Let’s go for some non-themed crochet. While major holidays are over for a bit, let’s do some generalized, non-themed projects. Of course, babies are a year round, indeed a lifetime, thing and need no special occasion. So, let us then explore some square baby blanket ideas to help the mothers among us keep our little…

Dress creatively this summer with crochet. While summer is generally known for being warm, there are such things as chilly evenings and windy days. However, we crocheters know how to protect ourselves and look great at the same time. To this end, there is no better solution than a crocheted summer cardigan.  Overall, cardis are lovely,…

A blanket is not just your gran’s heavy woolen affair. In fact, I think that it’s time to explore some light, breezy and airy summer crochet blanket ideas. To this point, these crochet patterns are made to be warm and cozy for a cool summer evening or a colder day. Additionally, they are designed to…

Tis the season to make blankets! Of all Christmas decorations you can make, a joyful festive blanket is one of the most original and visible signs of your holiday spirit. Indeed, while Christmas bulbs and hanging toys are great in themselves, a whole themed blanket is surely better. To that end, here are some wintery…

Heart shapes can be incorporated into any crochet item or shape. Don’t believe me? See below! I hope you have seen another one of my posts, entitled Heart Granny Square Free Crochet Patterns. If not, have a look. Here, is a similar idea, but instead of a square, but instead we have placed a heart…

We’ve recently had fun, cheeky and whimsical. It’s now time to crochet something sweet and beautiful. Crochet flowers, what can we say about them? They are some of the most loved and most frequent themes for blankets, clothing, throws and other projects. Here are some crochet flower blanket free patterns that will have you “enflowering”…

Hearts, they say you care year round, not just on Valentine’s. Hearts are a great theme for crocheting projects, be they on toys, pillows, or as below, on blankets. In fact, it is just about the ideal cover for a kid’s bed, a throw in a nursery, or something for the bedroom. In general, the patterns…

Sometimes a gentler palette with a more subtle and subdued gamma is what the doctor ordered. Baby blankets work best in whites and light pastels or perhaps slightly smoky hues. This, therefore,  makes them  easy on the eyes and a lot of fun to crochet. Certainly, these will also be greatly appreciated as a baby…

Short of shawls there is no crochet topic more popular than cats. Here are some cat-themed projects to give you your feline fix. I bet you are a cat lover, consequently you probably think that  nothing goes better together than a hook, good coffee, your favourite TV show and a cat. If so, you will love…

We are living in interesting times. Sometimes, we all need a little help in dealing with them. Mood blankets are a great way to help you come to grips with it all. A mood blanket is simply a building block-based granny blanket, where each panel is related to a mood or emotion. You crochet them…

Most crochet squares fall in the 4″ to 12″ range, and are used as building blocks for larger projects. However, today, I thought that we’d show something a little different. Here are some patterns for honkin’ big squares that are projects of and in themselves. Not only are they attractive and unique, they will be…

Animal appliques are great projects for making products kids will just love to bits. You could take even the most mundane blanket and breathe some life into it just by incorporating a simple animal there. Imagine how good a truly attractive blanket will be! Spike Stitch Blanket with Flamingo Applique  This beautiful blanket has a…

We all have a romantic side, don’t we? Sometimes it is hidden deep down, sometimes we are showing it to the world. Today we have something really romantic to show to you. The collection we called Laces and Flowers Square Blankets reflects our love for delicate, subtle designs. The blankets are all absolutely beautiful, just…

No season is wrong for a cardigan Undeniably, cardigans are a  lovely crocheted garment, soft, warm and cosy. They are a joy to make and to wear. However, the standard cardigan can be a bit ho-hum. Conversely, the longer cardigan free crochet patterns below are for flowing, casual sweaters you can wear every day, together…

There is a great way of creating beautiful accessory, and it involves a crochet hook! There are so many Great Shoulder Bags that you can make yourself! This season you should forget about buying one. Big and useful bags will keep all the things you need to have at hand while roaming the city or…

Squaring the Big Circle is a classic afghan, throw or area rug made using squares inset with roundels of various colors. The whole of the project is finished with a multi-row edge that gives it structural and visual completeness. As should be obvious, the size is easily adaptable to your needs, by adding squares as…

Your home always needs baskets. Even if you think that you have everything nicely stored, there are always some knick-knacks laying around without a designated place. Why not make a beautiful basket to keep them all there? Our today’s collection of Great Crochet Basket Ideas will give you inspiration to create something new and refresh…

This pattern is no longer available for free.  Oooo, banana! A granny square blanket full of Minion faced squares will surely will be a favorite with your baby, toddler or even older child. This funny and colorful pattern is hard to resist, because the well combined colors make its very eye-catching. The finished blanket is…

Welcome, beautiful people! The season for sunflowers is coming, and it is coming soon! In order to celebrate, we have gathered the most inspiring Sunflower Crochet Ideas with free patterns. We bet it will get you in the mood to create wonders with yellow and brown yarn! Do you have enough in your stash? Get equipped!…

If you are tired of conventional projects and would like to advance your level a little bit, you have to try this beautiful Celtic knot. The square is made in dc so don’t be too intimidated to make it by its complicated appearance. The finished square is 7″ on a side and you can simply…

Squares, squares, squares everywhere! This post is an unlimited source of ideas for lovely afghan squares. The stream of inspiration is neverending! Some of the blankets we are presenting to you today were designed as themes for popular crochet alongs. Others are just regular patterns designed by exceptional talents. All of them will never stop…

Love is in the air, our lovely Crocheters! Help it find the way into your homes and your projects before the 14th of February. We have decided to help you do it by creating this collection of patterns for decorative little hearts. How adorable, right? Crochet Heart Applique Free Patterns Charming Heart Motif February 14th…

Perfectly basic shapes, modern simplicity, original stitches, nice textures and the most wonderful cocktails of colors. Sounds like a crocheter’s dream come true? Well, that’s the other name we gave to today’s selection of blanket patterns. Dive into it and get inspired! Patchwork Throw Free Crochet Pattern Patchwork projects always have this fun, laid-back character…

Theme, theme like the wind! So, it’s winter outside, and you need to adapt to the season. After all, we dress our home for spring (like Easter) and fall (like Thanksgiving). Therefore, why not winterize your home bay adding some touches of l’hiver here and there. To that end, pot holders are a great way…