Crochet Department
Crocheting is a lovely needlework art that has a wide variety of stitches you can use to create many things. In the Needlepointers.com Crochet department, you can learn different crochet stitches and techniques—including broomstick lace, filet and hairpin lace—as well as get a plethora of project ideas and free samples. Our own Youtube videos will show you different stitches and give you project ideas.
To help you with this craft, we feature a yarn calculator and a link to handy conversion charts (such as U.S. to English, steel hook and thread and yarn sizes). In addition, our online shopping center allows you to order your yarns, hooks, patterns and other crocheting supplies easily and quickly.
Looking for Knitting? Our Knitting department is where to go.
Recent Videos and Tutorials
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This video shows how to crochet the beaded single crochet stitch. This is a way to add beads to your crochet projects.
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This video shows a rug crocheted by Chris from a pattern Fall Colors Rug available through Annie's Craft Store.
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This tutorial shows how to make a crocheted beaded necklace for your American Girl Doll.
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This video shows crocheted dish cloths made by Chris. Learn more about these dish cloths and get the free pattern and supplies.
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Crochet an easy and soft blanket (afghan) with this free pattern and tutorial. This is an easy crochet blanket perfect for beginners.
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How to make yarn pom-poms with a DIY pom-pom maker.
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No More Messy Yarn Stash! Yarn storage with plastic bins, egg cartons, shoe boxes, scotch tape and hair clips are a few excellent yarn storage solutions.
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This is a review of light up crochet hooks by Yarn Story. Crochet in the dark with these light up crochet hooks.
Book and Magazine Recommendations
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Sarah ZimmermanDiscover how simple crafting your own crochet plush animals can be. From alligators to zebras, Crochet Cute Critters features 26 beginner-friendly patterns for creating all kinds of cuddly companions.
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This magazine features creative patterns for crocheted toys, dolls, doilies, clothing, afghans and more.
Free Items of the Week
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Burr! It's cool outside. Keep ears toasty with a crochet earflap hat in Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable. This free pattern comes in adult size.
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Yarnspirations
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Keep your hands cozy on a chilly day with these fingerless gloves. The gloves help to keep a large portion of your hand warm while giving your fingers more freedom.
From
Dabbles and Babbles
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Learn how to make a pretty door hanger using a purchased wooden heart and crocheted roses.
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Needlepointers.com
New Stuff
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This is a free crochet pattern for a cowl with a large cable pattern. Click to see this pretty cowl!
From
A Crocheted Simplicity
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The blanket size calculator will help you figure out how many stitches and rows you should either knit or crochet to create a blanket with any stitch combination.
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Joy of Motion Crochet
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These are pretty mittens featuring a chevron design. Fits most adult women. Free easy crochet pattern!
From
A Crocheted Simplicity
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The Ever After Hood crochet pattern reminds me of a fairy tale. The doubled up fabric cuts the chill of winter, while the beautiful ribbing is easy enough for a beginner.
From
Sincerely Pam
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Make this pretty and warm faux fur hood from Lion Brand Go for Faux yarn.
From
Sincerely Pam
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The Retro Christmas Tree Scarf is fun to make, fun to wear, festive for this time of year, and very warm!
From
A Crocheted Simplicity
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This is a pretty triangular shawl or scarf and a free pattern.
From
A Crocheted Simplicity
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A perfect gift for the men in your life! This drink mitt is big enough for most men’s hands yet small enough for women too! Use it for your favorite glass bottled beverage, a travel coffee mug or even your favorite pint of ice cream.
From
A Crocheted Simplicity
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This scarf features a snowflake motif.
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A Crocheted Simplicity
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This Winter’s Edge Scarf is the perfect project for a last-minute crochet gift.
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A Crocheted Simplicity