Crochet
Hooks, yarn and stitches. Learn to read a pattern, match the hook, then make something real.
- Choose the right hook size for any yarn
- Read a crochet pattern step by step
- Pick a pattern that matches your level
Crochet · Quilting · Crafts
Loops, blocks and cozy things to make
Free crochet patterns, quilt blocks and plain-English guides for every skill level, from your first chain to a finished quilt.
Start here
Two crafts, one cozy corner
Pick a path. Each one opens with three beginner guides, so your first project has a plan.
Quilting
Blocks, fabric and seams. Pick a first pattern, size it to your bed, then start cutting.
- Choose the right pattern for a first quilt
- Resize a quilt pattern to any size
- Try a free pattern: Calico Star Quilt
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Crochet
Stitches, hooks and wearable makes
Free Crochet Patterns
Free, step-by-step patterns
Crochet Blanket
Throws, baby blankets and borders
Crochet Amigurumi
Small stuffed toys and shaping
Quilt Patterns
Blocks, layouts and sizing
Christmas Quilting Patterns
Seasonal quilts for the holidays
Home
Pillows, slippers and cozy decor
Crafts
Project picks and tidy craft spaces
Quilt planner
How many blocks fit your bed?
Pick a quilt size and a finished block size. The planner rounds to whole blocks and shows the final quilt.
Typical sizes; charts vary by maker. Measure your mattress and add the drop you like. How to resize a pattern
- Layout
- 5 × 6 blocks
- Blocks to make
- 30
- Finished quilt
- 58 × 68 in
- In centimeters
- 147 × 173 cm
Pattern decoder
Read any pattern without guessing
US and UK crochet patterns use the same names for different stitches. Tap a term to see what it really means.
My pattern is written in:
Tap the abbreviation you see:
US dc
double crochet
In US patternsdc · double crochet
In UK patternstr · treble
Same stitch, different name. Check the pattern's first page for "US terms" or "UK terms".
- Fat quarter
- A quarter yard cut about 18 × 22 in, wider than a regular strip. Great for scrappy blocks.
- Seam allowance
- The fabric between the stitch line and the edge. Most quilt patterns use 1/4 in.
- HST
- Half-square triangle: a square made of two triangles. The base of many star blocks.
- WOF
- Width of fabric, measured selvage to selvage. Quilting cotton is often 42 to 44 in wide.
- RST
- Right sides together. Place the printed faces against each other before sewing.
- Batting
- The soft middle layer that gives a quilt warmth and puff.
- Backing
- The bottom layer of the quilt sandwich, cut larger than the top.
- Binding
- The fabric strip folded over the raw edges to finish the quilt.
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Latest patterns and guides
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How to Read a Free Crochet Pattern Step by Step
How to Fix Uneven Edges on a Crochet Blanket
How to Choose the Right Crochet Hook Size for Any Yarn
Fix-it corner
Something went wrong? Start here
Wavy edges, missed stitches, floppy toys. Most mistakes can be fixed without starting over.
Quick answers
Good to know before you start
Are the patterns really free?
Yes. Every pattern and guide on the site is free to read. You only need your own yarn, fabric and tools.
Should I learn crochet or quilting first?
Crochet needs only a hook and yarn, so it is cheaper to start. Quilting needs fabric, a cutter and usually a sewing machine. Start with the one you would use most.
My pattern says "dc". Which stitch is that?
It depends on where the pattern is from. In US patterns, dc is a double crochet. In UK patterns, dc is the stitch Americans call single crochet. The decoder above sorts it out.
What is a fat quarter?
A quarter yard of fabric cut about 18 × 22 in instead of a long 9 in strip. It is the go-to cut for scrappy quilt blocks.
Can I suggest a pattern or topic?
Yes. Send your idea through the contact page and we will consider it for a future guide.
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