Crochet Hook 5 mm (H-8)

This is the Easy Crochet archive for free crochet patterns using the size H crochet hook/8 hook size. The H-8 hook size is also known as the 5 mm metric and UK 6 hook. We recommend using the H hook with Light #3 or Fine #2 weight yarn.

The H-8 / 5 mm / UK 6 hook is the perfect size for creating anything from crocheted dishtowels to easy baby blankets to cozy scarves.

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Free Crochet Patterns using 5 mm (H-8) Crochet Hooks

These free crochet patterns were all created using various yarn types and brands, but all use the 5 mm (H-8) sized crochet hook.

  • Crochet Blanket Shrug

    Crochet Blanket Shrug

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • 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: Blue,
  • Crochet Christmas Tree Potholder

    Crochet Christmas Tree Potholder

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Hobby Lobby,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Single Crochet, Single Crochet Back Loop, Slip Stitch,
    • Color: Green, Neutral, Red,
  • Cozy Cotton Crochet Throw

    Cozy Cotton Crochet Throw

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Loops and Threads,
    • Yarn Name: Crème Cotton,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Puff, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • 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

    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,
  • Pebbles and Stars Beach Throw

    Pebbles and Stars Beach Throw

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Caron Yarn,
    • Yarn Name: Simply Soft,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Bobble, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Blue, Red,
  • “Love You To The Moon” Poncho Wrap

    “Love You To The Moon” Poncho Wrap

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Coboo Yarn,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
    • Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6), 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Moss / Linen,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Bobble Crochet Baby Blanket (7 Sizes)

    Bobble Crochet Baby Blanket (7 Sizes)

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
    • Yarn Name: Softee Baby,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Bobble, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Pink,
  • London Phone Booth Scarf

    London Phone Booth Scarf

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
    • Yarn Name: Super Saver,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet,
    • Color: Black, Red, White, Yellow,
  • Rainbow Splash Mosaic Blanket

    Rainbow Splash Mosaic Blanket

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet Back Loop,
    • Color: Variegated,
  • Herringbone Circle Placemat

    Herringbone Circle Placemat

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Caron Yarn,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Herringbone Double Crochet,
    • Color: Variegated,
  • Textured Puff Stitch Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Textured Puff Stitch Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Pound of Love,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Puff, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Gray,
  • Richmond Boomerang Shawl

    Richmond Boomerang Shawl

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
    • Yarn Name: Palette,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Linen Stitch Crochet Kimono Cardigan

    Linen Stitch Crochet Kimono Cardigan

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: 24/7 Cotton,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
    • Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6), 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • The Holiday Poncho Cardigan

    The Holiday Poncho Cardigan

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: 24/7 Cotton,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Herringbone Double Crochet,
    • Color: Green,
  • Cookie and Cream Poncho Wrap

    Cookie and Cream Poncho Wrap

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: 24/7 Cotton,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Herringbone Double Crochet,
    • Color: Brown,
  • Easy Crochet Cloud Pattern

    Easy Crochet Cloud Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Feels Like Butta,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
    • Color: Blue, White,
  • How to Single Crochet Back Loop Only (SC BLO)

    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,
  • Falling In Striped Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Falling In Striped Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Heartland,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet,
    • Color: Brown, Neutral,
  • The Finley Easy Crochet Blanket Pattern

    The Finley Easy Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Heartland,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Easy Double Crochet Blanket for Beginners

    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,
  • Tunisian Crochet Body Pillow Pattern

    Tunisian Crochet Body Pillow Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Mandala,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Tunisian Knit Stitch, Tunisian Simple Stitch,
    • Color: Blue, Orange, Pink, Yellow,
  • Free Ombre Crochet Scarf Pattern

    Free Ombre Crochet Scarf Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Feels Like Butta, Mandala,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Blue, Variegated,
  • Easy Crochet Fuzzy Scrunchie Pattern

    Easy Crochet Fuzzy Scrunchie Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Basic Stitch Yarn, Terryspun,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium, Weight 5 – Bulky,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Blue,
  • Free and Easy Crochet Bath Mat Pattern

    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,
  • Easy Square Crochet Potholder Pattern

    Easy Square Crochet Potholder Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Flikka,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Crochet Beanie Hat with Pom Pom (Free Pattern)

    Crochet Beanie Hat with Pom Pom (Free Pattern)

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Puff,
    • Color: Yellow,
  • The Olivia Free Crochet Top Pattern

    The Olivia Free Crochet Top Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Jeans,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
    • Hook Size: 3.75 mm (F-5), 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Blue,
  • Crochet Unicorn Scarf Mandala Pattern

    Crochet Unicorn Scarf Mandala Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Mandala,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light, Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
    • Color: Blue, Green, Pink, Purple,
  • 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,
  • Ombre Triangle Shawl Crochet Pattern

    Ombre Triangle Shawl Crochet Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Mandala,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet,
    • Color: Blue, Variegated,
  • Crochet Plant Holder Pattern: Teacher Gift

    Crochet Plant Holder Pattern: Teacher Gift

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
    • Yarn Name: Maker Home Dec,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Green,
  • Rippling Easy Crochet Flower Pattern

    Rippling Easy Crochet Flower Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
    • Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Blue, Pink,
  • Simple Crochet Washcloth Pattern for Beginners

    Simple Crochet Washcloth Pattern for Beginners

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
    • Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral, Pink,
  • Crochet Puff Stitch Beanie Pattern

    Crochet Puff Stitch Beanie Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Back Loop, Puff, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Easy Crochet Star Garland Pattern

    Easy Crochet Star Garland Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Yellow,
  • Free Pineapple Scrubby Yarn Crochet Pattern

    Free Pineapple Scrubby Yarn Crochet Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
    • Yarn Name: Scrubby,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Yellow,
  • Crochet Blanket Afghan Square

    Crochet Blanket Afghan Square

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
    • Yarn Name: Red Heart Soft,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet,
    • Color: Blue, Purple, White,
  • Simple Striped Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Simple Striped Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Blue,
  • Free Crochet Pineapple Pattern

    Free Crochet Pineapple Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
    • Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Yellow,
  • Free Crochet Doily Pattern & Video Tutorial

    Free Crochet Doily Pattern & Video Tutorial

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
    • Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral, White,
  • Free Simple Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Free Simple Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Loops and Threads,
    • Yarn Name: Impeccable,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Shell Stitch,
    • Color: Pink,
  • Lightweight Grey Cowl Free Crochet Pattern

    Lightweight Grey Cowl Free Crochet Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
    • Yarn Name: Softee Baby,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet,
    • Color: Gray,
  • Crochet Easter Bunny Washcloth Pattern

    Crochet Easter Bunny Washcloth Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
    • Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
    • Color: Purple,
  • Easy Tunisian Crochet Scarf Pattern

    Easy Tunisian Crochet Scarf Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Heartland,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Tunisian Simple Stitch,
    • Color: Orange,