Where can you find free printable crochet patterns?

Some good online sources to get free, printable crochet patterns include AllFreeCrochet.com, AllCrafts.net and FreeVintageCrochet.com. Some yarn manufacturers, such as Lion Brand, have free patterns on their websites as well. About.com features a large crochet section with hundreds of free patterns available.

Many of these websites allow users to search for patterns by category, project type or difficulty. They also offer tutorials and expert tips, crafting forums, news articles, photos, blog posts, links to sources to purchase supplies and project ideas. Crafting magazines or women's magazines with articles on crochet are good resources in which to hunt for free patterns as well.