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For this Mom of 2 Crochet is Cool and Fun. One of the best things about the online crochet community is the sheer number of free crochet patterns.

Whether it is on blogs or in forums most crocheters love sharing their ideas.

This Lens is a testament to those online crochet addicts like myself.

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Why I crochet and How I got started?

The Beginning:

I started out with the basic stitches. (chain, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet and treble crochet) With these stitches I made wash clothes, pot holders, beanies, and scarves.

Moving on up:

Once I mastered the above stitches I tried different 'specialty stitches'. One of the first specialty stitches I learned was the Puff stitch or 'popcorn' stitch. I found a pattern on a skein of yarn I bought for a Puff stitch baby blanket. After trial and error I finally figured out how it was done. This gave me confidence to try other patterns and eventually I became adept at reading patterns.

NOW:

I can master just about any crochet pattern out there. I love making hats of all kinds as well as cute kawaii little amigurumi toy animals.

What Type of Yarn Do You Prefer?

Fiber Addiction

What type of yarn do you enjoy working with?

For amigurumi, I like to use acrylic because it holds up to the shape I am after better. For hats, I enjoy Vanna's Choice because it's a soft and affordable yarn.

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Crochet Amigurumi Patterns

Bunnies, Bears, Tigers, and More

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Amigurumi is the latest thing in crochet and I believe has made crochet come back to life in the crafting world. It is now what people start on that eventually gets them 'hooked' onto crochet as a hobby.

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Cuddly Crochet Creatures: Koala
This is one that I completed a while back and I just love it. It is simple to follow and Sooo cute.
Little Lamb
This cute little lamb is posted on crochetville.org's forum. It is a cute little pattern of a Lamb. She also includes one of a Ram. These are part of a Set she is creating for her Noah's Ark set.
Lady Bug
I have a girl friend who is due with her first girl in a few days!
I made her some lady bug receiving blankets, so I wanted to come up with a toy to tie into the theme....thus, these ladybugs were born!!
Lazy Pandas
These are my Lazy pandas. The pink one was suppose to look like she has her head cocked to one side....
Little Buster Owl
This pattern is not really a toy or amigurumi but I'll include it anyway as I think it is cute. It is meant to be a fridgie aka magnet or a Pin. You could also use it as an applique on a hat or scarf.
Fun Fur Baby Penguin
This is a pattern to crochet this baby penguin amigurumi. This assumes you know how to crochet, and know the basics of assembling amigurumi animals.
Kawaii Baby Bee
Very easy pattern developed by Michelle Wilcox.
Mint Chocolate Bunny
She's pretty quick to make friends!! love mint chocolate chip ice cream!!! So of course when i went to the freezer to eat some, the kids had eaten it all. For breakfast. So I went back to the couch to pout about it, and made this little cutie!!
Moose
In my opinion moose is the ultimate Christmas animal, so I thought of making one this season. Unlike most of my other projects that are knitted this toy is crocheted. Crocheting seemed like a logical way of making it since most amigurumi-type toys are crocheted. Besides, crocheting lends itself to making all sorts of amazing smooth shapes without much effort.
LionBrand Owl
One of our menagerie of amigurumi animals, this clever little owl is sure to be a favorite. **You will need to create a free account to view pattern.
Owlet
Baby Owl Pattern. This is very similar to the owl pattern I came up with after I saw the fabric Japanese pattern. Soo cute. Make a bunch.
"Woody the Owl" Crochet Amigurumi Owl Free Pattern
Simple Owl Pattern by Tamie Snow of RoxyCraft
Crochet Sushi and Cupcake Ornaments
Crochet Me is a community for crocheters. Crochet sushi and Cupcake Ornament
Waffles, Butter and Syrup
Waffles, Butter and Syrup Waffles with Butter and Syrup
Butter Me Up Toast or Toast Purse
BitterSweet Blog - You can use this pattern as is or make 2 slices of toast and transfer it into a purse.
Little Fried Egg
Ana Paulas Amigurumi Patterns & Random Cuteness
Stashbucks Cup
Blah, Blah, Blahhhg: Starbucks Coffee Cup

Learn How to Make an Amigurumi Head

Youtube Tutorial by Crochet Hooks You

A very detailed tutorial on how to make an amigurumi head including how to add the eyes, mouth and hair.
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Crochet Bag and Purse Patterns

Messenger Bag, Clutch Purse, and Shopping Bag

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Alice Mini Shopper
This is a felted pattern so you'll need to do it in wool. You can use this bag for shopping or even to hold your current projects while you do errands and appointments around town.
Hobo Shopping Bag
This Hobo Pattern is from Lion Brand yarn. It can hold a lot! This is done in Thick and Quick Cotton. I wouldn't carry heavy loads because with cotton it does stretch. maybe try adding a bottom of thick cardboard. **You will need to sign up for a free account in order to view patterns
Deco Ribbon Bag
This crocheted bag was made using the black-with-white striped Deco-Ribbon color #102. Deco-Ribbon comes in 47 colors. For more information about Crystal Palace Deco-Ribbon
Kids Sunshine Bag
Sweet little bag with a smiling Sun. use this as a Gift bag or as a art on the go bag.
Apple tote
This is super easy but you do need to know how to read a chart. It's perfect for Autumn when you can go apple picking or even when you take a trip to your local farmers market.
Library Tote
We go to the library weekly and this is really a surprisingly sturdy bag to haul all the books my 8 yo chooses. This is by Lauras Left Hook -- she sells on Etsy.com
Crocheted BackPack
A very good tutorial with pictures of how to make this lovely backpack.
Paperback Tote
Now you can carry your paperbacks in style. handled book cover.

Crochet Arm Warmer Patterns

Fingerless Gloves

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Granny Square Wrist Warmer Fingerless Gloves Wrist Band Free Pattern
A crocheted granny square style decorative wrist band. Crocheted with worsted weight yarn. Free pattern.
Rebuilding - Crochet Beaded Wrist Warmers Pattern
String required number of beads on thread. I recommend using a beading needle - it makes it MUCH easier! Don't forget this step, because you CANNOT string the beads on later - at least, not easily!
Crafty Beaver: Wristwarmer pattern
Pattern is worked from knuckles towards elbow.
If you are wondering I used a 100% wool from a recycled sweater.
Memphis Fingerless gloves
Naturally Caron - Designed by Kim Rutledge Very pretty long arm warmer in a sweet shell stitch.
Boys Crocheted Ninja gloves
Boys Crocheted Ninja Gloves - I have a hard time finding little things to make for boys so I came up with these. My son doesn't like mittens and he isn't thrilled about gloves so I designed these to keep him semi-warm. He thinks they are Ninja gloves and won't go outside without them.
Charleston Fingerless Slouch Gloves
Naturally Caron - designed by Kim Rutledge This glove uses the specialty stitch ' slanting cluster'.
Camo Fingerless gloves aka arm warmers - CROCHET
Camo Fingerless gloves aka arm warmers - CROCHET - My son loves it when I crochet things for him, and Friday he seen some of my variegated yarn and asked if I could make him some camo gloves with it.&nb

Learn to Crochet

Crochet Videos on Youtube

Learn the basics of crochet with Teresa on Youtube for Free. She takes you step-by-step through each of the basic stitches. Being a Video, you can stop it, try it, and then restart the video at your convenience.

Stitches:
- chain
- slip stitch
- single crochet
- half double crochet
- double crochet
- treble (triple) crochet
- Quadruple crochet
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Crochet Hat Patterns

Ear flap, Helmet, Skater, Hippie, Newsboy and More

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Kristen Earflap Hat
playful tasseled hat, crocheted in a beautiful rich color, is sure to brighten even the grayest day this winter. It's quick, too! Double crochet, a large hook, and a lovely wool all combine to create a delicious fabric that proves something doesn't need to be difficult to make a statement.
Peruvian Hat
Hat is worked in the round; join each rnd with a slip st to first st (center back of hat). Earflaps are worked down from beginning chain in rows, after Hat is completed. Work Chart using Fair Isle Technique.
Ridiculously Huge Pom Pom Hat
Before you start, you should know that this entire hat is oversized, not just the pompom. I made it so that someone with lots of hair or, say, dreads could wear it. If you want it smaller, just skip one increase row (which will also make it a little shorter) and maybe adjust the earflaps so they start with 7 sts instead of 9.
Ear Flap Hat by Drops Designs
Crochet DROPS hat with ear flaps in 2 threads "Silke-Alpaca"
" - Either we want it or not - winter will come this year again. Let it be just a bit more fun to be out there with this nostalgic cap"
Ear Flap Hat
Ear Flap Hat - These are certainly popular this year. Now you can just make one of your own. Be adventurous use some wild colors. Get noticed on the ski slopes or where ever you go. The original pattern calls for Bernat Krystal but you can use Red Heart worsted weight or whatever will give you the below gauge.
PDF - Baby earflap hat
This is a Medium/Large Preemie Baby hat. Pattern also includes a pattern for preemie booties.
Helmet Ear Flap Hat
This season's fashion statement in headgear can be crocheted in one evening.
Knitted Measurements 21" around crown (adult medium)
Flappy Ear Flap Hat Pattern by Chloe Nightingale
I've been fond of ear-flap hats ever since I first saw one in an Alice Starmore knitting book. Although I've never gotten around to knitting one, I've crocheted loads. The hat band, which can be crocheted on its own if you're just after an ear-warmer/headband, is done in front-post double crochet to create a ribbed faux-fair isle-style. If you're like me and you have loads of partial skeins lying around, this is a great way to use them up.
Free Hippie Tam Pattern by Purple Sage Designz
a pattern for a longer hippie deadlock tam

Crochet Prayer Shawl Patterns

Friendship Shawls and Wraps

Etsy Peace Swap

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Prayer Shawl by Lion Brand Yarn
*You must sign up for a free account to view this pattern* This is a very simple Prayer Shawl Pattern. I used this pattern for a Peace Swap and sewed the word 'Shalom' onto it as well as the Peace Symbol.
Prayer Shawl Instructions
Welcome to the Prayer Shawl Ministry. Whether they are called: "Prayer Shawls", "Comfort Shawls", "Peace Shawls" or "Mantles" just to name a few; the knitter begins each shawl with prayers and blessings for the recipient. Intentions are continued throughout th
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A number of Crochet Shawl Patterns
Prayer Shawl Patterns
There are two Prayer Shawl Patterns on this page, one is knitted and one is crocheted. With each pattern there is a link to a Microsoft Word document of the pattern.

Crochet Today! Magazine

The Latest Crochet Patterns

Crochet Today! (1-year)

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Crochet Today features all the fresh and stylish patterns crocheters want, from fashion and home decor to baby items and gifts. Easy how-to's allow anyone to learn to crochet or expand their skills, so beginners and pros alike can get in on the new face of crochet!

Crochet Scarf Patterns

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Mirror Lake Scarf by Naturally Caron
Very beautiful 'lacy' scarf designed by Lisa Gentry.
Be My Valentine Scarf
Naida's Crochet - This is a very pretty scarf, so easy to make you can make a few in different colors to add to your scarf collection or to give as gifts.
Victorian Flower Scarf
Victorian Flower Scarf by Kristina's Krochet - Designs for the high Fashion Woman. Free patterns for crochet clothing like bathing suits, sarongs, skirts, dresses and dog sweaters.
Beginners Crochet Scarf
knitonthenet - the online knitting magazine for designers, professionals and amateur knitters.
Bohemian Scarf
SIZE: About 5 This Boho-chic scarf makes the perfect fall accessory
laughing purple goldfish designs: one hour scarf
so quick and so easy... well under an hour to complete (including the wrapping)

scarf measures 145cm in length and is 12cm wide
Breast Cancer Skinny Scarf
Jaybird Designs - Crochet PATTERNS/eBooks If your not wearing Jaybird Designs, you might as well be naked as a Jaybird. She also has a sweet Cupcake scarf for instant download.

Crochet Slippers Pattern

Keeping those toes Toasty Warm

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Crocheted Sneaker Slippers
New, Easy Crocheted sneakers pattern.SIZE is for a foot length of 9 to 10 inches. I don't have time right now to do patterns for different sizes, so I would suggest for larger sneakers, use a larger hook size. I wouldn't go any larger than a size 6.00 mm (J-10 US). For smaller slippers, use a smaller hook. I wouldn't go any smaller than 3.75 (F-5 US) as it may be too difficult to work with. You could try a sportweight yarn with a smaller hook for even smaller sizes.
Snow Kissed Slippers
Special Stitch: Long Half Double Crochet LHDC: YO hook ,insert hook in the skipped st one row below the row that you are working on, draw up a loop, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook.
Moccasin Slippers
Please Note: As this is a new pattern, there could be some typos. Picture Tutorial on How to crochet these fun Moccasin Style slippers.
Oriental Style Slippers
This pattern fits a mans size 11, as I made these for my son. Adjust the pattern accordingly for the size that you need.
Crochet Striped Boots
Very cute boot style slippers.
Shaped Slippers
Posted on Crochetville.org forums : Each slipper is shaped to fit either the left or right foot - be sure to measure as you go by trying it on.
Please post pics here if you whip up a pair!
Easy Crochet Slipper Pattern (baby)
This past weekend I decided to make some slipper socks that are really easy to crochet. I made pairs last year for my mom, sister, husband, and myself. I've decided to make more to just have at our door so that visitors can put them on in the winter months. I was inspired by a few things on Friday...
Crochet Designs by Kathleen: Crochet Mary Jane Slippers
Crocheting is my hobby, kids are my career. I currently work 30 hours a week in special education.

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The Encyclopedia of Crochet

A great pictorial stitch guide

The Encyclopedia Of Crochet is one of my favorite Crochet Resource books. Lots of Fabulous pictures.

Leisure Arts Encyclopedia Of Crochet

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This book was added to my collection when my mom gave it to me as a gift. It has been my 'go to' for design inspiration. Lots of stitches to choose from. You'll also learn about yarn choices and hook choices.

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