Crochet patterns you can follow without guessing

Free patterns and tutorials in plain language, with stitch counts so you can check your work. Start with a magic ring and work up to a blanket.

Forty-four classic squares, one simple layout and a ribbed band. If you can make a granny square, you can make this cardigan.

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Six kinds of crochet patterns, from your first stitches to finished blankets.

Every pattern lists the hook, yarn weight and skill level before you start.

The adjustable loop that starts every amigurumi, beanie and flat circle. Five steps, no hole in the middle.

The three-double-crochet cluster square, written slowly with a count for every round and a fix for crooked corners.

Heads, bodies and rattles all start with this shape. Fourteen rounds, one stitch, and a smooth round finish.

A stretchy rib that looks knitted, made from a single rectangle. Worked flat, seamed, gathered, done.

Whip stitch, slip stitch, single crochet seam or join-as-you-go. What each one looks like and when to use it.

Single crochet and chain 1, repeated. A woven-looking texture that's easy to remember and good to watch TV with.

1
Make a magic ring
The loop that starts every project worked in the round.
15 minutes to learn
2
Learn three stitches
Single, half double and double crochet cover most beginner patterns.
1 hour of practice
3
Finish a first project
A set of coasters uses both, and takes one evening.
20 minutes per coaster