There’s nothing quite like a plaid pattern to make you feel super cozy on a chilly day. And whether you want to incorporate plaid into a hat, another accessory, or a warm blanket, there’s definitely a free crochet pattern for you in this round-up!
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1. Plaid Slouchy Beanie
This plaid hat pattern is designed for kids ages 4 to 8 years old. The hat is made with wool DK weight yarn, so it’s very cozy. For this project, just make sure you know basic stitches plus the half double crochet decrease.
2. Crochet Plaid Hat
Here’s another cozy plaid hat that features a fun fluffy pom-pom. For this project, you will need three colors of worsted weight yarn and knowledge of basic stitches. Then just choose whether to make the child, teen/women, or men’s size.
3. Crochet Top Down Plaid Hat
This cozy hat also features a pom-pom and a beautiful plaid design. Best of all, it’s made with worsted weight yarn and only easy stitches.
4. Crochet Plaid Messy Bun Hat
If you like to wear your hair in a bun or a ponytail, this is the hat for you. It’s similar to the previous pattern but with space on top to put your hair through. The pattern includes an explanation of how to work the plaid stitch and do color changes, so just grab some worsted weight yarn and you’ll be on your way to having a cozy beanie.
5. Crochet Buffalo Plaid Infinity Scarf
Now let’s check out some plaid scarves that will also help keep you warm this winter. This pattern is by the same designer as the previous two, so you can make a matching hat and infinity scarf set. Like those patterns, this one calls for worsted weight yarn and simple stitches.
6. Buffalo Scarf
Here’s the pattern for a classic buffalo plaid scarf, and it’s super easy to follow! You’ll only need to know simple stitches, and there’s a color chart plus helpful photos to show you how to do color changes and make fringe. So grab some DK weight wool yarn and you’ll have a cozy accessory in no time.
7. Plaid Fringe Scarf
Here’s another plaid scarf that features fringe, but for this one you won’t need to do any color changes because it’s made with Premier Yarns Everyday Plaid, a weight 4 acrylic yarn. You only need to know basic stitches for this scarf, so it’s a good beginner pattern.
8. Buffalo Plaid Cowl
Cowls are another great way to keep your neck warm, so why not crochet this buffalo plaid cowl? To make one, you will need three colors of a medium weight yarn, as well as three large buttons and knowledge of easy stitches.
9. Crochet Plaid Arm Warmers
Now let’s get back to the matching set by Whistle and Ivy. Along with the infinity scarf and hats, you can crochet these plaid arm warmers. They’re made with worsted weight yarn and basic stitches, so as long as you are comfortable with color changes, they’ll work up quickly. Plus, the little bow detail is so cute!
10. Crochet Plaid Boot Cuffs
And the designer has also created a pattern for boot cuffs! Just like the rest of her plaid designs, these are made with worsted weight yarn. To make these, you’ll need to know basic stitches plus how to work a double crochet in the back post and in the front post.
11. Crochet Plaid Patchwork Blanket
But what if you’re more of a homebody during the winter and don’t need accessories? You can crochet a blanket instead! Here’s a gorgeous plaid patchwork blanket. You can make it entirely with buffalo plaid squares, or you can check out some of her other square designs to intersperse. Either way, grab your favorite colors of worsted weight yarn and make sure you know basic stitches.
12. Plaid Granny Blanket
This plaid granny blanket is also sure to keep you warm on chilly days. I love the never-ending color combinations you could use for this project, as well as the granny stitch border. This is quite an easy project, so just grab some worsted weight yarn and decide whether you want to make the small, medium, or large throw.
13. Plaid Baby Blanket Pattern
This soft and cozy plaid baby blanket is made with bulky weight yarn and basic stitches. As long as you’re comfortable with color changes, it should work up quite easily!
14. Wildwood Plaid Blanket
This Wildwood Plaid Blanket is intricately stunning and sure to keep you warm. I also love its tassels! For this project, grab four colors of a weight five chunky yarn and make sure you’re comfortable with both crochet and weaving. Don’t worry if you’ve never done any weaving before, because it’s quite easy: After you crochet the blanket with its rows of colors, you weave strands of yarn through your stitches and that’s what makes the blanket plaid! It’s all described in the pattern, and there’s even a helpful video tutorial.
15. Crochet Buffalo Plaid Afghan
This buffalo plaid afghan is a perfect project if you have a bit of crochet experience under your belt and want to branch out and learn new skills. The pattern calls for easy stitches plus the split half double crochet and the surface slip stitch, both of which are thoroughly described in the pattern. Best of all, this blanket will keep you cozy all winter long because it’s made with Bernat Blanket jumbo chenille yarn.
16. Buffalo Check Plaid Blanket
Here’s a super detailed pattern so that you can crochet a plaid blanket made up of multiple crocheted squares. The pattern includes four types of squares, a link to details on how to choose your three colors to create a beautiful plaid, a photo tutorial for color changes, and more. Plus, you only need to know basic stitches for this project, so it’s quite an easy one!
17. Crochet Pink Gingham Blanket
This gingham plaid blanket is a perfect baby blanket. In pink, it works super well for a baby girl, but you could choose any color combination to match a baby’s nursery. To make one, you will need worsted weight yarn and knowledge of simple stitches.
18. The Mommy Blanket
I love the way this afghan combines plaid squares with solid color squares for a beautiful checkered look. To make one, you will need three colors of DK yarn or light worsted weight yarn, plus knowledge of the double base chain and front post triple crochet, both of which have tutorials linked in the pattern.
19. Flannel Blanket Pattern
Here’s a cozy blanket made by holding two strands of worsted weight yarn together. As long as you’re comfortable with color changes, this should be a pretty easy project!
Which of these gorgeous plaid projects will you be making? Let us know in the comments!
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