Comments

I’m sure you are familiar now about the granny square which is an easy pattern to do and quite useful for a number of projects – whether it’s a simple washcloth or a huge bedspread.

In the same vein as the granny square, we’ve put together some of the most unique and easy crochet squares out there that you can try out to make blankets with. These range from cute, quirky to elegant and chic!

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Puppy Granny Square

A cute puppy square, perfect for making a baby blanket, or you can use the puppy as an applique on another project.

Via Wiam's Crafts

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Easy Peasy Flower Squares

Join these pretty crochet flower squares together to make a crochet blanket or even a cute crochet shawl.

Via Knit Purl Hook

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Crochet Bobble Stitch Sheep Square

If you love sheep or know someone who has a fondness for this fuzzy animal, then this free crochet granny square pattern cannot be beat. Check out this fun pattern made with Lion Brand Vanna's Choice yarn.

Via Repeat Crafter Me

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Minimen 6 Inch Afghan Squares

Fun square with 3 options! Cute little minions, or even a floral block!

Via Trifles & Treasures

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Heartful Granny Square

Spend your day crocheting and your night curling up on the couch once you work up this granny square crochet pattern.

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Spooky Spiderweb Square

Have awesome homemade Halloween decorations this year with this Spooky Spiderweb Square pattern.

Via All Free Crochet

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Color Blocked Granny Square

The color block design of this crochet pattern gives this granny square an updated, modern look.

Via Whistle & Ivy

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Serenity Afghan Square

Everyone will feel so welcome in your home when you cover your couch with a granny square afghan like this one.

Via Oombawka Design Crochet

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Rainbow Puff Square

An easy crochet square with a puffs of rainbow colors! It's made with a 3mm crochet hook to avoid the second yarn peeking through stitches.

Via Crafty CC

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The Nomad by Fate Square

Inspired by a previous triangle wrap and blanket design, birthed this crochet square. The dramatic changes in color makes it really stand out.

Via Martin Up North

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Block Stitch Square

Most commonly referred to as the block stitch, but sometimes also called the mosaic stitch or dot stitch, this square features accent colored single crochet stitches that provide interest and little pops of color in between rounds of the classic granny stitch. Speaking of fun stitches, have you checked out the Ultimate Crochet Stitch Library yet? If not, check it out now, you won't be sorry!

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Squared Ripples

This beautiful square is so quick to make! With the quick and simple repeating pattern this square is quick to work up! Change up the number of colors or number of rows between color changes to give it a whole new look!!

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Sunburst Granny Square

Made in chunky yarn, the results are so cozy and plush, and perfect for so many winter crochet projects. Get started with this granny square pattern, which you’ve just got to try!

Via Creative Jewish Mom

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Northern Diamond Square

This square with a diamond overlay pattern can be used for blankets or throws. When the squares are joined a circle will appear.

Via Torun Johansson

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Traveling Crochet Afghan Square

This crochet afghan square is part of the Traveling Crochet Afghan featuring the tulip crochet stitch. The pattern is easy with simple repeats, so it will be a fun project for both beginning and advanced crocheters.

Via Wilmade

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Celtic Knot Squares

Just another square. Not as difficult as it looks. Written pattern with charts and tutorial photos.

Via Carola Wijma

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Star Portal Afghan Square

Star Portal Square is a 12-inch afghan square, worked in an overlay crochet. Made using worsted weight yarn, this square has a final stitch count of 45 stitches on each side, useful to know for joining.

Via Crochet Instinct

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As Time Goes By Afghan Square

As Time Goes By is square number 19 (tenth free) of the Stardust Melodies Crochet Along – a texture-rich afghan square crochet along.

Via Every Trick on the Hook

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Heart Granny Square

Nothing really felt right until I found a way to incorporate a heart for every year. Thus, this heart granny square pattern was born.

Via Raidy's Crochet Corner

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Mini Swirly Square

Takes approximately 15/25 minutes to make one square – depending on skill and how quickly you crochet.

Via Creative Crochet Workshop

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Calm Cove Square

This square is fun to make and works up pretty fast. It’s easy enough for beginners, but with a twist – the puff stitch. It creates structure in the middle, so that the central part looks even more like a floating island. Any color combinations are allowed here!

Via Crochetpedia

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Puffs and Hugs Granny Square

This easy to make, textured granny square is inspired by another design – the Puffs and Hugs Baby Blanket.

Via Krisztina Anna Matejcsok-Edomer

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Rainbow Gumdrop Crochet Square

This sweet little square can be used for so many different things. From blankets to pouches and lots in between.

Via Thoresby Cottage

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Raindrops Square

Meet the ‘Raindrops square’- a square packed with texture and colour!

Via Crafty CC

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Retro Vibe Square

This simple floral pattern looks really cool when bordered with black.

Via Mijo Crochet

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If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ – using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need!

Mix and match a few of these for a very unique blanket that you can pass on to several generations in your family or for a lovely gift to a special someone.

Here's one more blanket pattern I think you'll love…the Log Cabin Baby Blanket. It’s not just cute, it’s also so much fun to make. There’s a great variety of stitches you'll learn, it can be made small or large making it an excellent stash buster project and it's perfect for beginners and advanced crocheters alike.

Our 12 Favorite Crochet Magazines

December 22, 2018 By stitch11 1 Comment

If you’ve been looking for the best crochet resources out there, look no further. This list of our 12 favorite crochet magazines has everything you’ll need to make the most out of your craft.

From bi-monthly subscriptions to our favorite issue of specific magazines, you’ll find the best information on crochet. There are fun patterns, creative gift ideas and tips and tricks to maximize your skills.

These magazines are everything you need this season when you’re crocheting gifts-galore. Check out the list and pick out the mags that speak to you the most. Or if you’re like me, read them all. You can never have too much information on crochet, after all.

Crochet! Spring 2018

Step out in style this spring with Crochet! magazine’s Spring 2018 issue. Stitch stylish yet simple fashions and accessories perfect for spring layering as the days turn from cool and crisp to warm and inviting.
Via Annie's

MakerU

MakerU magazine provides a library of crochet & knit patterns. From how to read a pattern, crochet & knit worksheets, color tips and combinations including color wheel, abbreviations and more.
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Simply Crochet

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Retro Messy Bun Hat Crochet Pattern

April 17, 2018 By stitch11 7 Comments

We don't see any reason not to love this bun hat. Aside from being a cute little number that turns heads wherever you go, it's made with the softest and most breathable yarn that'll keep you comfy. You can also pick your favorite colors and work it from the brim up! Get started with the free pattern below or get the ad-free printable PDF here.

Retro Messy Bun Hat - Free Crochet Pattern - Stitch11

Retro Messy Bun Hat Crochet Pattern

This fun yellow hat will be sure to brighten up any gloomy day – even though you can choose whichever color you’d like. People won't be able to help but ask you where you go your cheerful crochet messy bun hat from.

In this easy to intermediate crochet pattern, you'll begin by creating the band. Next, you'll work your way up to making the rest of the hat and finally add whatever button you may choose.

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For yarn, we chose merino wool yarn because it's warm, soft, and breathable. It doesn't have any of that itchy and scratchy feeling you might associate with wool.

Wear this versatile messy bun hat on a trip to the mountains or outside on a chilly morning walk to keep you cozy. Ok, it's time to grab your yarn and let's get started. Time to add some cheer to the world, one stitch at a time.

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Pattern Title: Retro Messy Bun Hat

Skill Level: Easy

Materials:

• Hook:

– US Size K/10 1/2 (6.5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

• Yarn: Bulky weight yarn

– 85 yds yellow (A)

• – 85 yds grey (B)

• Notions:

– Scissors

– Yarn needle

– Stitch marker

– 1.5-inch button

Size:

• Top opening diameter: 3 inches

• Hat circumference: 19 inches at band, 20 inches at widest point

• Hat length: 7.5 inches

Size/Gauge:

10 sc x 11 rows = 4 inches

ABBREVIATIONS	DESCRIPTION
blo	Back loop only
ch	Chain
rnd	Round
RS	Right side(s)
sc	Single crochet
sl st	Slip stitch
st(s)	Stitch(es)

The pattern:

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Pattern

BAND:

With A, ch 10

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (9 sc)

Rows 2-28: Ch 1, turn, sc in blo of each st across.

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Fold band in half, overlapping the ends by about 4 rows, so that row 28 lines up with row 4.

Use tail to sew band together where these two rows meet.

The overlapping flap is now the RS of the band, and is where the button will be placed later.

HAT:

Do not join rnds unless indicated. Mark the first st of each rnd.

With RS facing, join B with sl st in the end of any row on band.

Rnd 1: Working in sides of rows, 50 sc evenly spaced around side edge of band. (50 sc)

Rnd 2: Sc in each st around.

Begin carrying A. When working a st with B, work over the color A yarn. When working a st with A, work over the color B yarn. Change colors as needed by using the new color to complete the last “pull through” step of the previous st.

Rnd 3: [Sc with B in next st, sc with A in next st] around. (25 sc with B, 25 sc with A)

Rnds 4-5: Sc with B in each st around. (50 sc with B)

Rnds 6-11: Repeat rnds 3-5 twice

Rnd 12: [Sc with B in next st, sc with A in next st] around, join with sl st to first st. (25 sc with B, 25 sc with A)

Fasten off both colors, leaving a tail of B approximately 45 inches long. Turn hat inside out.

Sew long tail of B through each st of rnd 12 and pull tightly until opening measures about 3 inches in diameter.

Turn hat RS out.

Sew button to flap on band.

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You'll definitely fight against the cold by feeling all warm and fuzzy from the compliments you're bound to receive on this hat. Once you've got your hat finished, you can continue the cozy train by choosing a scarf to make. If you've got a beautiful end result – and of course you do – show it off! We'd love to see it.

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Star Stitch Neck Warmer Crochet Pattern

April 11, 2018 By stitch11 Leave a Comment

Star Stitch Neck Warmer Crochet Pattern

You know what it’s impossible to do when wearing a cowl? Scowl. You’ll have a smile on your face the whole time you’re wearing your easy to make neck warmer.

Throw this on whenever you need a little extra layer against the elements, and you want to look good doing it. We’re all about easy ways to look great and feel great, and that’s what you’re going to be crocheting when you choose this pattern.

We chose worsted wool in heather and pink to get this muted look. Choose whatever colors tickle your fancy and keep your neck warm.

You get to use your star stitch. You know what that means. The entire time you’re wearing it, you’ll feel like a star. Grab some wool in whichever color you’re feeling, get your crochet needle, and get ready to party like a rockstar.

Pattern Title: Star Stitch Cowl

Skill Level: Easy / Intermediate

Materials:

Hook(s) size: J/10 6mm

Yarn weight: Worsted

Preferred type of yarn: wool

Suggested yarn: Cascade 220 Heathers

Yarn Yardage: Color A – Cascade 220 doeskin heather (8012) 220 yds (approx), Color B – Cascade 220 soft pink (4192) 140 yds (approx)

Tools – scissors, tapestry needle, stitch marker

Approx. finished dimensions: Height 10.5,” circumference at bottom 26.5,” circumference at neck 20”

Gauge: 4” = 12 sc by 8 rows

Pattern details (ex. How many squares needed to make to complete the blanket):

Special notes

1. Ch – chain, sl/st – slip stitch, st(s) – stitch(es), sc – single crochet, sp – space, yoh – yarn over hook, hdc – half double crochet,

1. This pattern is worked in the round from round 2-37

1. The star stitch consists of two rows and explained in rounds 2 and 3. I would highly recommend watching a video on the star stitch if it is new to you, as it's a bit tricky to explain. The variation I use may differ as it is worked in the round, but watching a tutorial will help with understanding the general way this stitch is worked.

1. The even moss stitch is used and explained in rounds 4-6

The decrease is worked by crocheting 2 sts together

The pattern

Color A

Ch 90, sl/st in first ch to create a loop (make sure the ch is not twisted)

Round 1 – Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl/st into ch 1 – 90 sts

Round 2 – ch 2, pull up a loop in second ch from hook, pull up a loop in same sp as ch 2, pull up a loop in each of the next 2 sts (5 loops on hook); yoh and pull through all 5 loops, ch 1 to close star stitch. *Pull up a loop in the eye of the star stitch, pull up a loop in the space between the 2 posts below the eye of the star, pull up a loop in the same ch space, pull up a loop in each of the next 2 sts (6 loops on hook); yoh and pull through all 6 loops, ch 1 to close star stitch; repeat from * to end. The last star stitch is completed by pulling up a loop in the same sp as the ch 2 at the beginning of the round. – 45 star stitches,

Round 3 – *sc in the next st, sc in the eye of the star stitch; repeat from * to end – 90 sts

Round 4-6 – *sl/st in the next st, hdc in the following st; repeat from * to end – 90 sts

Round 7 – sl/st in the next st; ch 2, pull up a loop in second ch from hook, pull up a loop in same sp as ch 2, pull up a loop in each of the next 2 sts (5 loops on hook); yoh and pull through all 5 loops, ch 1 to close star stitch. *Pull up a loop in the eye of the star stitch, pull up a loop in the space between the 2 posts below the eye of the star, pull up a loop in the same ch space, pull up a loop in each of the next 2 sts (6 loops on hook); yoh and pull through all 6 loops, ch 1 to close star stitch; repeat from * to end. The last star stitch is completed by pulling up a loop in the same space as the ch 2 at the beginning of the round. – 45 star stitches,

Round 8 – repeat round 3 – 90 sts

Round 9-11 – repeat round 4-6 – 90 sts

Round 12 – repeat round 7 – 45 star stitches

Round 13 – repeat round 3 – 90 sts

Round 14-16 – repeat round 4-6 – 90 sts

Round 17 – repeat round 7 – 45 star stitches

Round 18 – repeat round 3, in the last st, attach color B; tie off and cut color A

Color B

Round 19 – repeat round 7 – 45 star stitches

Round 20 – repeat round 3 – 90 sts

Round 21-23 – repeat round 4-6 – 90 sts

Round 24 – repeat round 7 – 45 star stitches

Round 25 – repeat round 3 – 90 sts

Round 26-28 – repeat round 4-6 – 90 sts

Round 29 – repeat round 7 – 45 star stitches

Round 30 – repeat round 3 , in the last st, attach color A; tie off and cut color B- 90 sts

Color A

Round 31 – ch 1 in the next st, sc in each of the following 2 sts, decrease in the following. Sc in each of the next 3 sts, decrease in the following; repeat from * to end – 72 sts

Round 32 – sc in each of the next 4 sts, decrease in the next st; repeat from * to end – 60 sts

Round 33-35 – repeat round 4-6 – 60 sts

Round 36 – Repeat round 7 – 60 star stitches

Round 37 – repeat round 3, sl/st into the last st, cut yarn and tie off – 60 sts

Sew in all ends with a tapestry needle.

All done? Don’t stop there. Don’t let this go over your head – pun intended. So you’re rocking your cowl? Rock some socks, too. Once you’ve mastered this pattern, these ones should be a walk in the park. Don’t forget to show us what you’ve made – we’d love to see your work.

Rustic Love Slouch Crochet Pattern

January 21, 2018 By stitch11 8 Comments

This one is a great stash buster! Maybe you can use your left over self-striping yarns, and make this unique hat with all those textures we love. It's also a great little number for both adults and kids! Make one for yourself, or a couple for your loved ones with the free pattern below or better yet, get the ad-free printable PDF pattern here.

Rustic Love Slouch Crochet Pattern

I had planned to make myself a new hat, but about halfway through, I couldn't decide if this should be MY hat or for my daughter. She is 7 now, and we can share hats! It seems that most children's hat sizes fit me and most small adult hat sizes fit her. She is growing up so fast, it's not even fair!!! After taking the photo, she told me she wants to keep that hat for wearing to school… maybe next winter I will be able to take over and start wearing it myself. 😉

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My goal was to use only one skein of Super Saver Stripes – Latte Stripes, but to make this hat have the perfect slight slouch to it and a large full pom pom, I had to bust out a second skein. I didn't even use half of the second, leaving you enough yarn to make fingerless gloves or an ear warmer set if you're looking to stay extra cozy!

Rustic Love Slouch - Free Crochet Pattern - Stitch11

Rustic Love Slouch Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: Easy

Materials:

• Hook:

– US Size H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

• Yarn: 320 yds worsted weight yarn

• Notions:

– Scissors

– Yarn needle

Size:

• Hat circumference: 20 inches

• To fit head circumference: 20-22 inches

Size/Gauge:

13 dc x 7 rows = 4 inches

Special Stitches:

• 3 half double crochet popcorn

(3-hdc-pc): 3 hdc in indicated st or sp, remove working loop from hook, insert hook into first hdc made and pull working loop through.

• 5 double crochet popcorn

(5-dc-pc): 5 dc in indicated st or sp, remove working loop from hook, insert hook into first dc made and pull working loop through.

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ABBREVIATIONS	DESCRIPTION
ch	Chain
dc	Double crochet
fpsc	Front post single crochet
sc	Single crochet
sk	Skip
sl st	Slip stitch
sp	Space
st(s)	Stitch(es)

Pattern

Join rnds where indicated with a sl st in the first st of the rnd.

Ch 66, being careful not to twist, sl st in first ch to form a circle.

Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in each ch around, join. (66 sc)

Rnds 2-4: Ch 1, sc in each st around, join.

Rnd 5: Ch 1, (3-hdc-pc, ch 2, 3 hdc-pc) in first st, sk next st, [(3-hdc-pc, ch 2, 3 hdc-pc) in next st, sk next st] around, join, sl st in first ch-2 sp. (66 3-hdc-pc, 33 ch-2 sps)

Rnd 6: Ch 2, 5-dc-pc in same sp, ch 1, sk next 2 sts, [5-dc-pc in next st, ch 1, sk next 2 sts] around, join, sl st in first ch-1 sp. (33 5-dc-pc, 33 ch-1 sps)

Rnd 7: Ch 1, 2 sc in same ch-1 sp, sk next st, [2 sc in next ch-1 sp, sk next st] around, join. (66 sc)

Rnds 8-25: Repeat rnds 2-7 three more times.

Rnds 26-29: Ch 1, sc in each st around, join. (66 sc)

Rnd 30: Ch 1, fpsc around each st around, join. (66 fpsc)

With your starting end, weave back and forth between each stitch from round 1. Close the hole as much as possible. You will still have an opening about the size of a dime.

Make your Secure Pom Pom. Attach it over the opening. Secure it well with your yarn needle and it will cover the hole.

Fasten off.

Weave in all ends.

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Did you like this pattern? Check out more of my fun patterns below:

Sweetheart Boot Cuffs Crochet Pattern

Lemon Peel Fingerless Gloves Crochet Pattern

Beanie Hat Crochet Pattern

Hanging Storage Baskets Crochet Pattern

This Rustic Love Slouch Hat crochet pattern is perfect the cold weather to keep head and ears warm. The popcorn stitches around and in several rows, adds a dimension and interest to an otherwise simple slouchy hat. #crochet #crochetpattern #crochethat #crochetlove #crochetaddict #ilovecrochet

Newborn – Double Knot Beanie Crochet Pattern

December 10, 2017 By stitch11 16 Comments

Awww… we're sure your little one will be the most adorable wherever they are with this hat! This soft and snug head accessory doesn't take that much time to make so you can make multiple colors then mix and match with their onesies! If you'd like to know how it's made, scroll along for the pattern or get the ad-free printable PDF pattern here.

Double Knot Beanie Crochet Pattern

I have exciting news! As many of you know from my very personal post, Gods Timing, my husband and I have struggled with fertility. To my little family's surprise, WE ARE EXPECTING!!! My 6-year-old daughter is beyond thrilled. My 15-year-old stepson is a little… eh, it's another girl… He might be feeling a bit outnumbered 😉 but we could not be happier!!

What does this mean for Stitch11? Well, when I first taught myself crochet in 2012, my daughter was already a 1 year old. So… I've always kind of struggled with the Newborn/Baby themed patterns. Not anymore! 😉

For my first crochet hat designed with my baby girl in mind, I wanted to make a double knot beanie. I want a newborn size, but keep in mind the size my older daughter was when she was born. I wanted to make sure this hat will easily stretch to fit a newborn with that not so little head.

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Double Knot Beanie Crochet Pattern

Beanie measures 6.5 inches wide – for 13″ circumference while allowing stretching and growing room.
Beanie measures 5.25 inches tall.

Supplies
Red Heart Super Saver – Medium Weight
H – 5 mm crochet hook
Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Stitches
CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
Slip Stitch
DC – Double Crochet
3 HDC Popcorn Stitch
FPSC – Front Post Single Crochet

How to crochet the 3 HDC Popcorn Stitch
-Work 3 half double crochet (hdc) stitches in the same stitch.
-Drop the loop from your hook.
-Insert your hook from front to back under the top 2 loops of the first half double crochet of the group.
-Grab the dropped loop with your hook and pull it through the stitch.

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To start this beanie, we will make the CH for the top of the hat and the knots portion first.

Step 1: CH 46. Join to first CH.

Step 2: CH 14. Turn. Skip 1 CH. SC into next 13 CH.

Step 3: Slip stitch into next CH from starting CH.

Step 4: CH 1. Turn. SC back up, into each of the next 13 SC.

Step 5: CH 1. Turn. SC back down, into each of the next 13 SC.

Step 6: Slip stitch into next CH from starting CH.

Step 7: Folding the starting CH flat, Slip stitch together the two sides, through the top loops of next 20 CH.

Step 8: Repeat steps 2-7.

Working in the bottom loops of starting CH, you will now work in the round. Round 1, in my opinion, maybe the hardest round of the pattern, only because you have to identify the bottom loops of the starting CH. Just remember they are on the opposite side as the slip stitch you joined the CH together with. Trust yourself, you got this!!

Round 1: Slip stitch into the 1st (nearest) bottom loop of starting CH. CH 1. SC into same loop and into each of the next 45 loops. Join to first SC. (46 SC)

Round 2: CH 1. SC into each stitch around. Join to first SC. (46 SC)
Round 3: CH 1. HDC into first SC. Popcorn Stitch into next SC. *HDC into next SC. Popcorn Stitch into next SC. Repeat from * around. Join to first HDC. (46 stitches)
Rounds 4-17: Repeat rounds 2 and 3 seven more times.
Round 18: CH 1. SC into each stitch around. Join to first SC. (46 SC)
Round 19: CH 1. FPSC around each SC. Join to first FPSC. (46 FPSC)
Finish off and weave in your ends.
Tie a knot on both sides of the top of the beanie.

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If you love this hat, why not check out more of my patterns for little ones:

Jumping Retro Infinity Scarf

September 4, 2017 By stitch11 8 Comments

I designed this fun and colorful infinity scarf with the basic crochet stitches: chain, single crochet and double crochet; so even the beginner crocheter can hook this one up! You could easily change this infinity scarf into a cowl, by using only one skein. You could also change this into a normal scarf by using a total of two skeins. The stitch pattern is so simple that after the first set of repeats, you can get lost on your Netflix binge and mindlessly crochet this entire free pattern!

Jumping Retro Infinity Scarf

Supplies
Red Heart Super Saver – Stripes – “Retro Stripe” – 1.5 skeins
J/10- 6.00 mm crochet hook
Yarn Needle

Stitches
CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
DC – Double Crochet

Row 1: CH 36. Turn. Skip 1 CH. SC in each of the next 35 CH.
Row 2-4: CH 1. Turn. SC into each of the 35 stitches.
Row 5: CH 2. Turn. DC into the first stitch *CH 2. Skip 2 stitches. DC into next stitch. Repeat from * across.
Row 6: CH 1. Turn. SC into the first stitch. *2 SC over CH space. SC into next SC. Repeat from * across.
Row 7-9: CH 1. Turn. SC into each of the 35 stitches.
Repeat rows 5-9 30 times, or until you reach the desired length.
With yarn needle, attach both ends together.

Scarf of Personal Growth – Crochet Scarf Pattern

November 17, 2016 By stitch11 21 Comments

This adorable dragonfly crochet scarf pattern is a fun and easy crochet pattern. This scarf makes a perfect accessory to any outfit. The open spaces in the scarf represent change and reflection. #crochet #crochetlove #crochetlife #crochetaddict #crochetpattern #crochetinspiration #ilovecrochet #crochetgifts #crochet365 #addictedtocrochet #yarnaddict #yarnlove #crochetscarf

The Scarf of Personal Growth reflects exactly what the name suggests. This free crochet pattern is designed for you or for you to gift to someone you know. The open spaces in the scarf represent change and reflection. What are they? They are what your eyes see. Whether it be a dragonfly, fairy, angel…it's all about personal perception.

Supplies
2 balls of yarn (Red Heart Unforgettable – Candied used in photos)
K – 6.5 mm crochet hook
Yarn needle for weaving in your ends.

Stitches
CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
DC – Double Crochet
3-DC-Cluster – 3 Double Crochet Cluster stitch

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Size Small Dog Sweater

December 29, 2014 By stitch11 65 Comments

This adorable crochet dog sweater pattern might be the cutest thing we have ever seen! Imagine it on your furry friend? Scroll down for the complete free pattern or purchase the ad-free, printable PDF here.

Small Dog Sweater Crochet Pattern -This Small Dog Coat Crochet Pattern is just what you need to keep your dog warm on cold days. Dogs of all sizes can have thin hair and get cold in the winter. #crochet #crochetlove #crochetlife #crochetaddict #crochetpattern #crocheteveryday #crochetinspiration #ilovecrochet #crochetgifts #crochet365 #addictedtocrochet #yarnaddict #yarnlove

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This crochet dog sweater is designed for dogs (and cats) who weigh 8-16 lbs. It measures 15.5 inches long and 8 inches wide (laying flat). If your pet weighs 5-10 lbs, try the XS Dog Sweater.

Crochet sweaters for pets are great stash buster projects because they don’t care if they are wearing lots of funky colors all at once! Just make sure that all the yarns you use are machine washable because odds are good that this sweater is going to get dirty!

Small Dog Sweater Crochet Pattern

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Supplies
6.5 mm crochet hook
(#4)Medium weight yarn (Red Heart with Love)
Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Stitches
CH- Chain
SC- Single Crochet
HDC- Half Double Crochet
Half Double Crochet 2 together
Front Post Double Crochet – FPDC
Front Post Single Crochet – FPSC

-Note- I used a contrasting color for rows 4, 35, 38 and around the leg holes.

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Get Started!

Row 1: CH 37, HDC into 2nd CH from hook, HDC across the rest of the
CH. (36 HDC)
Row 2-3: CH 1, Turn, HDC into each stitch across. (36 HDC)
Row 4: CH 1, Turn, 2 HDC into first stitch, 1 HDC into next 34
stitches, 2 HDC into last stitch. (38 HDC)
Row 5-6: CH 1, Turn, HDC into each stitch across. (38 HDC)
Row 7: CH 1, Turn, 2 HDC into first stitch, 1 HDC into next 36 stitches. 2 HDC
into last stitch. (40 HDC)
Row 8-13: CH 1, Turn, HDC into each stitch across. (40 HDC)

Slip stitch to Join the last and first stitch from the previous row. This will make it a circle instead of a flat piece.

Row 14-25 : CH 1, Turn. HDC into each stitch around, Join to top of the first HDC.
(40 HDC)

Row 26: CH 1,turn. HDC into the next 2 stitches. CH 8, Skip 8 stitches. HDC into the next 20 stitches.
CH 8, skip 8 stitches. HDC into the next 2 stitches. Join to first HDC. (24 HDC)
Row 27: CH 1, turn. HDC into the next 2 stitches. HDC into the next 8 Chains. HDC into the next 20 stitches.
HDC into the next 8 Chains. HDC into the last 2 stitches. Join to the first HDC. (40 HDC)

Row 28-31 : CH 1, Turn. HDC into each stitch around, Join to top of the first HDC.
(40 HDC)
Row 32: CH 1, Turn.**HDC Two Together. HDC into the next 8 stitches. Repeat from ** 3 more times.
Join to the first stitch.(36 HDC)
Row 33: CH 1, Turn. **HDC Two Together. HDC in next 7 stitches. Repeat from ** 3 more times. Join to first stitch. (32 HDC)
Row 34-37:(make sure you are working with the nice side of the stitches on the outside of the sweater) CH 1, **HDC into the next stitch. FPDC over the next stitch. Repeat from ** around.
Join to first HDC. (32 stitches)
Row 38: CH 1, FPSC into each stitch around. Join to first FPSC.(32 stitches)

HDC around the leg holes.
Attach yarn into one of the stitches of the leg hole. CH 1. – One HDC into each of the 8 stitches, each of the 8 Chains, and 2 HDC into the side of the HDC on both sides. (20 HDC) Repeat for the other leg hole.

Weave in your ends and get your cute crochet dog sweater on your pup!

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Size Small Crochet Dog Sweater - Free Pattern

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Boutique Bow

March 13, 2014 By stitch11 41 Comments

Make your little girl's dream come true with her very own Minnie Mouse bow! Perfect for playtime, dress ups, or any day she wants to be like Minnie. Best part? This easy pattern would take you less than a day to finish! Give it a whirl with our free pattern, or get the ad-free printable PDF pattern here.

This bow crochet pattern is designed after Minnie Mouse's popular bow. This bow pattern measures 5.5 inches wide using bulky weight yarn, but you can also use worsted weight for a slightly smaller version. #crochet #crochetlove #crochetlife #crochetaddict #crochetpattern #crochetinspiration #ilovecrochet #crochetgifts #crochet365 #addictedtocrochet #yarnaddict #yarnlove

Are you a Disney fan too? For the longest time, I have been wanting to make a bow that looks like a Minnie Mouse bow. Finally today, I broke out my graph paper and drew her bow the best I could. Then I tried to draw it as a flat piece and realized it would be a lot simpler to put together than I imagined! This free crochet bow pattern measures 5.5 inches wide.

Boutique Bow Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: Confident Beginner

Materials:

Yarn: Bulky weight yarn
Small amount

Hook:
US size K/10½ (6.5mm) crochet hook

Notions:
Tapestry needle

Size: One size

Gauge: Gauge is not critical

Pattern uses US crochet terms.

ABBREVIATIONS	DESCRIPTION
ch	Chain
dc	Double crochet
dc2tog	Double crochet 2 together
hdc	Half double crochet
hdc2tog	Half double crochet next 2 stitches together
sc	Single crochet
sl st	Slip stitch
st(s)	Stitch(es)

Pattern Notes:
You can also make these bows using worsted/medium weight yarn and a US size H/8 (5mm) crochet hook.
Chain 1 at beginning of rows does not count as a stitch.

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Pattern:

Row 1: Ch 4. Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in each ch, turn. (3 sc)

Row 2: Ch 1, hdc into first st, sc into next st, hdc into the last st, turn. (3 sts)

Row 3: Ch 1, 2 hdc into first st, sc into next st, 2 hdc into last st, turn. (5 sts)

Row 4: Ch 1, dc into first st, hdc into next stitch, sc into next st, hdc into next st, dc into last st, turn.

Row 5: Ch 1, 2 dc into first st, sc into each of next 3 sts, 2 dc into last st, turn. (7 sts)

Rows 6-7: Ch 1, dc into each of next 2 sts, sc into each of next 3 sts, dc into each of next 2 sts, turn.

Row 8: Ch 1, dc2tog, sc into each of next 3 sts, dc2tog, turn. (5 sts)

Row 9: Repeat Row 4.

Row 10: Ch 1, hdc2tog, sc into next st, hdc2tog, turn. (3)

Row 11: Repeat Row 2.

Rows 12-21: Repeat Rows 2-11.

Row 22: Ch 1, sc in each st, do not turn.

Edging: Ch 1, sc evenly around entire piece, join to first st with a sl st.

Fasten off leaving long tail. Weave in your starting end. Take other end and use to sew to other end of the bow. You can also go ahead and secure the middle of the bow with this end… but it isn’t required. Weave in your end.

Middle Band

Row 1: Ch 4. Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in each ch, turn. (3 sc)

Row 2-8: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn.

Fasten off leaving long tail.

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Finishing

Wrap the band around the middle of the bow. This will be a snug fit. Using yarn tail and needle, attach both ends of the band together. Weave in your ends.

What do you think? Is this crochet bow pattern Minnie approved?

You can also make these bows using worsted/medium-weight yarn and a 5MM/H crochet hook like Aledria Lay Brown did! Thanks so much for sharing your photo Aledria!

Ella’s Request -Toddler Dress

September 13, 2013 By stitch11 74 Comments

Are you looking for a spring or summer crochet pattern? Then this adorable toddler dress crochet pattern is for you.

A few weeks ago I decided to venture out into designing a dress. When I told Ella I was going to make her a dress, she didn't waste any time to tell me the details she was expecting. She wanted the dress to have lots of pink buttons. While drawing up the dress ideas I had, she also told me she didn't want a long dress… she wanted it to be small. Which was really a great idea because she could move freely without worrying about the dress getting caught under her knees.

Ella and I are both thrilled with the outcome of this dress and I am very excited to share it with you for free! This dress fits toddler sizes from 2t-4t. To help you get an idea of how it will fit, my daughter is 2 years old and wears 3t and 4t clothes. Also, be sure to check out the free toddler leg warmer pattern!

Ella's Request – Toddler Dress Crochet Pattern

Supplies
Caron Simply Soft Yarn – I used one skein of gray, half skein of pink. and a half skein of purple.
G/6-4.25 mm crochet hook
H/8- 5mm crochet hook
Yarn needle
Pack of 20 buttons (optional) -I bought these at Walmart for 88 cents

Stitches
Slip Stitch
CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
HDC – Half Double Crochet
FSC – Foundation Single Crochet

*Tip 1* you will want to take the time to learn the FSC if you do not already know it. Check out this fantastic tutorial by Moogly. Because of using this stitch, the neck of the dress will be able to stretch over all of those big headed toddlers like mine!

*Tip 2* your chains do not count as stitches.

Using G/6-4.25 mm crochet hook. (and I used purple yarn)…
Row 1: 68 Foundation Single Crochet. Join to first FSC. (68)
Row 2: CH 1, SC into the same stitch and each stitch around. Join to first SC. (68)
Row 3: CH 1, HDC in same stitch and next 16 stitches. CH 2, HDC in the same stitch. **HDC in next 17 stitches. CH 2, HDC in the same stitch. Repeat from ** two more times. Join to first HDC. (72)
Row 4: CH 1, HDC into same stitch and next 16 stitches. {HDC, CH 2, HDC} into chain space. **HDC into next 18 stitches, {HDC, CH 2, HDC} into CH space. Repeat from ** two more times. HDC into the last stitch. Join to first HDC. (80)
Row 5: CH 1, HDC into same stitch and next 17 stitches. {HDC, CH 2, HDC} into chain space. **HDC into next 20 stitches, {HDC, CH 2, HDC} into CH space. Repeat from ** two more times. HDC into last 2 stitches. Join to first HDC. (88)
Row 6: CH 1, HDC into same stitch and next 18 stitches. {HDC, CH 2, HDC} into chain space. **HDC into next 22 stitches, {HDC, CH 2, HDC} into CH space. Repeat from ** two more times. HDC into last 3 stitches. Join to first HDC. (96)
Row 7: CH 1, HDC into same stitch and next 19 stitches. {HDC, CH 2, HDC} into chain space. **HDC into next 24 stitches, {HDC, CH 2, HDC} into CH space. Repeat from ** two more times. HDC into last 4 stitches. Join to first HDC. (104)
Row 8: CH 1, HDC into same stitch and next 20 stitches. {HDC, CH 2, HDC} into chain space. **HDC into next 26 stitches, {HDC, CH 2, HDC} into CH space. Repeat from ** two more times. HDC into last 5 stitches. Join to first HDC. (112)
Row 9: CH 1, HDC into same stitch and next 21 stitches. {HDC, CH 2, HDC} into chain space. **HDC into next 28 stitches, {HDC, CH 2, HDC} into CH space. Repeat from ** two more times. HDC into last 6 stitches. Join to first HDC. (120)

Finish off and attach the same color into CH space.

Row 10: CH 1, 2 HDC into CH space. CH 11. 2 HDC into next CH space. HDC into next 30 stitches. 2 HDC into CH space. CH 11. 2 HDC into CH space. HDC into next 30 stitches. Join to first HDC. (68)
Row 11: CH 1, HDC into same stitch. HDC into each stitch and each CH around. Join to first HDC. (90)

Finish off and attach same color yarn into one of the stitches around the armhole.

Row 12: CH 1, SC into the same stitch and each stitch around the armhole (1 SC for each HDC, 2 SC into the side of the HDC and 1 SC for each CH (46)

Repeat Row 12 for another arm whole.

Finish off and weave in your ends.

Attach new color (I used pink) to bottom of the piece. -In the back loop only- Attach to the center under the armpit.

Row 13: In back loops only for this round. CH 1, 2 HDC into the same stitch. HDC in next 44 stitches. 2 HDC into next stitch. HDC in next 44 stitches. Join to first HDC. (92 HDC)
Row 14-16: CH 1, HDC in same stitch and each stitch around. Join to first HDC (92)
Finish off

Change color (I used gray) and attach yarn to the bottom of the stripe of row 16. -Attach into the center stitch under the armpit. IN BACK LOOP ONLY

Now using H/8- 5mm crochet hook

Row 17: Crochet in back loop only for this row. CH 1, SC into same stitch and each stitch around. Join to top of first SC. (92)
Row 18: CH 1, HDC in the same stitch and in next 9 stitches. *2 HDC into next stitch HDC into next stitch. repeat from * 12 more times. HDC into next 20 stitches. **2 HDC into next stitch HDC into next stitch. repeat from ** 12 more times. HDC into next 10 stitches. Join to first HDC. (118)
Row 19: HDC in same stitch and next 9 stitches. *2 HDC into next stitch. HDC into next 2 stitches. Repeat from * 12 more times. HDC into next 20 stitches. **2 HDC into next stitch. HDC into next 2 stitches. Repeat from ** 12 more times. HDC into next 10 stitches. Join to first HDC. (144)
Row 20: CH 1, SC in the same stitch. CH 1. Skip one stitch. * SC into next stitch. CH 1. Skip one stitch. Repeat from * around. Join to first SC. (72)
Row 21-22: CH 1, SC in same SC. CH 1. Skip CH. * SC in next SC, CH 1. Skip CH. Repeat from * around. Join to first SC. (72)
Row 23-43: CH 1, HDC into same stitch. CH 1. Skip CH. *HDC into next stitch. CH 1. Skip CH. Repeat from * around. Join to first HDC. (72)
Row 44: CH 1, HDC into the same stitch. HDC into each chain and each stitch around. Join to first HDC. (144)

Finish off. Change colors (I changed mine to pink) Attaching to back loops only

*Tip* I actually counted and attached the yarn 11 stitches left of the seam… to help the seam stay on the side of the dress.

Row 45: Crochet into back loops for this row. CH 1, HDC into same stitch and each stitch around. Join to first HDC. (144)
Row 46: CH 1, HDC into same stitch and each stitch around. Join to first HDC. (144)

Finish off. Change colors (I changed mine to purple) Attaching to back loops only

Row 47: Crochet into back loops for this row. CH 1, HDC into same stitch and each stitch around. Join to first HDC. (144)
Row 48-49: CH 1, HDC into same stitch and each stitch around. Join to first HDC. (144)

Finish off. Change colors (I changed mine to pink) Attaching to back loops only

Row 50: Crochet into back loops for this row. CH 1, HDC into same stitch and each stitch around. Join to first HDC. (144)
Row 51: CH 1, HDC into same stitch and each stitch around. Join to first HDC. (144)

Finish off. Change colors (I changed to gray yarn) Attaching to back loops only.

Row 52: Crochet into back loops for this row. CH 1, SC into same stitch and each stitch around. .Join to first SC. (144)

Finish off and weave in your ends. This is where I attached my buttons. I attached them about 7 stitches apart. Counting 7 HDC between each button. I ended up having one extra button left from the pack of 20.

Ninja Turtle Mask

August 22, 2013 By stitch11 67 Comments

The Ninja Turtle Mask is in the theme of the popular Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Crochet a number of these in every color for each of your ninjas. #crochet #crochetlove #crochetlife #crochetaddict #crochetpattern #crochetinspiration #ilovecrochet #crochetgifts #crochet365 #addictedtocrochet #yarnlove During this last week, I have tried and tested countless crochet masks. My goal was to make 4 ninja masks in the theme of the TMNT. 9 masks later I finally got it! I love the technique of making this mask and am very proud to say I came up with it. Now that I have made so many (using this pattern I have written out for you) I already have many more ideas for masks that I plan to test out in the upcoming weeks. So find a ninja or superhero near you and create them a mask of their own!

Ninja Turtle Mask

Supplies

Medium weight yarn (Red Heart Super Saver or I Love This Yarn)
Using H hook
Yarn Needle (for weaving in your ends)
Iron and wet cloth (for killing yarn)
A Super Hero 😉

Stitches
CH- Chain
HDC- Half Double Crochet
DC- Double Crochet
HDC 3 Together
Slip Stitch

Get Started!

Row 1: CH 116, turn, skip 1 CH. SC in next 40 CH, HDC in next CH, DC in next 9 CH, 2 DC in next 2 CH. 3 DC in next CH. 2 DC in next CH. HDC in next CH. 2 HDC in next CH. HDC 3 together. 2 HDC in next CH. HDC in next CH. 2 DC in next CH. 3 DC in next CH. 2 DC in next 2 CH. DC in next 9 CH. HDC in next CH. SC in next 40 CH. slip stitch into the same chain. CH 1, turn.

Row 2: (working on the other side of the CH) SC in same CH and next 47 CH. CH 8. Skip 8 stitches. SC in next 3 CH. CH 8, skip 8 stitches. SC in next 48 CH. CH 1, turn.

Row 3: SC in the same stitch and next 37, HDC in next stitch, DC in next 9 stitches, DC into next CH. 2 DC in next 2 CH. 3 DC in next CH. 2 DC in next CH. HDC in next CH. 2 HDC in next CH. HDC in next CH. HDC 3 together. HDC in next CH. 2 HDC in next CH. HDC in next CH. 2 DC in next CH. 3 DC in next CH. 2 DC in next 2 CH. DC in last CH. DC in next 9 stitches. HDC in next stitch. SC in next 38 stitches.

Row 4: CH 1, SC around the entire piece. Join to first SC.

Now you need to weave in your ends. Lay the piece on a flat surface and kill the acrylic yarn! To do this you will need to lay a wet washcloth or towel over the piece and iron it. For a “How to kill acrylic yarn”check out Moogly's tutorial! *tip* killing and letting it air dry will help the fit

Simple and Practical Dish Cloth Crochet Pattern

September 13, 2012 By stitch11 31 Comments

I have been told many times by many people that I should start making washcloth sets. The thought of washing with a crocheted cotton washcloth did not sound very pleasant. Last week, the hubs and I took the kids to a nearby Canal Days where I seen many stands selling handmade items. At one of the stands there were loads of crocheted and knitted washcloths. When I picked one up and felt the light way texture I knew instantly that I had to make some DISH CLOTHS. Why I did not think of dish rags instead of washcloths in the first place, I have no idea, but these babies are genius!! Enjoy this FREE and simple dish cloth pattern!

Dish Cloth Crochet Pattern

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Turtle Love Crochet Pattern

August 2, 2012 By stitch11 100 Comments

I made this Newborn/Preemie, free crochet turtle photo prop for my beautiful nephew Hunter. He was born 10 weeks early weighing only 3 lbs. He is doing great! And so is the momma. A very strong family that not only have much love for one another, but also turtles. <3 Turtle Love, Presented by Stitch 11

Turtle Love Crochet Pattern

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Princess Crown

May 13, 2012 By stitch11 26 Comments

Today I am making my daughter a princess crown. I was following my older pattern when I realized I needed to make a couple small improvements. I hope you enjoy this one even more than the last. Also, check out the Kings Crown and the 0-3 month Princess Crown.

Princess Crown Crochet Pattern

Supplies:

Worsted Weight Yarn (I used Red Heart Super Saver)
F/3.75MM Crochet Hook

Abbreviations:

CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
HDC – Half Double Crochet
DC – Double Crochet
PS – Puff Stitch

Get Started!CH 72 (12 months) 76(for toddler) or CH 80 (for child size), slip stitch to first chain (make sure chain is not twisted)

CH 1, SC around, Connect to CH 1

CH 2, HDC around, Connect to top of CH 2

CH 1, SC around, Connect to CH 1

Slip stitch in next 22 (12 months) 24 (for toddler) or 26 stitches (for child), SC in next 4 stitches, HDC in next 5 stitches, DC in next 10 stitches, HDC in next 5 stitches, SC in next 4 stitches, turn,

skip stitch, 2 HDC in next stitch- CH 2- 2 HDC(all in one stitch), skip stitch, slip stitch

skip stitch, 2 DC in next stitch- CH 2- 2 DC(all in one stitch), skip stitch, slip stitch in next stitch, SC in next stitch

skip 2 stitches , 3 DC in next stitch- CH 2- 3 DC(all in one stitch), skip 2 stitches, SC in next stitch, slip stitch in next stitch

skip stitch, 2 DC in next stitch- CH 2- 2 DC(all in one stitch), skip stitch, slip stitch

skip stitch, 2 HDC in next stitch- CH 2- 2 HDC(all in one stitch), skip stitch, slip stitch in next 2 stitches

Turn, slip stitch in back across to the back of the crown but when you reach every CH 2 space on the top of each point you ~Slip stitch in Ch 2 space, CH 2, PS, Ch 2, Slip stitch in same CH 2 space~ (To do the puff stitch you need to yarn over, put hook in stitch, yarn over, pull through, repeat two more times, pulling yarn through a total of 7 hoops)

Finish off.

Toddler Sun Hat Crochet Pattern

April 27, 2012 By stitch11 27 Comments

This toddler sun hat crochet pattern is a simple and appealing design – perfect for your little ones when you're headed to the beach.

After making the 6-9 month and 12-18 month sizes for this sun hat, I knew I would be making the toddler size. This hat is just too cute!! Hope you all enjoy this free pattern made by your very own Stitch11. Also check out the child and adult sizes.

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