A superfast two-row repeating baby blanket for the person in a rush. Great for charity box building. Using just one ball of Caron One Pound, this pattern is set to delight crocheters and receivers of this finished project. This is the One-Skein Baby Blanket pattern. One row is just single crochet and then is a...
Free Crochet and Knit Patterns by Brand
3-Hour Finger Crocheted Thick Throw + Tutorial
The Three-Hour Finger Crochet Thick Blanket was designed by Moogly, aka Tamara Kelly, for Yarnspirations. It's a craft because no knitting needles or crochet hooks are needed—you crochet this with your fingers. Inspired by Lauren, a contestant on a reality show called 'The Circle,' I wondered what else can be done when a hook is...
100 Caron Cakes Patterns
100 Caron Cakes Patterns Caron Cakes came to be in celebration of 100 years of Caron Yarns. Now, designers have officially hit over 100 crochet and knitting patterns designed for this yarn. Initially, this yarn was to be a three-month promotion but it took crocheters and knitters by storm. It completely caught Yarnspirations and Michaels...
What is Lauren LaChant on The Show 'The Circle' Making?
Lauren LaChant, a contestant on The Circle, has worked with yarn in many side scenes between activities. She's bi-crafted in that she crochets granny squares and finger-knits a blanket on the floor. While I cannot accurately identify the brand she uses to finger-knit her blanket, it appears to be Bernat Blanket Extra Thick yarn. Reality...
What To Do With Bernat Blanket Extra Yarn?
Introducing Bernat Blanket Extra yarn, a step above Bernat Blanket yarn as you know it. In the mid- to late 2010s, the craze of increasing the thickness of the yarn began. Crocheters know that more material per inch will increase the cost of the product, but there is a strong demand for it. There is...
Crochet Round Dish Puff for Scrubbing Dishes + Tutorial
You may see these projects as quick projects for a craft table, gift giving, Welcome To The Neighbourhood Baskets and much more. It is super fast to make and oddly satisfying, too. These are the Kitchen Dish Puff Scrubbies. These are made like a ball shape and then flattened at the end by sealing both...
Crochet Face Scrubber Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Face Scrubber uses Lily Sugar'n Cream yarn for a fast project. Great for craft tables or gift-giving. The pattern is only four rounds, and it's really easy to keep counts as you go. Remember to use 100% cotton yarn, such as Bernat Handicrafter, Peaches and Cream, or Lily Sugar'n Cream, for this type...
My First Knitted Vest Stitch Along
Loaded with a slew of tips and teaching you from the ground up to make a wearable knitted garment, Marly Bird will have you in stitches as you begin your process. This is the My First Knitted Vest Stitch Along. This stitch-along was designed for 2020 and is still available today. It includes the videos...
Crochet Puffy Petal Pillow Pattern
New to Yarnspirations is the Puffy Petal Pillow pattern, which features three-dimensional small flowers that form the casing for a generous pillow of 20" x 20". This pattern uses Caron Jumbo Twirl yarn, the latest fashion craze in maximalism. This reminds me of Yo-Yo Crochet, a craze when I started teaching on YouTube in 2008...
Mood-Boosting Throws and Pillow Pattern
As 2024 approaches the halfway mark, we are seeing a dynamic shift as the next trend, the maximalist, is coming on strong. The colouring and mood of the following theme of colouring are revealing itself. Click the VIEW COLLECTION on the picture below to go see the latest free pattern additions. Caron Jumbo Twirl lends...
How To Crochet Granny Triangle Dishcloth Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet a Triangle Granny Dishcloth Let me show you how to make a simple triangle dishcloth. This dishcloth is just like a granny square but it's only three sided. The corners are slightly different as the corners must turn more than 90 degrees as it's a triangle. Keep in mind that anything for the kitchen...
Crochet Mesh Vest Pattern + Photographic Tutorial
Get ready for the warmer weather or jet-setting to the warmer weather. The pattern is called Crochet Mesh Vest and its PDF is in beginner format. Styled for casual wearing using Caron Simply Soft yarn. Sized for adults of XS to 5 XL. You will find step by step photographic tutorial provided with this to...
How To Crochet Beginner Spectrum Blanket + Tutorial
Are you looking for an easy afghan but also one where the colours are mixed in a way that doesn't get you bored with repeating the same colour lines repeatedly? This Spectrum Afghan is simple; it is just half double crochet. It's generous, measuring 54" x 60". Try this afghan; it's using 6 colours of...
Crochet Mesh Dress Pattern
Using Patons Grace, a mercerized cotton, this Patons Mesh Dress will have the drape and feel to make you proud of what you have made. Patons Grace is one of my favourite yarns, with the sheen of the strand and strength to stand the test of time. Designed by Kat, one of the newest crochet...
Beginner Cocoon Sweater Pattern
The crochet Cocoon Sweater Pattern using Bernat Forever Fleece yarn is designed for beginners and beyond. It is designed with comfort and soothing feelings in mind. This pattern is available in sizes XS for adults to 5 XL for adults. This type of pattern is also called a Shrug. The pattern is made up of...
6 Crochet Simple Shrug Patterns
Shrugs are among one of the easiest patterns for clothing to make, especially if you are someone who is just starting with crochet, or making wearables that aren't a hat or scarf. I love them and have a few that I wear, as well as one of these that I'm working on myself. Most shrug...
Free Crochet Corset Pattern
Sized from XS to 5 XL is the Crochet Corset Pattern using Bernat Maker yarn. This yarn is cotton-based and strong. At the back, the corset is tied with lace ribbon. This stitch uses half-double crochet on the back bar. There is spiral steel bonding for the structure. I strong recommend using stitch markers for...
How to Crochet Wonky Granny Squares Pattern + Tutorial
In today's tutorial, you will follow along to make your squares have a definite twist in the centre, and then, as it gets bigger, the pattern begins to straighten up. The squares on the right and left are identical. The only difference that the colours are different between each. Amazing how different they can be....
Basic Cookware Crochet Protector Pattern
At a home decor store, I noticed pan protectors, and I immediately thought, I have cotton, and I have the desire. Can I create something to save Daniel's pans? Daniel creates magic in the kitchen and does use higher end cookware as it lasts longer and does a better job, in his opinion. Due to...
Birch Please Crochet Blanket + Tutorial
A fast two-day crochet blanket using Bernat Blanket yarn. Inspired by birch trees and quick repeating of 4 rounds of instructions. I became seriously addicted to this pattern I created due to the colour strategy involved, which I will share below. This is the Birch Please Crochet Blanket pattern. If you prefer not to use...
Crochet Floral Granny Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
For those who love eye-popping crochet projects and flowers blooming right out of the centers of their granny squares, this Crochet Floral Granny Afghan is a doozie. Though multiple colours are shown, there are only 2 different types of motifs shown. Neither of the grannies is over complicated and the one has skills I have...
Knit Friendship Knot Pillow + Tutorial
A beginner-level knit pattern consists of two long tube shapes intertwined into a square knot. The free pattern includes a schematic for putting them together. Then, using a tapestry needle, you will secure the ends of each tube to the back side. The yarn of choice is Bernat Plush Yarn. This is called the Knit...
New Leaf Crochet Cotton Baby Blanket + Tutorial
Designed with speed and comfort in mind, the New Leaf Crochet Cotton Baby Blanket is born. It uses Caron Cotton Cakes yarn and a simple repeating stitch until you get closer to the border. I created the leaf stitch combination in the Study of the Journey Afghan blanket. I have linked it below. It looks...
The Empty Chair at Christmas Crochet Throw Pattern
The sound of the hum of the furnace. The silence of the chair beside you. We are introducing a reflective Christmas Throw designed to meditate and remember someone in your life who is missing this Christmas. Inspired by Red Heart Soft yarn, I wanted to take a personal journey to remember my times with someone...
Pup's Favourite Dog Coat Sweater Pattern
Over the summer, you can work on smaller projects to keep the items off your lap due to the heat. This is the Pup Crochet Dog Coat Sweater pattern, which you can use to keep your dog warm in the fall and winter months ahead. To measure your dog, you measure the chest behind the...
How To Crochet Master and Pup Kerchief + Photographic Tutorial
Introducing an accessory for you and your important family members: the You and Pup Matching Kerchiefs. These are a beginner-level pattern, and you can size them for your convenience. They are made Using Red Heart Super Saver Stripes yarn called Favorite Stripe. The yarn changes colour on its own. There is an adult human size...
6 Crochet Dishcloth Patterns + Tutorials
6 Crochet Dishcloth Patterns Dishcloths are a great way to learn new crochet stitches, patterns or techniques before jumping into a full-size throw or blanket, or great if you're looking for something quick to work on. They're not a huge project so it doesn't get overwhelming or feel like each row is taking forever. Dishcloths...
Three Little Pigs Story Crochet Pillow for Kids
A story time includes a custom crochet pillow sharing the story of the friendly three little pigs in their houses. Each panel is part of the story, such as the house of bricks, house of sticks and house of straw. This is the Three Little Pigs Crochet Story Pillow. The wolf is depicted as a...
Handmade Coin Robot Bank Project
Make something easy and cute to help someone you love to collect their change. Maybe an allowance box. Both boxes are the same but coloured in their own way. Don't be scared to stitch your box in a way that suits the personality of the person you are making it for. The are the Plastic...
Summer Craft Yarn Wrapped Letters Project + Photo Tutorial
For summer crafting or anytime for that matter, Yarn Wrapped Letters. A photographic tutorial is available, and I was surprised by it on page 2. I never thought of doing that with the letters for the edging. This is showing Red Heart Scrubby Yarn. I know some of you may have bought this yarn but...
Crochet Granny Square Shorts Pattern + 3 More Patterns
New are the Red Heart All In One Granny Square Crochet Shorts. These are sized for adults between the sizes of extra small to 3 extra large. It also uses black coloured Red Heart Super Saver for trim and other details. The squares are joined through flat stitch joining. I will provide a tutorial below...
Flowered Wedding Favour Box Pattern
It is an elegant way to decorate a cardstock box for a special day in a person's life. From weddings, birthdays and graduations, this handmade decoration is certainly Instagram-ready. This is the Crochet Wedding Flower Favour Box pattern. Weddings are usually associated to delicate crochet items such as this. These flowers are just a few...
Leave the Sand at Beach Granny Tote
This oversized granny tote is designed for that trip to the beach. Hauling those towels and other accessorize you need for a day outting. This bag has stretch to it when in use. This is the Oversized Crochet Granny Tote Bag. Easy to shake out the sand at the end of the day and store...
Crochet Willowdale Cardigan Pattern + 1 More Similar Pattern
Have you seen the Willow Square below? You probably have, and I will provide a link for that additional free pattern below. This is the Patons Willowdale Crochet Cardigan. This pattern, developed by Katherine Poole-Fournier, elegantly mixes the trending granny square look into a wearable garment. Its lacy back and sleeves complement the relaxed look...
Crochet Colourweave Oasis Gorgeous Blanket + 2 More Patterns
This stunning Crochet Colourweave Oasis Blanket uses strategy colour overlay techniques to create vertical lines. We've used techniques like this before, where we intentionally leave spaces in the blanket to make the lines after the main structure of the blanket is done. I will provide a couple more examples below of this technique. This uses...
Crochet Playing Card Suit Storage Basket
Are games a thing at your house? Possibly a game of Euchre, Uno and other smaller games to store? Wendy Maruna came up with a perfect gift for her family as a birthday present. Introducing the Card Suit Crochet Storage Basket. The covering is slid over an existing box you need to find. The dimensions...
Crochet Mesh Summer Cardigan Pattern + Special Tutorial
New for 2024 is the Crochet Mesh Cardigan pattern. Using Patons Linen yarn that is a mix of Linen and Cotton together. This highly durable yarn product makes a very long last crochet garment to enjoy. This pattern is sized for extra small to 5 extra large adults. There are more patterns provided with the...
What To Do With Patons Linen Yarn
Patons Linen yarn has resurfaced again to be in trend for 2024. There are 13 shades, and yes, some of the shades need to be stocked online as this is currently coming back in full swing. What exactly is this yarn? Patons Linen is a DK light yarn made from a durable natural mix of...
Crochet Bargello Make Waves Blanket Pattern
Bargello crochet is a concept in crochet where the row steps either up or down in a block formation. It gives things like this Making Waves Crochet Blanket pattern the look that is has. We have more Bargello type of patterns and I have put them both below as well. I think the hardest part...
Crochet Christmas Ornament Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
The crochet boho ornament afghan was inspired in 2016 but not officially developed until 2018. The original inspiration came from the Crochet Victorian Ornament Afghan by Kate Steinke. I struggled with the Victorian version, as I found the round beginning and ending confusing, at least to me. So, I re-wrote the pattern in a way...