Free Crochet Patterns, Amigurumi & Keychain Designs

Donna Johnson, the crocheter behind Easy Handi Crafts

Hi, I’m Donna

I’m Donna Johnson, the one writing every pattern you see on this site. Easy Handi Crafts started as my own little notebook of things I liked making, and it slowly turned into a place where anyone can grab a free pattern and get stitching.

Why I started this

Honestly? Frustration. I’d find a pattern that looked adorable, then spend an hour trying to figure out what the writer meant. No pictures, strange shortcuts, and a stitch count that never matched mine. I figured other people were stuck at the same spot, so I started writing patterns the way I’d want to read them. Plain steps. Real photos. No guessing.

What I make most

Crochet takes up most of my time, and most of this site too. If you’re after something quick, the keychains are a good bet since you can finish one in an evening. Bigger softies are over in Amigurumi Patterns, and yes, the bunnies got their own page because I couldn’t stop making them.

Want to wear what you make? All Wearables has sweaters, tops and cardigans. Try the Argentina Sweater if you’d like to see how I explain a bigger project. And the smaller home and gift ideas, like coasters and pouches, sit in Free Crochet Patterns.

A few things that aren’t crochet

I can’t sit still with just one craft, so there are some side corners here as well. Creative Wood Projects is where I gather rustic build ideas for the house and garden. Easy Drawing Ideas breaks simple sketches into small steps. And Nail Ideas is for those days when you just want something pretty to try at home.

How my patterns are written

I put the materials at the top, then go step by step in the order you’d actually work. That’s about it, really. I’m not perfect, and sometimes a line slips through that doesn’t read right. If you spot one, message me and I’ll sort it out.

Using my patterns

Everything here is free. Make it for yourself, give it as a gift, or sell what you make. Please just don’t copy my words or photos, and don’t call the pattern your own. And if you post your finished piece somewhere, a link back to the site would make my day.

Get in touch

Got a question, a pattern you’d love to see, or a photo of something you made? Send it through the contact page. If you’re curious about how your data is handled, the privacy policy explains it.

Thanks for being here.
Donna