More Than 10,000 Crochet Patterns and Pieces

Crochet scarves are definitely a popular item to crochet, which is why there are many free crochet scarf patterns right here on this site. This article round up 100 of them for you.

You have one skein of yarn. What should you make? Here are more than 100 ideas!

This round up features more than one hundred different crochet patterns across all different categories from kids' clothing to women's shawls. All of these are free crochet patterns.

Here are another 150 crochet patterns, different from those shown above, all also offered for free. Each of these crochet patterns was designed in 2015, typically by an indie crochet designer who offers it on their blog or through Ravelry.

It is truly impressive how many indie crochet designers offer truly great patterns for free. This set of 100 patterns was also published online in 2015 and so many of these are timeless designs that will inspire you for many years to come.

Shawls, scarves, hats, blankets, motifs and more ... If there is a free crochet pattern that you want then there's a good chance that there's a version of it in this roundup.

This collection of shirts and sweaters has some of the most unique designs that you have ever seen. Some of these are patterns but most of them are just designs intended to capture your imagination and make you want to take your own craft further.

Freeform, oversized, hooded and more ... these 100 crochet scarves are among the most unique that you have ever seen and should inspire you to create your own fun designs.

This collection of hats begins with unique designs crocheted by artists and continues on with many other unique creations. You'll want to make a hat as soon as you've devoured these designs with your eyes.

You might think you have crocheted very shawl under the sun but you'll see from this roundup that there are so many more unique designs to try!

There are so many beautiful things to crochet - and so many unique ways to crochet those things. Here is a collection of crochet skirt ideas to capture your fantasy!

The amount of whimsy that went into this collection is astounding. If you aren't inspired to crochet after seeing these dresses then I'm not sure what might inspire you! The dress pictured here is by RuchkiKruchki who always has inspiring ideas!

This is a list of ten different topics that feature ten crochet patterns each. You'll find at least ten crochet patterns for pink crochet, crochet hearts, music lovers' crochet, crochet roses, crochet food, crochet neckties, crochet for bicycles, spa-at-home crochet, and summertime crochet. It's a mixture of many different things so there is sure to be something here that inspires you!

Sweet Sharna shares beautiful crochet items through lovely photos on Instagram. This is a collection of 100 of her best photos, showcasing the many different adorable things that she makes in crochet!

Sometimes all that you need is a little tip to point you in the right direction with crochet and then you're well on your way to your next creation. You will find 100+ crochet tips in this collection.

You will want to dive into each of these yarn photos, hook in hand, ready to crochet the world! The background photo here is by Aki of KnitPurlHook.

This is a mixture of many different things in crochet. Something here should capture your attention.

You'll have to get your hands on a copy of the book to see all of the 100 flowers in this book, but it is well worth it if you enjoy knitting and crocheting flowers!

Just want to look at other people's crochet flowers and get inspiration for your own? Here are 100+ beautiful images of crochet flowers and projects made with them.

This collection of links leads you to a combination of crochet patterns and inspirational photos, all featuring beautiful crochet flowers.

This is a collection of photos from Instagram, aggregated to showcase trends including beautiful crochet hearts, mandalas and granny squares.

Check out these 100 pretty crochet items and see if any of them make you want to pick up your hooks and yarn.

A round up of 84 free crochet patterns plus an additional 20 free one-skein crochet patterns gives us more than 100 more crochet patterns that don't cost a penny.

Here are ten more links to ten free crochet patterns each for yet another 100 free crochet patterns!

• 10 free crochet hook case patterns for people who want to make cases for their tools
• 10 Free Valentine’s Crochet Patterns if you're seeking to gift someone to someone you love
• 10 Free Craftsy Crochet Patterns in case you aren't familiar with this amazing site
• 10 Free Crochet Patterns from Cre8tion Crochet who designs beautiful items
• 10 Best Free Vintage 1930s Crochet Patterns for people...MORE who love this historic crochet patterns
• 10 Fabulous Free Crochet Patterns that Use 4000+ Yards of Yarn for people who really want a big project to invest their time in
• 10 Men’s Free Crochet Patterns in case you need to crochet for a man in your life
• 10 Free Sock Monkey Crochet Patterns, each one of which is more adorable than the others
• 10 Free Crochet Elephant Patterns, many of which are great makes for babies!

It is truly amazing how many free crochet patterns are available online. Here are one hundred more:

• 25 Most Popular Free Crochet Patterns. These are some of the most popular crochet patterns over time.
• 20 More Popular Free Crochet Patterns. When you run out of the patterns above, check out these!
• And then check out these 20 Popular Free Crochet Patterns 
• 15 Free Small Crochet Projects using Large Hooks. These all work up really quickly and are great instant gratification projects.
• 15 Free...MORE V-stitch Crochet Patterns. This is such a great easy stitch pattern!
• 5 Free Bicycle Seat Crochet Patterns. There may be only five crochet patterns here but every single one is just so cute!

Free crochet patterns are fabulous but it's also great to pay for patterns sometimes because this helps to support indie designers who are working hard to create quality patterns. If you want to do that, check out these 70 Best Crochet Patterns to Purchase and 44 More Crochet Patterns to Buy.

Want to make something to wear but aren't sure what it is that you're seeking to crochet? Here are more than 100 patterns for clothing:

• 15 Fabulous and Fun Crochet Clothing Patterns for anyone who wants to make clothes
• 20 More Excellent Crochet Clothing Patterns in case the first set isn't sufficient for you
• 13 Best Crochet Garment Patterns - popular patterns
• 5 Free Crochet Sweater Patterns and another 10 Crochet Sweater Patterns for Men
• 20 Popular Free Crochet Skirt Patterns for...MORE Women
• 15 Beautiful Free Crochet Dress Patterns
• 15 More Beautiful Crochet Dress Patterns
• 8 Beautiful Free White Crochet Dress Patterns for weddings and more

By the time you get to this point in the list, you might have already crocheted all of the scarves in those other roundups so here are another 100+ scarf crochet patterns for you.

• 50 Crochet Patterns for Scarves and Cowls, one of the best roundups of neckwear patterns
• 12 More Crochet Scarf and Cowl Patterns
• 35 Popular Crochet Patterns for Scarves and Cowls - there are just so many designs!
• 21 Wonderful Crochet Cowl and Scarf Patterns 
• 10 Best Crochet Scarf Patterns - some wonderful classic...MORE designs!

Crochet hats are great to make for all ages. There are simple ones and complicated ones and ones that really stand out from all of the others. Here are 100 crochet hat patterns to try.

• 50 Best Crochet Hat Patterns
• 30 Additional Crochet Hat Patterns
• 20 More Crochet Hat Patterns

The links in this article will take you to the free crochet patterns by designer Jessie Rayot of the site Jessie At Home. Jessie has patterns for sale as well, but she offers a diverse (and growing) number of free crochet patterns in many different categories.

This collection of photos celebrates many different aspects of crochet with an emphasis on crochet for Easter and spring. If you want to look at crochet bunnies, eggs and flowers, then you'll find plenty of inspiration here.

This is another collection of inspiring photos, including many from Ana of Woolyana who created a lot of pretty crochet doilies that are featured here.

I adore the crochet seashells and other creations from Oakherder. Find them, along with the makers of many other creators, in this fabulous collection of images.

Crochet accessories can be simple or intricate. They may include jewelry, boot cuffs, backpacks and other interesting items. Here are more than 150 crochet patterns for accessories of all kinds:

• 50 Best Crochet Accessories Patterns to bookmark for making all throughout the year
• 15 Pretty Crochet Accessories Patterns to gift or make for yourself.
• 15 Top Crochet Accessories Patterns of all time
• 20 More Crochet Accessories Patterns because really you can never have enough of them!
• 25 New Crochet...MORE Jewelry and Accessories Patterns for girls of all ages
• 10 Easy Crochet Bracelet Patterns for all ages
• 20 Amazing Crochet Jewelry Patterns you'll definitely want to make!
• 10 Free Crochet Jewelry Patterns for people who are seeking free options

When I asked on Instagram what the first crochet item was that people made for someone else, the overwhelming majority of people responded that they made a crochet blanket for someone. Want to crochet a blanket but need some ideas? Here are more than 100 crochet blanket patterns to choose from:

• 35+ Wonderfully Comfortable Crochet Blanket Patterns 
• 30 New Crochet Blanket and Baby Blanket Patterns to make and give to people you love
• 15 Adorable Animal Baby Blanket Crochet Patterns, which are...MORE perfect for baby's first gift!
• 20 Additional Crochet Blanket Patterns, which are perfect for any home
• 18 Awesome Crochet Blanket Patterns to inspire your hands to get crafting
• 15 Most Popular Free Crochet Baby Blanket Patterns that you have to bookmark if you like making baby afghans
• 10 Crochet Quilt Patterns; these blankets really do look like quilts!

This section of crochet patterns, many of which are free crochet patterns, are for some of the unique items that you might want to crochet, including crochet for the feet and crochet for summer.

• 20+ Crochet Pattern Sets, which are especially great when you want to make mommy-and-me crochet patterns or other pattern pairs that match one another.
• 9 Tapestry Crochet Patterns, which is one of the best crochet techniques for people who like colors and graphics
• 10 Chevron Crochet Patterns and...MORE then 30 more Chevron Crochet Patterns because chevrons are always in style!
• 10 Crocodile Stitch Crochet Patterns utilizing this unique stitch in crochet that makes a great textured scale design
• 9 Free Patterns for Crochet Slippers, which are cozy for everyone in the family during any season of the year.
• 5 Crochet Patterns for Pretty Feet, all by Mamachee, because she's one of the best crochet shoe designers.
• 10 Free Crochet Patterns for Barefoot Sandals, which are perfect for summer! You can also wear them with heels for a sexy style.
• 10 Crochet Swimsuit Patterns for looking sexy on the beach or just because!
• 7 Awesome Crochet Backpack Patterns for back-to-school
• One Dozen Tunisian Crochet Patterns, a niche worth trying if you're seeking to explore something new

What other people crochet is a great source of inspiration for many of us. This collection of stunning photos showcases the work of LittleCosyThings, who does truly adorable amigurumi crochet, as well as many other crafters' makes.

Bechancer is another great crochet designer who makes beautiful things, especially rich in color and eye-catching as you browse through work online. This roundup has more than one hundred photos of her work and the work of others also making amazing things.

Jane Feagans-King is yet another inspiring crafter who always makes me smile with her work - and makes me want to try to create something of my own, too. Here is a collection of crochet motifs and other ideas that she and additional crafters made.

Are you interested in combining crochet with other materials to make recycled or upcycled mixed media items? Whether you want to tear up fabric, plastic and other materials for crochet or you want to find ways to crochet around existing objects, the links in this article will lead you in the right direction. The image here shows how you can even upcycle plain old rocks with beautiful crochet.

Kara Gunza is a crochet designer who learned the craft from her grandmother and pays it forward now by offering many free crochet patterns on her website, Petals to Picots.

Kim Guzman, known online as CrochetKim, is another outstanding crochet designer who offers more than 100 free crochet patterns.

This crochet book will provide you with "50 Original Stitches & 50 Fabulous Colorways for Blankets and Throws," which is enough inspiration to keep you making ripple blankets for the rest of your life!

Here is another crochet book by Leonie Morgan that also shows you 100 new things in crochet. This time it's crochet granny squares, featuring different stitches and color combinations. Another great collection to add to your crochet library for endless ongoing inspiration.

The aforementioned granny square book is a terrific choice but it's not the only book on the market featuring more than 100 crochet patterns for squares and blocks. Another good choice is The Crochet Block Bible.

Crochet squares aren't the only motifs that are fun to make. This crochet book by Deborah Burger will inspire you to make many items from nature and symbols of daily life.

It is always a joy to crochet items for little kids. They work up fast enough to stay entertaining the entire time through making them. They're usually received by parents with joy. And it's something that could get passed on from year to year and child to child. Very special indeed. Here are more than 100 crochet patterns for babies and children:

• 40 Adorable Fun Crochet Patterns for Babies and Kids
• 25 Crochet Patterns Just for Kids
• 15 Crochet Patterns for Babies
• 15 Free Crochet Girls'...MORE Dress Patterns
• 15 More Crochet Girls' Dress Patterns

There are so many wonderful things that you can crochet for the home, from crochet rugs to crochet lampshades. The Crochet Awards rounded up 80 of the best home crochet patterns. And I've collected an additional 60 home crochet patterns.

When you want to learn to crochet, or merely to learn a new stitch in crochet, you need a set of crochet tutorials. Continue to get inspired to learn new things in the craft with these crochet tutorials:

• 75+ Crochet Tutorials
• 50 More Crochet Tutorials
• And 45 Additional Crochet Tutorials

Artists who use crochet as their medium really push the boundaries of what can be done in the craft. It's a really amazing thing to see, and it can be really inspiring to look at, whether you consider yourself a crochet artist or not. This article links to 150+ crochet art examples.

Stephanie Davies is an inspiring crafter who shares her work at A Bag Full of Crochet. In this collection of images, we see a selection of her beautiful crochet work alongside the amazing thread work of other people who love to crochet.

Check out the #crochetconcupiscence hashtag and you'll find thousands upon thousands of crochet images that will inspire your crafting. Here are 100 of the best.

We previously looked at 100+ home decor crochet patterns but there are much more to be explored. Let these inspire you:

• 21 Crochet Patterns for the Home
• 20+ Additional Crochet Home Decor Patterns
• 20 More Home Crochet Patterns
• 22 Kitchen and Bathroom Crochet Patterns and More Kitchen Crochet Patterns
• 10 Free Crochet Curtain Patterns + 7 More Crochet Curtain Patterns
• 10 Crochet Potholder Patterns,  9 More Crochet Washcloth, Dishcloth, Potholder Patterns and 20 Free Crochet Dishcloth...MORE Patterns
• 30+ Crochet Pillow Patterns

Consider this ... investing in this one book would mean that you could crochet one pattern every week for nearly two years just using the crochet patterns collected here!

These are not just crochet flowers, they are lace crochet flowers designed to be made using thread. It's a whole new world that might bring fresh ideas to your own hooks.

Caitlin Sainio, the author of the book 100 Lace Flowers to Crochet, also authored this collection of crochet snowflake patterns.

Trend Hunter has collected some of the most interesting things in crochet, particularly in crochet art, into a fabulous inspiring roundup.

AllFreeCrochet is a great resource for free crochet patterns. They have many pages of patterns that curate 100+ designs in one place, including this one with more than 100 free crochet patterns for men.

Fiber Flux is a fabulous blog featuring many free crochet patterns. There are also roundups here of crochet patterns from other sites including 50+ free crochet button patterns and 50 free crochet flower patterns.

This is another collection of the free crochet patterns that can be found right here on this site. There are more than 300 patterns linked up here, so you'll have lots of inspiration just from this article alone.

Tamara Kelly over at Moogly is a terrific crochet designer who has her finger on the pulse of what's happening in the industry. That's why her roundups of free crochet patterns are so inspiring. Here are some to check out:

• 30 Fast, Free Crochet Patterns for gifting or instant gratification
• 30 Free Fall and Winter Crochet Patterns
• 20 Small Free Crochet Patterns that use 100 yards of yarn or less each
• 20 Free Crochet Slipper Patterns for the whole family.

This site regularly features the work of Sarah Zimmerman from Repeat Crafter Me because it's always exquisitely well done and fun to craft. Check out her links to well over 100 free crochet patterns accessible on her website.

Two things that go well together are hearts and flowers. Here are more than 100 crochet patterns for those two things:

Crochet Flower Patterns

• 30+ Crochet Flower Patterns
• 22 Flower Crochet Patterns
• 16 New Crochet Flower Patterns
• 12 Easy Crochet Flower Patterns

Crochet Heart Patterns

• 20+ Crochet Heart Patterns
• 15 More Crochet Heart Patterns
• 13 More Crochet Heart Patterns
• 10 Weird Crochet Heart Patterns

The classic crochet granny square and all of its variations can continue to inspire us from the beginning to the end of our crocheting lives. Here are some options:

• 40+ Crochet Blocks and Squares Patterns
• 27 More Patterns for Crochet Blocks
• 21 Crochet Granny Squares
• 15 Free Granny Square Patterns

We will keep those granny square crochet patterns coming with this roundup of 100 patterns over at My Creative Nook.

Crochet Street has also rounded up a bunch of granny square crochet patterns along with tips for making projects using them.

Check out the ten granny square crochet books in this roundup and you'll discover that there are actually hundreds of more designs for granny squares out there!

Trying to get inspiration to crochet things for Christmas? Check these posts:

• 10 Cute Free Christmas Ornament Crochet Patterns
• 25 More Free Xmas Ornament Patterns
• 11 FREE Crochet Wreath Patterns
• 15 FREE Christmas Crochet Patterns
• 10 Favorite Free Crochet Xmas Patterns
• 10 More Terrific Free Christmas Crochet Patterns
• 20 Crochet Patterns Inspired by Angels

It is possible to crochet everything from the bridal bouquet to the wedding dress. This collection of ideas should inspire any bride.

The Mandalas for Marinke project has collected beautiful, unique crochet mandalas from contributors all around the world. Check out all of them for a major dose of inspiration.

Take a gander at the crochet pillows and cushions that other people have carefully crafted to get a sense of what you might want to make for your own home. The one pictured here is by Marianne Dekkers-Roos.

Each of these crochet boards has its own collection of themed crochet including crochet patterns of all kinds. 

This HubPages collection teaches the basics of learning how to crochet and then shares links to top free crochet patterns.

 WonderfulDIY shares that Heidi May is a designer offering more than 100 patterns through Ravelry.

Colorful crochet, especially rainbow colored crochet, is what this craft is all about! Check out 50 colorful crochet examples and 60 crochet rainbows.

Looking for inspiration for crocheting in the round? Check these out:

• 40+ Crochet Mandala Patterns
• 20 Crochet Mandalas for more inspiration
• 20 Best Crochet Circle Patterns
• 35 Free Crochet Doily Patterns

Oombawka Design does some terrific roundups of crochet patterns. Check out what she put together for 50 crochet blankets and 50 crochet baby blankets.

Oombawka also has some great collections of accessories crochet patterns including 50 crochet scarf and cowl patterns and 50 crochet brooch patterns.

Got a hankering to crochet some amigurumi or stuffed animals? Here are those roundups:

• 20 Amigurumi Crochet Patterns 
• 10 Beginner Amigurumi Crochet Patterns
• 18+ Amigurumi and Animal Crochet Patterns
• 25 More Amigurumi Crochet Patterns with Tips
• 15 Extra Animal and Amigurumi Patterns
• 10 Free Crochet Elephant Patterns
• 7 Crochet Penguin Patterns

Oombawka has rounded up 50 amigurumi crochet patterns. And Melinda Whicher-Micciche offers a Kindle crochet book with another 50 amigurumi patterns.

Oddly, we've made it this far without talking about crochet shawl patterns (although some are in that roundup of 100 unique crochet shawls). They're a popular item to make, and you can make them in all sorts of shapes and sizes. Here are 100+ to inspire you:

• 20 Crochet Shawl Patterns
• 20 Free Triangle Shawl Crochet Patterns
• 14 More Crochet Shawl Patterns
• 10 Free Crochet Shawl Patterns
• 10 More Free Crochet Shawl Patterns
• Top 10 Crochet Shawl Designers and 40 of their shawl patterns

Oombawka gives us excellent inspiration with her roundup of 50 crochet potholder patterns. And Crochet for the Kitchen is a book with another 50 patterns for you. Plus there is 35+ Potholders to Crochet, another great book for this niche.

These fascinating crochet art dolls are sure to inspire you:

• 40 Fascinating Crochet Dolls
• 12 ​Unique Crochet Dolls
• 10 More Crochet Dolls
• 15 Free Crochet Doll Patterns
• RicePuddingBaby's Crochet Dolls
• Crochet Dolls by Akua, Catherine, and Ingrid

Want to crochet something to go in the bath? Oombawka Design rounded up 50 crochet bathtime patterns. You'll find 20 more bath crochet patterns in the Bathtime Buddies book. And you can find oodles of free crochet bath patterns here.

Here are some additional roundups of crochet patterns and ideas that are unique and special:

• 15 Crochet Lamps
• 16 More Crochet Lights
• 30 Crochet Umbrellas
• 15 Crochet Cacti
• 15 Cute Crochet Coin Purses
• 19 Unique Crochet Items

 Yummy! Crochet photos and inspiration for food-inspired craft:

• 40 Free Amigurumi Crochet Food Patterns
• 20 Candy Corn Crochet Items
• 10 Free Candy Corn Crochet Patterns
• 10 Cotton Candy Crochet Patterns
• 10 Food Crochet Patterns
• 10 More Yummy Food Crochet Patterns
• 10 Watermelon Crochet Patterns
• 10 Pumpkin Crochet Patterns
• 10 Crochet Candy Photos

There might not be anything that amazes me more than micro crochet. Get inspired:

• 20 examples of microcrochet
• 20 more examples of teeny crochet
• 10 art pieces by Elin Thomas
• 25 cutest miniature crochet animals
• 15 more crochet minis
• 8 microcrochet tips
• Some micro crochet basics

Ideas for what to crochet for Halloween, Thanksgiving and the season of fall.

Fall Themes

• Top 25 Autumn Crochet Patterns
• 22 Crochet Leaf Patterns
• 10 Free Crochet Football Patterns for Fall

Halloween Patterns

• 10 Favorite Halloween Crochet Patterns
• 10 Free Candy Corn Crochet Patterns
• More Halloween Crochet Patterns

Thanksgiving Patterns

• 8 Amigurumi Turkey Free Crochet Patterns
• 10 Thanksgiving dinner table free crochet patterns
• 10 free Turkey hat crochet patterns

Ideas to crochet as the months of the year warm up.

St. Patrick's Day Crochet

• 18 Crochet Clover and Shamrock Patterns
• 10 More Free Shamrock Crochet Patterns
• 9 Extra St. Patrick’s Crochet Patterns

Easter Crochet

• 10 Free Crochet Easter Basket Patterns
• 10 Free Crochet Easter Egg Cozy Patterns

Spring Crochet

• 10 Free Pastel Crochet Patterns for Spring
• 15 Cherry Blossom Flower Crochet Patterns

Summer Crochet

• 25 Summer Crochet Patterns
• 10 Free Summer Crochet Patterns
• 10 Red, White, and Blue Crochet Patterns

Ripples, waves, chevrons ... whatever you want to call them, they are classic and beautiful and inspiring.

• 60 crochet chevrons
• 30+ chevron crochet patterns
• 27 chevron star crochet blankets

Take some inspiration from these popular ideas in crochet:

• 35+ crochet baby blankets
• 20 v-stitch crochet designs
• 20+ crochet bunting designs
• 20 ideas for cross-stitch on crochet
• 12 ideas for Tunisian crochet

Have you ever thought of crocheting these things?

• 20 crochet garden creatures 
• 20 crochet elephants
• 20 ideas for stained glass crochet
• 20 hemp crochet designs
• 15 crochet pigs
• 7 tissue box cozies

This is a collection of 101 crochet projects, designed by a myriad of awesome people, each of which uses only one skein of yarn.

Here is another great book that offers dozens and dozens of patterns. This one is all about purses.

Dogwood Apps publishes this ebook of crochet flower patterns. 

This crochet book by Leisure Arts explores one topic - post stitches - in great depth. Fabulous collection. 

There really are more crochet flower patterns than you could ever imagine.

This Leisure Arts crochet book is a definitive guide to all crochet wave patterns.

Keep on looking at those patterns and you'll keep getting inspired. 

Here are even more!

• 25 Free Crochet Purse Patterns
• 20 Broomstick Lace Crochet Patterns
• 17 Striped Crochet Patterns
• 13 Bobble Crochet Patterns
• 10 Tooth Fair Pillow Crochet Patterns
• 10 Free Finger Puppet Crochet Patterns
• 10 Breast Cancer Awareness Crochet Patterns
• 10 Openwork Crochet Patterns

Finally, get inspired to crochet by taking a look at all of these articles that explore the health benefits of crochet!