Introducing the beginner-level Crochet Color Block Tunic by Yarnspirations. There is a sister to this top called the Crochet Color Block Top. The difference between the sisters is the length of the body section. The body section in the picture is the black area. The difference is a minimum of 10" between the two styles....
Patons Yarn Patterns
Patons offers the finest heritage yarns for garments and home decor, as well as timeless patterns that will become beautiful heirlooms. From natural fibres to beautiful acrylics, Patons’ yarns are a classic choice for your most treasured projects. Try out the Patons Classic Wool family of 100% warm wool, or the many exciting textures of the acrylic yarns, perfect for stylish knit or crochet accessories.
Crochet Wrapped in Waves Blanket Shawl Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Wrapped Waves Blanket Shawl This beautiful square blanket shawl is using Kroy Socks FX yarn for lightweight and extremely long-lasting projects. It's called the Crochet Wrapped in Waves Blanket Shawl. Kroy Socks yarn is on the finer side of life. Providing the delicate touches of a smaller crochet hook. With this yarn being made...
Free Patons Kroy Granny Socks Pattern + Crochet Diagrams
Granny squares are hot, and pretty much anything granny stitch-oriented. New as of January 2025 are Patons Kroy Granny Socks. They are sized in three sizes that include the following: To fit U.S. Women’s Shoe Sizes Finished foot length / circumference. Designed by Kathrine Fournier-Poole, a Yarnspirations designer. Katherine is the designer for the two...
Crochet Twisting Lace Socks Pattern + Tutorial
This Crochet Twisting Lace Socks pattern has a name that is deceptive to the crochet work involved in making them. I was expecting cable work and complex stitching, but it's one of those cases where the name is fancy, but the stitches are what we are used to. You have the look if you know...
Patons Free Crochet Snowflake Doily Pattern with Tutorial and Diagrams
Only one ball of Patons Grace in the colour called Snow will do up this 9.5" diameter crochet snowflake doily. It's a simple 4 round crochet snowflake pattern with the other snowflakes attaching to the existing snowflakes as you go—no sewing is involved. Provided in this free pattern called Crochet Snowflake Doily pattern are two...
Crochet Wafflin' Around Cowl Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Wafflin' Around Cowl An easy level Crochet Waffle Texture Cowl called the Crochet Wafflin' Around Cowl. Featuring the beautiful and luxurious look of Patons Alpaca Blend yarn. The pattern consists of 2 repeat rows after you get the 1st row established. It's an easy project to maintain and visually keep an eye on. You...
What is Mikey's Personal Stitch Gauge? + Tutorial
Every crocheter has their stitch gauge. Gauge is the unit of measure in which your hands operate to create a finished stitch. Some crocheters are loose, others are tight, and some are of the recommended ball size. Designers provide a gauge when a crochet pattern is made; it allows crocheters to match the indicator by...
Wayuu Crochet: Mochilas Pattern + Tutorials
Introduction to Wayuu Crochet: Art of Making Mochilas Wayuu Crochet is a technique developed by the Wayuu Tribe in Colombia. They have specialized in the art of making Mochilas. Mochila means a bag or sack. If you have ever travelled to the Caribbean, you may see Mochilas on exhibit in vendors and most of you...
Crochet Mochila Messenger Bag
The Crochet Mochila Messenger Bag is designed by Marion Verloop, a leading expert of Mochila Designs and instructions. This concept is from the Wayuu Tribe of Colombia and is also known as Wayuu Crochet. A thin usually, cotton, based yarn is crocheted ever so tightly to form these iconic-looking bag designs. Marion Verloop has designs...
16 Crochet Fingerless Gloves Patterns
Crochet fingerless gloves are so practical in today's era of cell phone use. They allow easy access to get the chill off most hands while being mobile-friendly.
Free Patons Easy Crochet Snowflake Coaster Free Pattern with Crochet Diagram
Enjoy a floating crochet snowflake inside a frame to form this 5" crochet coaster made with Patons Grace yarn. Each ball of Patons Grace can make five snowflake coasters. This is the Easy Crochet Snowflake Coaster pattern. The coaster has seven rounds total and is pretty easy to put together. Materials Patons Grace (125 m/136...
Free Patons Grey Matters Beanie Crochet Hat Pattern + Tutorial
Mikey's Grey Matters Beanie Crochet Hat has been added to our sock-yarn beanie crochet hats. Crocheted with a 3 mm / D/11 crochet hook with Patons Kroy Sock Yarn in Grey Marl, this hat is easy to make and fits ever so perfectly. It's gender-neutral, and with the wool properties of this yarn, it's one...
Free Patons Crochet Star Flower Cotton Coasters + Diagram + Tutorial
Designed with one ball of Patons Grace yarn, you can make five coasters with one ball. Patons Grace is a mercerized cotton that is perfect for items that may get wet. It's not a dishrag cotton, though. It's fashion cotton. These start with a star shape and transform into a twelve-petal flower by the end....
Free Patons Crochet Study of The Journey Stitch Along + Tutorial
Crochet Stitch Along with a signature Mikey free patterns called the Study of the Journey Crochet Blanket. Completed with Patons Inspired yarn. This stitch along happened in 2021 and the complete pattern and tutorials are ready for you at any time. This blanket was a tough design to create and took about 2 months from...
122 Crochet and Knit Shawl Free Patterns
Take the chill out of the air with a wrappable crochet or knit garment. These 122 Crochet and Knit Shawl Patterns may be next on your hit list of free patterns. Get to it and see different versions, such as triangle or flat rectangle pattern shawls. Triangle shawls that are fashion-oriented tend to be 16"...
Crochet Pinwheel Shawl Pattern + Tutorial
Using Patons Grace Yarn, you can create this incredible Crochet Pinwheel Shawl. This is one of the most intricate designs from Yarnspirations and is intermediate in skill. The first 9 rounds are repeating everything in like a pie shape of 8 sections. Then the final 3 rounds transition to a square. The tutorial is designed...
Complete Guide to Crochet Abbreviations
This list is in alphabetical order and constantly updated as The Crochet Crowd uses more abbreviations. Check back. Mikey is personally gathering abbreviations data from Yarnspirations.com to compile a list. Terms with links have a matching free video tutorial showing how to do the stitch. The list is frequently updated and can be downloaded. . . Absolute...
How To Crochet Mandala Doily Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Mandala Doily is a beautiful table topper that has the diagram included with this design. I used Patons Grace. My version is 20" diam. I used a 2.5 mm / C hook for my version. My colour breakdown in Patons Grace, you do not need more than 1 ball per colour and in...
Crochet Granny Poncho Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Granny Poncho is using more fine yarn. It was originally using Red Heart Luster Sheen but I used Patons Grace in the new tutorial. The motifs are visually interesting and you will see in the pattern itself that it looks nice, even as a solid colour. The colouring is strategically laid out. I...
Free Patons Crochet Kroy Socks Adult Beanie Pattern
Have you ever looked at an independent yarn shop and loved the yarn but were unsure what to crochet? Yep... you're not alone. In my recent adventure to Alaska, I finally bought yarn to design hats with skinny yarn. Why? Because my partner, Daniel, doesn't like chunky hats. He wants the warmth without the bulk....
Crochet Lacy Infinity Cowl Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Infinity Cowl is a lacy 74" cowl that is double wrapped when you wear it. It has a scalloped shell and mesh section within. Red Heart Stardust yarn is no longer available, you can substitute with 5 balls of Patons Kroy Socks yarn. It has a nylon and exquisite appearance, like using higher-end...
Easy 4-Row Repeating Scarf Pattern + Tutorial
Initially designed by Daisy Farm Crafts using Patons Classic Wool Roving yarn for Yarnspirations. I wondered what this would look like with Bernat Symphony yarn instead. This is simply called Crochet Scarf pattern. This pattern was adapted to maximize the amount of Bernat Symphony with a slight change to not run out of yarn. I...
Free Crochet and Knit Patterns Inspired by Beetlejuice
She can read 'the book' because she is strange and unusual! I cannot wait for the second movie, as I have watched the first movie more times than I can count. It does look a bit scary, though. Dare you see the patterns? I think she here needs an aspirin; she looks worn out! There...
6 Crochet Brimming with Potential Patterns
Crochet Brimming With Potential Patterns I recently just made a hat with a brim because a friend hinted that she would really love one. I had never tried one before, Let me tell you it is my new obsession! I don't know why I haven't been making these patterns a lot sooner! I got curious...
CLEARANCE: What To Do With Patons Alpaca Blend Yarn
Brand new to Patons Yarns is Patons Alpaca Blend. For those who love exquisite yarn without the high prices, Alpaca Blend is a mix of Acrylic, Wool, Nylon and Alpaca all spun into one fabulous ball. There are a handful left in the USA warehouse, but the Canadian Warehouse is already sold out. This is...
Crochet Elizabeth Stitch + Diagram and Tutorial
The underrated stitch is the Crochet Elizabeth Stitch, an easy repeat and effective way to thicken up your crochet without much effort. Easy stitch this up pretty quickly without much effort to count stitches. The hook wrapping makes a difference with this easy-going stitch. The placement below is easy to see, even with Bernat Blanket...
How To Crochet All 10 - 2021 Crochet Stitch Alongs
Stitch-alongs allow crocheters to pick up new skills. Many times, the stitch-along push skills are based on current trends. In 2021, we had several as the pandemic was still in motion. It gave us a sense of accomplishment when our world felt unstable. In this round-up, we will explore all of our stitch-alongs for 2021....
8 Crochet Beret Patterns + Tutorials
Crochet berets have become and gone out of style over the years. Sometimes, they are hot; other times, they are not. It's really up to your style. Some things I wear are not in trend, and I don't care because it's who I am and what I enjoy wearing. Some of the choices below will...
Crochet Asymmetrical Cape-Cho Pattern
Crochet Asymmetrical Cape-Cho Stunning new Crochet Asymmetrical Cape-Cho design that is free to use. The pattern is designed for XS - 5XL as stated in the written instructions. Recommended yarn is Patons Canadiana or equivalent yarn. Amazing texture and shaping. It just looks amazing. The body is an easy shape to get and when folded...
6 Crochet Blanket Cool Patterns
Crochet Blanket Idea Patterns It's that time of year when people are planning weddings, and we start planning wedding gifts. Blankets are a wonderful and cherished go to. I received a blanket for a wedding gift before I know how to crochet, and it's still my favourite I even hunted down yarn that was the...
Crochet Mochila Coasters Patterns + Tutorial
Crochet Mochila Coasters Marion Verloop has just released a collection of Crochet Mochila Coasters Patterns. This is also known as Wayuu Crochet, concept by the Wayuu Tribe of Colombia. The pattern is $3 EUR which includes 8 designs for the fancy designs and 1 design of just straight solid colour. Speaking bluntly, all of those...
Not Enough Time? 100 Quick Stitch Knit and Crochet Patterns
Time is moving on quicker than many of us can keep up with. Investing in a blanket or clothing item may be unrealistic for you. We've pulled together 100 quick stitch knit and crochet items to consider. . . Highlights Of Some Quickies
Wednesday Inspired Houndstooth Knit Hat + Tutorial
DOWNLOAD FREE WED PATTERNS The latest craze of Wednesday's show on Netflix is grabbing crocheters and knitters alike to see items they recognize. The Wed Inspired Houndstooth Hat is one of those patterns that knitters notice immediately. The tutorial provides a walk-through of the pattern, as the skills are easily picked up through Knitting Crowd...
10 Steps - How Yarns Are Determined to Hit the Yarn Shelves in a Store Near You
Yarn: the fabulous fiber that weaves its way in and out of our lives, sometimes making grand entrances and occasional quiet exits. But then there are the legends, the yarns that stand the test of time, clutching their labels like badges of honor for decades. Meet the hall-of-famers: Bernat Super Value, Red Heart Super Saver,...
The Colour Purple in Yarn Choices
The colour purple tends to be in most yarn lines as it's a highly anticipated colour. The colour can represent wealth, creativity, peace, devotion and pride. For Halloween, it's the polar opposite of pumpkin, making orange and purple stand apart but mixing so well. Purple can look expensive or give the illusion. Depending on the...
Crochet Chain Reaction Scarf Pattern + Tutorial
A fabulous crochet accessory scarf is called the Chain Reaction Scarf by Yarnspirations.com. This is an easy scarf that can be quickly done in an evening as it just involves chain work strategically double crocheted at certain points to keep it all together. This scarf is using the new Patons Peak Yarn that has incredible...
8 Crochet Doily Patterns - Table, Wall or Earrings
Every now and then, I like to question my ability to see, or as I fondly think, if it strengthens my eyes by working with lovely thin yarn. My usual go with the thin yarn is earrings but I have seen friends at the Stitch Social creating other patterns and thought it would be fun...
Crochet Buffalo Plaid Cardigan Pattern
Crochet Buffalo Plaid Cardigan Introducing the Crochet Buffalo Plaid Cardigan pattern that is written for sizes from XS - 5 XL. The pattern is very detailed on how these mini granny squares are worked together to create the shape and plaid look. A very casual looking design that determined beginners can easily pick up. Play...
Easy to Crochet Patons Linen Block Top Pattern + Tutorial
With Patons Linen yarn that came back to market in 2024, more designs are being created for this elevated yarn. This is the Beginner Crochet Block Top pattern. You can do this pretty quickly if you know how to double crochet. Think of it like building blocks. There are no angles on this, but due...
The Crochet Crowd Book
The Crochet Crowd's only book came out in September 2021 after a year of development. Featuring Michael Sellick, Daniel Zondervan and a list of other friends to make some patterns for the book. Those people included Jeanne Steinhilber, Anita Grover, Megan McHugh and Kathleen Nolen. You can pick it up at your favourite bookstore and/or...