Basic Skill Level Crochet Patterns

These free Beginner or Basic Skill Level crochet patterns are perfect for those that are just beginning their crochet journey. These beginner patterns typically use a singular easy stitch type and have solid patterns to minimize yarn skein changes. All of our patterns are broken down into the different skill levels of Beginner or Basic, Easy, Intermediate, and Complex.

How to Knit a Garter Stitch for Beginners

How to Knit a Garter Stitch for Beginners

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
Knit Needle: 10 mm,
Knit Stitch: Garter Stitch,

Simple Pot Scrubber

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Stitch Soak Scrub,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
Stitches: Double Crochet, Slip Stitch,

Baby Whale Crochet Pattern

Baby Whale Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1),
Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
Color: Blue, Red, White,

Simply Cute Octopus Crochet Pattern

Simply Cute Octopus Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1),
Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
Color: Blue, Pink,

Amigurumi Mouse Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand, Red Heart,
Yarn Name: Pound of Love, Soft Essentials,
Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
Stitches: Single Crochet,
Color: Gray, Pink,

Granny Square Cushion Cover

Granny Square Cushion Cover

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Hobby Lobby,
Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
Hook Size: 3.5 mm (E-4),
Stitches: Double Crochet,
Color: Variegated,

Easy Crochet Laptop Cover

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Wool-Ease Thick and Quick,
Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
Stitches: Single Crochet,
Color: Blue,

Crochet Baby Girl Blanket

Crochet Baby Girl Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Hobby Lobby,
Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
Color: Pink,

Easy V Stitch Crochet Scarf

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Mandala,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
Color: Variegated,

Ocean Stripes Baby Blanket

Ocean Stripes Baby Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Bernat,
Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet Back Loop,
Color: Blue, Variegated,

Crochet Mug Rug Coasters

Crochet Mug Rug Coasters

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Hobby Lobby,
Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
Hook Size: 3.5 mm (E-4),
Stitches: Single Crochet Back Loop,
Color: Variegated,

Crochet Spiral Hot Pads

Crochet Spiral Hot Pads

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
Hook Size: 8 mm (L-11),
Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
Color: White,

Chunky Crochet Coasters

Chunky Crochet Coasters

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
Hook Size: 8 mm (L-11),
Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
Color: Neutral,

Boho Crochet Coasters

Boho Crochet Coasters

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
Yarn Name: Dishie,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
Stitches: Double Crochet,
Color: Neutral,

Crochet Round Placemats

Crochet Round Placemats

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
Color: White,

Amigurumi Bear Among Us Keychain

Amigurumi Bear Among Us Keychain

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic, 2. Easy,
Yarn Brand: Paintbox Yarn,
Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1),
Stitches: Single Crochet,
Color: Blue, Brown, White,

Mini Fluffy Hot Water Bottle Cover

Mini Fluffy Hot Water Bottle Cover

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
Hook Size: 8 mm (L-11),
Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
Color: Neutral,

Farmhouse Crochet Pillow

Farmhouse Crochet Pillow

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Hobby Lobby,
Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
Color: Neutral,

Beginner Crochet Cardigan

Beginner Crochet Cardigan

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Hobby Lobby,
Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
Stitches: Double Crochet,
Color: Variegated,

Crochet Slouchy Beanie

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Comfy Cotton Blend,
Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Back Loop, Single Crochet,
Color: Variegated,

Crochet Granny Square Body Pillow

Crochet Granny Square Body Pillow

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Hobby Lobby,
Yarn Name: I Love This Yarn,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
Stitches: Double Crochet,
Color: White,

Simple Crochet Blanket

Simple Crochet Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Loops and Threads,
Yarn Name: Crème Cotton,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
Color: White,

Beach Vibes Crochet Bottle Holder

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Nuboo,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
Stitches: Single Crochet, Single Crochet Back Loop,

Chunky Stripe Cowl

Chunky Stripe Cowl

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
Hook Size: 8 mm (L-11),
Stitches: Slip Stitch,

Ghost Chair Socks

Ghost Chair Socks

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
Stitches: Single Crochet,
Color: White,

Crochet Beginner Summer Top

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Coboo Yarn,
Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
Hook Size: 3.25 mm (D-3),
Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
Color: White,

Criss Cross Blanket

Criss Cross Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Paintbox Yarn,
Yarn Name: Simply Aran,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 6.5 mm (K-10.5),
Stitches: Double Crochet,
Color: Blue,

Basic Granny Square Pattern for Beginners

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
Stitches: Double Crochet, Slip Stitch,
Color: Blue, Yellow,

How to Single Crochet Back Loop Only (SC BLO)

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
Stitches: Single Crochet Back Loop,
Color: Green,

Beginner Easy Crochet Washcloth Pattern

Beginner Easy Crochet Washcloth Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Premier Yarns,
Yarn Name: Premier Home,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
Color: Blue,

Easy Double Crochet Blanket for Beginners

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Pound of Love,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8), 6 mm (J-10),
Stitches: Double Crochet,
Color: Green, White,

Beginner’s Tutorial on Making a Slip Knot in Crochet

Beginner’s Tutorial on Making a Slip Knot in Crochet

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,

How to Triple Crochet (tr)

How to Triple Crochet (tr)

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Stitches: Triple Crochet,

Single Stitch Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern

Single Stitch Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Bernat, Yarnspirations,
Yarn Name: Baby Blanket, Blanket Yarn,
Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
Stitches: Single Crochet,
Color: Pink,

The Charlie Easy Crochet Infinity Scarf

The Charlie Easy Crochet Infinity Scarf

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Loops and Threads,
Yarn Name: Cozy Wool,
Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
Stitches: Double Crochet,
Color: Gray,

Faux Fur Yarn Crochet Blanket Pattern for Dogs

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Go for Faux,
Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
Stitches: Single Crochet,
Color: Neutral, White,

Chunky Double Crochet Blanket Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Wool-Ease Thick and Quick,
Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
Stitches: Double Crochet,
Color: Neutral,

Beginner Double Crochet Square Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Wool-Ease Thick and Quick,
Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
Stitches: Double Crochet,
Color: Neutral, White,

Crochet Scarf Pattern for Beginners

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Wool-Ease Thick and Quick,
Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
Stitches: Single Crochet,
Color: Neutral, White,

Free and Easy Crochet Bath Mat Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Feels Like Butta, Terryspun,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
Stitches: Single Crochet,
Color: White,

How to Use A Clover Pom Pom Maker

How to Use A Clover Pom Pom Maker

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,

How to Crochet a Heart for Beginners

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Heartland,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet,
Color: Pink,

Color Blocked Simple Crochet Blanket Pattern

Color Blocked Simple Crochet Blanket Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
Yarn Name: Red Heart Soft,
Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
Stitches: Single Crochet,
Color: Blue, Orange,

Big Stitch Extreme Crochet Blanket Pattern

Big Stitch Extreme Crochet Blanket Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Weight: Weight 7 – Jumbo,
Hook Size: 40 mm,
Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
Color: Blue, Gray, Yellow,

Easy Granite Crochet Blanket Pattern for Beginners

Easy Granite Crochet Blanket Pattern for Beginners

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Bernat, Yarnspirations,
Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
Stitches: Single Crochet,
Color: Gray, White,

Easy Beginner Crochet Cowl Pattern

Easy Beginner Crochet Cowl Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Loops and Threads,
Yarn Name: Charisma,
Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
Color: Purple,

Fantastic Fall Scarf, a Free Crochet Pattern

Fantastic Fall Scarf, a Free Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Loops and Threads,
Yarn Name: Charisma,
Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
Color: Neutral,

Fiona Free Crochet Beanie Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: 1. Basic,
Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
Yarn Name: Wool-Ease Thick and Quick,
Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Triple Crochet,
Color: Neutral,

1. Beginner or Basic projects are for first-time crocheters and use basic stitches, simple repeats and minimal shaping.

2. Easy projects use basic stitches with simple variations. These projects may include simple color changing, shaping and finishing work.

3. Intermediate projects will include a variety of stitches and techniques as well as mid-level shaping and finishing work.

4. Experienced or Complex projects will have intricate and complex variations and techniques with non-repeating patterns, multiple color changes and refined shaping and finish work.