60 Fun & Easy Crochet Projects: Free Pattern ideas

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Wanting something to crochet that isn’t a hat or a scarf? Look no farther than this round up filled with 60 fun and easy crochet projects!

You won’t find any hat, scarf or blanket crochet patterns in this round up as I tried to gather other easy crochet patterns that were not just the same old stuff, but fun crochet projects!

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Enjoy these 60 FREE Fun and Easy Crochet Projects!

1. Mini Octopus

Hot pink crochet octopus being held in the palm of a hand

If you are looking for a simple pattern that works up quickly and is fun, then this is it! I love making these little octopi in all the different colors. Kids especially love them, but adults do too!

Find the Mini Octopus Crochet Pattern by Okie Girl Bling n Things

2. Dog Sweater

medium sized dog wearing a green crochet sweater

Even your canine companion needs a fashionable sweater this winter. And, if you made one small enough, this would probably also work as a cat sweater! You know your cat will appreciate that 😂

Find the Dog Sweater Pattern by Heart Hook Home

3. Summer Flower Bookmark

pink flower bookmark next to yarn and a crochet hook

Small projects always make for fun crochet projects because they are super quick and easy. If you are an avid reader, then you will want to make yourself this adorable flower bookmark.

Find the Summer Flower Bookmark Pattern by The Stitchin Mommy

4. Tote Bag

This is a fun and useful crochet pattern! Things like this also make for great gifts!

Find the Tote Bag Pattern by Jo to the World Creations

5. Emoji Pillows

These would be a hit with the kids. The best part is there are different emojis that you can make!

Find the Emoji Pillow Pattern by Yarnspirations

6. Cat Pillows

2 velvet yarn crochet cat themed round pillows

Ok, if you know of a cat lover, then you need to make these cute pillows for them ASAP! The finished product is so cute!

Find the Cat Pillow Pattern by Abriana Keener

7. Daisy Flower Coasters

Multi color flower daisy coasters on a white counter

This free pattern makes for such cute table decor even. You could make a matching color set or a multi color set like pictured and leave them out on the table for decoration.

Find the Daisy Flower Coasters Pattern by Okie Girl Bling n Things

8. Happy Pillow

colorful throw pillow that has happy crocheted on the front

This is such a happy and fun pillow pattern that uses basic crochet stitches like single crochet stitches and a fun technique called tapestry crochet.

Find the Happy Pillow Pattern by Loops and Love Crochet

9. Tissue Box Cover

green textured tissue box cover on a box of tissues

This is a great way to cover up those ugly tissue boxes. And, I love the texture of this pattern!

Find the Tissue Box Cover Pattern by Jo to the World Creations

10. Laptop Case

Want to keep your laptop safe from being scratched? This is the perfect way to that and get some crocheting in!

Find the Laptop Case Crochet Pattern by Jo to the World Creations

11. Bernard the Bear

crochet bear snuggler being held in front of a white backdrop

This adorable little bear would be the perfect project to make for a little on in you life. I could just see them hugging and squeezing this plush!

Find the Bernard the Bear Pattern by Crochet 365 Knit Too

12. Easy Mop Cover

If you want to make reusable mop covers to use instead of disposable ones, this is a good pattern. It will save you money in the long run and you can just toss them into the washing machine and reuse.

Find the Easy Mop Cover Pattern by Grace and Yarn

13. Candy Corn Plush

Holding a crochet Amigurumi candy corn in front of a wall of yarn

This is such a cute little candy corn. If you make one in the plush yarn and worsted weight yarn they would be different sizes, one big and one tiny.

Find the Candy Corn Pattern by Okie Girl Bling n Things

14. Chicken Coasters

3 chicken coasters laid on a wooden table

If you love farm animals and chickens, then you might want to add a few of these chicken coasters to your decor at home.

Find the Chicken Coasters Pattern by Denton Foreman

15. Easy Heart Amigurumi

red crochet amigurumi heart being held in front of red yarn

If you are looking quick crochet projects, then this pattern is one of them! You can make one in different colors in no time!

Find the Easy Heart Crochet Pattern by Okie Girl Bling n Things

16. Amigurumi Monsters

These little monster amigurumis look like such a fun project. I could see them being big hits at craft shows with the kids too!

Find the Amigurumi Monsters Pattern by Amigurum Toys

17. C2C Washcloths

3 crochet washcloths laid on a bath tub wooden tray

Whether it is a crochet dishcloth or washcloths, they both make for smaller projects that are super useful and make great gifts. And, most of the time to make a washcloth, you just need to know a few crochet basics to get started. Making them great for beginner crocheters!

Find the C2C Washcloth Pattern by Okie Girl Bling n Things

18. Flamingo Amigurumi

If you love the color pink, there may be a slight possibility that you love flamingos too. If so, you will want to make this cute, pink bird.

Find the Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern by Grace & Yarn

19. Cactus Purse

little girl wearing a crochet cactus purse

If this isn’t the cutest crochet purse, then I don’t know what is! Plus, it even has a full video tutorial!

Find the Cactus Purse Pattern by A Crafty Concept

20. USA Bag

woman holding a backpack made in red white and blue

This is the perfect summertime bag to carry. Especially around the 4th of July.

Find the USA Bag pattern by A Crafty Concept

21. Koala Coasters

These are so cute and perfect for any animal lover! I love easy patterns that resemble animals!

Find the Koala Coasters Pattern by Hooked on Patterns

22. Mushrooms

2 little crochet mushrooms up against a log

Find the Mushroom Crochet Pattern by Thorseby Cottage

23. Slippers

This free crochet pattern is so cute and useful! Plus, I think that they would make awesome gifts!

Find the Slipper Crochet Pattern by Knitz n Purlz

24. All Star Pint Ice Cream Cozy

crochet ice cream cozy on a pint of ice cream

Tired of your hands freezing while you are eating your ice cream? Problem solved with this cozy pattern!

Find the Pint Ice Cream Cozy Pattern by The Turtle Trunk

25. Cactus Coasters

I think that coasters always make for great gift ideas and I love these cactus ones!

Find the Cactus Coasters Pattern by Whistle & Ivy

26. Cactus Scrubby

This is another one of those useful crochet projects, but it is a really cute pattern.

Find the Cactus Scrubby Pattern by Whistle & Ivy

27. The Mabel Pillow

multi color scrap yarn crochet pillow on couch

This is a super cute pillow pattern that uses one of my favorite crochet stitches, the moss stitch. I love the unique look that is has when making it with different scrap yarns!

Find the Mabel Pillow Pattern by This Pixie Creates

28. Basic Fingerless Gloves

grey crochet fingerless gloves on someones hands

Find the Basic Fingerless Gloves Pattern by Raffamusa Designs

29. Odin the Owl

I know that some people don’t like owls, but I for one, think they are pretty cute!

Find the Odin the Owl Pattern by Green Fox Farm Designs

30. Fun Freeze Pop Holders

row of fun crochet pop freeze holders in different styles

This is a great project that takes little yarn to make and is so useful! I know that these will come in super handy for kids, but hey, adults will probably love them too!

Find the Fun Freeze Pop Holders Pattern by Green Fox Farm Designs