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Free Pattern – Crochet Snowflake

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The Snowflake is a Festive symbol that can be used to decorate so many different things over the Christmas period. You can use these for decorating beanies and scarfs. You can add them to hand wrapped gifts or hang them onto your Christmas tree. They are so versatile you will be thinking up literally 100’s of ideas. Have an idea? Share it here in the comments. Free Snowflake Crochet pattern.

Here is another more delicate Crochet snowflake pattern over on our sister site. 

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Crochet Snowflake Pattern 

Materials:

  • Yarn: Lightweight or cotton thread (white, silver, or any color of your choice)
  • Hook: 3.5mm (E) or appropriate size for your yarn
  • Scissors
  • Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)
  • Blocking supplies (optional, for shaping)

Stitches Used (US Terms):

  • ch = chain
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • sc = single crochet
  • dc = double crochet
  • tr = treble crochet
  • picot = ch 3, sl st into the first ch

Pattern Instructions

Round 1: Start with a magic ring (or ch 4, sl st to form a ring).

  • Ch 3 (counts as first dc), work 11 dc into the ring.
  • Join with sl st to top of ch-3. (12 dc total)

Round 2:

  • Ch 4 (counts as tr), 1 tr in the next st, ch 3. Repeat * around.
  • Sl st into the top of the first tr. (12 tr, 12 ch-3 spaces)

Round 3:

  • Sl st into first ch-3 space, ch 1, sc, ch 5, sc in same space.
  • Repeat * in each ch-3 space around.
  • Join with sl st to first sc. (12 ch-5 loops)

Round 4:

  • Sl st into first ch-5 space, ch 1, sc, ch 3, dc, picot, dc, ch 3, sc in same space.
  • Repeat in each ch-5 space around.
  • Sl st to first sc and fasten off.

Finishing Touches:

  • Weave in ends using a tapestry needle.
  • Block the snowflake using a stiffin quick or a mixture of water and glue to stiffen it

Comments

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Whip It Up Crochet Blanket – Free Pattern

This Free Whip It Up Crochet Blanket Pattern from Mary Maxim looks like pure comfort crochet. It is a free download for a crochet afghan, and Mary Maxim describes it as a beautifully textured blanket with a plush, soft texture designed to be worked up quickly.

The yarn choice is what really sets the tone here. This pattern uses Bernat Blanket Extra Thick, with 5 skeins and a U.S. U/50 (25 mm) crochet hook. That puts it firmly in the jumbo-yarn category, which usually means fast progress, chunky stitches, and that lovely instant-gratification feeling where the blanket actually starts looking like a blanket very quickly. Mary Maxim lists the yarn as weight 7 jumbo.

The finished size is also generous at 52 x 60 inches, so this is more than a tiny lap throw. It sounds like a proper snuggle-on-the-sofa blanket, and one that would make a nice gift as well. Mary Maxim specifically suggests it as a throw for home décor or as a thoughtful handmade present.

Skill-wise, this one looks very approachable. The page lists it as Beginner / Easy, and the stitch requirements are simple: chain, double crochet, repeat, single crochet, and slip knot. That makes it a good option for newer crocheters who want a chunky blanket project without too much fuss, or for more experienced crocheters who just want something relaxing and cozy on the hook.

I also think this is the kind of pattern that has strong appeal for anyone who likes fast, useful projects. Jumbo yarn blankets are not subtle, but that is part of their charm. They feel squishy, dramatic, and very giftable. Sometimes you want a delicate heirloom project, and sometimes you want a big soft blanket that feels like crocheting with a cloud. This one definitely leans toward the second category. That last part is my take based on the listed materials, size, and description.