Quick crochet patterns for beginners
Potholders in a houndstooth pattern
Potholders are useful and never go out of style; they are a must-have even in a modern kitchen. With this timeless pattern, you have an appealing design that fits into any kitchen.
They are crocheted so quickly that you can make a supply for yourself, so you always have a little gift on hand to bring along.
You can find the pattern here
You will need:- Yarn from Austermann / Soft Cotton / 50 g each of white & black /
- Crochet hook size 5
- Scissors, thick sewing needle
These potholders also look great with other yarns and in other colors.
Crocheted with:- chain stitches
- single crochet
- double crochet
- slip stitches
The pattern is written without abbreviations and is really easy.
So even as a beginner, you can make this piece easily and quickly.
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Hippie Doorstop
Keeps doors safely open and is also fun to look at; it spreads good cheer, and children especially like this funny little fellow. Without heavy filling, it is also suitable for cuddling.
If you want to use up your leftover yarn, Hippie is just the thing, because the color combination is only a suggestion.
Get out your thick leftover yarn and off you go; even simple yarn held double will give you a quick result.
Details & pattern here
Materials needed:- Thick leftover yarn or thin yarn held double
- Crochet hook size 6
- for the small parts, I used sizes 2 and 3.5
- 2 buttons
- stuffing
- something for the heavy filling (cat litter, bird sand, rice, or something similar)
- a freezer bag for the filling (so it doesn’t trickle out)
- Scissors and sewing needle
I crocheted Hippie from Bellalana Soft Maxx with hook size 6.
The pattern is also suitable for beginners who know the basics of crochet; it is written without abbreviations.
You should know the following techniques:- magic ring
- chain stitch
- slip stitch
- single crochet
- half double crochet
- increasing and decreasing stitches
With this pattern, leftover yarn becomes an affordable, practical helper that also serves as a decorative item.
So get yourself the doorstop for every situation.
Now I wish you lots of fun getting creative.
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