Use up small scraps to crochet this caterpillar chapstick holder. It makes for cute little gifts for kids & adults alike. Add a keychain and keep you lip balm handy when you’re out & about. Caterpillar is part of the Love Bug Trio.
Step into something adorable with these Ladybug Slippers Crochet Pattern! Designed to look like cheerful little ladybugs, these cozy slippers are perfect for anyone who loves fun, whimsical handmade footwear.
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Head Over Heels Blog Hop is back for its second year—helping you share love and affection the handmade way.
Alongside some of my favorite crochet designers, Madam Stitch has gathered a beautiful collection of love-inspired crochet patterns just for you. Inside, you’ll find stylish, approachable headwear and cozy footwear designs—each one stitched with just a little extra heart.
In this year’s Head Over Heels Blog Hop, you’ll discover crochet hats, headbands, ear warmers, slippers, and socks—all designed to keep you warm, comfortable, and feeling loved.
You might find something that:
Covers your head with warmth and style
Keeps your toes perfectly toasty while you lounge at home
Makes you the envy of friends and family
Whatever catches your eye, this love-filled crochet pattern collection is the perfect opportunity to thoughtfully grow your pattern library—and maybe even get a head start on this year’s holiday gift list.
Happy stitching! 💕🧶
Puppy Love Slippers Crochet Pattern
Materials:
Worsted weight yarn:
245 [260] yards MC
90 yards pink (or desired color for face)
25 yards red (or desired color for snout and ears)
3 yards white
3 yards black
Crochet hook size H (5.00 mm)
Yarn needle
Foam interface
Gauge: 8 sc = 2”, 8 rows = 2”
Ladies’ size 6/7 (10” long) instructions are given with size 8/9 (11” long) in [ ].
Directions:
SOLE (Make 2 per slipper):
Row 1: With MC yarn, ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each of the rem chs (5 sc).
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, inc in first st, sc across, inc in last st (7 sc).
Rows 3-4: Repeat Row 2 (11 sc).
Rows 5-20: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Row 21: Ch 1, turn, inc in first st, sc across (12 sc).
Row 22: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Row 23: Repeat Row 21 (13 sc).
Row 24: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Row 25: Repeat Row 2 (15 sc).
Rows 26-30 [26-32]: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Rows 31-38 [33-40]: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc across (7 sc at end of Row 38 [40]).
Row 39 [41]: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st, working down side sc in each row end, working across bottom, sc in each loop of beg ch, working up other side sc in each row end. Join with sl st in first sc. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing.
Repeat Rows 1-39 [41] but do not fasten off.
Row 40 [42]: Ch 1, in back loops only, sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing.
Measure sole on foam interface and cut interface slightly inside the marked line. (I cut 2 pieces for each sole and glued together to make thicker sole.) Quilt batting could also be used.
Sew 2 sole pieces together with foam interface in the middle. Both soles are for the same foot, so flip one piece upside down.
TOE:
Row 1: With MC, ch 25, sc in 2nd ch from hook and remaining sc (24 sc).
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Row 3: (Size 8/9 only). Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Rows 3-4 [4-5]: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (22 sc).
Rows 5-6 [6-7]: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Rows 7-8 [8-9]: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (20 sc).
Rows 9-10 [10-11]: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Rows 11-12 [12-13]: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (18 sc).
Rows 13-14 [14-15]: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Rows 15-18 [16-19]: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (14 sc).
Attach same color yarn to Row 1 and use unused lps of foundation ch. Ch 1, sc in each lp across (24 sc). Fasten off yarn.
Sew toe to front portion of slippers.
FACE:
Rnd 1: With desired color for face, ch 18, 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 7 ch, 3 sc in next ch, sc in next 7 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of foundation ch, sc in next 6 ch, sk next ch, sc in next ch, sk next ch, sc in next 6 ch, 2 sc in last ch (36 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first 2 sts, sc in next 8 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 8 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc in next 5 sts, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in last st (42 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, *sc in next st, 2 sc in next st* twice, sc in next 9 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 9 sts, * to * 3 times, sc in next 4 sts, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next 4 sts, * to * once (48 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 4: Ch 1, *sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st* twice, sc in next 10 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 10 sts, * to * 3 times, sc in next 3 sts, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next 3 sts, * to * once (54 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 5: Ch 1, *sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st* twice, sc in next 11 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 11 sts, * to * 3 times, sc in next 2 sts, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next 2 sts, * to * once (60 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 6: Ch 1, *sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st* twice, sc in next 12 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 12 sts, * to * 3 times, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next st, * to * once (66 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 7: Ch 1, *sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st* twice, sc in next 13 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 13 sts, * to * 3 times, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, * to * once (72 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off yarn leaving 12” length for sewing.
SNOUT:
Rnd 1: With desired color for snout, ch 10, 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 3 ch, 3 sc in next ch, sc in next 3 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of foundation ch, sc in next 2 ch, sk next ch, sc in next ch, sk next ch, sc in next 2 ch, sc in last ch (20 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first 2 sts, sc in next 4 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next st, 2 sc in last st (26 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, *sc in next st, 2 sc in next st* twice, sc in next 5 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 5 sts, * to * 3 times, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, * to * once (32 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off yarn leaving 12” length for sewing.
EARS: (Make 2 per slipper)
Rnd 1: With desired color for ears, ch 8, 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in next ch (2nd sc is center), sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of starting ch, sc in next ch, sk 1 ch, sc in next ch (center), sk 1 ch, sc in next ch, sc in last ch (same lp as first ch with 2 sc). Join with sl st. (16 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in next 2 sts, sc in next 3 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, 2 sc in next st. (22 sc) Fasten off yarn leaving 9” length for sewing.
NOSE:
Rnd 1: With black yarn, ch 6, 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, 3 sc in next ch (2nd sc is center), sc in next ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of starting ch, sk 1 ch, sc in next ch (center), sk 1 ch, sc in last ch (same lp as first ch with 2 sc). Join with sl st. (12 sc). Fasten off black leaving 9” length for sewing.
EYES: (Make 2 per slipper)
With white yarn, ch 2 (or magic ring), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st. Fasten off yarn leaving 6” length for sewing.
Use black yarn to make French knot in center of each eye.
ASSEMBLY:
Sew red heart (snout) upside down centered on the pink heart (face) right side up with bottom tip at top of Rnd 3 and bottom to lower Rnd 3. Sew black heart (nose) right side up centered on top of red heart (snout). Sew eyes above muzzle. Sew ears upside down to top of head approximately 6 sts from center.
Pin puppy face to top of slipper with point of heart at top center of toe and sew in place.
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Spread the Love with These Free Valentine’s Day Crochet Patterns
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show your love than with a handmade crochet gift? Whether you’re crafting for a partner, friend, or even yourself, these free crochet patterns are perfect for adding a touch of warmth and love to the season.
Download the free calendar with links to each day.
Febuary 1-13 – Valentine’s Day Advent Crochet Patterns
For 13 days, free crochet patterns from a dozen designers (on the blogs) for your Valentine’s Day gifting along with free downloads of coloring pages, games, and more fun!
The Cancer Cozy Comforts Blog Hop hosted by Crochet Designer Community will feature a different pattern each day during February. These patterns are designed to bring comfort to cancer patients who are undergoing treatment.
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Today is the last day of the Cancer Cozy Comforts blog hop, and we’re revisiting all the lovely designs. Each featured pattern will be on sale once again for one day only. Get your coupon code at Crochet Designer Community on Facebook.
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Create a heartwarming and whimsical afghan with this Kitten in a Teacup Crochet Pattern! Featuring an adorable kitten nestled inside a dainty teacup, this afghan is perfect for cat lovers or anyone looking to add a charming, playful touch to their décor.
This crochet pattern provides step-by-step instructions to guide you through creating this delightful corner-to-corner design, making it suitable for both intermediate and advanced crocheters. The materials list includes yardage for blanket yarn and worsted weight yarn. The pattern includes a chart and line-by-line instructions for a plain background or the teacup on a table.
To get your copy of this adorable pattern at 50% off, please find the coupon code at:
Imagine a collection of crochet headwear and footwear designs that have you head over heels in love. That’s what you find in this roundup of top designs. Each pattern is free for 24 hours only. Click on the roundup post button to get the coupon codes.
Day 12 – February 21
Today’s free patterns are Silly Chevron Tube Socks from Cosy Rosie UK
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It’s the last day of the Valentine’s Advent Calendar, and there are some great ideas for some Valentine crafting. I hope you’ve enjoyed these designs as much as the designers enjoy creating them. To look back on any days you may have missed, scroll to the bottom of this post to the ICYMI section.
Try out this valentine garland crochet pattern from Pocket Yarnlings, perfect for using as decoration, or even as a headband or necklace. They whip up really fast in about 20 minutes and can be really cute presents to your loved ones!
This Skinny infinity scarf from SaiASmi – Dreamz in Yarn – A mix of textures on a lattice of basic stitches, to resemble a garden trellis. This infinity is a one skein project, quick and fun to make!
This scarf is worked in rows and joined to the beginning row as we work the last row, to seam the ends together.
Using double crochet and Cross HDC bobble stitches, as sampler segments, this scarf is very customisable and fun to make!
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