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Free Crochet Patterns

Try your hand at crocheting with these free and easy projects. Check out these free amigurumi patterns, wearables, and more.

Basic Single Crochet Dishcloth

A great beginner project. Everything is spelled out and easy to follow.

Cell Phone Pouch

Check out this fun project that Belva submitted. She explain how she made this cute cell phone holder using felt and a few other supplies.

Crocheted Blue Jean Capris Craft

Kelli submitted this great blue jean and crocheting project. She transformed a pair of blue jeans into capris with a fancy crocheted hem.

Crocheted Blue Jean Skirt Craft

Kelli submitted this great blue jean and crocheting project. She transformed a pair of blue jeans into an adorable skirt.

Crocheted Ghost

This little ghost can be easily made into an applique, pin, or magnet.

Crocheted Greeting Card Bowl

Edith shares how she turned a handful of greeting cards into a beautiful bowl or basket.

Doll Blanket

This pattern contains photos illustrating how to do the stitches, along with extra explanation for beginning crocheters.

Football Coaster

This crocheted coaster is great for football games or themed parties.

Grocery Bag Tote Bag

Check out this amazing tote bag Kathie made using plastic grocery bags.

Patriotic Headband

This is a quick and easy crochet project from about About.com Guide to Crocheting, Sandi.

Plastic Shopping Bag and Shoe Purse

Learn how to use plastic pages and a shoe to crochet a unique purse.

Amigurumi Acorn

This pattern looks about as easy as they come!

Amigurumi Doll Pattern

Complete with bright blue button eyes, this amigurumi doll is adorable.

Amigurumi Snail

While I would not usually call any snail cute, this amigurumi snail is adorable.

Baby Bottle Amigurumi

Use crochet techniques to make this cute little baby bottle.

Basic Bucket Hat Pattern

I might make this as a fishing or sun hat. What do you think?

Big Fuzzy Spider Pattern

You can crochet one of these little spider stuffed animals in no time!

Birds of a Feather Crochet Pattern

I love these adorable little birds you can crochet. I think I will make several, all in different colors.

Cone Hat for all Sizes

Everyone in the family can make their own hats at the same time with this easy pattern!

Crazy Mixed Up Stitches Scarf

You get two patterns in one with this easy crochet scarf. Crochet yourself a warm winter scarf or a fun fashion scarf for summer.

Crochet Baby Bee

This is an adorable little black and yellow bumble bee you can make.

Crochet Head Hugger

This little beanie would be a hit with every member of the family.

Crocheted Fortune Cookie

You can whip up a big batch of these adorable fortune cookies in no time!

Crocheted Kerchief

Make one to match every outfit and for more spice, embellish your finished kerchiefs with colorful embroidery. One size fits almost everyone from teens to adults.

Crocheted Monkey

I love monkeys and I love crocheting, so I love this project!

Crocheted Tote Bag

Find out how you can make a reusable shopping bag by crosheting with strips cut from plastic grocery bags!

Cupcake Pattern

This is an adorable crochet project from Ana Paula's Amigurumi Patterns & Random Cuteness blog.

Double Crochet Sports Hat Patterns

These adorable crocheted hats can be modified to suit and sports fan. How fun!

Fun Flower Purse

A fun crocheted project. A fun gift idea for kids!

Funky Pigs Crochet Pattern

These crocheted pigs are too cute to resist.

Granny Square Motif Bag

Crocheted using recycled plastic bags this Granny Square Bag is a quick and fun project!

Hacky Sack

This little ball is crocheted and will be a favorite for all!

How to Crochet a Beanie

This is a pattern for beginners. This site teaches us how to crochet a simple beanie cap.

Jacques the Sea Turtle

Jacques is a fun and easy crochet pattern that is loved by children and cats alike. Also great way to use leftover yarn!

Lavender Bunny

While this bunny looks like it might be hard to make, the pattern looks easy enough!

Little Cafe Con Leche Cup

This free Little Cafe Con Leche Cup pattern is from from Amigurumi World.

Lollipup Puppy Doll

This is an easy and cute puppy you can crochet.

Squirrel Fridgie

Make this easy crocheted magnet that looks like a little squirrel.

S’more Amigurumi Pattern

If you want to go one step farther than the crocheted marshmallow I shared, why not make a crocheted s'more.

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