Crochet Ideas & Patterns

Inspirational modern crochet ideas. A range of crochet patterns, projects and diy ideas to use crochet in new stylish, unique ways. Free crochet patterns, downloadable pdf crochet patterns for men, women and kids. Quick and easy crochet patterns and crochet tips and tricks.
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Ever wondered what the difference is between crochet rib stitch worked in the back loop only and in the third loop? In Dora Does’ directory of crochet ribbed stitches, I take a look at different approaches to making crochet rib and directly compare blo and 3rd loop approaches. This blog post will help you choose an appropriate crochet rib stitch to add to your project.
Learn how to crochet ribbing with this range of techniques. Dora's directory of crochet rib stitches looks at different approaches to crochet ribbing using the back loop only (BLO), third loop, slip stitching, front loop only (FLO) and more. It includes examples using single and half double crochet. Whether you are crocheting a a hat, a cuff, hem, border or other edging, this post will help you choose the right ribbed crochet stitch for your project
Learn how to crochet the beautiful star shaped jasmine stitch with this step by step photo tutorial, then use the free shifting sands crochet snood pattern to practice!This stitch can be worked in any yarn and suitable crochet hook. Caron Simply soft stripes is used in the item pictured.This pattern is suitable for beginner crocheters with some experience#crochet #crochettutorial #learntocrochet #beginnercrochet #crochetstitch #jasminestitch #starstitch

Crochet stitch pattern tutorials

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The Mitred Minis Crochet Pattern includes 4 crochet projects, all crocheted with mitred squares joined together as you go. (Includes Crochet Mitered Square Tutorial) This includes a crochet pattern for a cowl, scarf, wrap shawl and blanket. It’s a great way to use your leftover yarn, part balls and stash bust so no yarn goes to waste! A unique diy crochet project perfect for a destash. The pattern is designed with find fingering weight yarn but the projects can be made with any yarn weight!
Want to know your aran from your worsted weight? Your 4ply from your sock yarn? This guide explains what yarn weight is, how it’s measured and how that will impact your crochet (or knitting) project. It also addresses some common misconceptions and includes a comprehensive yarn weight chart comparing the different names and weight categories so you’ll never mix them up again! Visit the blog to learn how to use yarn weight to your advantage!
This free crochet pattern makes a super cosy bobbly textured blanket as well as being a great opportunity to stash down. Make rainbow stripes, monochrome, colour pops, ombre or multicoloured - get creative with your colour choice! This is a beginner pattern with a video tutorial to help you make the round motifs and join them as you go! Make a baby blanket or king size throw and learn some simple fun techniques as you go! #crochetpattern #freecrochetpattern #bobbles

Stash busting crochet project ideas

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Lunar ripples is a free crochet shawl pattern for women. This half circle crescent crochet shawl pattern uses simple stitches and some more challenging / interesting techniques to create this stunning striped ripple effect. This crochet pattern is perfect for the intermediate level crocheter looking for something different with maximum impact. Visit to read free crochet pattern.
This crochet scarf pattern is a modern geometric textured crochet wrap pattern, made from chunky yarn. The ‘one step at a time’ crochet wrap pattern uses crochet post stitches to create a step like stitch pattern with subtle textured stripes . Gender neutral and great for crochet gifts. It’s a cozy and warm winter crochet wrap with lots of drape. Visit page for more information on materials, skills used and sizing.
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Crochet shawl patterns

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Always wanted to try crocheting clothes but wasn’t sure where to start? This post will help you through the process with tips and guidance on how to successfully crochet garments. It can seem intimidating at first but if you just work through step by step, you will get there! Join the hand made crochet clothing revolution and make beautiful crochet clothes that fit! i#crochet #crochetclothes
Ravelry: Keep it Simple Sweater pattern by Dora Does Made with DK cotton and bamboo blend yarn, this easy striped sweater will become a staple in your crochet wardrobe. Made using simple stitches this Striped pullover pattern is suitable for crocheters who have never made a sweater before. With 3/4 length sleeves and classic black and white stripes, this is a timeless design you will get your wear out of! #crochetsweater #crochetpatterns
This elegant modern top-down round yoke crochet jumper pattern uses post stitches to create a stunning cabled effect. The pattern is worked using double knit yarn, adding a modern pine forrest inspired twist to the classic Icelandic sweaters. The resulting make is a very wearable, practical, seamless (no sew!), warm, crochet top. The pattern is written in US Crochet terms for sizes XS - 3XL. It is suitable for intermediate crocheters or confident beginners!

Crochet clothes & garment patterns

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In this free easy crochet tutorial, you will learn how to join crochet mitred squares together as you go (jayg method). The step-by-step photo tutorial and accompanying video tutorials will show you how to crochet into row ends neatly, how to arrange your mitered squares and how to add a border as you go. This complete tutorial for joining mitred crochet squares will give you the inspiration, skills and confidence to start a new crochet mitred square project - which is great because the tutorial also includes some suggestions for crochet projects you can make by joining mitred squares! (including the crochet pattern you see pictured) Visit the site to read or watch the crochet tutorial for zero cost.
Learn this easy crochet square motif pattern for crochet mitred squares. This crochet tutorial shows you how to crochet a mitred square. As well as the crochet mitred square pictured you will also learn about other types of crochet mitered square as well as how to adjust the size of your mitered square and other ways to construct them. This is a beginner friendly crochet tutorial with a written and step by step photo tutorial and links to a video tutorial on youtube for both left and right handed crocheters. Learn this easy crochet square motif pattern for crochet mitred squares and start your next crochet project today! Created by Dora Does. Visit site to read the tutorial for free.
This crochet pattern offers 4 crochet projects made with mitred squares. It includes a written, photo and video tutorial showing you step by step how to crochet and join mitered squares as you go as well as a schematic diagram for the crochet projects. This four in one crochet pattern includes instructions for a cowl, scarf, large wrap / blanket scarf and small lap blanket. Pictured are the crochet cowl and scarf. This project is designed to use mini skeins from yarn advents or leftover yarn so is a perfect crochet stitch pattern for stashbusting. The mitred square motif can also be used to create a range of DIY crochet patterns.

Crochet Tutorials

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The hood in a snood crochet pattern is a unique crochet design of a shaped deep cowl which can be worn up as a hood or snood, or draped around your shoulders more like a traditional cowl. This crochet pattern idea is a cross between a snood, a hood and was inspired by the recent popularity of balaclavas, bringing the best of all crochet accessories together on one pattern. The crochet pattern uses easy ribbed stitches and simple short rows. Tutorial included.
Learn how to DIY acrochet hat with 14 free crochet hat patterns. This article will teach you how to crochet a winter hat 3 different ways using any crochet stitch patterns. 14 free crochet patterns for hats for adults, women, men, and children. An easy step-by-step crochet project tutorial with pictures showing how to crochet a basic beanie hat. |crochet hat patterns | how to crochet a hat | Crochet beanie hat pattern free | doradoes #crochethatpatterns
My Brother’s Beanie is a simple ribbed crochet beanie hat pattern perfect as a gift for men. Add a pom pom for the bobble hat tam or leave it without. This crochet hat pattern is designed differently to most with no gather round the crown. Quick and easy beginners crochet hat pattern crocheted from worsted weight yarn

Crochet Hats

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Free stash-buster crochet pattern. The ‘random rounds’ crochet afghan pattern is designed as a stash buster blanket to use up your leftover yarn. It’s an easy beginner friendly crochet blanket pattern made with simple stitches including the classic crochet moss stitch or linen stitch. Visit the pattern page for more information.
A classic aran crochet fishermans blanket. Crochet cabled blanket using unique crochet stitches. Includes step by step photo and video tutorials for the crochet stitches used. Fisherman crochet blanket for fishermancore season!
‘Big Love’ is a versatile, square crochet blanket pattern, seen here in double knit yarn. It lends itself to many uses from a baby or pram blanket or playmate. A full size afghan, a throw or even go for a chunkier yarn and make it into a rug or bathmat! Whatever form it takes, make it with Big Love! The unique texture in the pattern is created from linked crochet stitches worked in simple rounds. Even better, no holes!

Crochet Blankets

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This sporty Crochet Sweater Pattern will show you how to crochet a classic v-neck cabled crochet pullover. With modifications to work the pattern as a tank top for a man or a woman, the pattern is available in 8 sizes from XS - 4X / Chest / Bust size 81 -147cm or 28 - 58in. Using double knit (dk) yarn it uses post stitches to create the cable work. An intermediate pattern, it includes a video tutorial for the cable pattern and a schematic. Follow the link to learn more!
A crochet pattern to make a classic v-neck cricket or tennis style crochet sweater. It is a gender neutral / unisex design available in 8 sizes to fit chest 71- 147cm / 28-58 inches. Using double knit (dk) yarn, the pattern has instructions to make it as a sleeveless preppy tank top for the summer or with full length sleeves for cooler days. This pattern is intermediate level and uses post stitches to create the cables. The PDF pattern includes a video tutorial of the cable pattern repeat.
Keep it Simple Crochet Sweater Pattern. Stripy Women’s Crochet Jumper Pattern. Modern Boat neck, close fitting Crochet pullover made with bamboo cotton Double Knit yarn in sizes XS-3X. Easy pattern for beginners wanting to try a first garment! #crochetpattern #crochetsweater #slowfashion #keepitsimple #womanscrochet

Jumpers & Cardigans

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This crochet pattern is easy to make using simple stitches throughout. It's a fun crochet poncho which can also be finished as a crochet wrap instead. With lots of drape thanks to the easy mesh stitch it uses it gives the wearer an elegant look. You can dress it up for a formal occasion like a wedding or simply wear on a summer evening or afternoon at the beach! * Summer crochet poncho. Easy crochet poncho. Formal crochet wrap. Cute crochet poncho. Vintage crochet style. * Visit the ravelry listing for more details where you can access the free crochet pattern or purchase the PDF version of the crochet patterns.
Easy crochet shrug pattern. Free crochet pattern for cocoon style cardigan made with simple crochet stitches. Oversized crochet cocoon cardigan. Free crochet pattern. Crochet Cardigan. Double knit yarn simple beginner crochet stitches. Picture tutorial from dora does.
This easy crochet poncho pattern is made corner to corner using the classic c2c crochet stitch sometimes called crazy stitch or crochet block stitch. The crochet pattern uses ombre yarn and instructions to adjust the size to your needs. Includes step by step photo tutorial for corner to corner crochet and neck shaping. Free crochet poncho pattern. Easy crochet poncho. free crochet patter. corner to corner crochet c2c poncho. Crochet aesthetic. Ombre yarn. Free crochet pattern from dora does.

Crochet Ponchos, Wraps & Shawls

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Crochet scarf patterns using linked crochet stitches with tassels. Learn how to crochet linked crochet stitches with step by step photo and video tutorial. Free crochet scarf pattern with hand dyed yarn shown in sample - any lightweight fingering or 4 ply yarn can be used in this free crochet pattern. Learn a twist on basic crochet stitches. Easy, wearable crochet scarf pattern perfect for adventurous beginner crocheters. Quick one skein crochet scarf. Short crochet scarf or long crochet scarf - easy to adjust this crochet pattern for your preference. Visit site for crochet pattern details. US crochet terms used.
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Scarves & Cowls

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Ladies slippers crochet pattern
COZY! The slouchy Sierra crochet mukluk slippers are surprisingly easy to create and make a perfect quick crochet gift. Free pattern and step-by-step tutorial! via @makeanddocrew
Crochet Socks Pattern - These fun slouchy socks are perfect for a rainy day in! Slouchy socks crochet pattern for beginners.

Socks & Slippers

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A free crochet pattern, the Chunky Fingerless Gloves takes only 94 yards of your favorite bulky weight yarn! This is a great pattern for beginner crocheters to practice foundation stitches and the crab stitch or reverse single crochet stitch.
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A FREE beginner friendly crochet pattern. These mittens will fit you perfectly because they can be easily customized in length! They are the next pattern in my "Crochet Basics" series, which means they are simple and adorable. This free pattern is perfect

Gloves & Mittens

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This free crochet pattern uses the filet crochet technique to create circles and waves of crochet stitches using basic crochet stitches throughout. The top down, round yoke crochet sweater is available in multiple sizes to cover women's sizes XS-5XL. The crochet shirt is oversized making it floaty and chic for summers on the beach or in town. Pair with shorts or wide leg trousers for a casual relaxed but chic crochet look. The size inclusive crochet pattern includes charts tutorials for the filet crochet sections. A great crochet pattern to make if you want to try top down crochet sweaters for the first time and learn the fun you can have with filet crochet! Crochet pattern is free to read on the dora does blog (visit site to get right to the pattern) or available to purchase as PDF.
This simple crochet vest top pattern uses fingering weight yarn and simple stitches to create an elegant and wearable summer crochet wardrobe staple. The camisole style crochet vest uses a linen cotton blend lightweight yarn and upsizes on the crochet hook. The crochet top is a loose fit with lots of space for movement making it a very comfortable vest top with deep arm holes for a surfer beach vibe. Festival aesthtic crochet top suitable for experienced beginners. Make the top more boho with colourful or natural yarns. Non-stretch straps so you can wear and wash and wear all year! Photo tuturial included in crochet pattern.
Free crochet pattern for the crochet Beachcomber halter top a free pattern from Crafty Cruella on Joy of Motion Crochet. Perfect to wear during summer. Enjoy this beginner friendly crochet pattern for a women's garment that works up fast. Best garment crochet idea for summer #crochet #crocheting #crochetpattern #crochettop #crochetclothing via @joyofmotion

Crochet top patterns for women

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