Hello, cozy friends! Today, I have a fun crochet decor project for you: a crochet garlic braid!
Recently, as I was in the middle of my annual rewatch of Practical Magic, I couldn’t help but admire their beautiful kitchen. Now, the aesthetic of the Owens witches’ home has always been my dream home! That greenhouse?! To die for.
But, during this watch-through, I happened to notice a glorious garlic braid hanging next to their stove. I absolutely love the simplicity of cottage decor and the rustic charm of a braided bunch of garlic hanging on the wall. I love to braid my own garlic when I grow it in the garden as well. But, it got me thinking…
Why don’t I crochet one?
So, here we are! I’ve created a free crochet pattern so you too can create your very own witchy/cottagecore crochet decor! This beauty can hang on the wall all year round and never wither.
This pattern and pictures are for personal use only. Please do not share, distribute, reproduce, publish, translate, alter, or resell this pattern in any way.
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Crochet Garlic Braid Pattern
Garlic Bulb
With a 3 mm hook and worsted weight (#4) yarn in ivory:
1. MR 8
(8)
2. Inc x 8
(16)
3. 1 sc, inc x 8
(24)
4. 2 sc, inc x 8
(32)
5. 3 sc, inc x 8
(40)
6-10. Sc around
(40)
11. 8 sc, dec x 4
(36)
12. 4 sc, dec x 6
(30)
13. 3 sc, dec x 6
(24)
14. 2 sc, dec x 6 *Stuff firmly
(18)
15. Sc around
(18)
16. 1 sc, dec x 6
(12)
17. Sc around
(12)
18. Dec x 6
(6)
19. Sc around
(6)
*FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Cut a long length of ivory yarn. With a yarn needle, pass the yarn up through the center of the bottom of the garlic bulb, coming out about 4 rows down from the top.
Pull the yarn tight and pull it down the side of the garlic bulb, then pass the needle back up through the center of the bottom again.
Pull tight and come up on the 4th row again, 4-5 stitches away from where you came out the first time.
This is creating the “cloves”. Keep pulling tight as you repeat this all the way around. Tie your ends together tightly and tuck the tails into the garlic bulb to finish.
Make as many garlic bulbs as you want to make your garlic braid as long or as short as you’d like. I made 12 for mine.
Garlic Fun Fact:
Garlic has long been used for protection against illness, thieves, malevolent spirits, and to banish negative energies.
Garlic Fun Fact:
Garlic braids were hung over doorways and windows to bring good fortune to the home and keep away negative intrusions.
Roots
Cut several strands of light brown yarn that are roughly 5 inches long.
Using your crochet hook, attach a strand of yarn around the center ring of the bottom of the garlic bulb using the latch hook method.
When you’ve gotten all the way around, trim the strands down to your desired length to create the garlic roots.
Assembly
Now, to assemble the garlic braid, I found the easiest solution was to use those small, clear hair elastics you can buy in any drug store.
To begin the braid, gather two or three garlic bulbs and arrange them so they are sitting in a bunch. This will be the bottom of your braid. Fasten them together by tying an elastic around the long tails of the garlic bulbs.
To continue up the braid, lay the next garlic bulb slightly above the bunch and fasten.
Continue adding one bulb slightly above the previous one until you have them all fastened together.
When all the garlic bulbs have been fastened together, tie all the yarn tails in a knot and trim the ends.
With a length of jute twine, tie a loop around the yarn tail knot.
At this point, I recommend hanging the braid where you want it to be displayed to finish the design.
Cut three strands of jute twine and tie a bow at the top of your loop. Cut the tails to your desired length.
Now, for the final touches, you can place floral picks in between the garlic bulbs to add a touch of cottage whimsy to your garlic braid!
Hot glue the picks in place if desired, or you can just poke them into place while the garlic braid is hanging. Mine have stayed put!
And that’s it! Your beautiful garlic braid is complete!
I hope you enjoyed making this beautiful crochet garlic braid! It brings a touch of cottage whimsy and charm to any home. These would make wonderful crochet gifts for any lovers of cottage, farmhouse, or witchy decor.
These crochet garlic braids are completely customizable as well! With the floral picks, you can really create any kind of aesthetic you’d like. Instead of jute twine, you could use ribbon. There is a style out there for every crocheter and every home!
Free Crochet Snowman Pattern: Make a Cute Crochet Snowman
There’s something magical about making a little snowman of your own—especially one that won’t melt when the weather warms up! If you’re looking for a crochet snowman to add to your winter decorations, give as a handmade gift, or simply enjoy making during a cozy afternoon, this free crochet snowman pattern is just the project for you.
This adorable little snowman brings all the charm of a snowy winter day into a handmade creation. With its sweet snowman details and plenty of opportunities to customize, you can make a crochet snowman that feels uniquely yours.
Whether you’re building your winter crochet collection or searching for a fun seasonal project, grab your yarn and hook, and let’s make a little snowman magic!
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Snowman
This crochet snowman is a delightful project for anyone who loves handmade winter decorations and adorable amigurumi.
Here are a few reasons to add this snowman crochet pattern to your project list:
A festive winter project: Bring a little snowy-season charm into your home.
A handmade gift idea: Crochet snowmen make thoughtful gifts for friends, family, and fellow crochet lovers.
Fun to customize: Change the colors and accessories to create your own unique snowman.
A cute seasonal decoration: Display your finished snowman on a shelf, mantel, desk, or holiday display.
A free crochet pattern: Follow along with the free instructions below to make your own.
Pattern Details
Skill level: Easy
Finished size: Approximately 4-5 inches tall, depending on yarn used.
Yarn: Worsted weight (#4) yarn
Crochet hook: 3 mm
Materials You’ll Need
3 mm crochet hook
Worsted weight (#4) yarn in white, gray, and orange
8 mm safety eye
12 mm button
Three 8 mm buttons
Sewing needle
Black embroidery thread
Jute twine
2 twigs
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Polyester fiberfill
Scissors
Crochet Abbreviations
MR- Magic Ring
Inc- Increase
Dec- Decrease
Ch- Chain
Sc- Single Crochet
Dc- Double Crochet
St(s)- Stitch(es)
Sl st- Slip Stitch
Rnd(s)- Round(s)
Hdc- Half Double Crochet
BLO- Back Loop Only
FLO- Front Loop Only
Before You Begin
Read through the pattern before starting.
Gather your yarn and tools so everything is ready.
Use a stitch marker.
Refer to the pattern photos for help with placement and assembly.
This pattern and pictures are for personal use only. Please do not share, distribute, reproduce, publish, translate, alter, or resell this pattern in any way.
With a 3 mm hook and worsted weight (#4) yarn in white:
1. MR 6
(6)
2. Inc x 6
(12)
3. 1 sc, inc x 6
(18)
4. 2 sc, inc x 6
(24)
5. 3 sc, inc x 6
(30)
6. 4 sc, inc x 6
(36)
7. 5 sc, inc x 6
(42)
8-14. Sc around
(42)
15. 5 sc, dec x 6
(36)
16. 4 sc, dec x 6
(30)
17. 3 sc, dec x 6
(24)
18. 2 sc, dec x 6
(18)
19. 1 sc, dec x 6
(12)
20. Dec x 6
(6)
*FO, leaving a long tail. Use yarn needle to weave tail through each of the remaining 6 sts. Pull tight to close and weave in tail.
Snowman Poppet Fun Fact #1:
They insist their twig arms are “very important tools” used to point out unfinished projects or to knock stitch markers off the table.
Head
With a 3 mm hook and worsted weight (#4) yarn in white:
1. MR 6
(6)
2. Inc x 6
(12)
3. 1 sc, inc x 6
(18)
4. 2 sc, inc x 6
(24)
5. 3 sc, inc x 6
(30)
6. 4 sc, inc x 6
(36)
7-12. Sc around
(36)
13. 4 sc, dec x 6
(30)
*Place 8 mm safety eye between Rnds 10-11 *Sew 12 mm button between Rnds 11-12, about 5 sts away from safety eye
14. 3 sc, dec x 6
(24)
*Start stuffing, continue stuffing as you close.
15. Sc around
(24)
16. 2 sc, dec x 6
(18)
17. 1 sc, dec x 6
(12)
18. Dec x 6
(6)
*FO, leaving a long tail. Using a yarn needle, weave tail through each of the remaining 6 sts. Pull tight to close and weave in end.
***
With a sewing needle and black embroidery yarn, embroider the face details.
I did this by embroidering a line down the center of the snowman’s face, between his eyes. Then, I embroidered crooked “stitches” across this line all the way down to give him a more whimsical haphazard look.
Feel free to change up your stitches, add more on his body, use different colors, etc. The sky is the limit!
Snowman Poppet Fun Fact #2:
They’re known to leave frost on your crochet hooks.
Snowman Poppet Fun Fact #3
They’re terrible at keeping secrets. If something goes missing in your craft room, they’ll point at the gingerbread poppets immediately.
Nose
With a 3 mm hook and worsted weight (#4) yarn in orange:
1. MR 4
(4)
2. Sc around
(4)
3. 1 sc, inc x 2
(6)
4. Sc around
(6)
*FO, leaving a long tail. Sew nose to face centered just under the eyes.
Snowman Poppet Fun Fact #4:
Snowman poppets are fiercely loyal. Once bonded to a crocheter, they will follow you from room to room to supervise creativity.
Top Hat
With a 3 mm hook and wortsed weight (#4) yarn in gray:
1. MR 8
(8)
2. Inc x 8
(16)
3. 1 sc, inc x 8
(24)
4. BLO: Sc around
(24)
5-10. Sc around
(24)
11. FLO: inc x 24
(48)
12. Sc around
(48)
*FO, leaving a long tail. *With jute twine, wrap around the top hat and tie into a bow. *Sew hat to head.
Snowman Poppet Fun Fact #5:
Snowman poppets love hats! The cozier the hat, the more powerful the poppet.
With a 3 mm hook and worsted weight (#4) yarn in gray or any color you choose for the scarf:
1. Ch 46, turn.
(45)
2. Sc across
(45)
*FO, weave in ends.
*Wrap scarf around your snowman poppet to keep him nice and cozy!
*You can make the scarf as long or as short as you like! Just add or subtract the number of chains from Row 1 to create your desired length.
***
*For the finishing touches, stick a couple of twigs into the body for his arms. You can use a little glue on the end of the stick before inserting into the snowman to make it more secure if desired. *Sew the 3 buttons down the middle of the body.
*And that’s it! Your adorable snowman poppet is complete and ready to cause some fun holiday mischief!
Snowman Poppet Fun Fact #6:
They believe scarves are magical artifacts. A snowman poppet without a scarf is “unfinished business.”
Customize Your Crochet Snowman
One of the fun parts of making a crochet snowman is choosing the little details that give it personality.
Here are a few ideas to inspire your own winter creation.
Try Different Colors
A traditional white snowman is always a classic, but you can experiment with different colors for a playful twist. Try soft pastels, winter blues, or festive holiday colors.
Add Your Own Accessories
Depending on your design, you could customize your snowman with a hat, scarf, buttons, or other seasonal details. Small changes can make each finished snowman feel different.
Make a Whole Snowman Family
Why stop at one? Create a collection of snowmen with different colors, expressions, and accessories. They can make a sweet winter display or a collection of handmade gifts.
What Can You Do With Your Finished Crochet Snowman?
Once your snowman is finished, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your handmade creation.
Display it with your winter or Christmas decorations.
Give it as a handmade holiday gift.
Add it to a seasonal shelf or mantel display.
Use it as part of a winter-themed centerpiece.
Make a matching collection of crochet winter characters.
If you plan to give your snowman to a young child, make sure the finished item is appropriate for their age. Embroidered features may be a suitable alternative to small attached pieces, depending on your pattern.
More Winter Crochet Patterns
If you love making seasonal crochet projects, explore more winter and holiday-inspired patterns below!
I hope you have fun making your own crochet snowman! Whether you keep it for your winter decorations, give it to someone special, or make a whole family of snowmen, this little project is a sweet way to celebrate the cozy side of the season.
Choose your favorite yarn, add your own creative touches, and enjoy every stitch. Happy wishes and cozy stitches!
Free Crochet Cupcake Pattern: Make Your Own Sweet Little Cupcake Poppet
There’s something about miniature crochet food that is just impossible to resist—and this crochet cupcake pattern is no exception! 🧁💕
Meet the Cupcake Poppet, a sweet little crochet creation with fluffy frosting, colorful cupcake layers, a tiny heart on top, and a face that gives this adorable treat just a little bit of personality.
This free crochet cupcake pattern is a fun project for anyone who loves amigurumi, kawaii crochet, crochet food, and whimsical little creatures.
And, of course, you can customize your cupcake poppet with practically any color combination you can dream up!
Whether you make a pastel cupcake for a birthday-themed collection, a bright rainbow cupcake for a little extra happiness, or a spooky cupcake for your Halloween crochet collection, this little poppet is ready to be whatever you want it to be.
Keep reading for the free crochet cupcake pattern, or grab the ad-free PDF from my Etsy shop if you’d rather keep the entire pattern in one convenient file.
If you love making small crochet projects, this cupcake is such a fun one to add to your WIP list.
It’s small enough to make without committing to a huge project, but there are plenty of little details that make the finished cupcake feel special.
The ruffled frosting gives it that unmistakable cupcake shape, while the colorful layers underneath make it easy to personalize.
And then there’s that little heart on top. ❤️
Because this isn’t just a cupcake.
It’s a poppet.
And every poppet needs a little personality.
What Is a Crochet Cupcake Poppet?
A poppet is a tiny handmade creature with its own personality, quirks, and little bit of lore.
Instead of making a realistic crochet cupcake, I wanted this one to feel like a tiny character you might find sitting on your shelf, keeping you company while you crochet.
This cupcake has a little bit of sweetness, a little bit of weirdness, and just enough wonkiness to make it charming.
After all, perfectly symmetrical cupcakes are overrated.
Give me the cupcake with the mismatched eyes and crooked little heart any day.
Cupcake Poppet Lore
According to poppet lore, cupcake poppets are the keepers of tiny celebrations.
They collect birthday wishes, stolen bites of frosting, stray sprinkles, and all the little moments that make an ordinary day feel special.
Some say that if you give your cupcake poppet a wish to guard, it will keep it safe until the perfect moment for a little sweetness to find its way back to you.
Cupcake poppets are also notorious for sneaking imaginary frosting when nobody is looking.
If your cupcake suddenly seems to have a little less frosting than you remember, you know who to blame.
Crochet Cupcake Pattern Details
Pattern Name: Crochet Cupcake Pattern
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet Terminology: US terms
Materials
For this crochet cupcake pattern, you will need:
3 mm crochet hook
Worsted weight (#4) yarn in black, white, mint green, and red
Safety eye
Sewing needle
Black embroidery thread
White embroidery thread
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Polyester fiberfill
Scissors
Crochet Abbreviations
MR- Magic Ring
Inc- Increase
Dec- Decrease
Ch- Chain
Sc- Single Crochet
Dc- Double Crochet
St(s)- Stitch(es)
Sl st- Slip Stitch
Rnd(s)- Round(s)
Hdc- Half Double Crochet
BLO- Back Loop Only
FLO- Front Loop Only
FO- Fasten off
Sk- Skip
Please Note:
This pattern and pictures are for personal use only. Please do not share, distribute, reproduce, publish, translate, alter, or resell this pattern in any way.
Customize Your Crochet Cupcake
One of my favorite things about making crochet food is getting to play with color.
You can make this cupcake completely your own.
Try a pastel cupcake
Use pink, lavender, baby blue, or yellow for a soft birthday-party-inspired cupcake.
Make a chocolate cupcake
Switch the cupcake wrapper to brown and choose a chocolate-inspired frosting color.
Make a rainbow cupcake
Give each layer a different bright color for an extra cheerful cupcake poppet.
Make a spooky cupcake
Black, purple, orange, and green would make an adorable Halloween version.
You could even give your cupcake a little witch hat instead of the heart topper!
For instructions to create a witch hat, click here!
Make a whole cupcake collection
Why stop at one?
Make a whole little bakery of cupcake poppets with different personalities.
You could have:
The shy cupcake
The grumpy cupcake
The birthday cupcake
The mischievous cupcake
The spooky cupcake
The overly enthusiastic cupcake
The cupcake who definitely ate all the frosting
Honestly, I think the last one might be my favorite.
Now it’s time to make your cupcake!
Instructions
Cupcake
With a 3 mm hook and worsted weight (#4) yarn in mint green:
1. MR 6
(6)
2. Inc x 6
(12)
3. 1 sc, inc x 6
(18)
4. 2 sc, inc x 6
(24)
5. 3 sc, inc x 6
(30)
6. 4 sc, inc x 6
(36)
7. 5 sc, inc x 6
(42)
8. 6 sc, inc x 6
(48)
9-13. Sc around
(48)
14. FLO: 3 hdc in first stitch, 2 hdc in next stitch. Repeat all the way around. *FO, weave in end.
(120)
Attach to any of the remaining back loops from R 14 with a standing sc in black and continue below:
15. 6 sc, dec x 6
(42)
16. 5 sc, dec x 6 *Switch to white
(36)
17. 4 sc, dec x 6
(30)
18. Sc around *Change to black
(30)
19-20. Sc around *Change to white *Add safety eye between Rnds 9-10 of the top of the cupcake either to the left or right of center. *Begin stuffing. Keep stuffing as you close.
(30)
21. 3 sc, dec x 6
(24)
22. BLO: Sc around *Switch to black
(24)
23. 2 sc, dec x 6
(18)
24. 1 sc, dec x 6
(12)
25. Dec x 6 *FO, weave in end.
(6)
Crochet Cupcake Poppet Fun Fact:
Cupcake poppets supposedly have a remarkable talent for knowing exactly what flavor you need. Chocolate means comfort, vanilla means calm, strawberry means cheer, and anything covered in sprinkles means you probably need to stop taking life so seriously and enjoy the little moments.
Crooked Heart
For the “cherry” on top, let’s create a cute little crooked heart!
With a 3 mm hook and worsted weight (#4) yarn in red:
Heart Top 1:
1. MR 6
(6)
2. 1 sc, inc x 3
(9)
3. Sc around *FO.
(9)
Heart Top 2:
1. MR 6
(6)
2. Inc x 6
(12)
3. Sc around
(12)
4. Join to Heart Top 1 with a sc. Add 5 more sc around Heart Top 1 and 12 sc around Heart Top 2
(21)
5. Sc around
(21)
*Stuff heart tops. Keep stuffing as you go.
6. 1 sc, dec x 7
(14)
7. Sc around
(14)
8. Dec x 7
(7)
9. 1 sc, dec x 3, sc
(4)
10. Sc around
(4)
*FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
To finish, embroider some decorative stitches in white along the heart.
Cupcake Poppet Fun Fact:
According to old poppet tales, cupcake poppets are most active after midnight. While everyone else sleeps, they supposedly sneak into kitchens to inspect the mixing bowls and make sure every imaginary cupcake has received its proper amount of frosting. No evidence has ever been found, but missing sprinkles are considered highly suspicious.
Finishing Touches
With black embroidery thread, embroider an “X” to create the other eye.
Sew the heart to the top of the cupcake.
And that’s it! Your cute little cupcake is complete!
Plushy Version
To create a plushy version of this cupcake, follow the above instructions, but make the following changes:
Use a 5 mm hook and super bulky (#6) plushy yarn.
For the heart, use worsted weight (#4) yarn in red and a 3 mm hook:
Heart Top 1:
1. MR 6
(6)
2. Inc x 6
(12)
3. Sc around *FO.
(12)
Heart Top 2:
1. MR 6
(6)
2. Inc x 6
(12)
3. 1 sc, inc x 6
(18)
4-5. Sc around
(18)
6. Join to Heart Top 1 with a sc. Add 11 more sc around Heart Top 1 and 18 sc around Heart Top 2
(30)
7. Sc around *Stuff heart tops. Keep stuffing as you go.
(30)
8. 3 sc, dec x 6
(24)
9. Sc around
(24)
10. 2 sc, dec x 6
(18)
11. 1 sc, dec x 6
(12)
12. Sc around
(12)
13. Dec x 6
(6)
14. 1 sc, dec x 12
(4)
*FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. *Embroider white stitches along heart with embroidery thread.
And that’s it! Your plushy cupcake is complete!
Tips for Making Your Crochet Cupcake
Don’t be afraid to experiment with color.
The cupcake pictured here is just one color combination. Your cupcake can look completely different!
Pay attention to your stuffing.
For amigurumi-style projects, you’ll generally want enough stuffing to give your cupcake a nice shape without stretching the stitches excessively.
Give your cupcake personality.
The face is one of the easiest ways to change the personality of your poppet.
Try moving the eyes slightly closer together, changing the embroidered expression, or experimenting with different eye sizes. Maybe use a button for one or both eyes?
A tiny change can make your cupcake look completely different.
What Can You Do With Your Finished Crochet Cupcake?
There are so many fun ways to use your finished cupcake poppet!
Make a cute handmade gift
This would make such a fun little birthday gift for a fellow crochet lover, baker, or anyone who appreciates adorable handmade things.
Add it to your desk
Every desk deserves a tiny cupcake friend.
Especially one that can’t actually be eaten.
Decorate for a birthday
Make several cupcake poppets in coordinating colors for a whimsical birthday display.
Sell finished cupcakes
If you’re a crochet maker who sells finished items, these would be fun additions to craft fairs, handmade markets, and online shops.
Build a whole poppet collection
And this is where things get really fun.
Once you make one poppet, it’s very difficult to stop.
You’ve been warned.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a beginner crochet pattern?
This cupcake crochet pattern uses mainly single crochet stitches, making it a fun project for crocheters who are comfortable with basic amigurumi techniques. If you can crochet in the round, you can make this cupcake!
Can I use different colors?
Absolutely! This pattern is perfect for experimenting with different yarn colors.
Can I sell the cupcakes I make?
Yes, you can sell finished items made from my pattern on a small handmade-business scale. Please do not copy, redistribute, or resell the crochet pattern itself.
Can I make this cupcake without safety eyes?
Yes! In fact, some of the cutest poppets have the wonkiest eyes in my opinion! Try mixing it up by using buttons or sewing X’s for both eyes!
More Cute Crochet Patterns
If you enjoyed making this little cupcake poppet, you might also enjoy some of my other cute and quirky crochet creations!
Spooky season is right around the corner, and do you know what would add a festive, adorable fall touch to your home decor? Crochet Halloween pumpkins! I have scoured the web to bring you a list of the cutest, most whimsical patterns out there. Witchy, cottage, rustic, classic. No matter your style, there’s something here for everyone!
Keep scrolling to see this week’s roundup of crochet Halloween pumpkins and start your Halloween decor projects today!
Happy wishes and cozy stitches.
Patterns for Crochet Halloween Pumpkins Every Crocheter Should Know About!
First on our list, we have this Crochet Pumpkin Tutorial by Alinna Crochets. This free pattern comes in the form of a YouTube video, making it extremely helpful for beginner crocheters. The plush yarn creates a soft and fluffy pumpkin, perfect for whimsical displays.
Anything that looks like it is stacked precariously automatically adds it to a whimsical category for me, and this Stacked Pumpkin Trio is an absolutely gorgeous addition. The varied colored yarn in the center pumpkin also adds such a cute and whimsical touch to the look. This one would be perfect for a covered front porch to welcome fall guests!
For another whimsical pumpkin option, consider this Chonky Pumpkin by Handmadev! It’s beginner-friendly with instructions for creating the curly vine and stem as well. The oversized safety eyes give it a cute, whimsical, and cartoon-like appearance, which would add a fun touch to fall displays!
For a unique addition to your fall decor, consider this Candy Corn Pumpkin by Sierra’s Crafty Creations! This pattern puts a whimsical spin on a classic pumpkin design, and it creates a stunning fall display. This pattern also includes a video tutorial, making it perfect for beginner crocheters to follow along. Add this one to your fall project list!
This adorably whimsical Scarecrow Pumpkin would make a great addition to fall displays! It’s beginner-friendly, and the pattern works up very quickly, which makes for a great project for quick and easy displays.
Pattern Name: Lil Pete the Pumpkin Designer: Pieches n’ Scream Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Intermediate
For a more unique take on crochet Halloween pumpkins, give this Lil Pete the Pumpkin a try! The pattern includes instructions to create your own little pumpkin creature, perfect for Halloween displays.
Something about that beautiful, chunky ribbing just adds such a rustic charm to crochet pumpkins! This pumpkin pattern is created using a bulky wool yarn, which means you can create yourself an entire pumpkin patch very quickly!
Pattern Name: Striped Pumpkin Designer: Little Light Design Co Free/Paid: Free Skill Level: Intermediate
This free Striped Pumpkin pattern is a must-make for farmhouse pumpkin displays! These would be perfect for entryway tables, dining tables, or anywhere you need a cozy pop of color! You can also purchase a PDF pattern to create houndstooth and gingham style pumpkins (the striped one is free) to add even more rustic charm!
For another beautifully textured pumpkin design, consider the Bobble Stitch Pumpkins by Crafted & Cherished Crochet. They are easy to make, but the bobble stitch makes them look complicated! The cinnamon stick stem adds such a cozy touch, and the smell will linger all season long. Add this pumpkin to your Halloween display for a little bit of a farmhouse touch!
Pattern Name: Little Rustic Pumpkin Designer: Wayne Arthur Gallery Free/Paid: Free Skill Level: Easy
This classic rustic farmhouse pumpkin pattern is beginner-friendly and perfect for creating that gorgeous farmhouse style for fall. This pattern also includes instructions for creating the floral wire vines, which add a unique touch to this pumpkin.
For a uniquely textured pumpkin, try the Farm Fresh Pumpkin pattern! This crochet pumpkin is designed using only two simple crochet stitches, and that is what gives it its gorgeous texture. Best of all, they work up quickly, which means you can make an entire display for fall in no time!
Why stop at decorating your home with crochet Halloween pumpkins? What better way to romanticize the fall season than to personalize and decorate your everyday items? This Crochet Pumpkin Patch Cup Pattern by Crochet Kingdom is a very easy pattern that works up quickly and can be sized to fit any cup, making it a fun and versatile way to add some fall decor to your life.
Another fun way to celebrate fall is to add this Pumpkin Beanie to your autumn wardrobe! The pattern is written to be beginner-friendly, so even new crocheters can enjoy this project!
Another fun way to decorate for fall is to add little autumn accents here and there. With the Pumpkin Jar Cozy, you could add a touch of cozy fall to your table by decorating a candy jar! This could be a fun one to show off to the trick-or-treaters on Halloween as well!
Spice up your jewelry for the season with these Apple/Pumpkin Earrings! They work up quickly, and both apple and pumpkin designs make the perfect fall addition to the wardrobe. Mix and match, or make both pairs!
Pattern Name: Pumpkin Pie Car Charm Designer: Penny and Company Store Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Decorating for fall doesn’t have to end at your home! Why not add a fall touch to your car as well with this gorgeous Pumpkin Pie Car Charm pattern? This pattern is intended for advanced beginners and includes instructions for both a car hanger as well as a keychain. Add a unique touch to your spooky season decor with this Pumpkin Pie Charm!
For a gloriously beautiful cottage-style pumpkin, check out the Daisy Pumpkin! This pattern shows you how to create 5 daisy granny squares, and then it teaches you how to combine them together to create the pumpkin! Because of this, the designer has deemed the pattern an intermediate skill pattern, but confident beginners should give it a try!
Pattern Name: Lighted Granny Pumpkin Designer: UI Digital Store Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Beginner-Friendly
Anything that involves fairy lights just screams “cottage” and “cozy” to me, and I know my hygge friends will agree! That being said, this Lighted Granny Pumpkin would make a stunning addition to a cottage pumpkin display for the fall season. The pattern is beginner-friendly and features a granny square design that creates beautiful “windows” for the fairy lights to glow through.
Pattern Name: Cabled Pumpkin Designer: MJ’s Off The Hook Design Free/Paid: Free Skill Level: Advanced
For more advanced crocheters, this Cabled Pumpkin by MJ’s Off the Hook Designs would make a beautiful addition to cottage-style crochet Halloween pumpkin displays! It features a very intricate cable stitch design that, while challenging, adds such a country cottage charm.
Sometimes, you just can’t beat a classic Halloween pumpkin. I’ve got you covered there too! This Crochet Pumpkin Pattern is an adorably classic Halloween pumpkin perfect for fall decor. The pattern estimates this pumpkin could be worked up in 2-3 hours, making it a quick and easy project for Halloween decor!
For another cute and classic look, consider this Crochet Pumpkin Pattern! This free pattern includes instructions for variations such as mini pumpkins, oversized pumpkins, and Halloween spooky pumpkins.
Another fun one to add to the classic pumpkin list is this Easy Crochet Pumpkin by Peaceful Crochet. This pumpkin is crocheted in a flat rectangle using the moss stitch, and is later sewn into a tube and cinched together to create a beautiful pumpkin shape. The pattern is perfect for beginners and includes tips for customizing the pumpkin to your taste and style.
Pattern Name: Crochet Gourd and Small Pumpkin Designer: Winding Road Crochet Free/Paid: Free Skill Level: Easy
For a touch of something different, why not add some crochet gourds to your crochet halloween pumpkins display? This free pattern by Winding Road Crochet includes everything you need to create mini pumpkins and gourds in all different colors, adding a cozy and fun touch to a traditional pumpkin display. This pattern also includes a video tutorial, making it that much easier for beginner crocheters to follow along!
I can’t resist adding a little bit of a witchy touch to everything in life, and this pumpkin crochet pattern is no exception! Designed with a button eye, stitched, crooked smile, and a soft, plush yarn, these pumpkins work up quickly and add a unique, witchy touch to your Halloween display!
Pattern Name: Crochet Pumpkin With Witch Hat Designer: Simply Made by Erin Free/Paid: Free Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
For another witchy pattern option, consider this Crochet Pumpkin With Witch Hat! It’s an advanced beginner pattern and free! It works up quickly as well, making it a quick addition to Halloween displays.
The Stash & Stack Pumpkins by Little Baby Rory Crafts are another witchy decor option. With plush, soft yarn and large eyes with embroidery details, these pumpkins have such a cute look to them. The pattern states this it is intended for beginners to intermediate skilled crocheters, and the finished pumpkins stand approximately 13 inches tall.
Are you ready to take your reading to the next level by making a beautiful crochet book cover? I’ve scoured the web to compile a list of the coziest, cutest crochet book cover patterns out there. I’ve rounded up cutest patterns in all different styles, ranging from cottagecore to floral to classic. No matter your taste, style, or skill level, there’s sure to be something here for everyone!
I’m all about adding cozy touches of whimsy to everyday life and romancing the ordinary! Why not add some cozy charm to our books and read in style?! That’s the kind of fun, extra detail that I live for adding into my life.
Happy wishes, and cozy stitches!
Why You Should Make Crochet Book Covers
You can personalize any of the books you read while protecting them from damage
Many patterns include instructions for crocheting a strap to make it a bag as well so they have multiple uses
You could crochet a different style to suit each genre (fantasy, romance, thriller, etc)
Romanticizes reading
Adds a touch of whimsy!
Cottagecore Crochet Book Covers
1. Butterfly and Mushroom Book Sleeve Pattern
Pattern Name: Butterfly and Mushroom Book Sleeve Bag Designer: Alyssia Creates Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Best For: Cottagecore style, fantasy genre
Right out the gate, I’m hitting hard with the cottagecore! This Butterfly and Mushroom Book Sleeve Bag pattern by Alyssia Creates is so wonderfully whimsical and beautiful! This pattern also includes instructions for adding the fabric liner (always a fancy touch in my opinion!), and a detachable strap so the book sleeve can be used as a shoulder bag as well. This bag would be beautiful for everyday wear also, not just for our lovely books!
Pattern Name: Strawberry Book Cover Designer: HS By Hammad Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Beginner-Friendly Best For: Cottagecore style, fantasy genre
Coming in hot with the cottagecore yet again (surprise, surprise), we have this absolutely stunning Crochet Strawberry Book Cover by HS by Hammad. I absolutely adore the color scheme and the delicate placement of the strawberry and flower appliques. I also love the cute little button closure!
Pattern Name: Mushroom Book Cover Designer: HS by Hammad Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Intermediate Best For: Cottagecore style, fantasy genre
This Mushroom Book Cover pattern includes everything you need to create a whimsical mushroom cottage book cover. This one is perfect for all you fairycore and cottagecore enthusiasts!
Pattern Name: Chic Crochet Book Cover Designer: Clariea Belle Creates Free/Paid: Free Skill Level: Easy Best For: Classic/elegant style, romance genre
The gorgeous lemon peel stitch on this Chic Crochet Book Cover by Claire Wilson over at Clairea Belle Makes just adds such a unique look to this crochet book cover. The frilly decorative border adds a delicate and beautiful touch as well! Best of all, this pattern is free, so check it out!
Pattern Name: Stevie Book Cozy Designer: DeniMade Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Beginner Best For: Classic book genre
Granny squares for the win here again with this Stevie Book Cozy! This pattern creates a perfect little pocket to slip your novel down into, perfect for protecting your book on the go! Click here for the pattern.
6. Crochet Book Cover
Pattern Name: Crochet Book Cover Designer: Briana K. Designs Free/Paid: Free Skill Level: Easy Best For: Classic book genres
This versatile pattern is a must-make. The pattern includes instructions to create the book cover in any size you want, making it fully customizable to any size book! Click here to get the free pattern.
7. Waffle Book Cover
Pattern Name: Waffle Book Cover Designer: InspireoCrafts Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Confident beginner to intermediate Best For: Classic style, classic book genre
Something about the waffle stitch just adds such a unique and beautiful texture to every project, and this Waffle Book Cover is no exception! This pattern creates a book cover that fits a 9″ x 6″ book. However, the pattern also includes instructions for size adjustments, so it’s perfectly adjustable to any size you need.
Pattern Name: Quran Book Cover Designer: Teb DIY Free/Paid: Free Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate Best For: Spring seasonal decor, spring setting books, classic book genre
Are you feeling lucky? Perhaps it’s the good luck charm of this beautiful Quran Book Cover! Whether you want to match spring vibes or just want to carry a little luck with you, this pattern is sure to bring some charm to your book collection. The corner-to-corner design in this pattern lends such a unique, gorgeous texture to the finished product. A must-make!
This beautiful granny square book cover is a must-add to the list. There is something so cozy and classic about a granny square pattern, and the heart granny square just adds such a sweet touch to the overall aesthetic. The free pattern includes a video tutorial, making it especially helpful for new crocheters!
This gorgeous Butterfly Book Sleeve pattern includes 66 pictures and 38 charts to help you every step of the way, making it a good pattern for beginner crocheters! This would be a fun book cover to flaunt around for all your spring and summer reading.
Pattern Name: Vintage Lace Bible Cover Designer: Kirsten Holloway Designs Free/Paid: Both free and paid options available Skill Level: Easy Best For: Vintage books, classic genre, romance genre
This stunning Vintage Lace Bible Cover would make a beautiful cover for vintage books, or for anything you want to add a delicate, feminine touch to! While the pattern was originally written as a bible cover, it can be adapted to fit books of any size. The pattern is rated as easy, and the designer says it works up quickly, which means you could have this beautiful cover protecting your books in no time!
Pattern Name: Fan Stitch Book Cover Designer: ArtMorfic Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Intermediate Best For: Historical fiction, fantasy, romance genres
The coolest thing about crochet is that the possibilities are absolutely endless when it comes to combining stitches to make them into whatever you want! Take this Fan Stitch Book Cover Crochet Pattern by ArtMorfic, for example. The fan stitch used as a book cover, combined with a crocheted daisy closure just creates such a beautiful, unique look! This crochet pattern also includes instructions for a cross body bag strap, and I’m here for that versatility!
Pattern Name: Floral Journal Cover Designer: HS by Hammad Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Confident beginner to experienced Best For: Romance, fantasy, classic genres
This beautiful Crochet Floral Journal Cover Pattern by HS by Hammad is a must-make for advanced crocheters. The intricate border along the binding adds a lovely, delicate detail, while the floral embellishments add such a beautiful, elegant touch! All of this paired with the vine bookmark detail, and you’re sure to turn heads when people see this one in your hands!
Pattern Name: Floral Granny Square Book Cover Designer: Modern Crochet Lab Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Beginner-friendly Best For: Classic crochet styles, classic and romance book genres
Anything that comes in a patchwork design or a granny square, and I’m there! I absolutely love the classic granny square design of this Floral Granny Square Book Cover pattern by Modern Crochet Lab. This pattern includes a PDF pattern download as well as a video tutorial, making it extra helpful and easy to follow along.
Pattern Name: Diary Cover Designer: Elite Digitals by Saqib. Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Easy Best For: Romance, fantasy, classic genres
Another gorgeous floral book cover pattern is this Crochet Diary Cover Pattern by Elite Digitals by Saqib. This one is perfect for beginners, and the floral applique gives it such a unique, expert touch.
Pattern Name: Crochet Book Cover Designer: Bunny Patterns Free/Paid: Free Skill Level: Beginner Best For: Spring seasonal decor, romance genre, classic genre
This gorgeous book cover includes instructions for adding a small, decorative pocket onto it to carry pens, bookmarks, etc. So cute and so useful! The ribbon detail on the binding is absolutely adorable, and this crochet pattern includes a video tutorial showing how to attach it!
Pattern Name: Ghost Book Cover Designer: Nessta Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Advanced beginner to intermediate Best For: Spooky style, gothic designs, holiday crochet, thriller/sci-fi book genres
It just wouldn’t be my blog if we didn’t throw in at least one option for spooky season! This Ghost Book Cover by Nessta is the perfect companion for your Halloween seasonal reads! The pattern includes instructions to create the little ghost applique, complete with the embroidered face! This book cover fits books roughly 6 x 9 inches. I can’t get enough of this one.
Pattern Name: Spooky Crochet Book Cover Designer: Nessta Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Best For: Halloween/spooky seasonal decor, paranormal, thriller, sci-fi book genres
For a hauntingly cute book cover pattern to dress your books up during spooky season, why not give this Spooky Crochet Book Cover a try? The pattern is customizable to fit any book size, and it includes instructions to create the skull, bat, star, and wave appliques.
Pattern Name: Hocus Pocus Book Cover Designer: Crochet by Corragio Free/Paid: Free Skill Level: Moderate Best For: Halloween/spooky season decor, paranormal genre, sci-fi genre, thriller/mystery genre
This adorably whimsical Hocus Pocus Book Cover is a must-make for spooky season reading! Protect your spell books with this amazing book cover! The pattern is available as a free PDF download on Ravelry and includes instructions for how to adjust the pattern to fit any size book.
Pattern Name: Halloween Crochet Book Cover Designer: InspireoCrafts Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Confident Beginners to Intermediate Best For: Halloween seasonal decor, witchy books, paranormal genre
This absolutely stunning Halloween Crochet Book Cover by Inspireo Crafts is a must-make for any witchy/spooky readers! This pattern is perfect for Halloween season reading with its enchanting spell book design. The pattern is mostly single crochet stitches, and it includes full, step-by-step instructions to create the pocket, appliques, embroidery and everything you need to bring this beautiful book cover to life.
Pattern Name: Pumpkin Book Sleeve Designer: One Stop Wonders Free/Paid: Paid Skill Level: Intermediate to advanced beginners Best For: Halloween seasonal decor, paranormal genre, thriller/mystery genre
This adorable Pumpkin Book Sleeve pattern includes everything you need to have the cutest spooky season book cover! This pattern is written in US terms but includes UK abbreviations for conversions, making it very versatile! The pattern also includes instructions to adapt it to any size book you need.
