Free Patriotic Crochet Patterns: Support Team USA!

Here you will find free americana-style crochet patterns with a united states flag color theme to celebrate July 4th, the Olympics, or any patriotic holiday. A few months ago, I was looking for a USA themed pattern to make as a gift.There were many here and there, but I wished they were all in one place where I could visually compare them and easily refer back to them. So the RocketSquid Craft Challenge came along and Squidoo came to the rescue!

My Gramma taught me a few basic crochet stiches when I was young. I made lots of chains, which turned into bookmarks, Barbie scarves, and rope to tie up G.I. Joe :) Growing up, I dabbled in it now and then, strengthening my skills along the way. Now, I have picked up my crochet hooks yet again. Each time you review crochet it comes back to you much more quickly. Go ahead! Don't be afraid it's been too long. You'll be surprised how fast you remember. You're creation can bring you pride & satisfaction, and it could also bring joy to someone else. They make great gifts!

It's great to remember our veterans and soldiers on patriotic holidays, but let's appreciate their service all year long, by making special, patriotic keepsakes in their honor!

Aren't these hats adorable? Perhaps a bit hot for summer, but it can get cool during evening fireworks shows and holiday camping. They would look terrific year round with a red or navy winter coat.

You can download these FREE earflap hat patterns from Micah Makes with instructions for different sizes.

Don't forget the buttons, and pom poms, braids or tassels!

This beginner Stars and Stripes Bag pattern by Lily Sugar'n Cream creates a bag about 15x6x18 inches.

You will need a 5 mm crochet hook( H or 8) and these Lily Sugar'n Cream 2.5 oz. yarns:

5 balls Bright Navy

2 balls Red

1 ball White

To finish, sew the straps to the bag and 5 star buttons on the front.

Cut a 5 x 17 inch piece of cardboard to support the bottom of the bag.

This cute little drawstring bag from Gingerly Made is only about 7 x 5 inches and is actually crocheted from T-shirt strips!

You can learn how to make T-shirt yarn and get the free drawstring bag pattern at Craft Passion.

The pattern says to use 2 T-shirts, but Ginger needed 4: 2 white, 1 red and 1 blue.

You will also need an 8mm crochet hook (L or 11), fabric glue, 8- 15mm eyelet sets, and 2 beads for the ends of the drawstring.

Create a roomy 15x8x16 tote with plenty of space to bring everything you need to any holiday gathering.

This FREE Patriotic Ripple Bag pattern by Lily Sugar'n Cream can be found at FaveCrafts.com.

You will need a 5 mm crochet hook (H or 8) and

Lily® Sugar'n Cream yarn in 2.5 oz.(70.9g) balls:

6 balls White

5 balls Red

6 balls Delft Blue

Crochet the 4 side panels and arrange them to form a rectangle. Crochet them together with red yarn along side edge. Next, crochet the base and join it to the side panels with blue yarn. Then make a top edging with red yarn. Crochet 2 handles and push them through the bag slits. Separately sew the ends of each handle together. Wrap the top center 4 inches of each handle together.

This classy little handbag was made by Mrs. Greene.

She used this FREE Samantha's Satchel Pattern.

You will need a J crochet hook using 2 strands at a time, but she recommends a smaller hook if using 1 strand of yarn.

The bag is crocheted in rounds, starting at the base.

The author isn't clear on the size of the bag and how much yarn she used. If you make it before I do, please let me know and I will add exactly how much yarn is needed, and the dimensions.

Can you believe this elegant, patriotic place setting is actually a beginner project?! This FREE Americana Place Setting pattern by Marilyn Coleman, makes 2 mats, 2 coasters, and 2 napkin rings. The placemats measure 18 x 13.5 inches, and the coasters are 6 inches across. You will need 2 balls each of RED HEART Eco-Cotton Blend yarn in: Currant, Vanilla, and Denim; and a 4mm Crochet Hook (U.S. Size G-6).

For the finishing touches, you will crochet 10 white stars. 4 stars are sewn onto the corners of both placemats, leaving 2 stars to be attached 1 each to the napkin rings.

What a great thank you gift this apron would make for a holiday party hostess or Barbeque chef!

Lily Sugar'n cream gives this apron an EASY rating. It is approximately 22.5 x 24 inches [57 x 61 cm], and an American flag utensil pocket displays your patriotic spirit.

You can find this Free American Flag Apron Pattern at Yarnspirations.com.

To make this apron, you will need:

A 5 mm Crochet Hook (H or 8) and

Lily Sugar'n Cream (70.9 g / 2.5 oz) yarn in these colors:

4 balls of White

1 ball of Bright Navy

1 ball of Red

These coordinating Sugar'n Cream Star Oven Mitts offer year round usability in the kitchen or at the barbeque.

The FREE Star Oven Mitts pattern can also be found at Yarnspirations.com.

To make these easy-level handsome pair of mitts you will need:

A 5 mm Crochet Hook (H or 8)

Lily Sugar'n Cream Yarn (70.9 g / 2.5 oz) in these colors:

2 balls of Bright Navy

1 ball of White

First you will crochet 4 alike halves, the fronts and backs of the 2 mitts, in Bright Navy.

Then you crochet 4 white stars.

To finish, pin 2 Mitt halves together and crochet around their outer edge in Bright Navy. Of course, leave the bottom open! Repeat for the second Mitt.

Sew a star to each side of both Mitts and Voila! You speak French!

To make this handsome potholder by Amelia Beebe AKA champygirl, you can download her FREE Americana Potholder Pattern.

You will need size F & D crochet hooks and

Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn in off white, red and navy blue.

First crochet the red and white stripes, then add the blue panel.

Next, crochet 3 white stars with the size D hook, and sew them onto the blue panel.

Separately, crochet a second all blue square for the back of the potholder with the size F hook.

Crochet the two squares together around the edges, with blue yarn, while adding the hanger.

This ingenius one-piece, double-thick potholder pattern was written by Priscilla Hewitt. I'm told it's easy and quick, once you get the hang of it. It starts out simply enough, working in rounds from a foundation chain to form a pouch. Here is where it gets a little tricky and requires some out of the box thinking. There is an origami-type fold at the end, where you pull opposite blue sides toward each other, sew them together and push down to become the middle blue stripe. The other blue rounds become the corners. Clear as mud? Try reading the pattern for the FREE Fourth of July Potholder first. Then, if you think you need more direction, go visit LiLu Studios, where Lori makes a similar potholder and has more pictures of the steps.

You will need a size G crochet hook and red, white, and blue worsted weight COTTON yarn. Cotton is able to withstand very high heat and will not melt (but can burn!) Lori warns that Acrylic yarn melts when it touches very hot items from the oven, so it can't be trusted for potholder protection. She likes the thick, durable feel of Lily's Sugar'n Cream and their Peaches'n Cream yarns.

I do not use can cozies for three reasons:

#1. We don't drink sugary beverages.

#2. I can't imagine taking the time to find one and use it!

#3. I don't know anyone who uses these things!

Sara at Posh Pooch Designs

U.S. Flag Code Guide

Federal Flag Code

Should the flag image be used on crafts?

anonymous: Yes. It is an expression of our love for our country and those who are fighting for our freedoms.

amandascloset0: I see no problem with it, I believe it to show patriotism and pride in the principals our fathers have fought for.