Crochet Patterns – Change Path Crochet https://www.changepathcrochet.com Crochet patterns Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:43:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.changepathcrochet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Etsy-page-new-logo-500-×-500-px-100x100.png Crochet Patterns – Change Path Crochet https://www.changepathcrochet.com 32 32 205526311 Spring Crochet Patterns: Lightweight Wearables for Warmer Weather https://www.changepathcrochet.com/spring-crochet-patterns-lightweight-wearables-for-warmer-weather/ https://www.changepathcrochet.com/spring-crochet-patterns-lightweight-wearables-for-warmer-weather/#respond Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:26:54 +0000 https://www.changepathcrochet.com/?p=3883 Looking for the best spring crochet wearable patterns? Spring is the perfect time to make lightweight crochet projects that are comfortable, breathable, and easy to layer. In this roundup, you’ll find crochet patterns for spring wear, including airy tops, lightweight cardigans, shawls, and accessories that are ideal for mild temperatures. Whether you’re planning your next project or refreshing your handmade wardrobe, these spring crochet wearables offer stylish options for the changing season.

Lacy Cardigans

Lacy crochet cardigans are perfect for spring layering, adding just enough warmth without feeling bulky. These lightweight crochet cardigans feature open stitches and breathable textures that make them ideal for mild weather. Whether you prefer a relaxed everyday layer or a delicate statement piece, these spring crochet cardigan patterns are versatile additions to any handmade wardrobe.

Short-Sleeve Tops

Short-sleeve crochet tops are a staple for warm spring days and easy seasonal transitions. These crochet top patterns are designed with comfort and breathability in mind, making them perfect for everyday wear. From simple designs to more detailed stitch patterns, these spring crochet tops are great projects for creating stylish handmade outfits.

Lightweight Shawls and Scarves

Lightweight crochet shawls and scarves are some of the most versatile accessories for spring. Perfect for cool mornings and breezy evenings, these lightweight crochet wrap patterns provide gentle warmth without feeling heavy. Whether worn as a wrap, scarf, or layering piece, these spring crochet items add both comfort and style to any outfit.

These spring crochet wearable patterns are perfect for creating lightweight pieces you’ll reach for again and again. Spring is an ideal time to experiment with new stitches and fibers while making something you can wear right away. Save your favorites for later, and come back whenever you need inspiration for your next spring crochet project.

]]> https://www.changepathcrochet.com/spring-crochet-patterns-lightweight-wearables-for-warmer-weather/feed/ 0 3883 How to Crochet a 5-Point Star Granny Square https://www.changepathcrochet.com/how-to-crochet-a-5-point-star-granny-square/ https://www.changepathcrochet.com/how-to-crochet-a-5-point-star-granny-square/#respond Fri, 20 Oct 2023 12:19:45 +0000 https://www.changepathcrochet.com/?p=979 Last year, I wrote a pattern for a Christmas Tree Afghan that was made with different types of granny squares. One of the granny squares is the 5-point star that sits on top of the decorated tree.

Fitting a 5-point star into a 4-sided granny square was quite the tricky feat! The instructions for a couple of the rows are very detailed and can be a little tough to follow on paper. So, I made this video to show the step-by-step instructions for creating this unique square.

The written instructions are included in the Christmas Tree Afghan pattern, which is available in my pattern shops on Ravelry, Etsy, and this website.

Watch this video to learn how to crochet a 5-point star granny square:

Put this stitch into practice with these patterns:

]]> https://www.changepathcrochet.com/how-to-crochet-a-5-point-star-granny-square/feed/ 0 979 How to Create Perfect Chevrons with Single Crochet https://www.changepathcrochet.com/how-to-create-perfect-chevrons-with-single-crochet/ https://www.changepathcrochet.com/how-to-create-perfect-chevrons-with-single-crochet/#comments Wed, 30 Nov 2022 16:25:22 +0000 https://www.changepathcrochet.com/?p=524 One common shape to make with crochet is the chevron. There’s something fun about the zigzag pattern it creates! However, it can be challenging to figure out how to make all the chevrons the same and keep them straight and even.

Like most things with crochet, it’s all about the math.

Chevrons are made by increasing stitches to form peaks, and decreasing stitches to form valleys. As long as you increase and decrease by the same number of stitches, and always keep the same number of stitches between the peaks and valleys, your chevrons will stay nice and straight.

To do this, crochet three stitches in the center to the peak — this increases the stitch count by +2 (1 on either side of the peak). To offset the increase, skip 2 stitches in the middle of the valley (one for each peak next to the valley).

In this video, I’ll show you how to do the increases and decreases and explain why it works. I’ll also show you how to calculate the starting chain for the project you want to make with the Chevron Stitch. I’ll remove the guess work so you can get it right every time!

Watch this video to learn how to create perfect chevrons with the single crochet stitch:

Have questions? Feel free to ask in the comments below.

]]> https://www.changepathcrochet.com/how-to-create-perfect-chevrons-with-single-crochet/feed/ 2 524 The Secret to Making a Flat Circle with Single Crochet https://www.changepathcrochet.com/the-secret-to-making-a-flat-circle-with-single-crochet/ https://www.changepathcrochet.com/the-secret-to-making-a-flat-circle-with-single-crochet/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2022 18:05:54 +0000 https://www.changepathcrochet.com/?p=495 Did you know you can single crochet in a circle, just by increasing six stitches per row? Like a lot of crochet, it’s all about geometry.

The geometry of circles is such that the circumference (the outer edge) of the circle is 2 x Pi x the radius (the distance from the center to the outer edge). Since Pi is 3.14, then the outer edge of the circle is 6.28 x the radius. That means that for each amount the radius increases, the outer edge increases by 6.28 times that amount. Since a single crochet stitch has approximately the same height and width, then increasing the radius by 1 sc means increasing the circumference by ~6 sc. So even if you make a really large circle with hundreds of stitches per row, you still only need to increase by 6 stitches to maintain the flat circle. Math is cool!

So how do you actually crochet the circle? First, start with either ch-2 or a magic circle, and do 6 single crochet (sc) stitches in the center. Instead of joining to the first stitch, just continue around, crocheting 2 sc in the first sc and in every stitch around. In the 3rd row, you repeat (1 sc, 2 sc) 6 times around. In the 4th row, you repeat (1 sc, 1 sc, 2 sc) 6 times around.

You can continue with this pattern, adding one more stitch between increases in each row, but you will get a hexagon instead of a circle. Your increases will always be in the same spot, which creates corners. To avoid this, stagger your increases, so in each row the increase comes in the middle of the increases from the previous row. (If you’re making a really large circle, you may want to stagger increases even more to avoid making a dodecagon – a 12-sided polygon.) Once you get past Row 5, start to stagger the increases in the rows with even numbers of stitches between increases. Start and end those rows with half the number of sc’s between increases.

Pattern:

Abbreviations: Sc = single crochet; St = stitch; Inc = increase, or 2 sc in the same stitch.

Rnd 1:  6 sc in magic circle. (6 st)
Rnd 2:  Inc x 6. (12 st)
Rnd 3:  * sc in next st, inc * x 6. (18)
Rnd 4:  * sc in next 2 st, inc * x 6. (24)
Rnd 5:  * sc in next 3 st, inc * x 6. (30)
Rnd 6:  Sc in the next 2 st. Inc. * Sc in next 4 st, inc * x 5. Sc in the next 2 st. (36)
Rnd 7:  * sc in next 5 st, inc * x 6. (42)
Rnd 8:  Sc in the next 3 st. Inc. * Sc in next 6 st, inc * x 5. Sc in the next 3 st. (48)

Continue in this manner, with the odd rows having the standard increase pattern, and the even rows having the staggered pattern.

I explain all this, and nerd out a little bit about the math of making circles, in this video. You’ll also get a demo of making a magic circle (or magic ring) to close your starting gap.

Watch this video to learn how to make a perfect flat circle with single crochet:

Note: The 6-to-1 ratio may not work for everyone.

If your circle is curling up, you need more stitches, but probably not too many. Remember, it only takes 6 increase stitches per row to make a circle.You may only need to add 1 extra increase stitch every few rows to keep it from curling. Stagger the extra increase around the circle so it doesn’t create a bump.

If your circle is getting wavy, you need fewer stitches. Try skipping one of the increases every few rows to see if it will lay flat. Remember to alternate where you skip the increase so your circle doesn’t get lopsided.

Any other questions or issues with crocheting a circle? Please ask in the comments below.

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