Hey y’all!
I decided to make another roundup post featuring these really cute beginner friendly crochet patterns that you have to try! I’ve included the yarn weight and crochet hook you’ll use for each pattern as well as the link as to where to find it.
If that sounds interesting to you, read on!
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10 Free Beginner Crochet Patterns You Have to Try
This beginner friendly bee would be an amazing project for a beginner. It's super adorable and easy to make!
- Yarn: Super Bulky in white, black, and yellow
- Hook: 5mm
- Stuffing
- 6mm Safety eyes
These little clownfish would make the perfect pattern for a beginner!
These whales are too cute to pass up! They would be an amazing pattern for a beginner to crochet.
These penguins would make a super cute beginner project! The photo shows how they look in two different yarn weights. There's also a YouTube tutorial linked on their website.
This leggy teddy bear is a super adorable beginner crochet pattern. The legs are unstuffed so they're super floppy. And you save stuffing.
This toucan is a little bit more advanced than the rest, but still beginner friendly!
These ducks are adorable and would make a great beginner crochet pattern!
These water balloons are super fun and simple to make! Perfect if you have some really colorful yarn you don't know what to do with or don't have safety eyes or stuffing.
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Well it's not a Spongebob crochet pattern, but it is his house!
This chicken is super adorable and would make an amazing beginner project!
As a bonus, I've included my own crochet pattern! These little chicks are the perfect keychain for yourself or a loved one.
What you’ll need for these patterns:
- A crochet hook – I recommend a pack that comes with every size, but if you’re on a budget, you can just get the hook size that the pattern uses. I use this crochet hook pack from Amazon. I had to superglue a couple of the hooks to the handles after awhile, but it’s a cheap starting point and I like the feel of the handles.
- Stitch Markers – To me, these are essential. Without them, you’d have to be 100% accurate with your stitch counting each round to know where the round ends. But, luckily, my recommendation is super cheap. I use these stitch markers from Amazon. I’ve used them for a couple years with no complaints. They’re my favorite over others I’ve used.
- Safety Eyes (and maybe noses) – Probably 99% of amigurumi requires safety eyes. I use these from Amazon and it conveniently comes with a little case.
- Stuffing – Another amigurumi essential. I’d also say 99% of amigurumi requires stuffing. I buy this giant bag off of Amazon and I haven’t had to buy any for a few months. (I normally crochet smaller things, not big plushies, so take that as you will)
- Tapestry Needle – Needed to sew yarn in a lot of projects. I honestly can’t remember where I got the ones I use.
- Scissors – Needed for cutting the yarn. Any scissors will do. The best would probably be fabric scissors though. I got a pair from Joann Fabrics.
- Yarn – Use whatever yarn weight the pattern calls for. I tend to always use acrylic yarn. The cheapest I’ve found is Red Heart Super Saver Yarn. I love it and I don’t feel like I’m spending a fortune on yarn all the time.
- Crochet Ring (optional) – Not necessary, but if you wrap the yarn around the loop a couple times it keeps the tension nice and tight. Might be helpful if you’re a beginner and keep your hands from cramping up. I use these from Amazon.
OR
- All-in-One Crochet Pack – You can get this all-in-one crochet pack that has everything you need to get started.
Basic Crochet Stitches for These Patterns:
Slip Knot: tutorial by SarahMaker
Here’s a helpful video tutorial.
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My Crochet Patterns
Free Strawberry Owl Crochet Pattern
Free Cinnamon Roll Hermit Crab Crochet Pattern
Free Cactus Hedgehog Crochet Pattern
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