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Crochet Fungi Furnishing
Mushroom is made in single crochet with simple shaping. Use any worsted medium-weight yarn. Use plastic shopping bags for the stuffing—upcycled! Free pattern.
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Crochet Remix Bucket Hat
Best crochet bucket hat. Crochet this cute, quick bucket hat named after the amazing yarn used for the project. Easy and fun, worked all in single crochet and slip stitch and featuring the grit stitch. Made with two strands of Berroco Remix Yarn. This 100% recycled, tweed yarn gives it structure and stretch. Packable and breathable, you’ll love wearing it as much as making it. Please enjoy this free pattern. Copyright ©2024 Marilee Kay Poe Tangen, all rights reserved. Inspiration – I’m seeing bucket hats everywhere, and why not? They are cute, packable, keep the sun out of your eyes, make a great accessory, and make your hair look great…
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Crochet Cabin Curtains
Crochet these curtains to add a folksy vibe to a special place. Made in granny squares with bright vibrant colors using one of Lion Brand’s standout yarns, 24/7 Cotton® yarn. This yarn is fun to work with, has a nice sheen, and is so durable. Each sunburst square is worked in two colors, using some fun, beyond the basics stitches. Squares are joined with white in a flat slip stitch which is also used to make a pretty edging and hanging loops. Please enjoy this free pattern. Inspiration — My cabin is one of my happy places. It’s in the small town where both my parents grew up (across the…
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Easy Crochet Ice Cream Cozy
Crochet the ice cream pint cozy for pure fun. Features a strap for your hand and a pocket for your spoon. This project uses single crochet and double crochet with just a bit of basic shaping. The yarn comes from your stash! Delight in a sweet treat in style. Please enjoy this free pattern. Inspiration — Ice cream is my favorite treat. The first time I saw a crochet ice cream cozy I knew I wanted to make one. Not only are they practical (keep your hand from freezing), they are so cute! One evening when sitting down with a pint of pistachio, I thought about what features would make a…
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Crochet Sun & Splash Rug
Crochet this easy rug to add a ray of sunshine and a splash to your outdoor space. Made with just single crochet and chain stitches, the moss stitch makes it thick and gives a modern vibe. Made with 100% recycled jumbo yarn, it works up quickly. Please enjoy this free pattern. Inspiration – The yarn was the inspiration for this rug. I noticed it at the store and was drawn not only to the happy color and chunky size but the fact that it is entirely recycled content. I had a hunch it would be perfect for a rug, and am delighted to report it really is! I have two sets…
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Crochet Honeycomb Cowl
A cowl crocheted in the honeycomb stitch provides a fun layer to your wardrobe for fall, winter and spring. Looks advanced, but uses just single crochet and chain stitches. The Lion Brand Chainette Yarn gives it just the right amount of cozy and warmth, while also providing stretch and airiness. Go ahead, give your neck a gentle hug! Please enjoy this free pattern. Inspiration – The crochet honeycomb cowl has lots of inspiration behind it. I made it in the early spring when days are warming but nights are still cool. I wanted something that would add an easy layer of light warmth when going out with friends in the evening.…
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Crochet Beachcomber Bag
Crochet this fun bag to collect treasures on a special trip or at your local body of water or another favorite spot. Featuring the coveted sand dollar, and worked mostly in simple stitches with just a few special stitches. The Loops & Threads Créme Cotton yarn is a cotton blend that brings the pretty to this project—as well as the durability for a bag that’s specially designed to be worn across the body. Please enjoy this free pattern. Inspiration — If you’re like me you have a stash of seashells in your home that reminds you of a special trip to the ocean. The Beachcomber Bag is inspired by my…
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C2C Crochet Here 4 U Pillow
Crochet this heartfelt corner-to-corner (C2C) pillow for someone special. It uses simple stitches — chain stitches, single and double crochet. The Impeccable™ Yarn by Loops & Threads® is easy to work with and easy to care for — it’s washable. Show your love on display in the home! Please enjoy this free pattern. Inspiration — The inspiration for this project is twofold. First, I thought of the idea to make a corner-to-corner pillow with the phrase “here 4 u” as a gift for a friend going through a difficult time. Inspired by the active prayer shawl knitting ministry at my church, I thought — what about a pillow for someone’s…
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Crochet Boyfriend Scarf
Crochet this soft and stretchy scarf in on-trend colors. This project uses a two by two rib stitch pattern made by alternating front post and back post double crochets. The Lion Brand Touch of Alpaca® Yarn makes it warm, washable and durable. Please enjoy this free pattern. Inspiration — I live in Minnesota and I wanted to make something as a special gift when the snow starts to fly. This project is called the Boyfriend Scarf because it makes a great gift for the partner in your life—that way it’s easily available for you to wear too—just sayin.’ Reminiscent of the look of a traditional varsity or campus scarf, this…
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Crochet Alvina Beanie
Crochet this super soft beanie to show off a treasured brooch or as an extra special gift. This project uses the seed stitch pattern (made with single and double crochets), simple shaping and has a cinch at the front. The Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Merino makes it warm, washable and durable. Please enjoy this free pattern. Inspiration — The Crochet Alvina Beanie is packed with sentiment. Alvina was my maternal grandmother and she loved jewelry, crafting and music (and many other things). The most important things in her life though were her faith and her family. She lived a life of service to her church, and every moment and every…
Free crochet (and sometimes knit) patterns that reflect a cozy lifestyle inspired by simple pleasures.
