Free beginner crochet patterns are great for those learning to crochet as well as crafters looking for a simple project. These easy crochet patterns for beginners will help you to create your project step by step, with a free written crochet pattern. You can learn more about crochet skill levels here.
How to Crochet a Beginner Pattern?
A beginner skill level crochet pattern may include:
- Basic crochet stitches (e.g. single crochet)
- Simple increases and decreases
- Basic sewing skills
What can beginners crochet?
There’s so many free beginner crochet patterns out there, the list is endless! I recommend beginners start by following simple designs which use the basic crochet stitches. Beginner crochet projects usually involve little to no sewing or colour changes. My free crochet patterns for beginners are listed below, I hope you find one you love! You may also enjoy my easy crochet patterns which are a little more difficult.
Beginner – Free Patterns
5 Minute Water Balloons – Free Crochet Pattern
The hottest day on record seems like the perfect time to release my new 5 minute water balloons free crochet pattern! These small crochet water balloons are a quick and easy project, ideal for making a fast batch before the kids get home from school. The beginner friendly crochet…
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Basic Crochet Stitches
There are 4 basic crochet stitches you will need to learn to be able to master the art of crochet. The stitches are single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet and treble crochet. Most crochet patterns use these 4 basic stitches and this handy guide will give you a…
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Free Reversible Caterpillar Crochet Pattern – Flippy Friends
The free reversible caterpillar crochet pattern works up really quickly with scrap yarn. Believe it or not, there’s very minimal sewing too! The crochet caterpillar plush is a little different from the other Flippy Friends. His body pops to create fun different colours and makes a fun, interactive fidget…
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Free Reversible Octopus Crochet Pattern – Flippy Friends
This free reversible octopus crochet pattern is the easiest of the Flippy Friends collection, its ideal for beginners. The kids plushie could pass as an octopus or a jellyfish, either way the amigurumi sea creature is a cute interactive toy with a little extra fun than your usual stuffed…
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Flippy Friends – Free Reversible Animal Crochet Patterns
Welcome to the home of the Flippy Friends, here you will find the ever growing list of free reversible animal crochet patterns all in one place! Choose from a collection of reversible sea creatures, bugs, fantasy animals and cute pets. Check back soon for new characters. New Reversible Animal…
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Crochet Daisy Applique Pattern – Free
If your looking for a scrap yarn project this Spring you might just love this free crochet daisy applique pattern! The small crochet appliques work up in minutes and look great sewn onto most crochet projects such as baby blankets and hats to give them a pretty, flower theme.…
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Free Sunflower Applique Crochet Pattern
Summer is on its way, and it got me inspired to create a free sunflower applique crochet pattern. This easy crochet sunflower pattern is beginner friendly and the small Summer flower is quick and easy to make. These small crochet sunflower appliqués are perfect to get you in the…
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Cuddly Kids Bath Robe
This hooded kids bathrobe is crochet pattern is available for children aged 3 to 9 years old. Made with super chunky blanket yarn, its squishy, soft and utterly adorable! The cuddly dressing gown is made in one piece with no sewing, you’ll be surprised at how quickly it works…
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Moss Stitch Crochet Tutorial
The moss stitch is also known as the granite or linen stitch. It’s a very easy 1 row Repeat with double sided texture. Moss stitch description The Moss stitch is reversible and looks identical on both sides. It has tiny gaps but creates a neat and interesting texture. How…
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Free Rose Applique Crochet Pattern
My newest design in my easy crochet applique collection is the free rose applique crochet pattern. I’m a little obsessed with these 3D crochet roses lately so I thought I’d share them with you. You can sew them onto any of your projects to make them look instantly pretty!…
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Free No Drama Men’s Beanie Crochet Pattern
Thanks for checking out my No drama men’s beanie crochet pattern. Finally my husband asked me to make him a beanie! Of course being a designer I had all sorts of stitches and ideas running through my head. I was quickly stopped in my tracks when he kindly asked…
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Net Stitch Crochet Tutorial
The net stitch tutorial is suitable for beginners and experts alike. Made from double crochets and chains it creates a lovely net like fabric with little holes. The stitch is suitable for pretty much any of your crochet projects to add some easy and interesting texture. Net stitch description…
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Free Umbrella Applique Crochet Pattern
Thanks for checking out my umbrella appliqué crochet pattern. I’m currently working on a granny square blanket for my daughters. I plan to fill each square with a different appliqué until I have a big blanket full of the things they love most! This rainbow appliqué is part of…
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Free Rainbow Appliqué Crochet Pattern
Thanks for checking out my rainbow appliqué crochet pattern. I’m currently working on a granny square blanket for my daughters. I plan to fill each square with a different appliqué until I have a big blanket full of the things they love most! This rainbow appliqué is part of…
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Free Rain Cloud Applique Crochet Pattern
Thanks for checking out my rain cloud appliqué crochet pattern. I’m currently working on a granny square blanket for my daughters. I plan to fill each square with a different appliqué until I have a big blanket full of the things they love most! This rain cloud appliqué is…
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Free Sun Applique Crochet Pattern
Thanks for checking out my sun appliqué crochet pattern. I’m currently working on a granny square blanket for my daughters. I plan to fill each square with a different appliqué until I have a big blanket full of the things they love most! This sun appliqué is part of…
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Free Sun Showers Weather Applique Crochet Patterns
Thanks for checking out my sun showers weather appliqué crochet pattern bundle. As you may know I have spent the last few weeks designing and crocheting appliqués for a granny square blanket for my daughter. These patterns will all be gradually released over the next few weeks so check…
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Free Baby Doll Hat & Mittens Crochet Pattern
Thanks for checking out my baby doll hat & mittens crochet pattern. To begin my youngest daughter just loves baby dolls! She spends hours looking after them and was absolutely delighted when she woke up and found her favourite doll in her new hat and mittens. Of course I…
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Free & Easy Kids Hat Crochet Pattern
Thanks for checking out my easy kids hat crochet pattern. With the weather getting colder my children needed new winter hats. Well it was a perfect excuse to get my hook out and start crocheting. These hats are so warm and cosy, my daughters love them. They have barely…
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Free Christmas Wine Cosy Crochet Pattern
Thanks for checking out my Christmas wine cosy crochet pattern. So, I decided to add a personal touch to my gifts this year by adding a homemade wine bottle cover. Basically, it seemed a lot more thoughtful than a basic cardboard gift bag. Equally important it can be reused…
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Free Little Balloons Crochet Pattern
Thanks for checking out my little balloons crochet pattern. My children are always hosting birthday party’s for their mini dolls. My daughter was desperate for some ‘party’ toys to add to her play sets. With this in mind I made a crochet bouncy castle and of course little balloons.…
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Free Tiny Gift Box Crochet Pattern
Thanks for checking out my gift box crochet pattern. This little gift box is about the size of a ring box. I made the gift box as part of my Christmas doll house collection. By adding a little toy stuffing and sewing on the lid it could be used…
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Free Doll Pocket Shawl Crochet Pattern
Thanks for checking out my doll pocket shawl crochet pattern. To begin, anyone who is part of a crochet community will probably have heard of the huge pocket shawl trend that’s been going on lately. With this in mind I came to the conclusion that a fashion doll simply…
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Lemon Peel Crochet Stitch Tutorial
The lemon peel stitch tutorial is an easy one and the stitch is a very simple 1 row repeat and gives a lovely texture, just like the peel of a lemon. Lemon peel stitch description The lemon peel stitch is a solid crochet stitch with no gaps making it…
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