Today, September 12th, is International Crochet Day, so we thought we’d celebrate with a post and a whole bunch of recommendations of patterns! (Wanna learn to crochet? Hop over to our classes page and sign up for a class!)

You may, or may not, know that I was a crocheter long before I learned how to knit. It was my introduction into the fabulous world of yarn, and though I may not do as much of it as I once did, it still is my first true love. I think I started in the same place as many crocheters making questionable scarves, coasters, and dishcloths. Eventually, as I expanded my skills, I developed a deep love for amigurumi, blankets, and some of the craziest shawls you’ve ever seen. I still have yet to make granny square anything, and I should probably change that someday. Today is not that day, and tomorrow ain’t looking good either!

Anywho, here are some of the awesome crocheted projects that have managed to sneak their way into my Ravelry favorites of late:

Chocomania by Elena Fedotova

Chocomania is a stunning shawl made using Malabrigo Arroyo. The entire shawl is single crochet (including some extended single crochet), and creates its stunning cables through a tedious-but-worth-it process of tangling and untangling your yarn. We have a sample of this beauty in the shop for you to drool over next time you stop in. While you’re at it, check out Elena’s other patterns as well. She has an amazing catalog of really unique stuff.

Solomon’s Knot Tee by Marly Bird

Despite being in my 40s, I am firmly in my crop tops and overalls phase. This cute crop is worked up using DK yarn, and could easily be adjusted to make the body and/or sleeves longer. I have plans to make this using either Universal Bamboo Pop or the super luscious Dream in Color Cosette.

Tunisian Scrap Cowl by Emily Marie Davies

I love fun shawls, and I love scrap busters, so this project is perfect! It’s also an easier, straightforward introduction if you’re feeling like venturing into the world of Tunisian crochet. This uses DK scraps, but could easily be adjusted to use up whatever scraps you’ve got. The trick to remember is to use a hook size about three sizes up from what’s typically recommended for your yarn. Don’t wanna use scraps? Grab a few skeins of Universal Deluxe DK Tweed instead.

Ribbed Skater Beanie by Kim Guzman

My main beef with crocheted hats is they tend to fit poorly with little-to-no stretch. This pattern solves that problem by being worked sideways using a squishy rib, so it’ll stretch comfortably to fit a wide variety of head sizes, including my fat head! All you’ll need is a skein of worsted or aran weight yarn, and you’ll be able to work one of these up in an evening. We recommend Di Gilpin Lalland Aran for a warm and squishy hat.

Modern Men’s Scarf by Pamela Kuloba

I adore this scarf because it’s more interesting than a typical sideways scarf. It has some unique stitches and is reversible, and despite being marketed as a mens scarf, you can make it for anyone (even YOURSELF!). It looks easy enough to adjust to be wider if that’s what you like as well. This scarf can be made using worsted weight yarn, and we think it’d be fantastic in Malabrigo Rios. As if we needed another reason to pimp this yarn!

I hope you had as much fun checking out these patterns as I did! Fall is right around the corner, so it’s the perfect time to bust out the hooks and yarn and get some projects rolling to keep you warm throughout the season. Happy hooking everyone!