Discover Your Crochet Style
Did you know there are multiple crochet styles/aesthetics you can dabble in? Ever wonder which type is close to your own style? Do you want to try a new style?
This is not a comprehensive list of styles, but rather a reference point you can use to decide which styles you find interesting. Check out some of these popular styles.
Crochet Styles To Consider:
Boho
The bohemian style is known for its intricate designs and bright colors. Think “free spirit” clothing!
Minimalist
Think simple but modern designs. No difficult textures or colors but more neutral tones. Functional and an uncluttered feel.
Cottagecore
Also known to be an aesthetic, earthy textures and warm colors make this style attractive. Think of simple living in the country surrounded by woods, doing your own gardening and making your own clothes.
Illusion/Shadow
This style is so cool to me! Patterns and images are only seen at specific angles when viewing the crocheted work. Think of hidden images!
Mini/Micro
The creation of teeny tiny intricate designs. Think crochet with a tiny hook and using thread-like very fine yarn! It can produce some seriously cute designs but there are definitely some unique challenges to this style.
Mosaic
Instead of switching out colors mid row, mosaic crochet uses different colors but one color is used per row. Lots of people will use charts or patterns for mosaic crochet.
Granny Square
A classic and basic type of crochet where you work from the middle growing to the outside of the piece. Sizes of the squares can vary depending on your project. They are often stitched or sewn together to make items such as blankets, bag, sweaters, etc.
Freeform (aka Scrumbling)
Think “abstract” styles where there is no set pattern. Often irregular shapes connected together to make a unique piece.
Motifs
Repeated patterns used and sewn together to make a piece of work. Granny squares can fall under this category. The repetitive nature of this style can be used to make larger pieces of work.
Lace
Delicate and lightweight patterns created with lighter yarns and threads.
Tunisian
Similar to knitting where multiple looks are held on your crochet hook. The hooks used for this type of style are often longer than standard crochet hooks to accommodate for more loops/stitches. This style is a blend of knitting and crocheting.
Tapestry
Similar to mosaic crochet but there can be color changes across the row, and the yarn not being used is carried under your stitches as you are working through the pattern.
Amigurumi
Stuffies and toys!
Filet
A style where the patterns have both solid and open areas. Often used for things like doilies, curtains, table runners etc. It’s often referred to as an imitation of lace.
Corner to corner (c2c)
Crocheting diagonally from one corner to another instead of the typical horizontal rows.
Irish lace
This gorgeous lace has a mesh or netting background that creates intricate designs on the piece. There’s a lot that goes on in these pieces and a lot of it can be considered freeform.
Bead
Beads are incorporated into the fabric during the crochet process.
Doily
Small decorative crocheted mats and cloths that often have intricate patterns.
There’s a lot out there! I’m pretty sure I’ve missed a few but it’s just amazing how incredibly versatile and interesting crochet has become over time.
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Personally I love minimalist designs for my living space. It’s something about the clean lines and simplicity that makes a lot of the pieces timeless. I’ve recently started looking into Tunisian because it looks fascinating to me. I also like the fun aesthetic of amigurumi. So I’m a bit of a blend of styles and I love it! It’s hard to narrow your style down to one sometimes, but it’s also nice that you don’t have to.
What’s your favorite style?
These are really cool crochet pattern on this list. I feel like I am more of a square or lace type of person. I wouldn’t know since I’ve never crocheted before
You should give it a try! Also not many people are just only one type of style. Depending on who or what you like to crochet, you could fluidly move through many styles! (and that’s OK!)
Thank you for this post and for this blog. I know how to crochet but only do basic things. I plan on trying a more extensive project. This will come in very helpful.
Happy to help and glad you are here! If you have any questions feel free to let me know!
I use to crochet for hours! I haven’t picked up a hook in a long time. Love these ideas and I think I would be more of a modern style.
Modern is so timeless, I love it!
I had no idea there were so many styles! Thank you for sharing!
You’re welcome. Crochet has come a long way!