Yarn Weight #4 (Medium, Worsted or Afghan) Crochet Patterns

This is an archive of our free and exclusive crochet patterns using medium-weight yarn (classified as #4). The medium weight also includes yarns that are labeled as worsted, afghan and aran. This weight of yarn is usually crocheted using the US hook sizes of I-9 to K-10 1/2 and the metric sizes of 5.5 – 6.5 mm. Medium weight yarn is perfect for summer blanket throws, scarves, crochet sweaters and home decor.

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Free Medium Crochet Patterns

These free crochet patterns were all created using various yarn types and brands, but all use the Medium (#4) yarn weight.

  • Free Mini Crochet Basket Pattern

    Free Mini Crochet Basket Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Wool and the Gang,
    • Yarn Name: Tina Tape Yarn,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
    • Stitches: Single Crochet,
    • Color: Green,
  • Stoney Pebble Stitch Crochet Baby Blanket

    Stoney Pebble Stitch Crochet Baby Blanket

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Heartland,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Rainbow Cluster Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Rainbow Cluster Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
    • Yarn Name: Super Saver,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Blue, Green, Orange, Purple, Red,
  • 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,
  • Chevron Crochet Dishcloth – Free Pattern

    Chevron Crochet Dishcloth – Free Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
    • Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Single Crochet,
    • Color: Blue,
  • 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,
  • Easy Crochet Tree GiftCard holder Pattern

    Easy Crochet Tree GiftCard holder Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 3.75 mm (F-5),
    • Stitches: Single Crochet,
    • Color: Green,
  • 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,
  • How to Crochet a Pumpkin Earwarmer

    How to Crochet a Pumpkin Earwarmer

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Orange,
  • Crochet Ripple Baby Blanket Pattern

    Crochet Ripple Baby 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: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Half Double 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,
  • Striped Crochet Pillow Cover

    Striped Crochet Pillow Cover

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
    • Stitches: Single Crochet,
    • Color: Blue,
  • Easy Crochet Glasses Case Pattern

    Easy Crochet Glasses Case Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
    • Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Ever So Textured Dishcloth Crochet Pattern

    Ever So Textured Dishcloth Crochet Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
    • Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Single Crochet, Triple Crochet,
    • Color: Black, Neutral,
  • Easy Striped Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern

    Easy Striped Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Big Twist,
    • Yarn Name: Big Twist Premium,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Single Crochet, Triple Crochet,
    • Color: Blue, Pink,
  • Ombre Ripple Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Ombre Ripple Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Decrease,
    • Color: Blue,
  • Charlie Easy Crochet Cowl Pattern

    Charlie Easy Crochet Cowl Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Crochet Button Cowl Pattern The Penn

    Crochet Button Cowl Pattern The Penn

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Pink,
  • How to Crochet a Heart with Two Colors

    How to Crochet a Heart with Two Colors

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
    • Color: Pink,
  • Color Blocked Crochet Cowl Pattern

    Color Blocked Crochet Cowl Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Single Crochet,
    • Color: Pink,
  • Forever Crochet Scarf Pattern

    Forever Crochet Scarf Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
    • Yarn Name: Red Heart Soft,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Puff, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral, White,
  • Sugared Plum Slouchy Beanie Crochet Pattern

    Sugared Plum Slouchy Beanie Crochet Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
    • Color: Purple,
  • Half & Half Boot Cuffs – Crochet Pattern

    Half & Half Boot Cuffs – Crochet Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Heartland,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
    • Stitches: Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Crochet Beanie Pattern Taupe It

    Crochet Beanie Pattern Taupe It

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Heartland,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Pumpkin Striped Fall Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Pumpkin Striped Fall Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet,
    • Color: Orange,
  • Christmas Tree Skirt Crochet Pattern

    Christmas Tree Skirt Crochet Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Color: Green, Red,
  • Free Crochet Pumpkin Pattern

    Free Crochet Pumpkin Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
    • Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Orange,
  • Andy Button Crochet Hat Pattern

    Andy Button Crochet Hat Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Monster Eye Halloween Crochet Pattern & Keychain

    Monster Eye Halloween Crochet Pattern & Keychain

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
    • Yarn Name: Red Heart Soft,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
    • Color: Blue,
  • Free Autumn Crochet Beanie Pattern

    Free Autumn Crochet Beanie Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Heartland,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
    • Color: Green,
  • Free Easy Crochet Dishcloth Pattern (2 sizes)

    Free Easy Crochet Dishcloth Pattern (2 sizes)

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
    • Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Andy Button Scarf Crochet Pattern

    Andy Button Scarf Crochet Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Granny Square Basic Pillow Crochet Pattern

    Granny Square Basic Pillow Crochet Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Black, Gray, Yellow,
  • Free and Easy Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Free and Easy 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: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Pink,
  • Simple Square Free Crochet Pattern

    Simple Square Free Crochet Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet,
    • Color: Yellow,
  • Free Crochet Tote Bag Pattern for Summer

    Free Crochet Tote Bag Pattern for Summer

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
    • Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral, White,
  • Free Crochet Bracelet Pattern

    Free Crochet Bracelet Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
    • Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Color: White,
  • Simple Chained Crochet Beanie Pattern

    Simple Chained Crochet Beanie Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Yellow,
  • 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,
  • Blooming Flower Crochet Square Pattern

    Blooming Flower Crochet Square Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Triple 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,