This elegant turtle is a beautiful as well as an easy stash-buster for working down your store of yarn ends that have accumulated over winter. Therefore, these crochet turtles also make great economic sense in addition to the aesthetic.

This is the Mocha Ripple throw and it's a gorgeous mix of warm, deep browns and creamy neutrals. It reminds me of a cup of coffee or hot chocolate after spending the day out shopping in the brisk Autumn air. The pattern for this afghan is actually very simple and once I figured out how I wanted the colors to line up, the rest was just repetition. And although I made my blanket HUGE at 7×6 feet for a queen sized bed, you can make this in any size you like.

A raised center makes this floral granny square stand out. This is one of 36 free crochet patterns for 6 (15 cm) squares by 30 different designers included in the Mystery Lapghan Crochet-A-Long. This pattern includes photo tutorials for the special stitches. Skills used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Working in rounds, increasing, joining new colors, working in chain spaces, working in the back loop Special stitches: beg-cl, cdc, cl, FPsc (with written explanation and photo tutorials included in pattern)

Overall it is a lovely pattern and perfect for a beginner who wants to expand their knowledge on more advanced techniques. After around five rows, the pattern is super easy to follow, so it's a great pattern for less experienced crocheters who gain confidence by following a written pattern. A simple but effective pattern that suits all colour schemes. what someone has said about our pattern - Absolutely love the pattern, so easy to read and follow. Creates a lovely effect and I will definitely be using the pattern again as well as recommending to friends, fellow crocheters etc.

Curl up on the couch this winter with this Cozy Round Ripple Blanket. This free crochet afghan pattern features panels of shell and v-stitch crochet in a beautiful six-point star shape. Customize the look of this crocheted afghan by using your favorite color yarn, or create a multicolored ripple blanket with a bunch of different colors. This round ripple pattern would make a great baby blanket, lapghan, or throw.

A lovely unisex baby blanket pattern with a lot of texture! Using the front and back post double crochet stitches as well as the faux knit stitch for the border. Video stitch tutorial included on the website to help with the stitches. Made with the Lion Brand Mandala yarn which is a lovely gradient self-striping yarn. Could be made with any size yarn and is easily customizable to any size blanket. A nice and easy repetitive stitch pattern.

This 12” square is full of fun texture. Make it in a solid to emphasize the stitches or change it up with multiple color changes! The radiating center reminds me of a radiating sun, hence the name :) There are so many ways to join these squares, but if you join four squares together you will notice the corners form a new geometric design. This square would look great in a throw or blanket or add a back for a pretty throw pillow.

The Cross My Heart Baby Blanket is a highly textured and beautiful blanket with a Maltese cross like design in the center of the blanket. Made with a one-row repeat and highly textured with the popcorn stitch to highlight the cross. Carrying your yarn helps have very few ends to weave in at the end! A simple picot crown edge border adds the perfect simple delicate touch to this heirloom quality baby blanket! Perfect gift for any special baby!

The Quick n' Cozy Crochet Afghan is the ultimate crochet pattern for beginners. This crochet afghan is so easy, quick and fun to work up. You don't need much experience to make this crochet pattern, and you can crochet it up in a jiffy! Those who are first attempting a beginner crochet project may be hesitant, but this crochet blanket pattern really is incredibly simple.

The tulip square top is a wonderful summer top idea. To summarise, this is a pattern that takes the most basic crochet building block, the square, and makes something absolutely va-va-voom!