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1893 Circle Motif Reworked Free Pattern Directions
At About Crochet: Pattern directions for a circular pattern, reworked from an 1893 Fancy Work Manual publication. Use for a coaster or small doily if made with worsted weight yarn or for a motif to sew on clothing when crocheted with thread.
1902 Beaded Chatelaine Purse Chart and Instructions
Free pattern to crochet a 1902 beaded purse, called a chatelaine. This handbag is a glimpse at the history of fashion accessory styles in the early 1900s of which you can now made an authentic reproduction.
1940 Hats Styles From the Past 1917 Tam Calot Rosebud Cap Free Patterns
Free patterns for a variety of hat styles from the 1940's back to 1917, such as the tam, calot, pagoda, rosebud cap.
1940s Handbag Style One
sport weight yarn novelty yarn soutache slip stitch finished size: Free pattern for a 1940s handbag, Style #1
1940s Handbags
Now you can crochet some 1940's purses; free patterns for three different styles.
8-point Star FaceCloth or Dishcloth
Free pattern for an 8-point star cotton face cloth/washcloth/dishcloth, that's crocheted in the round.
A Christmas Potholder to Crochet - Free Pattern - "Wordless Wednesday"
A Christmas Potholder to Crochet - Free Pattern -
A Face Cloth In The Antique Phylis Stitch Pattern Free Instructions
A face cloth pattern using an antique crochet stitch. Crocheted with a soft worsted weight yarn. Photo with a closeup look at the stitches used.
A Single Red Rose
A single rose to cross-stitch. Work the design on aida cloth or on a crocheted afghan stitch or single crochet background.
A Tassel A Day with Seven Tassel Patterns from the Early 1900s
Free patterns for some interesting crocheted tassels, found in books printed in the early 1900s.
A Two Double Crochet Cluster Stitch How To
Learn how to crochet a cluster stitch made up of two double crochet stitches, with these photos and instructions.
About - Crochet Buyer's Guide
Find Guide reviews, top picks, and advice you can use before you buy.
About The Book Hip to Crochet
About the patterns contained in the book Hip To Crochet and the pattern instructions style that crocheters will appreciate. About crochet techniques that are contained in the book, such as how to do felting and more. A link is given where you can compare prices of online sources.
About The Orphan Foundation of America
More information on what the Orphan Foundation of America is all about. The Red Scarf Project - crocheters and knitters participate in this charity project.
Accessories Patterns Hats Scarves Handbags More
Where to find free patterns for accessories, such as hats, scarves, handbags and more.
Adding Crochet to Embroidered Chain Line - Attach Crocheting to Fabric
Photos showing the steps for adding crochet to a line of embroidered chain stitches. For example, using this method to add a crocheted topper to a kitchen towel, without having to do any hemming to the towel.
Adding Details to Your Crocheted Flower
Here are instructions for adding details to a crocheted flower. This page is part of a step-by-step crochet tutorial that teaches you how to make a thread crochet flower from start to finish. This tutorial accompanies a free crochet pattern for a layered stitch choker style fashion necklace.
Adding The Marker Tail To The Vs and Fans Bookmark
This page of the bookmark pattern gives directions for adding a crocheted tail to the bookmark end. The example photo shows an optional decorative bead added.
Adding a Third Round to a Six-Sided Granny Motif Hexagon Shape
Pattern directions for crocheting a third round on a granny style motif that has six sides.
Adeline Cordet Edging Number 124 Pattern Free Instructions
An antique pattern, rewritten in today's crochet terms. Free instructions for crocheting this edging design.
Adjusting Afghan Square Sizes
Examples of ways to adjust the size of afghan square patterns to come up with the size you need.
Adjusting the Size of an Oval Pattern
At About Crochet: Hints for making an oval pattern smaller or larger. For example, this can be helpful if you want to make a tablecloth to fit a certain size table and you need to change a pattern to result in that finished size.
Afghan Number Four Color Arrangement of the Daisy and Black-Eyed Susan Flower Design
This page shows one of the color placement possiblities when arranging the daisy and black-eyed susan flower squares for this afghan.
Afghan Number Seven Made With Thirty Blocks Ideas for Arranging Color Daisy and Black-Eyed Susan Flower Squares
This page shows one of the color placement possiblities when arranging the daisy and black-eyed susan flower squares for this afghan.
Afghan Square Outside Round Instructions
Instructions to crochet the outside round for the Spider Lace and Blocks afghan square.
Afghan Square Patterns - 7 Inch Squares
Seven inch size free crochet afghan square pattern links.
Afghan Square Up-Down Stitch Variation Free Crochet Pattern
This pattern alternates the up-down stitch with areas of other stitches to make a variation on the traditional all-over up-down stitch patterning. This pattern is made with only single and double crochet stitches.
Afghan Square With Spider Design Simplest Form
Free instructions, showing how to crochet an afghan or bedspread square with this lovely antique design, which is basically a version of filet crochet with a wide, open lace portion in the center.
Afghan Squares With Easy V-Stitches - Free Crochet Patterns
A listing of free patterns for squares that are easy to crochet. Each square in this list has v-stitches used within the design.
Afghan Stitch Purse With Beaded Crochet Apple Applique - Free Pattern for an Afghan Stitch Purse
This afghan stitch purse has a beaded crochet apple applique; it is also decorated with hand stitching. Here's the free pattern for the afghan stitch purse, with links to the free apple pattern and also to photo tutorials to help you understand how to do the beaded crochet technique.
Afghans To Crochet For Kids - Free Patterns
Fun afghans to crochet for kids. Links to the free patterns.
Aircraft Sampler Afghan Square Number One Free Charted Pattern
Airplane design, charted to either crochet colors in or do as a cross-stitch design on a crocheted background or on aida cloth.
Airplane Charted Design Free Pattern - Number Five In Aircraft Chart Series
Free pattern for a chart featuring an airplane, part of an aircraft charted design series.
Airplane Square Number Four For Crocheted Afghan Free Pattern
Another square in the series. Airplane design, charted to either crochet colors in or do as a cross-stitch design on a crocheted background or on aida cloth.
Airplane Square Number Two For Afghan Free Pattern
Second square in the series. Airplane design, charted to either crochet colors in or do as a cross-stitch design on a crocheted background or on aida cloth.
Alicia Stitch Free Instructions
Instructions for crocheting this stitch pattern.: worsted weight yarn sandi marshall cluster stitch hook size afghan square
Alphabet Charts
Links to some free alphabet charts. Useful for creating your own filet crochet name doily charts or for cross stitching on a crocheted background.
American Flag of 1795 to Cross-Stitch
Historic American flag design to cross-stitch. Work the design on aida cloth or on a crocheted afghan stitch or single crochet background.
Ana Paula Rimoli's Amigurumi Crochet Patterns Blog
This is a profile of Ana Paula Rimoli's crochet blog. Her blog features free patterns for cute stuffed toys and dolls that are worked in single crochet.
Anchoring the Second Layer of Stitches to the Top of the Necklace
This page is part of a free crochet pattern and tutorial that will teach you how to crochet a choker necklace with a flower embellishment. In this step, you will learn how to anchor the top layer of stitches to the lower layer using slip stitches.
Angel Bear Free Chart
An angel bear design, an original by Sandi Marshall, worked from a chart. Cross-stitch or crochet it with color changes. Make it in thread for an ornament or with yarn for a pillow. Free chart and instructions.
Angel Patterns
Links to free angel theme patterns. Filet crochet, cross-stitch on crochet.
Animal Patterns
Links to free patterns that have an animal within the design.
Another Name For The Roll Stitch Trivia Question
Do you know another name for the crochet roll stitch? Choose your answer in this trivia poll.
Another Step In Tying The Fringe Strands
A photo illustrating the tying of crocheted chain fringe strands together for a look that's a bit fancier than plain fringe.
Antique Rings And Roses Edging
Free pattern instructions to crochet an unusual rings and roses edging, reworked from an antique pattern.
Antique Spider Design In Its Simplest Form
Free instructions, showing how to crochet this lovely antique design, which is basically a version of filet crochet with a wide, open lace portion in the center.
Apple With Hollow Heart Center Color Chart Great Back To School Teacher Gift
Apple chart, could be used for doing cross-stitch on a crocheted background. Suitable for traditional cross stitch on aida cloth or for adapting to other needlecrafts.
Apron to Go With Mrs. Teddy Bear's Pilgrim Dress Free Pattern
Apron pattern to go with Mrs. Teddy Bear's Pilgrim dress free pattern.
Aran Design Patterns Texture Stitches
Free patterns for crocheted items in an aran design. Texture stitches, and sometimes cables, are used in these patterns.
Asian Butterfly Design
This charted pattern features a butterfly whose home is the mountainous areas of Asia. Photo example of this chart worked in cross-stitch on a crocheted afghan square. Link to the free chart.
Asian Manto Butterfly Charted Design
A photo showing the Manto Butterfly in cross-stitch on a crocheted afghan square. A link to the free chart for this butterfly pattern.
Asian Manto Butterfly Graph
Free color chart for a Manto Butterfly, suitable for many different needlecraft techniques.
Assembled Afghan Number Six Ideas for Arranging Color Daisy and Black-Eyed Susan Flower Blocks
This page shows one of the color placement possiblities when arranging the daisy and black-eyed susan flower squares for this afghan.
Australian-American Team Form Helping Handz Charity Discussion List
What better way to get involved in crocheting for charity then to join a crochet discussion list whose primary goal is to make a difference for charity. See how you can join this great list too.
Baby Bibs Patterns
Links to free crochet patterns for baby bibs.
Baby Blanket In Shells and Clusters
A shells and clusters design in a soft sport weight baby yarn. Free pattern directions with extra photos to help you learn how to crochet the shell and cluster combination.
Baby Chick
Free small chart for a baby chick in filet crochet.
Baby Chick Front View Small Chart for Filet or Cross Stitch and Links to Baby Chicks Clip Art and Photo
Free needlecraft chart of a baby chick shown from the front view, looking like he's thinking about trying to take flight. This is the same finished size as the baby chick side view chart. Combine the charts within a project. Links to clip art and photos of baby chickens and wild bird chicks.
Baby Chick Front View Written Instructions For Filet Crochet In A 3dc Mesh
Instructions written out, row by row, for crocheting a baby chick filet crochet design in a three double crochet mesh. Free needlecraft chart of a baby chick shown from the front view, looking like he's thinking about trying to take flight.
Baby Chick Side View Small Chart for Filet Crochet or Cross-Stitch
Free needlecraft chart of a baby chick shown from side view. This is the same finished size as the baby chicken front view chart so you could combine the charts within a project.
Baby Clothes Patterns
Links to free crochet patterns for baby sweaters, hats, booties, layette sets.
Back To School Theme Free Patterns
Links to free patterns for crochet accessories and items that are useful for school or that have a school theme.
Back View Photo of the Crocheted Cloche Hat
This is a large-sized picture of the back of the crocheted cloche hat. This photo accompanies the free cloche hat pattern.
Back of Christmas Potholder Plus Instructions for How to Finish the Christmas Potholders
This page features instructions for making the back of the Christmas potholders, and also how to finish them. The finishing instructions include a crocheted edging. This page also includes links to some potholder variations.
Back of Dotted Blocks Open Top Hat - Photo
This photo shows how the short rows look on the back of the hat.
Bag with Subtle Fleur-de-lis Patterning
Free pattern for a crocheted sack-type handbag, with optional fleur-de-lis motif design to crochet in.
Bags, Purses and Handbags
Find free patterns for crocheted bags, purses and handbags.
Basic Crochet Stitches - Learn Beginner Basics For Crocheting
At About Crochet: A list of the most basic stitches used in crocheting. Links to instructions for learning how to do those crochet stitches.
Basic Crocheted Flat Circle With Open Center
Photo and instructions, showing how to crochet a basic flat circle, that begins with a chain loop, leaving an open center.
Basic Crocheted Flat Circle With Solid Center
Photo and instructions, showing how to crochet a basic flat circle in single crochet, using the method of joined rounds.
Basic Crocheted Triangle Shape - Learn Round One
A close look photo shows how to crochet the first round of a basic triangle shape, with pattern instructions given.
Basic Crocheted Triangle Shape - Learn Round Two
Pattern instructions and a close look photo show how to crochet the second round of a basic triangle shape.
Basic Five Sided Pentagon Shape Granny Style Motif
Free pattern showing how to crochet a five sided pentagon shape Granny Style Motif.
Basic Single Crochet Triangle Scarf Pattern - Also Called Kerchief Babushka Headscarf Do-Rag
This is a basic triangle head scarf made in single crochet. You will sometimes see this type of head piece called a kerchief, babushka headscarf or do-rag.
Basic Six Sided Two Round Granny Style Crocheted Motif Free Pattern
A small shaped motif with six sides, made in a granny style. Instructions and photo.
Basic Techniques Photos for Learning Crocheting
At About Crochet: Photos showing close looks at crocheting that teach some basic techniques like the meaning of the second chain from hook in a starting chain, skip a stitch and more. The stitches are marked on the photos for easy understanding and learning.
Basic Towel Topper to Cross Stitch
Free towel topper pattern, crocheted with cotton thread; intended to be finished with cross stitch.
Basket Free Patterns
Links to free crochet patterns for various types of baskets.
Bat Headband Free Crochet Pattern
Free pattern for a headband with a bat design added in cross-stitch on the single crochet background.
Bat Shape Crochet Pattern for Applique or Stuffed Decoration - Halloween Party Accent
Pattern for a bat decoration to crochet. Could be used for an applique to sew on hats or clothing or glue on a backpack, scrapbooking accents; also great for a Halloween party decoration.
Bat Silhouette Cross Stitched on Crocheted Wide Wrist Band
A bat silhouette cross stitched on a crocheted wide wrist band. There are links to the free chart for the bat design and to the basic wrist band free pattern.
Bat Theme Charted Patterns for Needlecrafts - Cross Stitch or Filet Crochet
These charted bat theme patterns can be useful for cross stitch, filet crochet and can be adaptable for other needlecrafts.
Bathroom Accessory Free Patterns
Free patterns for bathroom accessory items to crochet, such as washcloths.
Beaded Apple Purse - Free Pattern
Beaded Apple Purse - Free Pattern
Beaded Crochet Apple Motif - Free Pattern for a Beaded Crochet Apple Motif
Here’s a free pattern for a beaded crochet apple motif. You can use this beaded apple as an applique on the project of your choice; it’s a great way to dress up purses, bags, totes, art quilts, wall hangings, collages or similar projects.
Beaded Crochet Project Ideas- Free Ideas for Beaded Crochet Projects
This page is part of a tutorial for an easy beaded crochet technique; this page features free beaded crochet project ideas.
Beaded Crochet Snowflake - Free Pattern for a Beaded Crochet Snowflake
Here is a free pattern for a beaded crochet snowflake motif. Use this free crochet pattern to create a snowflake Christmas tree ornament, refrigerator magnet, or stocking stuffer.
Beaded Crochet Snowflake - Free Pattern for a Beaded Crochet Snowflake
Here is a free pattern for a beaded crochet snowflake motif. Use this free crochet pattern to create a snowflake Christmas tree ornament, refrigerator magnet, or stocking stuffer.
Beaded Crochet Snowflake - Free Pattern for a Beaded Crochet Snowflake
Here is a free pattern for a beaded crochet snowflake motif. Use this free crochet pattern to create a snowflake Christmas tree ornament, refrigerator magnet, or stocking stuffer.
Beaded Crochet Technique - Beaded Crochet Examples to Make With This Technique
This page is part of a tutorial for an easy beaded crochet technique; this page features beaded crochet examples.
Beaded Crochet Technique - Choosing Beads and Yarns to Use for Beaded Crochet
This page is part of a tutorial for an easy beaded crochet technique; this page features suggestions for choosing beads, yarns, threads, fibers, and crochet hooks.
Beaded Crochet Technique - Crocheting the First Few Stitches for the Beaded Crochet Technique
Here is a tutorial for an easy beaded crochet technique; this page features instructions for how to crochet the first few stitches.
Beaded Crochet Technique - Crocheting the Top Row of Beaded Crochet Stitches
Here is a tutorial for an easy beaded crochet technique; this page features instructions for how to crochet the top row of stitches.
Beaded Crochet Technique - Free Tutorial for an Easy Beaded Crochet Technique
Here is a free tutorial for an easy beaded crochet technique. You can use this technique to make a single row of crocheted beadwork. This technique is useful for making beaded motifs such as snowflakes, apples, hearts, flowers, and leaves.
Beaded Crochet Technique - Free Tutorial for an Easy Beaded Crochet Technique
Here is a tutorial for an easy beaded crochet technique; this page features instructions for how to finish crocheting the top of the row and flip the work over.
Beaded Crochet Technique - Free Tutorial for an Easy Beaded Crochet Technique
Here is a tutorial for an easy beaded crochet technique; this page features instructions for how to crochet the reverse side of the beadwork row.
Beaded Crochet Technique - Free Tutorial for an Easy Beaded Crochet Technique
Here is a tutorial for an easy beaded crochet technique; this page features instructions for how to finish the beaded crochet piece.
Beautiful Vintage Edging Step-by-Step Photo Instructions
Follow the photo instructions, one step at a time, to recreate this beautiful vintage edging.
Before You Buy Books
Tops picks to help you in making a choice of books that you would enjoy owning in your home library. Books are a great way to learn to crochet or to learn new techniques, as well as to have a ready reference source of answers to crochet questions. Pattern books can be a great source of enjoyment in browsing and in crocheting new patterns you haven't tried before.
Before You Buy Crochet-related Items
When you are making crochet-related purchases, some things to think about. Top picks of crochet pattern books and more.
Before You Buy Videos
Learn to crochet and/or advance your skills by watching video crochet demonstrations. A few advantages of a video are being able to learn at your own pace and having the ability to watch any part over and over as many times as needed.
Beg
Crochet abbreviations – find the meaning of the crochet abbreviation "Beg."
Beginner Crochet Pattern - Easy Afghan Square
This is a great learning pattern for beginning crocheters to easily learn some basic crochet techniques, made easy with the extra photos that go along with the pattern directions.
Beginner Pattern - Learn To Crochet a Baby Blanket or Lapghan
Free pattern to crochet an easy baby blanket. This size can also be used as a lapghan. The directions are written out in full words (no abbreviations) to help beginning crocheters.
Beginners Chain Scrunchie Photos
Larger photos of the chains scrunchie from the beginner pattern.
Beginning Steps for Crocheting a Flower Using Embroidery Floss
This page is part of a step-by-step crochet tutorial that teaches you how to make a thread crochet flower. This tutorial accompanies a free crochet pattern for a layered stitch choker style fashion necklace.
Bell Lace Free Pattern - Crocheted Edging For Wedding Bells or Christmas Color Bell Home Decor Decoration
A crocheted lace edging, with shells running across the top, accenting a row of bells. Make in white for wedding bells or in holiday colors for Christmas bells.
Bells Free Patterns
Free crochet patterns with a bell theme.
Bhutanitis Mansfieldi Butterfly Chart
Free pattern chart for the Bhutanitis Mansfieldi Butterfly.
Bikini Free Crochet Patterns
Links to free patterns around the Internet for crocheted bikinis. Various sizes, crochet bikini tops and bottoms in different styles.
Birds Filet Square and Sweater Free Charts
Make a Roaring Twenties filet crochet sweater; also on this page, bird charts for filet crochet or cross stitch.
Birds Filet Sweater Free Charts with Added Directions by Sandi Marshall
(sandi marshall, 8 balls, size thread, perle cotton, bottom front, armhole, roaring twenties, free charts, neckline, dc dc, cellpadding, cellspacing, bgcolor, mesh, wardrobe, birds, chains, hook, photo, filet crochet,Directions modernized by Sandi Marshall so you can more easily make a )
Black Cat Chart
This chart features a cat that would make a great black Halloween cat; chart suitable for filet crochet, crocheting colors in, cross stitch, needlepoint, plastic canvas or duplicate stitch on knitted background.
Black Edging On Orange For Halloween Decor
Example of a use for the fast and easy edging crocheted in black thread and added to an orange item for Halloween decor.
Black Widow Spider Free Chart For Cross-stitch or Filet Adaptable to Other Needlecrafts
Black Widow Spider design that can be done as a cross-stitch design on aida cloth or cross-stitched on a crocheted background, also adaptable for other types of needlecrafts. Filet crochet instructions included.
Black-Eyed Susan Flower Color Chart for Cross-Stitch
Free color chart of a single black-eyed susan flower that can be combined with the daisy chart for various projects.
Blending Yarn Colors to Make Colorful Potholders
Blending Yarn Colors to Make Colorful Potholders
Blocking Starching Stiffening Crocheted Items Links For Stiffener Recipes
How to block and/or starch crocheted items; hints, recipes for stiffeners. Making a starching board.
Blogs About Crocheting
Finding blogs about crocheting. Adding RSS feed for the About Crochet blog newest headlines to your web site.
Blue Denim Ombre Crochet Dishcloth – Free Crochet Pattern for an Ombre Dishcloth in Denim Blues
This denim blue ombre crochet dishcloth is a fascinating craft project; the variegated yarns make each stitch interesting, and you’ll find yourself looking forward to seeing what the colors will do next. The body of the dishcloth is crocheted using afghan stitch, and the edging is worked in single crochet. This dishcloth would make a fantastic homemade gift.
Blue Nymph Butterfly Charted Design
Another in the series of free butterfly charts, this one featuring the Shining Blue Nymph Butterfly. Suitable for use with, or adaptable to, various needlecrafts.
Book Review - Bead Crochet Snakes History and Technique by Adele Rogers Recklies
This book contains facts about the fascinating history of European bead crochet snakes, as well as patterns designed by the author, with complete instructions and diagrams to crochet some snake designs as bracelets and necklaces.
Book Review - Crocheting in Plain English
A description of the contents of the book Crocheting In Plain English by Maggie Righetti. Pros and cons. A link to sources for purchasing the book online.
Book Review Amish Adventure
Learn about the color interactions and style of Amish design from quilter Roberta Horton and bring that knowledge into the designs you do in your own craft medium.
Book Review Annie's Favorite Crochet Dolls
Whether you want to crochet dolls of many types, pillow dolls or outfits for ready-made dolls, you'll find many wonderful patterns for these in the book Annie's Favorite Crochet Dolls. Read more about this book.
Book Review Batik Patterns
The book Batik Patterns, a permission-free use for graphic artists and for craftspeople charting their own designs; learn more about this book.
Book Review Michael James Art and Inspirations
Crocheters and other needleworkers can gain much knowledge and inspiration from the work of quilter Michael James.
Book Review Ruth B McDowell Art and Inspirations
Crocheters and other needleworkers can gain knowledge and find inspiration on shape arrangement and color patterning, in the work of quilter Ruth B. McDowell.
Book Review Yvonne Porcella Art and Inspirations
Crocheters and other needleworkers can find inspiration in the work of quilter Yvonne Porcella.
Book Review of Crochet Private Collection
Learn more about the type of patterns contained in the book Crochet Private Collection by The Needlecraft Shop; book review.
Bookmarks Free Crochet Patterns
Free crochet patterns for bookmarks.
Books Top Picks - Patterns For Babies and Children
This page will help you locate online stores where you can see descriptions of books and place your order online for books of patterns to crochet for babies and children.
Bow Applique Directions Written Out For Beginners
On this page of the bow applique crochet pattern, I give the abbreviated instructions followed by written out directions, with extra explanation for beginners.
Bow Applique Quick Crocheted Accent
Directions to crochet a little bow that can be handy as a quick accent to add to other crocheted items.
Box-Shaped Crochet Projects - Photos of Crocheted Boxes - Free Ideas and Instructions for Crochet Projects Shaped Like Boxes
This photo gallery features pictures of box-shaped crochet projects. The image gallery includes photos of finished projects plus work-in-progress shots showing detailed images of how to crochet the box pattern. The finished boxes can be dressed up and embellished in a variety of ways. Find free project ideas and instructions for using the pattern.
Box-Shaped Crochet Projects - Photos of Crocheted Boxes - Free Ideas and Instructions for Crochet Projects Shaped Like Boxes
Here’s a fun and affordable craft project with a snowman theme. This lollipop candy dispenser is a creative way to use the free pattern for the crocheted box shape. Using dollar store supplies, you can dress up the crocheted box shape to make a delightful winter craft project. This project is part of a photo gallery featuring photos of my free crocheted box pattern.
Box-Shaped Crochet Projects - Photos of Crocheted Boxes - Free Ideas and Instructions for Crochet Projects Shaped Like Boxes
This photo gallery features pictures of box-shaped crochet projects. The image gallery includes photos of finished projects plus work-in-progress shots showing detailed images of how to crochet the box pattern. The finished boxes can be dressed up and embellished in a variety of ways. Find free project ideas and instructions for using the pattern.
Boxed Shell / Shells Path Combo Scarf Free Pattern
This scarf combines a boxed shell variation with rows of crochet shells.
Boxed Shell Cape Free Crochet Pattern
A cape in a boxed shell design. Sizes extra small through extra large.
Boxed Shell Cape Pattern Row Five Helpful Photo
Helpful photo for crocheting the Boxed Shell Cape and other patterns which include the Boxed Shell Variation. Links to free patterns included on the photo page.
Boxed Shell Lined Bag Crochet Pattern
This medium size handbag has an openwork outer layer and a liner in a contrasting color behind the boxed shell design front.
Boxed Shell Variation One - Learn Crochet Stitch Patterns
A variation of the traditional boxed shell stitch pattern.
Boxed Shell Window Afghan Square - Free Crochet Pattern
At About Crochet: Solid double crochet surrounds the boxed shell open area of the center.
Bumblebee Black and White Chart with Color Symbols
Bumblebee chart in black and white, with symbols for the colors, for those who do not have a color printer; link given to the color chart.
Bumblebee Designs
Free bumblebee charts, both in black and white for filet crochet and in color for cross-stitch; adaptable for needlepoint, beadwork, knitting, plastic canvas.
Bumpy Boxes Afghan Square
Texture stitches are used to create the bumpy look in this crochet pattern design.
Bumpy Boxes Mini Tote Bag Made From Two Crocheted Afghan Squares
This tote bag is made by adding to two crocheted afghan squares.
Bushy-tailed Squirrel with Acorn Charted for Filet or Cross-Stitch and Links to Information About Squirrels
Free needlecraft chart of a squirrel holding an acorn. Links to some interesting information about squirrels, found on the Internet.
Butterflies Chart Showing How to Add Embellishment to Filet
Learn how to add color to a finished filet piece, using an outline edging method. This is used when you want to highlight a selected portion of the filet crochet piece.
Butterfly Charts Main List and Assembly Hints When Making as an Afghan
Main list of all the butterfly charts in this series, suitable for cross stitch, needlepoint, knitting, crochet and quilt blocks. Also, if making charts into crocheted afghan squares: diagrams for suggested placement for two sizes of afghans and assembly instructions.
Butterfly Circle Afghan Color Charts
Butterfly Circle Afghan: Free color charts and instructions for doing the Butterfly Circle Design in cross-stitch on a crocheted background.
Butterfly Circle Design For Adding Initial
Free chart and instructions to crochet the Butterfly Circle Design in filet crochet.
Butterfly Crafts Patterns on the Web
Where to find free crochet butterfly patterns on the Web.
Butterfly Design Afghan Squares
At About Crochet: Examples of charted butterflies worked as afghan squares.
Butterfly Free Patterns
Free patterns that have a butterfly within the design.
Butterfly Outline Cross Stitch Chart
crocheted towel topper cross stitch chart cross stitch pattern cross stich pattern cross stitch patterns: Free butterfly outline cross stitch chart.
Butterfly Stitch Step-by-Step Photo Tutorial
Photos and step-by-step instructions for crocheting the butterfly stitch.
Butterfly Yoke in Filet Chart
Free chart for a filet crochet yoke with butterfly, designed in 1920 by Adeline Cordet.
Buttonhole Spider Halloween Costume Accessory Pattern
Free crocheted buttonhole spider pattern; button it to your shirt or coat for an instant spider-crawling-on-you Halloween decoration.
Buttons
Some of the best places on the Web to purchase buttons, such as vintage, novelty, miniature, handcrafted, pewter, porcelain, specialty, Oriental or collectible designs.
Buying Crochet and Crafts Magazine Subscriptions Online
Places to order crochet magazine subscriptions online. Crochet magazine web sites with descriptions of their publications.
Cables n Minis Soft Scarf Crochet Pattern
This scarf has a cable worked over four stitches, along with the look of mini cables.
Calot Hat
Free pattern for a crocheted calot hat style from 1938.
Camel and Blue Variegated Crochet Dishcloth - Photos of a Variegated Crochet Dishcloth Made Using Camel and Blue Yarns
Learn how to crochet a camel and blue variegated crochet dishcloth using these free instructions. This dishcloth is included in an image gallery featuring photos of variegated crochet projects. You'll find a supply list plus photos of the variegated and solid yarns used, as well as a link to the free dishcloth pattern
Can You Guess the Crochet-in-Progress Day Three
Third Day Photo: Guessing the crochet-in-progress; you can see what it is now.
Candlestick Design Free Chart For Filet and Silhouette Cross-Stitch - Light A Candle Pattern
A candlestick and candle, with flame, surrounded by an intricate border design, for filet crochet or to cross-stitch in solid color silhouette.
Cape Front, Without Edging
A photo showing the front of the Sandi Marshall Cape, without the scalloped pineapple edging.
Cape in Simply Soft Shadows Yarn For Subtle Self-Striping Effect
Cape shown in the Opal Twist (black and gray twisted shading) self-striping yarn by Caron. Simply Soft Shadows. A link to the free pattern for the cape is given.
Capes and Capelets Free Patterns
Free crochet patterns for fashion capes and capelets.
Cardinal Bird Head Closeup Ornament and Pillow
A closeup of a cardinal bird's head, worked from a color chart. Make it in thread for an ornament or with yarn for a pillow. Free chart and instructions.
Carrot Charted Pattern - Filet Crochet Example - Afghan for Child
At About Crochet: A carrot chart that could be used for filet crochet, cross stitch or crocheting with color changes.
CarrotRabbitghan - Directions for Finishing Joined Pieces
The full instructions for finishing the CarrotRabbitghan with granny style outside rounds.
CarrotRabbitghan Photo - Beginning of Finishing Instructions
Photo shows the rabbit and carrot filet crochet pieces joined, with outside rounds made.
Cat Potholder or Towel Topper
A pattern which uses a basic circle and adds different crocheted pieces to make various animals, as potholders and towel toppers.
Cat Theme Free Patterns
Links to free crochet patterns that have a cat within the design, such as potholders, towel toppers and more.
Cathedral Windows Square
Free pattern: This design reminds me of Cathedral Windows. Instructions to make six inch and eight inch squares.
Celestial Edging - Shapes Form The Appearance of Angels
Free edging crochet pattern, with several versions of the last row to give three different looks.
Cell Phone Bag With Openwork Center Design Free Crochet Pattern
worsted weight yarn how to slip stitch pattern materials page prints: Free pattern for a crocheted cell phone bag.
Celtic Art Influence in Needlecrafts
Traditional Celtic artwork inspires modern needlecrafts designers; Celtic Pillow pattern.
Celtic Links Color Design For Afghan Square
Celtic style design to cross-stitch. Work the design on aida cloth or on a crocheted afghan stitch or single crochet background.
Center Football Shape With Ribbon Granny Afghan Square Free Pattern
Another football shaped motif center afghan square. Instructions and photo.
Ceylon Rose Butterfly Free Chart For Filet and Cross-stitch
Make this beautiful butterfly with filet crochet or cross-stitch in solid color silhouette.
Ceylon Rose Butterfly Graph
Free Ceylon Rose Butterfly chart; part of the butterfly design series, suitable for various needlework techniques.
Ch(s)
Chain(s)
Chain Links and a Ghost Spider Added to Banner
Appliques added to the Ghost with Bat Banner. Instructions for crocheting the chain of five chain links that is shown on the banner. A link to the instructions to crochet the Ghost Spider.
Chains in Waves Wristband Pattern
Free pattern for a narrow wristband that has color accents made with surface stitches.
Changing Colors How To
How to change colors when crocheting, with diagrams and hints.
Changing Colors In Double Crochet
Photo and instructions on how to change to a different color within a double crochet stitch.
Changing Colors Wrong Side Questions Hints
Hints that answer some commonly asked questions about changing colors in crochet.
Changing Colors in Single Crochet Stitch - How to Change Colors in Single Crochet
This tutorial demonstrates how to change colors while working in single crochet stitch. The tutorial includes step by step photos, which show the process of changing colors at the end of a row.
Charging Goose Needlecrafts Free Geese Charts
Free chart of a charging goose, suitable for various needlecrafts.
Charities Needing Crocheted Items
A list of links to organizations that are in need of donations of crocheted items, such as Warm Up America and others. Each group distributes the items to the needy, homeless or disaster survivors.
Chart With Lacets Filet Owl Pattern Named Night Shadows
Filet crochet free chart of an owl, designed by Sandi Marshall; pattern is called Night Shadows.
Chart of Ghost with Bat Design
Free chart of a ghost with a flying bat. Links to pages showing photos of this chart used to crochet a Halloween banner. The chart could also be used for cross-stitch and is adaptable for knitting and other needlework.
Charted Cross
Another free chart of a cross, for filet crochet or cross stitch.
Charted Dog
Free chart of a dog, for filet crochet or cross stitch; adaptable for other needlecrafts.
Charted Dutch Windmill Pattern For Filet or Cross Stitch
Free chart of a Dutch windmill, for filet crochet or cross stitch, adaptable for other needlecrafts.
Charted Ghost with Bat
At About Crochet: A charted design that could be crocheted for a banner or used as the front for a Halloween candy bag.
Charted Leaping Deer Design For Filet Crochet or Cross-Stitch
Free chart and instructions to crochet this deer design in filet crochet or to cross-stitch on a crocheted background.
Charted Patterns for Filet Crochet or Cross-Stitch
Free charts for filet crochet or for cross-stitch, with examples for cross-stitch on crochet.
Charting Adventure Making Nine-By-Nine Squares
A series of small charts, nine squares wide, to combine for afghan, bedspread or tablecloth squares. These are also the same size as the Antique Spider Square, Simplest Form, so you can combine with that pattern. How these charts were made. Blank charts for you to try charting your own.
Checkered Alphabet Index of Free Charts To Individual Letters For Cross-Stitch or Filet Crochet Adaptable for Other Needlework
Index page with links to free charts for letters of the checkered alphabet, for cross-stitch or filet crochet, adaptable for other needlework.
Cherub Angel With Birds Free Chart For Filet and Cross-Stitch
A cherub angel design, to filet crochet or cross-stitch in solid color silhouette.
Chicken Needlecrafts Free Chart
Free chart of a chicken, suitable for various needlecrafts.
Chicken and Rabbit For Filet Crochet or Cross Stitch
Free chart of a chicken on one half and a rabbit on the other half of the design, for filet crochet or cross stitch, adaptable for other needlecrafts.
Chickens with Colonial Lady
Free filet crochet chart of chickens with a colonial lady, a chart from 1926.
Child Size Crocheted Cape Sized For Toddlers And Small Children
A crocheted cape in a lacy design sized for small children. Free crochet pattern directions.
Christmas Button Necklace - How to Make a Christmas Button Necklace With Crochet
Learn how to make a red and green button necklace for Christmas. This Christmas button necklace is made using festive red and green embroidery floss. A gorgeous damask-inspired button is the focal point. The necklace band is crocheted, and the crochet pattern for making the necklace is free.
Christmas Crochet Patterns - Free Christmas Crochet Patterns
Get festive with these free Christmas crochet patterns. Perhaps you're interested in crocheting some homemade Christmas gifts. Or, maybe you'd rather decorate your own home for the Christmas holiday. We've got you covered with some fantastic free Christmas patterns!
Christmas Elf Doll
Free pattern: Elf to crochet for a Christmas wallhanging or a carry-around doll.
Christmas Patterns
Links to free crochet patterns for Christmas items.
Christmas Potholder Embellishments and Details
This page describes how to embellish your crocheted Christmas potholder using cross stitch and decorative slip stitches. You can also view a close-up photo of the Christmas potholder.
Christmas Potholders Pattern - Free Crochet Pattern for Potholders in Christmas Colors
Use this free Christmas potholder pattern for making crocheted potholders with cross stitched embellishments. These crocheted potholders are guaranteed to put you in a festive mood. Bake your Christmas cookies, cakes and pies in style using these cheerful potholders, or crochet several sets to give as gifts to all the cooks on your Christmas shopping list.
Christmas Tree Ornament Patterns
Reindeer ornament, snowflake free crochet patterns.
Christmas Tree Towel Hanger Topper - Free Crochet Pattern
Free pattern: crochet this Christmas tree towel hanger (topper), then have fun decorating it.
Circle Center Boxed Shell Hexagon Six-Sided Motif Free Pattern
This hexagon pattern begins with a circle center and continues in a varied boxed shell design.
Circle Float Afghan Square Free Crochet Pattern
Free pattern for a crocheted afghan square. Openwork and solid sections form the design, with a contrasting color design added in surface stitches through the center.
Circle of Butterflies Chart With Filet Crochet Example
Free chart for a Butterflies Design, with a filet crochet example.
Circles and Fans Child's Scarf Free Crochet Pattern
A brightly colored scarf in a length for children.
Circular Face Cloth Dishcloth Washcloth Free Crochet Pattern
Free pattern for a cotton face cloth that could also be made as a washcloth or dishcloth, that's crocheted in the round.
Cloche Hat Crochet Pattern – Free Crochet Pattern for a Cloche Hat
Here's a free crochet pattern for a cloche hat. This hat is crocheted in the round using worsted weight Lion Brand Wool-ease yarn; it is embellished with a flower.
Cloche Hat With Crocheted Flower Embellishment
Looking for ways to use this crocheted flower? Here's a lacy crocheted cloche that makes the perfect backdrop for the flower.
Close Look Photo - Cluster Made Over Seven Double Crochet
A photo to help in seeing how the cluster made over seven double crochet stitches is made in the Half Circle Purse pattern.
Close-Up of the Finished Row
This page is part of a tutorial about crocheting over yarn ends. On this page, you will see a closeup photo of how a completed row looks with the ends hidden under the stitches. I also share tips for taking care of your completed crochet projects.
Close-fitting Shell Stitch Hat Style
Free pattern for a close-fitting shell stitch hat 1940s - 1950s style.
Closer Look At TLC Wiggles Novelty Yarn Used In Scarf Pattern
Photo with a closer look at the texture and multi-color slubs in the novelty yarn TLC Wiggles, used to crochet a scarf pattern.
Closer Look Photos For Dotted Blocks Open Top Hat Pattern
At About Crochet: Photos to accompany the Dotted Blocks Open Top Hat pattern, showing closer looks at the design. These can be helpful to refer to while crocheting the pattern.
Closer Look at Stitches of sc-dc with Mesh Crocheted Square
This photo gives a closer look at the double crochet and single crochet stitches used in crocheting the mesh center square.
Closer Look at the Stitches in the Shells and Waves Scarf Pattern
It always helps to have a closer look at the stitches that are part of a pattern design. This page shows a photo with a closeup of the stitches used in crocheting the Shells and Waves Scarf pattern.
Closer Photo Showing Placement of Buttonhole Loops and Buttons for Skirt or Cape
This photo can be helpful to refer to when crocheting the buttonhole loops on the Ruffled Edge Skirt or Cape pattern. A link to the free pattern is included below the photo.
Closeup Look Photo at Crochet Stitches Used in an Openwork Triangles Design
This photo gives a closeup look at the stitches used to crochet the triangles portion of the design. It can be helpful to refer to this photo as you crochet the pattern. A link to the free pattern is given.
Closeup Photo Showing The Corner Of The Outside Rounds
Referring to this photo may be helpful in answering questions that may come up, about the placement of the stitches, while you are crocheting the outside rounds of the afghan.
Closeup Photo of Baby Blanket Crochet Stitches
A photo showing a closeup look at the stitches used in the easy baby blanket pattern. This is a good learning pattern for beginning crocheters.
Closeup Photo of Crochet Stitches in Back of Cape Design
A photo showing a closer look at the crochet stitches used in the design. Shows the back of the cape. A link to the free pattern for the Sandi Marshall Cape is included.
Closure and Strap Directions for Crocheted Bag
A buttonhole closure that is sewed on a crocheted bag, along with pattern instructions to crochet the bag strap.
Clothing, Children's
Links to free patterns for clothing sized for children.
Clover Good Luck Edging
internet bulletin board filet crochet basics needlework clover good luck: Free chart for an edging with clover.
Cluny Design Crocheted Afghan Panel or Lace Insertion Free Pattern Using Treble Clusters
Cluny crochet lace pattern, with instructions rewritten in today's crochet pattern terms. The antique directions are also given, for comparison.
Cluster Edging Step-by-Step Photo How-to
Step-by-step photos make it easier for you to learn how to make this crocheted cluster edging.
Cluster Flower Small Motif Pattern
Free pattern to crochet a flower motif that could be used as an applique or made into a pin or magnet.
Clusters and Shells Square
Enjoy this combination of cluster and shell stitches; the photos and instructions show you just how to do it.
Colonial Cameo Design Free Chart For Filet Crochet and Cross-Stitch
Cameo of a Colonial lady design, charted for filet crochet or cross-stitch in solid color silhouette.
Color Blocks Crocheted Scarf Photo and Free Pattern
An easy scarf that is crocheted in sections of alternating colors.
Color Charts for Cross-Stitch
Charted in color for working in cross-stitch on a single crochet or afghan stitch background.
Color Placement Idea for the Daisy and Black-Eyed Susan Flower Afghan Squares
This page shows one of the color placement possiblities when arranging the daisy and black-eyed susan flower squares for this afghan.
Color Variations for the Flower Necklace Pattern
Need some color inspiration for your crocheted flower necklace? This page shows some color variations for the free crochet flower necklace pattern.
Colorful Afghan Stitches - Close-Up Photo of Colorful Afghan Stitches
Here are some close-up photos of the primary rainbow potholders crocheted using red, yellow and blue cotton yarn. These pictures will be helpful if you'd like to take a closer look at the Tunisian simple stitch where the forward and return passes are crocheted in two different colors.
Colorful Crochet Potholders Pattern - Free Crochet Pattern for Colorful Potholders
Brighten up your kitchen with these colorful crochet potholders in red, yellow and blue. These are thick textured potholders worked in worsted weight cotton yarn. The potholders are crocheted using afghan stitch, otherwise known as Tunisian simple stitch.
Colorful Crocheted Granny Square - Wordless Weds
Colorful Crocheted Granny Square - Wordless Weds
Colorwork Techniques - Learn a Variety of Crochet Colorwork Techniques
Learn a variety of crochet colorwork techniques.
Combining Crochet and Knitting:
Combining Crochet and Knitting:
Comparing Three Different Looks for the Vs and Steps Pattern
Photos show how the Vs and Steps pattern looks when crocheted in one solid color, changing colors on every new row or changing colors on every two rows.
Coned Yarn – What Is Coned Yarn
What Is Coned Yarn? Learn the Glossary Definition for Coned Yarn.
Connected Hearts Charted Design - Free Pattern
At About Crochet: A charted hearts theme design.
Connected Hearts Charted Design Color Version
Sandi created a color version of her charted Connected Hearts design.
Continue Crocheting the Openwork Pattern
Here are instructions for crocheting the second row of the openwork pattern.
Conversion Charts For Crocheting
Charts for converting hook sizes, American vs English abbreviations and so forth.
Coping With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Crocheters share their experiences in coping with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Repetitve Stress Injuries.
Copyright Guidelines
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Copyrights and Needlecrafts - Copyright Law Links
Links to information on copyright law and the specific knowledge crafters on the Internet need to know to stay out of legal trouble regarding copyrights and illegal pattern swapping or other forms of pattern piracy.
Corner Detail of the Colorful Potholder - Close-Up Photo Showing the Corner Detail on the Potholder
The yellow slip stitch detail is one of the little touches that makes this colorful potholder stand out. If you looked at the pattern but couldn't figure out what the slip stitch detail is supposed to look like, examine this picture to get a better idea.
Corner Start Fan Shaped Dishcloth Free Crochet Pattern Directions
A dishcloth in a fan shape, that is started in one corner and worked diagonally along two sides of the crocheted piece.
Corner in Shell Block Afghan Square - Free Crochet Pattern
This square is in solid stitches except for one corner, which is made in the shell block pattern. The squares can be turned in various ways, when joining them, to create patterning with the directions in which the openwork corners are arranged, similar to the way that quilt blocks might be arranged in multiple ways for different looks.
Corner in Shell Block Square Close Pictures - Stitches Used - Look of Squares Joined
Photos to accompany the Corner in Shell Block Square pattern, showing a zoomed-in look at the stitches used on the openwork corner of the square and the look of squares joined in a variety of directions.
Craft Foam Block Cover – Free Crochet Pattern for Covering Blocks of Craft Foam
This is a free crochet pattern for a craft foam block cover. Use it for covering blocks of craft foam. It has many additional uses. I've provided free ideas for craft projects you can use with this crochet pattern.
Crane Bird Free Needlecrafts Chart
Free chart of a standing crane or heron, suitable for use with various needlecrafts.
Creating Celtic Knotwork Designs
Links to places that will help you learn how to create your own knotwork, Celtic style; Celtic knotwork graph for crocheting.
Cro-tat Free Patterns
Free patterns made in crochet tatting.
Crochet - Articles
An index of articles for the Crochet guide site.
Crochet - FAQs
An index of FAQs for the Crochet guide site.
Crochet - FullReviews
An index of FullReviews for the Crochet guide site.
Crochet - GuideReviews
An index of GuideReviews for the Crochet guide site.
Crochet - HowTos
An index of HowTos for the Crochet guide site.
Crochet - Profiles
An index of Profiles for the Crochet guide site.
Crochet - QuickTips
An index of QuickTips for the Crochet guide site.
Crochet - StepBySteps
An index of StepBySteps for the Crochet guide site.
Crochet - TopPicks
An index of TopPicks for the Crochet guide site.
Crochet Abbreviations
Do crochet abbreviations have you confused? Let us help you make sense of them. Here are some resources for understanding the various abbreviations you may encounter when reading crochet patterns.
Crochet Abbreviations - Learn the Meanings of Commonly Used Crochet Abbreviations
This is a listing of commonly used crochet abbreviations. Have you come across an unfamiliar crochet abbreviation? If so, this list of abbreviations can help you figure out what it means.
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Crochet Abbreviations – Bl
Crochet Bag Patterns - Free Patterns for Women's Crocheted Bags, Purses and Handbags
Here's a selection of free crochet bag patterns. Find free patterns for crocheting bags, purses, and handbags. These enjoyable craft projects are made using a variety of crochet and needlework techniques, including Tunisian crochet and beaded crochet.
Crochet Beginners Easy Scarf Free Pattern
This is a good pattern for beginning crocheters who want to make a scarf. Photo example with a link to the free pattern, easy to crochet for beginners.
Crochet Between 1900-1919
Here is information about the history of crochet during the years between 1900 and 1919.
Crochet Book Sources
Online catalogs, pattern designer websites. Places to browse in your search for crochet books and patterns to purchase on the Web.
Crochet Community - Find Crochet Blogs, Classes, Groups & Resources
Explore the crochet community, and connect with other crocheters. Let us help you find a variety of helpful resources, including crochet blogs, classes, groups, forums, organizations, web sites and more.
Crochet Community Poll
Crochet Community Poll
Crochet During the 1800s
Here is information about the history of crochet during the 1800s.
Crochet Flowers - Free Patterns for Crochet Flowers
Here is a list of free patterns for crochet flowers. The list also includes projects that incorporate these crochet flowers, so you will have plenty of ideas for using the flowers you learn how to crochet.
Crochet Frog - What Is Frogging - What Is a Frog
In crochet, the word "frog" has a couple different definitions. This page gives an overview of frogs and frogging as they relate to crochet.
Crochet Granny Square Round 1
This page is part of a photo tutorial demonstrating how to crochet a granny square. This page of the tutorial shows you how to crochet round 1 of the granny square.
Crochet Granny Square Round 2
This page is part of a photo tutorial demonstrating how to crochet a granny square. This page of the tutorial shows you how to crochet round 2 of the granny square.
Crochet Groups and Organizations
A list of links to online crochet groups and organizations.
Crochet History Vintage Crochet
Lets explore the history of crochet, and its evolution from past to present. Learn about vintage crochet designs, patterns and supplies. Youll also find information about influential crochet designers from the past.
Crochet Hooks
Get the lowdown on crochet hooks. Here's a collection of resources and links that will inform you about them and help you determine which ones you'll need for your latest projects.
Crochet In A Chain Space Illustrated
Photo and instructions, showing how to crochet in a chain space.
Crochet More Chain Stitches
This photo tutorial shows how to crochet a chain stitch.
Crochet Notes Newsletter Vol 3 No 16
In case you missed it, here's the Vol. 3, No. 16 Crochet Newsletter, letting you know about new free patterns and other updates to the crochet site, along with a few interesting things happening on the crochet forum or at other sites on the Web.
Crochet Organizations
A list of links to the web sites of crochet organizations.
Crochet Pattern Terms Differences Between British and American English
A chart for translating crochet patterns written in British English crochet terms into American English crochet terms.