Crochet patterns

Gauge

20 stitches and 20 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

440.0 g · 880.0 m · 5 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 4, subject to washed gauge · beginner

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Chain 161; sc in second chain from hook and across (160 sc).
2. Work 200 total rows of 160 sc. At each turn ch1 (not counted), sc in first and every remaining stitch.
3. Fasten off and weave in ends.
4. Wash as the yarn directs and lay flat to 80 × 100 cm.

The entire knitted version is garter stitch. For crochet, add one optional sc border after measuring: use evenly distributed side pickups and 3 sc in each corner. Border yarn is additional.

Gauge

20 stitches and 20 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

165.0 g · 330.0 m · 2 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 4, subject to washed gauge · beginner

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Chain 41; sc in second chain from hook and across (40 sc).
2. Work 300 total rows of 40 sc. At each turn ch1 (not counted), sc in first and every remaining stitch.
3. Fasten off and weave in ends.

A 40-stitch row at this gauge is 20 cm wide. Add fringe after finishing if desired; fringe is excluded from the 150 cm length.

Gauge

20 stitches and 14 dc rows per 10 cm

Yarn from the entered sample

197.3 g · 394.7 m · 2 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 4, subject to washed gauge · intermediate

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Chain 4; work 2 dc into fourth chain (3 dc including counted ch3). Each later row: ch3 (counts as first dc), dc in same edge stitch, dc across to the last stitch, 2 dc in last. Each row adds 2. After row 100 there are 201 dc; fasten off.
2. Fasten off and weave in ends.

The long top edge is about 100.5 cm. For knitting, the height at 28 rows per 10 cm is about 70.7 cm. Crochet row height depends on the dc swatch; use 14 dc rows per 10 cm for about 71.4 cm.

Gauge

20 stitches and 20 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

165.0 g · 330.0 m · 2 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 4, subject to washed gauge · beginner

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Make two body panels: Chain 61; sc in second chain from hook and across (60 sc). Work 80 total rows of 60 sc. At each turn ch1 (not counted), sc in first and every remaining stitch.
2. Make two handle strips: Chain 11; sc in second chain from hook and across (10 sc). Work 120 total rows of 10 sc. At each turn ch1 (not counted), sc in first and every remaining stitch.
3. Fasten off and weave in ends.
4. Join matching body sides and base; leave the top open. Fold each handle end 3 cm onto the bag at two marked positions, sew a rectangle with a diagonal cross at each attachment, and repeat for the second handle.

Each body is 30 × 40 cm; each handle is 5 × 60 cm before attachment. Add a lining when the fabric stretches under the intended load.

Gauge

20 stitches and 20 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

443.3 g · 886.6 m · 5 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 4, subject to washed gauge · beginner

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Make front and back rectangles: Chain 101; sc in second chain from hook and across (100 sc). Work 110 total rows of 100 sc. At each turn ch1 (not counted), sc in first and every remaining stitch.
2. Make two sleeve rectangles: Chain 65; sc in second chain from hook and across (64 sc). Work 80 total rows of 64 sc. At each turn ch1 (not counted), sc in first and every remaining stitch.
3. Fasten off and weave in ends.
4. Join 15 cm of each top shoulder edge, leaving a 20 cm central neck opening. Centre each 32 cm sleeve upper edge on a shoulder seam; join 16 cm to front and 16 cm to back. Join sleeve lengthwise seams and body side seams below sleeves.

Finished chest is 100 cm, body length 55 cm and sleeve tube circumference 32 cm. The dropped shoulder adds to worn sleeve length. Check these measurements against a garment that fits before making both pieces.

Gauge

20 stitches and 20 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

457.6 g · 915.2 m · 5 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 4, subject to washed gauge · beginner

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Back: Chain 101; sc in second chain from hook and across (100 sc). Work 120 total rows of 100 sc. At each turn ch1 (not counted), sc in first and every remaining stitch.
2. Two fronts: Chain 47; sc in second chain from hook and across (46 sc). Work 120 total rows of 46 sc. At each turn ch1 (not counted), sc in first and every remaining stitch.
3. Two sleeves: Chain 65; sc in second chain from hook and across (64 sc). Work 80 total rows of 64 sc. At each turn ch1 (not counted), sc in first and every remaining stitch.
4. Fasten off and weave in ends.
5. Join the outer 15 cm of each front top to the corresponding back shoulder. Leave the centre back neck open. Centre each sleeve at its shoulder; join its upper edge for 16 cm each side. Seam the sleeve and body sides.

Back width 50 cm; each front 23 cm leaves a relaxed open edge. No buttonholes are required. Use the buttonhole calculator when adding a separately worked band.

Gauge

20 stitches and 20 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

92.4 g · 184.8 m · 1 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 4, subject to washed gauge · beginner

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Make two identical panels: Chain 57; sc in second chain from hook and across (56 sc). Work 60 total rows of 56 sc. At each turn ch1 (not counted), sc in first and every remaining stitch.
2. Fasten off and weave in ends.
3. Join 6 cm at each shoulder, leaving a 16 cm neck opening. Join each side from the lower edge for 18 cm, leaving 12 cm on each panel edge for the armhole. Weave ends securely.

Finished chest 56 cm and length 30 cm. Measure the intended wearer and the head opening before choosing this size; age labels are not a size measurement.

Gauge

20 stitches and 20 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

220.0 g · 440.0 m · 3 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 4, subject to washed gauge · beginner

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Chain 81; sc in second chain from hook and across (80 sc).
2. Work 200 total rows of 80 sc. At each turn ch1 (not counted), sc in first and every remaining stitch.
3. Fasten off and weave in ends.
4. Lay the 40 × 100 cm strip face up. Fold one end inward by 30 cm and the other by 30 cm: the centre forms a 40 cm face, with a 20 cm overlap on the back. Sew the two open side edges, turn and insert the cushion.

The envelope overlap supplies the closure. Adjust the strip length if the insert needs a tighter or looser fit.

Gauge

20 stitches and 20 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

1.4 g · 2.9 m · 1 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 4, subject to washed gauge · beginner

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Chain 2; work 3 sc in second chain (3). Every later row ch1, turn; 2 sc in first stitch, sc to last, 2 sc in last. Row 10 ends with 21 sc. Fasten off.
2. Fasten off and weave in ends.
3. Make the desired number of flags. Thread a cord through each broad top edge with a tapestry needle and secure at both corners.

Each flag is about 10.5 cm wide. Hang out of reach of small children; a long cord is a decoration rather than a toy.

Gauge

20 stitches and 20 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

60.5 g · 121.0 m · 1 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 4, subject to washed gauge · beginner

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Chain 101. Sc in second chain and across (100); join the row edges without twisting. Mark first sc.
2. Rounds 2–35: sc in every stitch. Divide into 10 sectors of 10.
3. Decrease round: [sc to last 2 of sector, sc2tog] 10 times, removing 10. Repeat on every round until 20 remain (8 decrease rounds). Next round: sc2tog 10 times (10).
4. Draw final opening closed and weave ends. Seam the short foundation join.

Circumference 50 cm; 44 rounds at 20 rounds per 10 cm give 22 cm. Work additional straight rounds before shaping for a taller hat.

Gauge

24 stitches and 26 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

55.0 g · 110.0 m · 1 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 2, subject to washed gauge · intermediate

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Chain 49; sc in second chain and across (48), seam the row join into a tube and mark first sc.
2. Rounds 2–58: sc in each stitch (48). Mark 6 sectors of 8.
3. Each decrease round: sc to last 2 of each sector, sc2tog (6 removed). Repeat for 6 rounds, ending with 12. One final round sc2tog around (6).
4. Draw toe closed and weave ends. Make a second tube to the same count.

Heel construction: heel-free tube slipper. Relaxed circumference 20 cm; 65 rounds gives about 25 cm. Add straight rounds for the desired cuff-to-toe measurement.

Gauge

20 stitches and 20 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

28.9 g · 57.8 m · 1 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 4, subject to washed gauge · intermediate

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Chain 31; sc in second chain and across (30), join into a tube and mark the first sc. Rounds 2–12: sc around.
2. Round 13: ch6, skip6, sc in the remaining 24. Round 14: sc in each of the 6 chains and 24 sc (30). Rounds 15–30: sc around.
3. Divide into 5 sectors of 6. Work [sc to last 2 of sector, sc2tog] 5 times on each of 4 rounds (10 remain). Next round sc2tog around (5); close.
4. Thumb: work 6 sc across lower edge and 6 across upper edge of the gap, plus 1 at each corner (14). Work 6 plain rounds, then sc2tog around (7); close. Repeat for the second mitten.

Palm circumference 15 cm. Add or remove straight rounds between thumb and tip for a measured hand; keep all shaping counts unchanged.

Gauge

24 stitches and 26 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

2.8 g · 5.5 m · 1 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 2, subject to washed gauge · intermediate

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in a magic ring. Rounds 2–5: [sc(r−2), inc] 6 times, giving 12, 18, 24 and 30.
2. Rounds 6–10: sc30. Round 11: [sc3, sc2tog] 6 times (24). Round 12: [sc2, sc2tog] 6 times (18). Round 13: [sc1, sc2tog] 6 times (12). Round 14: sc2tog 6 times (6).
3. Stuff before closing, draw the final opening closed, and weave the centre tail securely. Embroider details with yarn.

This is the six-sector original ball used by the amigurumi shape generator. Keep the fabric dense enough that stuffing cannot escape.

Gauge

24 stitches and 26 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

1.4 g · 2.8 m · 1 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 2, subject to washed gauge · intermediate

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Round 1: 10 sc in a magic ring; join in first sc.
2. Petal repeat: slip stitch in next sc, work (hdc, 3 dc, hdc) in the next sc. Repeat five times, using all ten base stitches.
3. Join to the first slip stitch, fasten off and weave tails. Stitch the centre securely to a finished item if using as an appliqué.

There are five petals of five tall stitches, separated by five slip-stitch anchors. Finished width is determined by the chosen yarn and hook.

Gauge

24 stitches and 14 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

7.9 g · 15.8 m · 1 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 2, subject to washed gauge · intermediate

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Chain 4 and join to a ring. Round 1: ch3 counts as dc, 11 dc in ring; join (12).
2. Round 2: ch3, dc in same stitch; 2 dc in each remaining dc; join (24). Round 3: ch3, 2 dc in next; [dc in next, 2 dc in next] 11 times; join (36).
3. Round 4: ch1, sc in first; [skip2, 5 dc in next, skip2, sc in next] 5 times; skip2, 5 dc in next, skip2; join in first sc. Fasten off.

Round 4 has six five-dc shells and six sc anchors. The small motif is a starting sample; use its actual diameter before choosing a table size.

Gauge

20 stitches and 20 rows/rounds per 10 cm in the stated fabric

Yarn from the entered sample

22.0 g · 44.0 m · 1 balls

Trial yarn / skill

Category 4, subject to washed gauge · beginner

Materials

Yarn that produces the stated washed gauge; matching needles or hook, tapestry needle, tape measure and removable markers. Use the swatch-yarn calculator to scale the stated pieces from your dry sample.

Terms

US crochet terms: sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc2tog = two single crochets closed together.

1. Chain 41. Row 1: [sc in next chain, dc in next chain] 20 times, beginning in second chain (40 stitches).
2. Rows 2–40: ch1 (not counted), turn; [sc in next dc, dc in next sc] 20 times.
3. Fasten off, weave in ends and wash using the cotton yarn’s care band.

The alternating short and tall stitch texture is original wording of a standard stitch repeat. Use a washed stitch gauge of 20 per 10 cm and row gauge of 20 per 10 cm.