2024 Pet Appreciation Blog Hop

2024 Pet Appreciation Blog Hop

The 2024 Pet Appreciation Blog Hop has ended, but you can still find the crochet patterns that were a part of it below.  You will find Free and Paid crochet patterns that are designed just for your fur-babies.

This year’s and last year’s Pet Appreciation Blog Hop had such a great response that I decided to make this an annual event!  There will be more pet patterns to come in 2025’s Pet Appreciation Blog Hop!

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May 5-11, 2024 is International Pet Appreciation Week.  Our pets bring us so much love and companionship all year round.  I know my cat Maze and my son’s dog Freyja mean the world to me.

Below you will find 21 crochet patterns you can make to show you appreciate your pets and to return the love to your pets!

 

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Your Buddy’s Bed from Jo’s Crafty Hook

Does your cat or dog take up the whole bed? You can make Your Buddy’s Pet Bed for Cats & Dogs and get a better night’s sleep.
This was such a labor of love for me.  My son has 4 cats & 1 dog and I appreciate them so much because they bring such joy to my son.

Willow Granny Square Dog Coat from Craftopia Collective

A beginner friendly flower granny square dog coat! With just a few beginner stitches (taught in the included video tutorial), you can make your dog a cozy coat!

Kitty with a Cat Hat from Start Crochet

Use up your scraps to crochet this cute Kitty With A Cat Hat. Turn it into a keychain or use as a fidget toy. Purrr-fect for cat lovers 🙂

Squid Cat Toy from Jo’s Crafty Hook

Have loads of fun seeing your cat jump, roll around on the floor, run, and have loads of fun when they play with the Squid Cat Toy.

Mushroom Cat Hat from My Crafty Pursuits

Do you love mushrooms? does your cat need a new hat? well this is the thing for you! mushroom cat hat is the perfect spring time hat for your tolerant kitty to wear about.

Crinkle Crayon from Straight Hooked

Use up some colorful scrap yarn and recycle an empty water bottle to make this fun toy that will keep your dog entertained for hours!

I Woof You Coaster from SaiASmi – Dreamz in Yarn

A small way to say ‘I Woof You’ by adding this Paw love to place with your comforting cuppa of the day!

 

 Timmy the Turtle from Cuddly Stitches Craft

I would like to introduce you to Timmy the Turtle, who is so much fun to make! If you love sea animals and would like to make a cute loving companion for your family or friends, then you must try this free crochet turtle pattern. This super sweet and cuddly Amigurumi turtle is guaranteed to put a smile on your loved ones’ face.

Flower Pet Collar from Jo’s Crafty Hook

The Flower Pet Collar is quick and easy design that makes you ooh & ahh your furry friend and makes them even more adorable. You can even make a matching one for yourself.

Cuddling Cats from Pocket Yarnlings

Celebrate your love of cats with this pair of cuddling cats, quick to whip up with simple shaping and minimal sewing!

Cat’s Cravate from VivaCrochet

A fun little neck kerchief to make your pet more dashing than he/she already is , if that is even possible:)

Chunky Lattice Dog Sweater from OwensVillaChick Designs

The Chunky Lattice Dog Sweater is a worked in the round from the neck to tail and is perfect for those chilly days. It features the linked tunisian simple stitch, crossed double crochet stitch and half double crochet cluster stitch. It is a quick crochet project and makes a great gift for your furr-babies!

Paw Prints Pillow from Sweet Potato 3

Crochet your love of your pet within this pillow cover. Made as one piece and created with color changes make this a fun project.

Wonderstruck Dog Cardi from Craftopia Collective

The Wonderstuck Dog Cardigan is a cute and cozy cardigan for your pup to wear when it’s cold out. Constructed with easy-to-crochet panels and minimal seaming, this dog cardigan is the perfect project for your dog.

 

Crochet Dog Bone Pattern from Dreamee Crochet

Are you looking for an adorable and easy-to-follow crochet pattern that will have your furry friends wagging their tails in excitement? Then you must try this free crochet dog bone pattern! This quick and no-sew Amigurumi bone pattern will help you make a special gift for your beloved pets and will keep them entertained for hours. And you can easily customise it with a squeaker or a rattle to make it even more entertaining. Isn’t that paw-some?! 🙂

Basketweave Cat Blanket from Underground Crafter

This textured crochet cat blanket is perfect for covering your kitty’s favorite nap spot, or for donating to an animal shelter. Includes a video tutorial for the basketweave stitch.

Crochet Pet Mat Pattern from First The Coffee Crochet

Make a comfy pet mat for your furry friend that is easy to wash and makes a great cover to use over furniture or in carriers for travel.

Spiral in Square Pet Collar from SaiASmi – Dreamz in Yarn

A fun Collar with a Retro Square Spiral motif repeat to add the zing of color and pattern with a lace up edging option.

Purrfectly Plush Cat Nip Ball from Dancing Sister Design

Make your cat this fuzzy cat nip ball toy. This pattern uses the loop stitch and I show you exactly how to easily complete that.

Easy Cat Comfort Mat from Carroway Crochet

Make this super soft and cozy cat mat with Bernat Blanket yarn. Perfect for your cat to curl up on in its favourite sunny spot.

Tuxie Keyhole Scarf from Jo’s Crafty Hook

Do you like to accessorize your pets? The Tuxie Keyhole Scarf is the perfect accessory for your Small to Large pet. You can even make a matching one for yourself!

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Thank You!

Thank you all so much for supporting these fantastic designers.  They shared their heartfelt and stories behind the designs for why they designed their crochet patterns that they added in the Pet Appreciation Blog Hop!

Let the crochet designers know how much you appreciated their stories and designs as we all celebrated our love and appreciation for our pets.  You will find the links for each designer listed above their patterns.

Find more of my Premium Crochet Patterns for Pets and more!

 

 

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Valentine’s Day Crochet Pattern Roundup

Valentines Day Crochet Pattern Roundup

 

Welcome to the Valentine’s Day Crochet Pattern Roundup!

Below you will find AWE-some crochet patterns from a number of AWE-some crochet designers!

As of 2/2/24 you will even find additions to the Valentine’s Day Crochet Pattern Roundup!

Below you will find AWE-some crochet patterns that are perfect for those you love!

You will find FREE and PAID crochet patterns that are perfect makes for Valentine’s Day or any time of the year.

Pamper your loved ones and even your loved pets!

While you are there be sure to sign up for my Newsletter where you will receive news about New Crochet Pattern Releases, Roundups, Collaborations, and MORE!  For signing up you will also get a FREE crochet pattern!

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You will find some beautiful yarn at LoveCrafts that would be perfect for any of the crochet patterns listed below.

 

 

Wrapped in Love eBook – Jo’s Crafty Hook

Valentines Gonk Gnome Wreath from Selina Page

Valentine’s Day Bat Amigurumi Crochet Pattern – My Fingers Fly

Simply Love Mosaic Cushion Crochet Pattern – Elimee Designs

Bee Lip Balm Holder Crochet Pattern – Start Crochet

Raging Romantics Rectangle Crochet Pattern – Handmade by Ana Luisa

Rainbow Sweetheart eBook Crochet Patterns – Flo’s Crafty Crochet

Rosebud Coasters Crochet Pattern – Crafty Patti

 

Heart Coaster Crochet Pattern – Caitlin Myers

Hearts Bookmark Crochet Pattern – Regina P Designs

 

Paula’s Puppy Paw Print Scarf Crochet Pattern – Lavender Cup Cottage

 

Heart to Heart Collar – SaiASmi – Dreamz in Yarn 


You will find some beautiful yarn at LoveCrafts that would be perfect for any of the crochet patterns listed below.

 

Wrapped in Love Beanie & Cowl Set – Jo’s Crafty Hook

Lion Heart Pillow Crochet Pattern – My Fingers Fly

The Aphrodite C2C Blanket Crochet Pattern – Elimee Designs
Caterpillar Lip Balm Holder Keychain Crochet Pattern – Start Crochet

Rainbow Sweetheart Cushion Crochet Pattern – Flo’s Crafty Crochet

 

Hearty Bowl Doily – SaiASmi-Dreamz in Yarn

Wrapped in Love Boot Cuffs – Jo’s Crafty Hook

 

The Aphrodite Cushion Cover Crochet Pattern – Elimee Designs

Ladybug Lip Balm Holder Keychain Crochet Pattern – Start Crochet

Rainbow Sweetheart Beanie Crochet Pattern – Flo’s Crafty Crochet

 

Wrapped in Love Headband – Jo’s Crafty Hook

 

Sweetheart Cup Cozy Crochet Pattern – Flo’s Crafty Crochet


Bookmark – SaiASmi-Dreamz in Yarn

 

Granny Heart Coaster & Dishcloth Crochet Pattern – Marsha Yarndoodles

 

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Custom Orders Welcome

If you would like me to crochet any of my designs for you or others, I do take Custom Orders.  Visit my Ravelry Store or LoveCrafts or my Etsy Shop and get your Handmade Crocheted Creations in your style, size, and color!  You can email me with your order or any other questions at j.o@joscraftyhook.com.

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Mae’s Flowers Crochet Patterns Roundup

Mae’s Flowers Crochet Pattern Roundup

The Mae’s Flowers Crochet Pattern Roundup contains Free and Paid crochet patterns from some fabulous crochet designers and their flower related crochet patterns.

My Mae’s Flowers Blog Hop was such a success that I have gathered some more great flower related crochet patterns in this Mae’s Flowers Roundup.

Click on the link above the pictures to find the Crochet Pattern.

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While you are there be sure to sign up for my Newsletter by clicking on the Subscribe Button in the top right hand corner.  You will receive news about my New Crochet Pattern Releases, Collaborations, and MORE!  For signing up you will also get a FREE crochet pattern!

 

Flower Crochet Patterns – Free & Paid

 

Mae’s Flower Free Crochet Pattern
from Jo’s Crafty Hook

 

 My Gram designed this flower over 30 years ago.  I took the flower apart to see how she made it and that’s how the Mae’s Flower crochet pattern began.  This flower can be added to scarves, purses, and can even be make into an Afghan!

 

Mae’s Flower Garden Afghan
from Jo’s Crafty Hook

The Mae’s Flower was designed by my Gram, Mae, and it was used the first time used in the Mae’s Flower Garden Afghan.   You will find 4 crochet patterns of the Mae’s Flower in this roundup.

 

 

Easy Crochet Sunflower Coasters with Basket
from Easy Breezy Crochet

Create a charming sunflower with a practical basket that will provide a warming experience.

 

The Daisy Granny Square Blanket
from Easy Breezy Crochet

This daisy granny square blanket is quick and easy to make ant the perfect project for spring or fall.

 

Reusable Makeup Remover Flowers
from Regina P Designs

Looking for something cute and unique for your next spring craft show? These adorable little flowers are super easy to make and have been successful sellers at the few shows I have been able to get to in the spring and summer months.
The Daisy Flower Crochet Wall Hanging combines beautiful colors and an eye-catching nature design, making this the perfect project to brighten up your home.

These handy little baskets would brighten up your living room, or make a lovely housewarming gift. They are perfect for storing little bits and bobs, like your change and keys, or fill them with sweets for a welcoming coffee table display.

Celebrate Mother’s Day, or any occasion, with this free crochet flower pattern to make Carnations.

Nothing says Springtime better than the spouting of daffodils.
Using this Bleeding Heart crochet pattern, you can make a beautiful Spring flower applique. The Bleeding Heart is a perennial plant with delicate heart-shaped pink flowers that bloom from middle spring to early summer.
Pastel Meadows Throw crochet graphgan pattern – a stunning creation that will bring a burst of floral beauty to any room!
A fun way to use your scrap yarn to make a special custom piece for the wee ones.
The Sweet Blossom Granny Square starts off as a traditional square. The addition of multi-faceted, textured flower applique makes it unique.

This easy rose crochet crochet pattern is perfect as a single rose or made into a flower bouquet.

This retro flower coaster crochet pattern is perfect for spring and summer to brighten up your space and works up fast! 

Invite Summer into your home with my fun Sunflower coasters crochet pattern!
This pattern is for an easy crochet flower applique. A lovely texture will help it stand out in all your handmade projects.
The Granny Viola Scarf crochet pattern includes a pattern for a Viola Flower which is made into a Granny Square.  You can use as many or as little colors as you like.

This lovely sunflower is perfect for home decor or without the stem that can be used as an applique.

The Flower Basket is a fun, cute basket with a decorative flower.

 

The Daisy Square Bag is so handy for short or long shopping trips as it will accommodate your wallet and all your cards.
The tulip throw pillow pattern is perfect for spring and summer. it is an easy corner to corner project so it will work up quickly and look fabulous.
What’s not to love about a cute & functional plastic bag holder! This bag holder can be made all in 1 color or you can change colors to reveal the “HIDDEN FLOWERS.“ 

The Blooming Grace Cozy features the link stitch, hdc clusters and puff stitch. Who doesn’t love a cute cozy for their beverage of choice? The leaves and flowers are worked into the front and top of the link stitch, giving the cozy wonderful texture and is sure to be the talk of the party.

 

Recently an ad for a designer purse came across my feed. It was on sale for $1500, so I went to the craft store and bought the materials to make it for only $50. Now I have a new designer bag for Mother’s Day! Make one for your Mom or one for yourself.

The Bluebell earrings are perfect for Springtime. Dainty and adorable little flowers that are easy and quick to make.
Are you ready for Spring and Summer shopping? If yes, then check out this easy and quick to make crochet shopping bag.
Get 2 Flower Girl Baskets inside the crochet pattern that are perfect for weddings.
This is a cute little project that can be used as a stand-alone flower for Random Acts of Crochet Kindness, or can be used as embellishments for scarves, hats, headbands and more!

The White Flower Granny Square is part of the Tutti Frutti collection with lots of colorful and delicious square patterns for Spring and Summer!

 

Last year the Getty Museum challenged people to recreate famous works of art. The results were sometimes amazing, sometimes hysterical. I decided to try my own recreation using crochet. Turns out, one of the biggest challenges was finding a famous painting that looked easy enough to duplicate in yarn but still appealed to me visually. I wanted something colorful to cheer me up on these dreary days. Settling on one of Van Gogh’s sunflower paintings, I rummaged through my yarn stash to find the appropriate colors.

 

Use the C2C Carolina Lily crochet block pattern to create pillows, blankets, and more.

 

Floral Flair Handbag Crochet Pattern
from Straight Hooked

The Floral Flair Handbag incorporates a lot of different crochet techniques and I created several videos to help you learn these awesome tricks!

 

Flower Earrings Crochet Pattern
from Dancing Sisters Design

These Flower Blossom Earrings are worked in the round and only consist of 3 rounds. They are quick to make and very fashionable. These earrings also take very little yarn to construct.

 

Gram-Mae’s Purse Crochet Pattern
from Jo’s Crafty Hook

This is another that I used my Gram’s Mae’s Flower design.  The purse uses the Mae’s Flower and is surrounded by a granny square.  This is a fun crochet project that creates a nice bright purse.

 

You have see SO many amazing Flower Crochet Patterns above that you can make again and again!

I pray you find some fabulous crochet patterns that you can wear them; decorate your home with; add a little embellishment to your purses, pillows, headbands and more!  Be sure to stop by each designer’s links to see some of there other amazing crochet designs!

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Mae’s Flowers Blog Hop

In this blog post you will find Flower related crochet patterns from a number of crochet designers.

You will flower crochet pattern to add embellishments to purses, pillows, and more.  

Jo’s Crafty Hook – Granny Viola Scarf Crochet Pattern

The Granny Viola Scarf crochet pattern includes a pattern for a Viola Flower which is made into a Granny Square.  You can use as many or as little colors as you like.

The Granny Viola Scarf Crochet Pattern can be found at my Ravelry Store.

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Crafty Patti – Sunflower Summer Crochet Pattern

This lovely sunflower is perfect for home decor or without the stem that can be used as an applique.

The Sunflower Summer Crochet Pattern can be found at Crafty Patti’s Ravelry Store

Follow Crafty Patti on Instagram

Fosbas Designs – Flower Basket Crochet Pattern

The Flower Basket is a fun, cute basket with a decorative flower.

The Flower Basket Crochet Pattern can be found as a free crochet pattern at Fosbas Designs.

Follow Fosbas Designs on Instagram

Carroway Crochet – Daisy Square Bag Crochet Pattern

The Daisy Square Bag is so handy for short or long shopping trips as it will accommodate your wallet and all your cards.

The Daisy Square Bag Crochet Pattern can be found as a free crochet pattern at Carroway Crochet.

Follow Carroway Crochet on Instagram

Sunflower Cottage Crochet
Tulips Throw Pillow Crochet Pattern

The tulip throw pillow pattern is perfect for spring and summer. it is an easy corner to corner project so it will work up quickly and look fabulous.

The Tulip Throw Pillow C2C Crochet Pattern chart can be found free HERE or you can get the pattern at Sunflower Cottage Crochet.

Follow Sunflower Cottage Crochet on Instagram

Marsha Yarn Doodles – Hidden Flowers Bag Holder Crochet Pattern

What’s not to love about a cute & functional plastic bag holder! This bag holder can be made all in 1 color or you can change colors to reveal the “HIDDEN FLOWERS.“ 

You can find the Hidden Flowers Bag Holder Crochet Pattern at Marsha YarnDoodles Ravlery Store.

Follow Marsha YarnDoodles on Instagram

Owensvillachick Designs
Blooming Grace Cozy Crochet Pattern

The Blooming Grace Cozy features the link stitch, hdc clusters and puff stitch. Who doesn’t love a cute cozy for their beverage of choice? The leaves and flowers are worked into the front and top of the link stitch, giving the cozy wonderful texture and is sure to be the talk of the party.

The Blooming Grace Cozy Crochet Pattern can be found FREE at Owensvillachick Designs.

Follow Owensvillachick Designs on Instagram.

Floral Handbag Crochet Pattern
My Fingers Fly

Recently an ad for a designer purse came across my feed. It was on sale for $1500, so I went to the craft store and bought the materials to make it for only $50. Now I have a new designer bag for Mother’s Day! Make one for your Mom or one for yourself.

You can find the Floral Handbag Crochet Pattern at My Fingers Fly’s Store.

Follow My Fingers Fly on Instagram

Bluebell Earrings Crochet Pattern
The Crafty Therapist

The Bluebell earrings are perfect for Springtime. Dainty and adorable little flowers that are easy and quick to make.

You can find the Bluebell Earring Crochet Pattern free at The Crafty Therapist.

Follow The Crafty Therapist on Instagram.

Rachel’s Market Bag Crochet Pattern
Pam’s Cozy Corner

Are you ready for Spring and Summer shopping? If yes, then check out this easy and quick to make crochet shopping bag.

The Rachel Bag Crochet Pattern can be found free at Pam’s Cozy Corner.

Follow Pam’s Cozy Corner on Instagram.

Flower Girl Wedding Baskets Crochet Pattern
Crafty Patti

Get 2 Flower Girl Baskets inside the crochet pattern that are perfect for weddings.

The Flower Girl Baskets Crochet Pattern can be found at Crafty Patti’s Ravelry Store.

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The Maybelline Flower Crochet Pattern
Start Crochet

This is a cute little project that can be used as a stand-alone flower for Random Acts of Crochet Kindness, or can be used as embellishments for scarves, hats, headbands and more!

The Maybelline Flower Crochet Pattern can be found free at Start Crochet.

Follow Start Crochet on Instagram.

White Flower Granny Square Crochet Pattern
Raffamusa Designs

The White Flower Granny Square is part of the Tutti Frutti collection with lots of colorful and delicious square patterns for Spring and Summer!

The White Flower Granny Square Crochet Pattern can be found free at Raffamusa Designs.

Follow Raffamusa Designs on Instagram.

Van Gogh’s Sunflowers Crochet Pattern
My Fingers Fly

Last year the Getty Museum challenged people to recreate famous works of art. The results were sometimes amazing, sometimes hysterical. I decided to try my own recreation using crochet. Turns out, one of the biggest challenges was finding a famous painting that looked easy enough to duplicate in yarn but still appealed to me visually. I wanted something colorful to cheer me up on these dreary days. Settling on one of Van Gogh’s sunflower paintings, I rummaged through my yarn stash to find the appropriate colors.

The Van Gogh’s Sunflowers Crochet Pattern can be found at My Fingers Fly

Follow My Fingers Fly on Instagram.

Carolina Lily Cro-Quilt Block Crochet Pattern
Big Momma’s Strings

Use this crochet block to create pillows, blankets, and more.

The C2C Carolina Lily Cro-Quilt Block can be found at Big Momma’s Strings Ravelry Store.

Follow Big Momma’s Strings on Instagram.

Floral Flair Handbag Crochet Pattern
Straight Hooked

My newest pattern, the Floral Flair Handbag, incorporates a lot of different crochet techniques and I created several videos to help you learn these awesome tricks!

The Floral Flair Handbag Crochet Pattern can be found at Straight Hooked

Follow Straight Hooked on Instagram.

Flower Earrings Crochet Pattern
Dancing Sisters Design

These Flower Blossom Earrings are worked in the round and only consist of 3 rounds. They are quick to make and very fashionable. These earrings also take very little yarn to construct.

The Flower Blossom Earrings can be found at Dancing Sisters Design Ravelry Store.

Follow Dancing Sisters Design on Instagram.

Gram-Mae’s Purse Crochet Pattern
Jo’s Crafty Hook

I used my Gram’s Mae’s Flower design.  The purse uses the Mae’s Flower and is surrounded by a granny square, and the are connected together to create this colorful Gram-Mae’s Purse crochet pattern.

You can find my Gram Mae’s Purse crochet pattern at my Ravelry Store.

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I would LOVE to hear what you thought about my Mae’s Flowers Blog Hop!  Please leave a Comment below.

Be sure to stop by each designer on IG and let them know what a great job they did on their flower related crochet patterns!

You can find each designer’s IG handle under their design info.

Find me, Jo of Jo’s Crafty Hook at the places listed below.

Email:  j.o@joscraftyhook.com

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