Sarah-Jayne

flay lay image on a marbled backdrop showing three crochet friendship bracelets in pink, orange and pale blue, yarn pegs, embroidery thread, scissors, crochet hook and tape measure.
Tips & Techniques

Crochet Friendship Bracelet: Teach Your Child How To Crochet

Teach your child how to crochet with these fun, free crochet friendship bracelets. Crochet is a wonderful skill that’s creative, calming, and rewarding for all ages—and yes, that includes children! If you’re looking for a way to introduce your child to the world of crochet, starting with something small, fun, and colourful is key. That’s […]

crochet flat circle
Stitch Library

Learn How to Crochet a Flat Circle

Learn how to crochet a flat circle following my step-by-step pattern and video tutorial. Flat circles are suitable for beginners and are quick and easy to make. They are also really versatile and can be used for many projects including: coasters, placemats the base of a nesting basket/storage pot and even reusable eco-friendly face scrubbies.

crochet cover-up
Wearable

How to Crochet a Cover Up in 9 Sizes: Free Pattern

Learn how to crochet a cover-up in 9 sizes with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial. Introducing the Sharma cover-up, a beginner-friendly crochet pattern. As the sun starts to shine a little brighter and the days stretch out longer, it’s the perfect time to add a handmade touch to your summer wardrobe. Whether you’re

Quick & Easy Projects

Learn How to Crochet a Butterfly: Quick & Easy Makes

Learn how to crochet a butterfly, this quick and easy make is a beginner-friendly pattern and video tutorial that guides you step-by-step. Whether you’re decorating a gift, embellishing a baby blanket, or just looking for a relaxing make, this quick and easy butterfly will have you smiling in no time. In this blog, you’ll find

Blanket

Learn How to Crochet the Four Seasons Blanket

Crochet the Four Seasons with this beautiful explorative pattern. The Four Seasons blanket was co-designed by Sarah-Jayne and Nicola for the founding members of The Crochet Community in 2023. In 2024 we launched this blanket as a crochet along for the wonderful Bella Coco Crochet audience and now it is available as an ad-free PDF

Blanket, Guest Designers

How to Crochet Hexagon Bee Blanket: FREE Pattern

Learn how to crochet a hexagon bee blanket with this free crochet pattern by guest designer Emma of Stitched Up By Emma. You may recognise Emma from previous blog posts with her generous amounts of beautiful free patterns, like the linked hearts blanket. Well, she’s returned to the blog with another stunning design for you

Close-up of crochet larksfoot stitch pattern in alternating rows of sage green and cream yarn. The stitch design features vertical elongated loops resembling bird footprints, creating a textured, repeating geometric pattern.
Stitch Library

Learn How to Crochet the Larksfoot Stitch: Free Pattern

Learn how to crochet the Larksfoot stitch with my free step-by-step pattern. With its striking, elongated detail, this stitch creates a beautiful pattern that looks far more complicated than it actually is, making it perfect for both confident beginners and seasoned crocheters alike. Materials & Tools About The Stitch Larksfoot stitch uses treble crochet (US

Close-up of a beige crochet swatch using the V-stitch, showing a lacy and open texture with a repeating V-shaped pattern.
Stitch Library

Learn How to Crochet the V-Stitch: FREE Pattern

Learn how to crochet the v-stitch with my free step-by-step pattern. This is a fun, beginner-friendly crochet stitch. Working two treble crochets (US double crochets) in the same stitch to create a lovely row of V shapes, creating a light, lacey stitch. In this blog, I’ll walk you through how to crochet the V-stitch step-by-step—so

Wearable

Beginner Friendly Crochet Bucket Hat: FREE Pattern

Learn how to crochet this beginner-friendly bucket hat with my free step-by-step pattern. The Savannah Bucket Hat has been made using 100% cotton making it really comfortable to wear, it will also keep your head cool during the warmer months. The great thing about this yarn is that the colour pooling speaks for itself and

easy beginner friendly crochet top pattern
Wearable

How to Crochet a Top: FREE Beginner-Friendly Pattern

Learn how to crochet this beginner-friendly top with my FREE step-by-step pattern and video tutorial. The Florrie Tee was inspired and designed during a trip to Florida with 4 other amazing crochet designers! This versatile design can be worn all year round over a vest, swimwear, layered over t-shirts, long-sleeved tops or jumpers. Materials &

Wearable

FREE Crochet Pattern – Sundown Market Bag

Create your own market bag with this free Sundown Market Bag crochet pattern, the perfect addition to your wardrobe. Although this is an intermediate pattern, the bag comprises of basic crochet stitches, so it’s suitable for all skills levels, even advanced beginners who are looking to improve on their shaping skills. Assisting video tutorials are