10 Free Checkered Crochet Patterns
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This is a compilation of 10 free checkered crochet patterns. This popular checkered pattern has made its way onto hats, rugs, blankets, and more.
Lately, I’ve noticed that checkered crochet patterns are quite popular! And people are getting really creative with them too. I’ve seen lots of checkered crochet blankets, hats, bath mats and even pumpkins. There is something vintage, yet modern about the classic checkered pattern.
I love it when something considered ‘old-fashioned’ comes back as a modern trend. And you’re not limited to a certain color scheme either. Choose your favorite modern (or vintage) colors and crochet your favorite pattern using the checkerboard design.
I’ve put together a list of 10 of my favorite modern checkered crochet patterns for you to enjoy. If you want to ease your way into changing color in crochet, then the checkerboard pattern is probably one of the simplest ways. Scroll down to see all 10 of these fun checkered crochet patterns.
10 Free Checkered Crochet Patterns
With this variety of crochet checkered patterns, you’re sure to find one that’s perfect for you.
Maybe you are looking for something easy – a simple bath mat to use in your bathroom?
Or maybe you are looking for a new accessory like a hat or a bag.
With this amazing collection of checkered crochet patterns, you will surely find one to suit your fancy.
Supplies You Will Need
- Yarn, here are my favorites:
- Your Favorite Hook
- Tapestry Needle
- Stitch Marker
- Scissors
C2C Crochet Checkerboard Game Pattern
Are you going on a road trip? Or maybe you’re just looking for a soft and quiet game for your children to play with. This wonderful C2C checkerboard game is perfect for these situations.
This checkered crochet pattern is made using the corner-to-corner technique. You will crochet the checkerboard as well as the game pieces. The checkerboard easily cinches into a handy pouch to keep all the playing pieces in one place.
The free C2C CROCHET CHECKERBOARD GAME PATTERN is available on my blog.
Checkered Crochet Bucket Hat
Bucket hats seem to make an appearance every spring and summer. Honestly, I love that they never seem to go out of style. They are so easy and versatile. And this checkered crochet bucket hat is no exception.
This easy hat pattern is made using Dishie yarn from WeCrochet and comes in one adult size.
You can find this free checkered crochet pattern ON THIS BLOG.
Checkered Crochet Shoulder Bag
Are you looking for a new summer shoulder bag? Look no further than this modern checkered crochet shoulder bag pattern. This bag is perfect for taking to class or to work. Pick out your favorite colors and make yourself a new bag today.
This bag is made in just one easy piece. You will work in the round for the body of the bag. Then for the straps, you’ll continue seamlessly in the round.
Go to the free pattern HERE.
Checkered Crochet Area Rug
I love area rugs. They come in handy for many reasons. Whether I need them to serve a purpose, to be decorative, or to cover up a stain on my floor, one can never have enough of them in my opinion.
This simple checkered crochet area rug uses just basic stitches and is finished off with a fun fringe border.
Click HERE for the free pattern.
Easy Checkered Crochet Bag
This simple and stylish checkered crochet bag is a wonderful everyday accessory! This crochet bag pattern uses a Japanese knot for a closure allowing it to sit comfortably on your shoulder or arm.
Surprisingly, because this is worked in rows, this checkered crochet bag pattern is suitable for intermediate to advanced beginners. This is a great pattern for introducing the challenges or colorwork in crochet.
CLICK HERE for the free crochet pattern.
Crochet Checker Beanie
This checkered crochet hat works up quickly and is a great stash buster. You’ll crochet this hat flat and then sew it up at the end. No increasing or decreasing stitches – yay!
Although this hat is written for an average adult, instructions are given to size up or down if need be.
You can find the free crochet pattern HERE.
Checker Foot Stool
How fun is this checkered crochet footstool?? What an awesome idea! Not only will you have a modern footstool to display in your home, but you can also actually play checkers on this!
This fun footstool features a handy pocket that folds down which stores all of your playing pieces. This would make a great addition to a child’s playroom, a classroom, or a library community room.
CLICK HERE for the free crochet pattern.
Checker Crochet Baby Blanket
Are you on the hunt for a new baby blanket pattern? Why not try out this lightly textured checkered crochet baby blanket? The soft texture and the light colors of the checkers make this a lovely gift for a new mother.
Even though this pattern has three colors total, you will only be working with two at a time on each row. So you won’t be juggling multiple skeins of yarn at once.
Check out the free pattern ON THIS WEBSITE.
Checkered Pumpkin
You really can put checkers on anything, can’t you? Yep, it turns out that you can even have checkered crochet pumpkins too! I love the addition of the checkered pattern here. It truly gives this pumpkin a fresh look for fall.
Since this pattern uses bulky yarn, this little pumpkin will work up quickly. So if you’ve got a yarn stash to work through, this would be a great pattern for that.
FOLLOW THIS LINK for the free pattern.
Checkered Bath Mat
This checkered crochet bath mat is the perfect way to brighten up your bathroom! I love how bright and cheerful these squares are. Pick the colors that match your bathroom and make this pretty little bath mat to add to your bathroom set.
You will use Cotton Fair bulky yarn from Premier Yarns to crochet this bath mat.
You can get this free crochet pattern BY CLICKING HERE.
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