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15 Free Crochet Fruit Patterns For Beginners

There's a lot to love about fresh fruit, but finding patterns that capture the essence of these delightful treats can be challenging. Luckily, plenty of patterns let you crochet your own set: These are great for adding a little whimsy to your home—and they're great for adding a little fruit to your day! Crochet fruit patterns are popular because they're adorable and easy: they can be worked up in hours, and the techniques are intuitive. For example, if you've never crocheted before and want to try making some fruit, all you need is a hook, yarn, and scissors.

Easy Crochet Fruit Patterns

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Crocheting fruit is a fun and easy way to add a personal touch to your kitchen decor. For the beginner, the simple shapes of fruits and vegetables make them an ideal project. At the same time, the more experienced crocheter can use these patterns as a jumping-off point for developing their unique take on home décor. The following patterns will help you "grow" your kitchen from dull to delightful! So, If you're interested in making your own pieces of crochet fruit, you'll be happy to find many Free Crochet Fruit Patterns out there!

Tips For Crochet Fruit Patterns

Crochet fruit patterns can be fun and easy to bring some summer flair into your home. If you're looking for ideas on crochet fruit, here are some tips to help you get started.

  • Consider Your Skill Level: Crocheting fruit is an easy project for beginners, so don't let the idea intimidate you! Many fruits only require a few rounds of stitches, so even if you've never picked up a crochet hook, you'll have no problem making these lovely little creations!
  • Pick Your Fruit: Many fruits can be crocheted, but not all are possible in one sitting. Some take more than one round of stitches or require additional pieces like leaves or stems. Make sure to choose something doable within the time frame that you have!
  • Get the Right Yarn Color: If you're looking for realistic-looking fruits, then it's important to choose appropriate colors for each type of fruit. For example, if you want to crochet a pineapple using worsted weight yarn, ensure that your green matches up with the color of actual pineapples! This will make your finished product look much more.

Kiwi Granny Square

Kiwi Granny Square

Add fruit flavor to your crochet projects with the Kiwi Granny Square. The cheerful colour will brighten up any room, and the softness is just right to cuddle up with while watching your favourite movie or reading a good book. This kiwi granny square is the perfect crochet pattern for summer! Whether you're looking for a new project or a gift for your friends, this is the crochet pattern! This fluffy, chunky square is a simple and happy project that's great for using up scraps. Depending on your colour choices, it can look lush, tropical, and fruity or give off a cool vibe reminiscent of the beach.

Materials

  • 4.5-mm (7 USA, 7 UK) Crochet Hook
  • Aran (4, Medium) Weight Yarn
  • Black Embroidery Floss
  • Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations

  • BLO – Back Loop Only
  • Ch – Chain
  • Hdc – Half Double Crochet
  • Dc – Double Crochet
  • Inc – Increase
  • MC – Magic Circle
  • RS – Right Side
  • Sc – Single Crochet
  • Sk – Skip
  • Sp – Space
  • Sl St – Slip Stitch
  • St – Stitch
  • Yo – Yarn Over

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Citrus Fruits Granny Square

Citrus Fruits Granny Square

The Citrus Fruits Granny Square crochet pattern is great for using scrap yarn. This simple crochet granny square pattern uses only single crochets, half double crochets, slip stitches, and half double crochets to create an adorable fruit blanket. This citrus fruits granny square pattern is perfect for beginners who want to learn how to crochet. All you need is an Aran (4, Medium) Yarn, a 4.5-mm hook, and scissors. This pattern will make a lovely addition to your collection of amigurumi designs!

Materials

  • 4.5-mm (7 USA, 7 UK) Crochet Hook
  • Aran (4, Medium) Yarn
  • Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations

  • BLO – Back Loop Only
  • Ch – Chain
  • Hdc – Half Double Crochet
  • Dc – Double Crochet
  • Inc – Increase
  • MC – Magic Circle
  • RS – Right Side
  • Sc – Single Crochet
  • Sk – Skip
  • Sp – Space
  • Sl St – Slip Stitch
  • St – Stitch
  • Yo – Yarn Over

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Citrus Fruits Potholder

Citrus Fruits Potholder

Crochet this Citrus Fruits Potholder, perfect for protecting your hands from hot dishes and pans. Make several squares to make a beautiful table runner or oven mitt. This is a beautiful project for the beginner crocheter! This potholder is worked using a double crochet stitch, and the pattern is super easy to follow. You’ll love working up this fruit-themed potholder pattern! The potholder is a great way to add colour to your kitchen. It works up fast and would make a great holiday gift!

Materials

  • 3.5-mm (E/4 USA, 9 UK) Hook
  • Aran (4, Medium) Weight Cotton Yarn
  • Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations

  • Ch – Chain
  • RS – Right Side
  • Sc – Single Crochet
  • Sk – Skip
  • Sl St – Slip Stitch
  • St – Stitch
  • WS – Wrong Side
  • Yo – Yarn Over

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Simple Crochet Fruit Drawstring Pouch

Simple Crochet Fruit Drawstring Pouch

Make this Simple Crochet Fruit Drawstring Pouch for yourself or as a gift. This pattern is simple and quick, so you can create your fruit and use the skills you have learned in this class to crochet it into a lovely little pouch. The pattern will show you how to add different crochet elements like eyelet pattern, bobble stitch, popcorn stitch, and how to decrease with double crochet stitches. It works up in almost no time, perfect cosmetics and travel items. Made in different colour combinations to suit your style and taste:)

Materials

  • Worsted/Medium (4)
  • 4.00mm Crochet Hook (My FAVORITE crochet hooks!)
  • Scissors
  • Darning Needle
  • Stitch Marker

Abbreviations

  • Ch = Chain
  • St(s) = Stitch(es)
  • Sc = Single Crochet
  • Inc = Increase (meaning put TWO single crochet in ONE stitch.)
  • Dec = Decrease (meaning single crochet two together.)
  • Sl st = Slip stitch
  • Rep = Repeat
  • Hdc = Half Double Crochet
  • Dc = Double Crochet
  • Tc = Triple (treble) crochet

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Blueberry Plushie

Blueberry Plushie

Blueberry Plushie is a great crochet pattern that will help you make the perfect friend for any little girl. Crochet this toy in the color of your choice and make it even more special by adding some beautiful trim to its hat and around its eyes. This project will take about 15 minutes, making it perfect for a last-minute gift or just something cute around the house. Once completed, you will have a soft plushie that will make a wonderful gift for someone special or even as a decoration for your home or office.

Materials

  • -1 50g ball of Patons Astra in Hot Blue (yarn size 3)
  • -Black embroider thread
  • -Magenta embroider thread
  • -2.75mm hook
  • -Stitch marker
  • -Scissors
  • -Polyfill (stuffing)
  • -Safety eyes (6/7mm)
  • -Row counter
  • -Darning needle

Abbreviations

  • ch=chain
  • sc=single crochet
  • st(s)=stitch(s)
  • inc=increase
  • dec=decrease
  • ss=slip stitch
  • F/O=fasten off

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Kiwi Fruit Coaster

Kiwi Fruit Coaster

This easy-to-make Kiwi Fruit Coaster crochet project makes an adorable and useful addition to any kitchen or dining room! In fruity colors of green and brown, these handmade coffee table decor pieces are a fun addition to any summertime party and make great gifts for friends! With just one skein of Chunky yarn, you can create a dozen cute coasters to spread the joy of summer into every meal. This pattern is a perfect project to help you relax after a busy day at work: crochet while chilling out, enjoying your favourite drink, or watching your favourite show.

Materials

  • Caron Simply Soft in Off White, Pistachio (light green), and Black
  • Red Heart Yarn in Toast (brown)
  • Size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook
  • Darning needle
  • Scissors

Abbreviations

  • CH – chain
  • DC – double crochet
  • SC – single crochet
  • SL ST – slip stitch
  • ST – stitch

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Fruit Slice Keychains

Fruit Slice Keychains

It’s time to decorate your house with something lovely and unique. Why not crochet a keychain? The crochet Fruit Slice Keychain is the most beautiful and useful accessory. You can make these fruit slice keychains using any yarn you prefer and the size of your choice! They are easy to crochet, completely customizable, and include a pattern for each fruit. The pieces are interchangeable to create many different designs. Make them for all your friends or as hostess gifts at summer parties.

Materials

  • 2.5 mm (C USA, 12 UK) Crochet Hook
  • Sport (2, Fine) Weight Yarn. I used Schachenmayr Catania.
  • Black Embroidery Floss
  • One Stitch Marker (to work in the round)
  • Embroidery Needle
  • Tapestry Needle
  • One Metal Split Keyring with a Short Chain

Abbreviations

  • Ch – Chain
  • Inc – Increase
  • MC – Magic Circle
  • Sc – Single Crochet
  • Sl St – Slip Stitch
  • St – Stitch
  • Yo – Yarn over

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Amigurumi Blueberry

Amigurumi Blueberry

This new and ingenious Amigurumi pattern will delight the apple of your eye. Crochet this sweet fruit and add a touch of colour and refreshment to any room. Make one for yourself or give it as a gift. The possibilities are endless with this simple design! This blueberry amigurumi is easy to make and would be a great project for anybody that wants to start crocheting. This pattern includes detailed instructions to make Amigurumi Blueberry. The toy is crocheted with step-by-step instructions and photos to ensure that you can crochet this toy.

Materials

  • crochet hook size 3.00 mm
  • scissors
  • craft pins
  • needle
  • 6cm / 2.36 inch in height

Abbreviations

  • Stylecraft Special DK: Denim (1302), 100% Acrylic, 100g
  • King Cole Pricewise DK: Grass (272), 100% Acrylic, 100g
  • King Cole Pricewise DK: Baby Pink (004), 100% Acrylic, 100g - longer piece to make cheeks
  • Polyester filling for toys
  • Black safety eyes x 2 – size 6 mm

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Fruit Girls Amigurumi Dolls

Fruit Girls Amigurumi Dolls

These crochet fruit dolls are designed to be adorable and realistic. The crochet pattern is easy to follow, with instructions on how to make these little fruits. The fruit dolls can be made using materials such as yarn, embroidery floss, buttons and other decorative items. This Fruit Girls Amigurumi Dolls set of three fruit dolls is so cute; it will make you hungry. They are perfect for kids and adults who want to learn or improve their crochet skills by making fun gifts for friends (or themselves!)

Materials

  • Hook: 2.75mm (C) hook (Clover Amour)
  • Toy stuffing (Fairfield Poly-Fil)
  • Stitch markers (Clover Quick Locking Stitch Markers Small – I LOVE these, they don’t leave big holes in your work!)
  • Embroidery floss in black for face (DMC Embroidery Floss in black)
  • Embroidery needle (DMC Embroidery Needles)
  • Tapestry needle (DMC Tapestry Needle Size 16)
  • Scissors (Gingher Stork Scissors)
  • Optional: water soluble marking pen for drawing on your face before embroidering (Wrights Water Soluble Marking Pen)
  • Optional: pink blush and brush or cotton bud for cheeks

Abbreviations

  • BLO – back loop only
  • ch – chain
  • dc – double crochet
  • FLO – front loop only
  • hdc – half double crochet
  • inc – increase
  • inv dec – invisible decrease
  • rnd(s) – round(s)
  • rs – right side
  • sc – single crochet
  • sl st – slip stitch
  • sm – stitch marker
  • st(s) – stitch(es)
  • tr – treble crochet
  • x – times (indicates number of times to repeat)
  • * * – stitches between asterisks all in next stitch
  • [ ] – repeat steps between brackets for the specified number of times
  • ( ) – the number of stitches you should have at the end of each round

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Crochet Strawberry

Strawberry

A sweet pattern for a strawberry, made with the finest materials and craftsmanship. This Strawberry Pattern is a quick, easy and fun pattern that you can use to make your strawberry for decoration. Whether you're looking for a fun crafty project or a baby shower gift, this pattern will help you create an adorable crochet strawberry that's sure to please! This crochet pattern is easy to follow and a nice project for beginners.

Materials

  • ▪ 3 colors of sport weight yarn (50g = 160m), 3.00 mm crochet hook, stuffing, pins, tapestry needle, scissors
  • A = Pink yarn B = Green yarn C = Light pink yarn

Abbreviations

  • r - row
  • st - stitch
  • ch - chain
  • sl st - slip stitch
  • sc - single crochet
  • inc - increase
  • dec - decrease
  • […]x… - repeat instructions in the brackets ... times,
  • (…) - the number of stitches at the end of the round

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Pineapple Plushie Amigurumi

Pineapple Plushie

Adorable plush pineapple ready to bring you the tropical happiness the pineapple is known for! It's perfect for those who love fruit and travel. Make this cute pineapple plushie with this Crochet Fruit Pattern. A leafy vine for added decoration makes a cute and cuddly decoration for your home that can double as a comforter. Handmade from high-quality cotton yarn and specific care instructions, this adorable pineapple plushie is perfect for anyone who loves pineapples.

Materials

  • 3.5mm hook (I use THESE hooks!);
  • Craft Smart Value (worsted weight) yarn in Butter (less than 198g/1 skein);
  • Bernat Supervalue (worsted weight) yarn in Lush (less than half of 198g/1 skein);
  • Red Heart yarn in black for the mouth;
  • Lightweight pink cotton yarn for cheeks;
  • 12mm safety eyes;
  • Stuffing;
  • Tapestry needle.

Abbreviations

  • Fptc – Front Post Treble Crochet
  • This stitch is worked as follows: Yarn over twice, insert your hook around the post of the desired stitch (front to back to front), yarn over and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook),  yarn over and pull through two loops on hook (3 loops on hook), yarn over and pull through two loops (2 loops on hook), yarn over and pull through last two loops. You will skip the sc behind the Fptc.
  • Fptc2tog – Front Post Treble Crochet Two Together
  • This stitch is worked by completing a fptc until two loops remain on your hook but before finishing the stitch, you complete a second fptc into the next st to make just one stitch.
  • It’s worked as follows: *Yarn over twice, insert your hook around the post of the desired stitch (front to back to front), yarn over and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook), [yarn over and pull through two loops] twice (until 2 loops on hook). Repeat from * (until 3 loops on hook). Yarn over and pull through all three loops. You will skip the sc behind the Fptc.
  • Fptc/slst – Front Post Treble Crochet Slip Stitch
  • This stitch requires you to work a fptc as normal until you have two loops remaining on your hook. Then, instead of finishing the stitch, you insert your hook into the last stitch of the row, pull up a loop and pull through both loops.

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1st Trimester Pregnancy Fruit Set

1st Trimester Pregnancy Fruit Set

What better way to celebrate your first trimester of pregnancy than with this Fruit Set Crochet Pattern? With the four adorable characters in the set, each character takes just over half an hour to complete and makes a great gift idea for new moms or anyone who loves and craves fruit during their pregnancy. 1st Trimester Pregnancy Fruit Set is great for beginners or anyone looking to learn new stitches. They look very cute on your kitchen counter or dining room table and also make great gifts for new moms!

Materials

  • All fruit use:
  • Worsted Weight Yarn #4 – Colors Below.
  • ‘E’/3.5mm Crochet Hook
  • Tapestry Needle
  • Poly-Fil Stuffing
  • Stitch Marker

Abbreviations

  • Ch: chain
  • St(s): stitch(es)
  • sl st: slip stitch
  • sc: single crochet
  • sc2tog: single crochet two together
  • Stitch explanations at the bottom of the page.

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Fruit Cozy Pattern

Fruit Cozy

Create a friendly fruit cosy to protect your kitchen goodies. This pattern is crocheted with Acrylic Yarn - Orange, a size 5 mm Crochet Hook, and features half double crochet stitches. The cosy will make a great addition to any kitchen or as a gift! Designed for quick, easy and fun gift-giving. These cosy fruit patterns are based on simple crochet stitches that can be worked up quickly using bulky weight yarn and a large hook. Perfect for beginners who will be able to finish them in no time! Experiment with colour combinations and stitch patterns, or use the recommended pattern to create your original colour scheme.

Materials

  • 5 mm Crochet Hook
  • Stitch Markers
  • Ruler / Tape Measure
  • Scissors
  • Darning Needle
  • Gala Apple
  • Acrylic Yarn - Orange

Abbreviations

  • CH, Ch, ch - chain
  • HDC, hdc - half double crochet
  • SC, sc - single crochet
  • SL ST, sl st, Sl st, SS - slip stitch

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Quick And Thick Scrubby Fruits

Quick and Thick Scrubby Fruits

Crochet Fruit Pattern is a fast and fun project for summer. You can make them in minutes because it does not require many yarn colours. Perfect for your kitchen or bathroom, this set of 4 scrubby fruits are quick and easy patterns to crochet up. Each piece is thick, so it's like having a washcloth and a scrubbing brush in one. The instructions are easy to follow and only require beginner crochet skills. Quick and Thick kitchen Scrubby Fruits is a great project for gift giving or even selling at craft fairs to make money!

Materials

  • Bernat Blanket Yarn in colors: White, Race Car Red, Carrot Orange, School Bus Yellow, Go Go Green, and Pow Purple
  • Small amount of black acrylic or cotton yarn for embellishing
  • Size N/P (10.0 mm) crochet hook (I used Clover Amour)
  • Plastic Yarn Needle

Abbreviations

  • Ch: chain
  • sl st: slip stitch
  • SC: single crochet
  • SC2TOG: Single crochet two together
  • SC3TOG: Single crochet three together
  • DC: Double crochet
  • Bobble stitch (bobble): YO, insert hook and pull yarn through st from previous row, YO, pull through 2 loops on the hook, YO, insert hook into same stitch and pull through, YO, pull through 2, YO, insert hook into same stitch and pull through, YO, Pull through 2, YO, Pull through the 4 remaining loops on the hook.

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Heart Strawberry Applique

Heart Strawberry Applique

This crochet fruit applique pattern makes a fun and unique addition to your next crochet project. Using simple stitches and basic materials, you can easily turn a plain handbag into a masterpiece! A beautiful combination of strawberry and heart appliques, this is a must-have addition to any summer-themed project. The strawberry heart is an easy addition to any cake, mug or t-shirt. This crochet Heart Strawberry Applique pattern is easy enough for beginner crocheters but challenging enough for intermediate crocheters to try something new.

Materials

  • Aunt Lydia’s crochet cotton thread size 3, color – scarlet
  • Aunt Lydia’s crochet cotton thread size 10, color – myrtle green
  • crochet hook D/3 – 3.25 mm
  •  crochet hook size 8/1.5 mm
  • cotton crochet thread size 3, or embroidery floss, color – black or white – for the seeds
  • black 11/0 glass seed beads or beads of your choice – optional

Abbreviations

  • – Ch (Chs) – chain ( chains)
  • – DC – double crochet
  • – HDC – half double crochet
  • – Sl St – slip stitch

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