This is a pattern compilation of my first six womens top patterns at MakeItCrochet. All patterns are available on my website for free. This is a compilation of the ad-free print-friendly PDFs.

So pretty, you won’t want to do dishes with it! The Nautilus Dishcloth crochet pattern is the perfect accent for your kitchen and will be a great housewarming gift too!

This Popcorn Columns Hat is a great crochet pattern for holiday gifts and beyond. The beautiful textures work to make it warm and unique.

Use the Popcorn Stitch to make a warm and comfy scarf in beautiful textured stitches. It’s long enough to keep you toasty when the temperatures turn.

The Celestial Landing Afghan Square is a 12″ block that can be used for blankets, pillows, home decor and is only limited by your imagination.

Welcome the summer with this Classic Halter Top Crochet Pattern in an easy stitch that can be made in a weekend. It’s made in a cooling linen cotton blend yarn in six sizes.

This Cranberry Lace Crochet Beanie can be made in under two hours and is the perfect accessory when you need a little something in the Spring or Fall.

The Concha Cluster Crochet Square Pattern uses a unique, exclusive stitch for the puffy bobbles. Use the 10″ square for any feminine blanket and would be perfect for a wedding gift.

The Hourglass Mens Scarf is a crochet pattern made in two colors in a fun stitch pattern that maintains interest whether you’re a beginner or experienced. It makes a great gift for men or women.

The Cascade Mitered Vest free Tunisian crochet pattern is a one piece project with minimal seaming at the shoulders. It’s an easy wearing layer for all seasons. Sizes S-3X.

You’ll love the beautiful texture of this Sleeveless Tank Top, worked in Crochet Crunch Stitch, also known as Even Moss Stitch. The pattern is written for a cotton blend DK weight yarn in sizes small through 3X.

This Crochet Womens Vest is the perfect classy layer to your spring, summer or fall wardrobe. Pattern written for sizes small through 3X.

This lightweight sleeveless lace cardigan is the perfect layering piece for spring and summer. The easy two-row repeat adds texture and open stitches, making it especially quick and fun. The free crochet pattern is written in six sizes (S-3X).

Try this Sleeveless Tank Top Crochet Pattern the next time you need something for warmer weather. It’s made in a cooling bamboo cotton blend for sizes S-3X.

This Easy Button Front Cardigan will surprise you. Make 2 lacy crochet rectangles, add buttons and wear it! Six sizes provided.

This Tunisian crochet throw pattern will bring cuddly warmth to your home with a monochromatic geometric design full of squishy hearts.

Try out Linked Stitches with this introductory Tunisian crochet pattern. Learning Tunisian crochet is easy when you can use a regular hook.

The Crochet Circle in a Square Scarf pattern is an excellent way to show off Big Twist Carousel yarn with its medium length self-striping. Gift ready in only two hours.

Make this Tunisian Crochet Headband in the popular twisted style in just over an hour with a tweed size 4 aran weight yarn. You’ll love adding this unconventional stitch pattern to your skill basket.

This lightweight Fingerless Mitts crochet pattern will create a lacy set, perfect for the changing seasons. The range of stitches make an engaging project, catering to all skill levels.

This exquisite crochet baby blanket pattern is crafted with intricate stitches around the edge to mimic delicate flower petals. The extra wide lace border turns a simple blanket into the perfect heirloom gift for a baby shower, newborn photos or a christening.

Stay stylish and warm with this open shell lace crochet scarf pattern worked in soft size 4 aran weight yarn. You can have this project finished in about 3 hours or less. It’s fast and fun!

This Beginner Beanie Hat crochet pattern will be the perfect transition project when you’re ready to grow your new skills.

The Thunderbird Mandala Blanket is perfectly matched for a Western-themed room, in any size project from baby to adult. Find your favorite Mandala colorway for even more cozy themes.

The Snow Day Crochet Beret pattern is both warm and stylish. The hat’s slouchy crown features a beautiful textured snowflake for a trendy and cozy accessory.

This textured twist headband will add warmth and elegance to any wardrobe. The Impeccable Tweed yarn is perfect for little spots of color to appeal to everyone.

Create this beautifully textured Brambles Beanie with an easily memorized Sedge Stitch. The dense stitches create warmth and elegance in a hat just as fun to make as to wear.

Delicate crochet baby blankets can be made in simple double crochets and chains too! You don’t need a lot of complex stitching to produce a treasured baby shower gift.

This Womens Bucket Hat is decorated with a vintage-inspired rosebud band. It’s the perfect addition to your wardrobe and an equally wonderful gift for your stylish friends.

This Arcade Treads Blanket crochet pattern is made in an array of exciting neon colors in geometric stripes, perfect for anyone but especially toddlers and teens.

This Crochet Womens Hat is made in the vintage-inspired cloche style with an optional flower embellishment. Enjoy this easy pattern with a hat made in less than 3 hours.

This Tunisian crochet pattern for a warm and fashionable cowl lets you advance beyond the basics by alternating the Tunisian Simple Stitch with the Twisted Knit Stitch for an easy, unique pattern repeat.

A delicate and lightweight crochet baby blanket pattern is a wonderful project for creating a soft and airy blanket perfect for keeping a baby cozy without overheating.

This charming Double Crochet Chevron Baby Blanket is made in one of crochet’s most memorable designs in an easier and quicker double crochet pattern. With stripes made from self-striping Lion Brand Mandala cakes, you’ll have all the tradition and none of the fuss.

The Retro Stripes Baby Blanket is a quick and easy pattern, made almost entirely in single crochet. Made with perfectly coordinated self-striping colors, any baby will love its snuggly texture.

This easy lightweight crochet afghan pattern is made up of multi-colored geometric squares using 3 primary colors with 2 complementary colors. The squares are then joined in a modern placement of corner to corner (C2C), diagonal direction for maximum effect.

This Men’s Crochet Ribbed Hat pattern features a classic ribbed design, perfect for providing both warmth and style. Often called a Skater Beanie, this style is popular among men, both young and young at heart.

The Wandering Cables Baby Blanket pattern features large, knit-look Tunisian crochet cables, making it a heavily textured, warm design. It will quickly become a family favorite.

The Raised Diamonds Beanie Crochet Pattern is for a highly textured and warm crochet hat with intricate stitchwork to create a luxurious and comforting stitch pattern. The beanie has almost a double layer, for double the warmth in chilly weather.

Create a stylish Lightweight Crochet Beanie suitable for all seasons with this pattern. The wide variety of stitches will hold your interest, no matter your skill level.

This beautiful crochet lace rectangle shawl pattern, crocheted using lightweight yarn and featuring a unique stitch pattern, is perfectly suited for cool evenings and transitional weather.

Making an extravagant rectangle lace shawl is easy with this crochet pattern, which includes beautiful, large fans throughout in a quick 4-row repeat.

This Tunisian crochet pattern creates a beautifully textured and soft knit look with intricate, wandering cables. You will love this visually appealing beanie for your next gift.

This Heirloom Baby Blanket is a delicately crocheted afghan, perfect for a cherished gift or christening. The intricate shell stitches make it a timeless beauty.

This unique Tunisian Crochet Scarf Pattern is perfect for men and women. Worsted yarn for a warm, squishy scarf that everyone will love.

This Crochet Shell Scarf Pattern gives you an opportunity to learn a new, fancy shell stitch. It takes you to the next level of crochet creativity.

This unique Tunisian Crochet Ripple Baby Blanket is made in a vibrant rainbow of colors with self-striping Mandala yarn. Stretch your skills with easy stitches, letting the yarn do the work.

This beautiful Stacked Shells Beanie crochet pattern is made of shell clusters separated by textured columns.

This wavy lace Mandala Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern is made with a perfectly matched color gradient from Lion Brand. The unique and eye-catching texture will make it an easy favorite for your next baby shower.

Get ready to fall in love with the easy Color Block Baby Blanket pattern. The bold color blocks add a modern twist to the classic filet crochet technique.

This Easy Tweed Crochet Scarf is the perfect pattern for beginners. Practicing crochet has never been more fun.

This Quick Crochet Fingerless Gloves Pattern is crafted with soft and cozy worsted weight yarn. Make them in an hour or less.

This beautiful striped Tunisian Baby Afghan gives the illusion of flowers without making flowers. The yarn magically makes these gorgeous stripes and the blanket is sure to please every new mom.

Using easy crochet stitches, this rectangular crochet shawl pattern features a patchwork of colorful circles resembling an heirloom yo-yo quilt.

This Lattice Brim Hat is designed in pixie hat style. The brim is double-thick to keep the ears toasty warm, without sacrificing whimsical charm.

This Easy Pineapple Rectangle Shawl free crochet pattern is a beautiful and intricate design featuring the timeless pineapple stitch.

This Rectangle Lace Shawl crochet pattern is inspired by the timeless beauty of ancient Egypt. Using taller stitches, the project is quick to stitch, to make a great gift.

This Dragon Scales Baby Blanket is an incredibly textured, award-winning afghan made in a combination of regular crochet and Tunisian crochet. Similar to Crochet Entrelac, this baby afghan is made in a unique, continuous mitered square repeat.

This Crochet Shell Stitch Hat pattern is perfect for Spring or Fall. The shell lace is made with a 2-row repeat that gradually decreases without the bulky, bumpy fabric at the top.

This Two Color Free Crochet Scarf Pattern is perfect for anyone, with its clever geometric styling in a striking “tire treads” look. It only takes three different stitches!

This Easy Crochet Lace Scarf is the perfect first time scarf project for beginners. The 2-row repeat pattern will surprise you in its simplicity.

This Faux Love Knot Scarf will give you a similar look of the popular Lovers Knot or Solomon’s Knot. You’ll love this easier version without the guesswork.

This One Skein Boucle Crochet Scarf is the perfect project for those times when you couldn’t resist buying that gorgeous hank of luxury yarn but you don’t know what to do with it. Yet!

This Crochet 12″ Square pattern is made with easy stitches in a size 4 weight yarn, in the colors of your choice.

Learn how to crochet an easy hat with this free crochet pattern. Just single crochet and chains will give you a warm, lightly textured hat in less than two hours.

This Lightweight Crochet Scarf Pattern is made with only one skein of yarn in 3 hours. Perfect for a last minute gift for your bestie or yourself!

Learn to make this beautiful Tunisian Baby Blanket in an adorable Striped Hearts pattern. Just two Caron Big Cakes is all you will need.

Learn to make Crochet Crossed Trebles with this beautiful free crochet scarf pattern. The 4-row repeat makes cute little motifs that look like twist candy wrappers.

This luxurious Crochet Cable Stitch Shawl features 3 braided cables separated by offset bobbles. Soft and comfortable, perfect for extra warmth and elegance.

This Spring Crochet Hat Pattern is lacy, lightweight and takes only about 1 1/2 hours to make! The Cluster Stitch is perfect for the ombre color changes.

This Free Lacy Crochet Scarf Pattern is the perfect accessory for Spring and Fall, when it’s not absolutely winter cold, and you just need a little something extra.

This Modern Crochet Baby Blanket pattern is designed of beautiful geometric lines with perfectly subtle texture and clever, easy stitches. The blanket is solid and lightly textured with a wonderful drape for a baby’s first snuggle.

This Tunisian Crochet in the Round project is a double-thick, super squishy scarf, perfect for anyone. The two colors form a beautiful mock cable throughout.

This Crochet Triangle Shawl is made in Lion Brand Mandala Yarn in the popular colorway of Warlock. The gemstone colors make a beautiful shawl in an all-over lace repeat.

This Crochet Triangle Shawl free crochet pattern is made in a self-striping cake yarn in a long right triangle for a popular asymmetrical look. Working with a self-striping cake yarn makes beautiful stripes without the need of cutting off and adding each new color.

This Free Crochet Cowl Pattern is made in lightweight DK weight yarn in a 3-round repeat, separated by tiny rounds of secondary colors. Such a quick project that you can make it for everyone!

With this Beginner Crochet Scarf, you can use only two stitches to create this Double Moss stitch copycat knit look. Single crochets and chains are all you’ll need.

This Lacy Rectangle Shawl Pattern is made in beautiful Red Heart Unforgettable Yarn for stunning texture and color. Easily adjusted to make any size.

This 3 Color Crochet Scarf is beautifully textured with a unique look on each side. Pick your 3 favorite colors and learn to make stripes without cutting off each color change.

This Easy Crochet Triangle Shawl lets the yarn do the work when using a gorgeous colorway of size 3 yarn (in a cake) called Stylecraft Batik Swirl. A Top Down Shawl like this allows you the flexibility to make it any size with any weight yarn.

Since the Yarnspirations pattern is incorrect, I’m uploading the original Caron pattern on Ravelry. Note that there is a little bit of errata.

This design is for those of you who requested projects that combine knit and crochet. Kim Guzman was more than happy to create the Stone Creek Scarf in Spa shade Green Sheen. Plus Kim gave us a bonus by including beautiful beads in the crochet motifs! The scarf may also be worn as a wrap in the warmer months.

Designer Kim Guzman has created a stunning pattern that does triple duty as a cowl, a wrap and an infinity scarf. The Kansas City Cowl, knit in NaturallyCaron.com Country, features a gorgeous cabled center panel plus an intriguing drop stitch detail. This stunning one-color project will kick off your 2012 wardrobe in style.

Wrestle a squirmy baby into a pullover and you’ll immediately appreciate the beauty of designer Kim Guzman’s Shui Baby Jacket. Crocheted in 3 soft colors of silky bamboo-blend Spa, this easy-tie kimono style jacket makes dressing baby easy and absolutely adorable.

Cute, sweet, fun to knit and machine-washable, too, the City Kid Toddler Vest stitched in wool-blend roving Stitch. Rock. Love. Sheep(ish) is so versatile and practical. Designer Kim Guzman gives us a charming slip stitch design knit all in one piece.

Let the dancing begin! Kim Guzman h as designed the Salsa Party Skirt in soft and sparkly Simply Soft® Party, a piece that your favorite little girl may never want to take off! Three bright Party colors cascade in a ripple pattern of faux-ruffles. And the adjustable drawstring waist makes for a perfect fit.

SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate

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I was asked to make a poinsettia scarf in these delightful, rich colors which turned out to give the project a Victorian Christmas feeling which I love so much. The addition of the beads in the center of the flowers made it perfect.

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Vests are hot this year, and this Two-Tone Vest, designed by Kim Guzman, is, as they say, smokin’ . Crocheted in two complimentary shades of Simply Soft®, the vest features an openwork back and fabulous shaping for exquisite lines. Flattering every figure, this beautiful design is a standout.

It looks like this pattern didn’t survive the Red Heart/Yarnspirations turnover. I’ve added it as a PDF download here, with permission.

From the website: Get ready for fall with this sweet brimmed cloche from designer Kim Guzman. Kim chose the muted Grey Heather in Simply Soft for her crocheted creation, but this design would look equally lovely in any color—from Autumn Red to Chocolate. The sassy bow adds just the right touch of elegance and sophistication.

Unique and incredibly versatile, the Strasbourg Vest is the brainchild of designer Kim Guzman. Knit in Country Spice House, the basic vest is transformed by a pleated, adjustable collar. Expand the collar and you can wear it off the shoulder for an evening look. Or expand just the back portion to achieve a dramatic look. Simple drawstrings pul...

The Evian Vest, designed by Kim Guzman, is the perfect accent over just about any summer look. Knitted side-to-side with short rows, the Evian is so effortless. The short row shaping is ideal for those of you who are new to short-rowing. It’s so easy and, once you get a few rows down, you won’t have to count stitches or rows for the rest of th...

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From the publisher: While you usually know Kim Guzman for her fabulous crochet designs, Kim has expanded her repertoire to include knits as well. The Kalari baby kimono jacket, knitted in Spa, is a perfect example of Kim’s skills as a designer, now for knits.The kimono jacket design is such a favorite with new moms, we had to include one for s...

From the Designer: This afghan features a deceptively easy stitch pattern, suitable for the beginner. It’s easily and quickly memorized and produces a look that no one will ever guess was achieved with such easy stitches. It also features my all-time favorite color of Simply Soft: rubine red. Absolutely gorgeous color.

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From the website: One of the greatest joys of the holiday season is the opportunity it gives us to show how much we appreciate everyone in our lives—especially our friends. Nothing could be more satisfying than draping this gorgeous Friendship Shawl around the shoulders of a dear friend. Representing the warmth and comfort that friends bring t...

We are delighted that The Vest has made a fashion comeback. Quick to knit, (no sleeves to attach!) and easy to fit (no sleeves to measure!) vests also make great gifts. This week, Kim Guzman brings us the Richmond Vest, a wonderful example of how the vest can add just the right tailored yet handmade touch to your work or weekend wardrobe. Kim ...

Note from the designer: This coat is made using 3 strands of yarn held together, hence the amount of yardage necessary. I sized it in 3 sizes only since anything larger wouldn’t be suggested as the coat would be too heavy to be worn.

Shown in: 9721 Victorian Rose

Designer note: Can be made with or without the sleeves.

Shown in: 0004 Green Sheen (A); 0003 Soft Sunshine (B).

From the publisher: For crocheters who love working with a variety of stitches and textures, this Sampler Wrap is a treasure trove of patterns! It’s beautiful, classy and sure to be a favorite accessory for years to come.

Pattern Notes

Note: This pattern is no longer available on the Caron/Yarnspirations website. I am attaching the PDF here since I have been given permission from Caron to post the PDFs.

Gauge: 1 ripple pattern and 12 pattern rows = 4”

Note from Designer: This pattern is no longer available on the Caron website. I have been given written permission to post the PDFs of my free Caron patterns on Ravelry.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Designer note: This pattern is sized to 3X. The finished measurements below are intended not to fit all the way around the body. The garment is open in front by at least 4-6 inches. The garment is fitted around the bodice and sleeves. If you prefer more ease, you will want to choose a size up than normal.

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GAUGE: In pattern, using J-10 (6 mm) hook, 7 clusters and 5 rows = 4”/10 cm.

SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate

This is no longer available on the new Yarnspirations website. I have been given written permission to provide the pattern as a Ravelry download.

SKILL LEVEL: Easy