Fall 2025 brings a new technique from The Crochet Crowd for Mikey. It's the Warped Tunisian Online Workshop. Entrelac Tunisian is a fun concept, and we have done examples of it in the past, but the warped version makes it even more addictive and fun to complete. In the past, the boxes have always been […]
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Free Crochet Red Heart Bitty Stripes Entrelac Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
This brand new 2025 design uses Red Heart Bitty Stripes yarn to create the cycle of typical entrelac crochet. This blanket is crocheted in rows, and once you understand the pattern, the rest of it falls inline. Every over stripe is a different yarn ball. There are just two colours in all, but they are […]
Free: How to Entrelac Crochet in Any Size with Worksheets & Tutorial
So, do you want to change the size of the squares for the Entrelac Crochet? We can help you with that, BUT we don't need to write a pattern or even do a separate tutorial for every possible option. The picture below shows squares with 12 stitches and 2 gutters, aka 14 loops on the […]
Crochet Caron Cakes Entrelac Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Have fun with Caron Cakes and Entrelac Afghan Techniques at the same time. The colour changing of Caron Cakes makes Entrelac, super exciting in my opinion. You end up with a quilt look-a-like. As you begin from the middle, the colours start off pretty solid but as it grows, you can see how the colour […]
Free Bernat Tunisian Entrelac Crochet in Rows Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Learn how to do Entrelac in Rows. The pattern looks pretty detailed, and it is, but I will help you break it down to bite sizes to make it easier. For myself, I started my sample in an airport and thought I was way off track. I just needed to concentrate for the first few […]
19 Entrelac Patterns
19 Entrelac Crochet Projects Entrelac Crochet is really a favourite of mine but it took me a bit to get the pattern concept into my head. You don't always need an afghan hook to create Tunisian as many of the Entrelac ideas use a regular crochet hook. As you can see from the projects, the […]
Entrelac Crochet Tips for Afghan Creation
Valuable Insider Tips for Afghan Making Entrelac Crochet has been one of the hardest elements for me to understand with Crochet. I have seen this concept in books since I was 14 years old and tried several times but always ended up frustrated and confused. I have even tried to follow video tutorials by others […]
Tunisian Entrelac Border Pattern
Entrelac Borders Most crocheters and Tunisian knitters prefer to have a flat border around their Entrelac projects. I don't blame them as the technique of Entrelac does make the mini boxes curl up on the edges. The border, whether going around or in rows across are exceptionally easy as long as you understand how to […]
Entrelac & Rectangular Afghans
Entrelac Rectangular Afghans For those that prefer to do Entrelac in a rectangular, yet done in a circle formation, I've figured out the math to make it happen so it will match your desired afghan or throw sizes. Visualize a granny square that is the size of your bed. What is wrong? Chances are the […]
Entrelac Crochet Blanket Pattern
Entrelac That Appears Like A Quilt Create an amazing quilt look-a-like using large entrelac crochet squares. The squares are much larger measuring 3" x 3". It gives the illusion of quilt patches. Using James C Brett Yarn Chunky Marble, you can achieve a wicked amazing look where each square has its own personality. More Pattern […]
How to Crochet Jester's Bag of Entrelac Tricks + Tutorial
Crochet Jester's Bag of Entrelac Tricks Introducing a Mikey Original design called the Crochet Jester's Bag of Entrelac Tricks. It uses Bernat Maker Home Dec yarn as a foundation with two different sizes of regular crochet hooks. This is an entrelac, Tunisian, a based project done in around. There is no slip stitching involved, so […]
Tunisian Tiles: Entrelac Afghan Pattern
Entrelac Afghan + Video Tutorial Entrelac Crochet is the art of creating gorgeous afghans that have boxed shapes that grow with each other. The concept is really easy once you understand the concept and stitch counts. I've filmed a video showing the step by step process of creating an Entrelac Crochet Afghan. In the original […]
Tunisian Entrelac in a Square Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Tunisian Entrelac in a Square This is Tunisian Entrelac that is completed in a square. It starts off with one box in the centre and then goes around, very much like a granny square. Of the Entrelac techniques, this one is my most favourite. It is easy and you really cannot go wrong anywhere. You […]
26 Mind & Colour Popping Patterns to Try
I've always wanted to try one of those Bargello Stitch Patterns to create diamonds in a project, but I couldn't find a free pattern or fully understand how to do it. In fact, two of my own projects were chosen for this round-up as well. Look at the 26 Patterns Here. What can I say, […]
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Learn how to create interesting stitches and, in many cases, see how they are used in real projects to spark your crochet creativity.
How To Crochet Thermal Stitch Dishcloth Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Thermal Stitch Dishcloth is a great, quick example of how to do this double-thickness crochet stitch. My friend Megan showed me how to do this stitch, and I was so inspired by it. The video tutorial demonstrates how to do this stitch in single crochet, including finishing the project. In the second half of the tutorial, […]
Learn to Crochet & Must See Beginners Tutorials
Welcome to the world of Crochet. Let's cut to the chase. If you want to know where to get started and have free access to help, The Crochet Crowd focuses on free tutorials. Most patterns are free, with some elite-level patterns charging a small nominal fee. Learn The Basics of Crochet We teach both right-hand […]
149 Crochet Stitch Combinations Known by Stitch Names + 100% Tutorials + Downloadable List
Stitches, when combined with others, create stitch names such as the Catherine Wheel Stitch, Granite Stitch, Suzette Stitch, Jasmine Stitch, and many more. Since 2008, The Crochet Crowd has been filming many of the combinations and are in tutorial format. Below is a master list connected to a tutorial. Most tutorials are in left- and […]
Crochet Yeti Bottle Cover Holder Pattern
I must have been hiding under a rock; I just learned what a Yeti is a couple of days ago! I saw this bottle cover and thought it was cute, and I wondered what the cover would fit. Voila, it's a Yeti. Ah, a reusable water bottle, mug, or jug! This is the Don't Forgetty […]
Not What I Expected Wave Crochet Blanket
We've been seeing this come back into trend and had to investigate. Have you figured it out before analyzing the pattern? This is the Crochet Lattice Pompom Blanket. Is it entrelac? Are they squares? What is going on here? On Yarnspirations Stitch Squad, we saw someone do this with transitioning yarn phasing in the greens. […]
Crochet C2C Border Pattern + Tutorial
DOWNLOAD FREE PATTERN C2C Border You've done a Corner to Corner blanket, now you are looking to learn how to apply a Corner to Corner Border around your Afghan. Need a Border? Many crocheters write in about how they want to do a border to corner to corner afghan. It's actually really simple. I used […]
Crochet Modern Plant Holders Pattern
Modern Plant Holders Looking for something more modern to put your plants into? Try the Modern Plant Holders. This crochet pattern is intended for very casual looking home decor appearances. Something not too formal and blending in with today's home decor style. Using Bernat Maker Home Dec Yarn as an option. I love this yarn. […]
Beginner Crochet and Knitting Workshops
Learn skills with Mikey through these easy-to-follow workshops. These are designed to get a taste tester for skills. All projects are sorted on this website by the skill level. Absolutely beginners of knowing what to buy and the first basic stitches you should know. We also have left-handed tutorials to help you. Beginner Patterns and […]
Crochet Tutorials Category Menu Options
The Crochet Crowd was first developed through YouTube as a community. Our website and social presence that we know today as Social Media followed about 2 years after as we were on the cusp of a new generation of How-To Tutorials. Playlists are updated each time a new video is added to YouTube, which is […]
How to Crochet Jester's Bag of Square Tricks
Crochet Jester's Bag of Square Tricks I was challenged by our team here at The Crochet Crowd to create a bag using only 2 balls of Bernat Maker Home Dec Yarn. Mikey had just completed his Jester's Bag of Entrelac Tricks. I thought a bit for something different, but was so inspired by his fun […]
Crochet Fringe Basket Pattern
Crochet Fringe Basket The Crochet Fringe Basket is a simplistic project with added fringe that is strategic to a few rounds near the top of the basket. The fringe area is still using single crochets but is asking you to turn after each round to produce a front bar that your fringe will attach to. […]
Crochet Caron Cakes Patterns
Keep Bringing on the Caron Cakes! Hello, my name is Jeanne and I am a Caron Cakes addict. I sat down and counted and since the debut 9 months ago in August of 2016, to date I have crocheted with this amazing yarn: 6 afghans, 4 cowls, 2 scarves, 1 shrug and 1 shawl. Uncompleted WIPs... […]
Crochet Crowd Stitch Video Libraries
The Crochet Crowd Stitch Libraries are split into a few libraries as they are concentrated on a skill or type of craft. Basic Stitch Library This library is focused on the pure basics of crochet. How do you do a stitch like a shell, together stitches, and so much more? This library is forever growing, […]
22 Crochet Stitch Sampler Patterns + Tutorials
Assorted Crochet Stitch Samplers Over the years, we have completed several stitch sampler crochet patterns. They are learning opportunities waiting to be unleashed. For myself, I prefer to design with this concept in mind because I get bored of the same stitch repeat in a pattern. Again, this is not for everyone. Many people are […]
Tips & Tricks for Crochet Free eBook
Tips & Tricks for Crocheters eBook Mikey collaborated with this eBook with AllFreeCrochet.com. Inside this free downloadable eBook, you will find helpful tips for organization, crochet techniques and crocheting on the go for the modern crocheter that can't stay in one place for long. Mikey provided details about attaching granny squares and how to change […]
Free Patterns
The Crochet Crowd Free Patterns The following list is in alphabetical order by Category of where the patterns can be found. For items where the picture doesn't match the category, there are patterns inside the category that have a mix of projects. The Crochet Crowd Original Patterns Designs by Mikey Designs by Jeanne Steinhilber TOP […]
Crochet Rainbow Dreams Patterns
Crochet Rainbow Dreams Patterns I have recently seen a few requests from people looking for patterns for a Rainbow Baby Blanket. I have a rainbow baby and I thought gathering a collection of Rainbow Patterns is a great way to celebrate all Rainbow Babies everywhere. Today we celebrate our little rainbow babies and envelop them […]
Country Crochet Quilt Pattern
Crochet Country Quilt Crochet Entrelac Style can be a lot of fun with slowly transitioning yarn. Though the yarn depicted is discontinued, it was called Bernat Mosaic. For the colour transitioning effects it had, it was one of my favourite yarns. I crocheted this fantastic afghan. It was one of the highlights of my crochet […]
Crochet Comfort Rice Bag Pattern
Crochet Comfort Rice Bag I designed this simple crochet comfort rice bag out of personal necessity for myself. I suffer from headaches and any kind of relief at the moment is much needed. They do say, the best ideas come from "see a need, fill a need" concepts. Why buy something from the store when […]