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Crocheted Baby Booties Free Pattern
Practical, pretty or both, this pattern provides the crocheter with a bootie blueprint. No knitting is required, and it makes a perfect gift.
More Chevron Stitches in Crochet
The chevron stitch has been around for a long, long time in crochet and knit. Update the look with a few tweaks and try it on a new project.
Chevron Stitch in Crochet
The chevron stitch has been around for a long, long time in crochet. Update the look with a few tweaks and try it on a new project.
3 Three-Color Crochet Motifs
These three 3-color crochet motifs are easy to make and a stitch to connect. Take advantage of their versatility to make...anything!
Crocheted Hexagon Motifs
Hexagon crochet motifs are very versatile as well as popular. They can be connected in any number of ways to make anything from coasters to vests to bedspreads.
Crochet Fun Hats for Kids and Adults
Crochet a floppy, large hat for kids' dress-up or adults' costumes.
Free Crochet Snowflake Patterns
Crocheted snowflake patterns allow a crocheter to make standalone snowflakes or to attach them to make a larger body of work.
Tote Bag Handles and Pocket Patterns
Everyone is encouraged to be as "green" as possible when shopping. This bag helps with just that, and it's so versatile that it can double as a purse, too.
Crochet an Earth-Friendly Tote Bag
Everyone is encouraged to be as "green" as possible when shopping. This bag does just that, and it's so versatile that it can double as a purse, too.
Easy Crocheted Girl's Headbands
Little girls will love these petite and pretty headbands. They work up quickly and a beginner can make them.
Free Crochet Flower Power Patterns
Floral appliqués can be added almost anywhere on clothing, pillows, backpacks, purses or any other personal items. Try these three free patterns to get started.
Free Crocheted Daisy Shaped Cushion Pattern
Girls will love this groovy flower shaped pillow. The pattern is easy enough for a beginner crocheter to stitch out in no time.
Girl's Crocheted Hat with Flower Accent
Little girls look absolutely darling in hats. Crochet a hat with a floral accent for an infant, toddler, or child.
Crochet a Wine Bottle Cozy Gift Holder
Crocheted cozies present gifts of wine in style, and can be used as unique bags after the wine is gone.
Easy Crocheted Beanbag Floor Chair
Make and then relax in a fun, colorful floor chair stitched in a rainbow of bright medium weight yarns. Great way to use up yarn scraps!
Free Crocheted CD Walkman Case Pattern
Most music lovers have iPods in this day and age, but some prefer using the older walkmans. Free crochet patterns for this type of cozy are becoming rare.
Embellish & Decorate a Crocheted CD Carrier
A CD cozy can be made plainly or with more decoration. Add these suggestions to make a Walkman carrier extra special.
Wheelchair-Adapted Crocheted Tote Bag
People who use walkers and/or wheelchairs will love a crocheted tote made just for their needs. Crochet a bag that attaches to mobility-assistance devices.
Crochet Easy Xmas Star & Tree Shaped Trivets
Use up bits and pieces of scrap yarn to make perfect hostess gifts for the holidays. Even beginners can learn how to crochet these star and tree trivets.
Symbol Crochet: A Visually Charted Way to Stitch
Crochet patterns can be confusing. An optional way of presenting them using crochet symbols is easier to read for some crocheters.
Free and Easy Crocheted Halloween Spider Pattern
Halloween is such a fun holiday for crocheters. Who doesn't love little "fridgies" and other decorations? A crocheted spider is cute, fun, and can be placed anywhere.
Free and Easy Halloween Pumpkin Crochet Pattern
A fiber-fill stuffed pumpkin can be crocheted from worsted weight yarn. The nice thing is it can be re-used every year, and doesn't require carving.
Free & Easy Halloween Crochet Patterns
These standing figurines are quick and easy to make. Trick-or-Treater's will love them and since scrap yarn is used, your budget will appreciate them too.
Crochet Cotton Thread Rose and Leaf
Crocheted flowers are always popular to make, give or receive. They can also be used as accents to just about any fabric.
Crochet Cotton Thread Flowers—Free Pattern
Crocheted flowers are always popular to make, give, or receive. They can also be used as accents to just about any fabric.


Contributing Articles in Crochet Patterns & Techniques

The Popcorn Stitch
The popcorn stitch can be added to many crochet patterns to add texture, interest and decoration.
How to Crochet Jewelry
The basic elements of this free crochet pattern can be adapted to create many types of wire jewelry such as rings, bracelets and chokers.
Summer Crochet - Toys
Toys are are perfect summer craft because they are small, quick and simple, but not boring.
Summer Crochet - Afghan Squares
When thinking of summer crochet projects, afghans do not come to mind first. However, an afghan that is made of multiple squares is a perfect summer project.
What is Filet Crochet?
Filet Crochet is an easy technique using just two stitches. Traditionally used for household items, beautiful clothes can also be made. Learn how to work the stitch here.
Summer Crochet - Bags
Crocheted bags are a good summer project both because they will not overheat you to make, and because they are useful during the summer as beach bags or purses.
Summer Crochet - Jewelry
Crochet often brings up images such as afghans and sweaters, which are not appealing in hot weather. However, jewelry is an option that does not involve sweltering.
Inside Crochet Magazine
Britain's only magazine dedicated to Crochet published March 2009. Issue One is reviewed.
How to Crochet Appliques
If you prefer small portable crocheting objects that don't require much yarn or time, you'll probably love crocheting appliques or motifs. Here's how.
Crocheted Power Book Cover
Protect Your Precious Notebook Computer with this straightforward Crocheted Cover. Great project for a budding crochet artist.
Using Colour with Tapestry Crochet
Tapestry crochet is a simple but effective technique which allows the crafter to add colour patterns to crochet.
How to Crochet with Thread
Discover the joy of crocheting with thread, as items made from thread crochet are both stunning and practical.