What better day than today to talk about my favorite crochet technique of all time – C2C! Corner to corner crochet is such a versatile technique. If you’ve never tried it before, then you are in for a real treat!
So, what is C2C crochet? Well, in the corner to corner crochet technique you start at one corner of the work and you work in diagonal rows. The traditional C2C technique uses little blocks of double crochet and chain stitches. Each diagonal row of work is made up of these little blocks.
I started to notice the popularity of this technique when people on social media kept posting gorgeous crochet afghans. You can easily recreate designs in the 8-bit style by assigning specific colors to each of the individual blocks. When you look at it all together you’ll see the big picture!
Free C2C crochet patterns have come a long way since then. There is so much more to C2C than blocky, video game style designs. Many fresh and modern designs have made their debut on the crochet scene lately. These include rustic, geometric, abstract, and organic styles!
The technique itself has also been ever evolving. In addition to regular C2C crochet, there’s also a version that uses smaller blocks of crochet made with half double crochet stitches. This is called mini C2C. Plus, I have started seeing lace designs made with C2C, and there’s even one of this list that combines C2C with bobble stitches!
As you can see, there’s never been a better time to get into the C2C crochet scene. And if you’re wondering what you can crochet with the C2C technique – the possibilities are endless! I have a fantastic variety of free C2C crochet patterns to share with you today. There’s everything from scarves, throws, pillows, and table runners, to pot holders, wall hangings, and more! I really can’t wait any more, so scroll down and see for yourself!
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Tips for Working C2C Crochet Patterns
The c2c technique can be challenging until you get the hang of it. You are creating an extra “block” of stitches with each row. You will start out with one block, then two, then three, etc.
To do this, you work a long starting chain and then work 3 sts (usually dc) into the last 3 chains. Then you turn and do the same to make a new block. This time, to work the second block you will slip stitch into the ch-space of the very first block and then work 3 sts around the starting chain.
Don’t worry if that sounds totally confusing, there are lots of videos to help out, including the one linked above for the Quick and Easy Baby Blanket. Once you get the hang of it this technique is SO easy! (So please don’t give up if you don’t get it at first!)
To decrease, you’ll just use slip stitches instead of making new blocks and not work into the last block of the row. Keep decreasing until you are left with one block and – boom! – you’re done.
25 FREE Pixel Perfect C2C Crochet Patterns
1. Grateful C2C Table Runner
You can achieve a larger level of detail in a smaller amount of space when working with the mini C2C technique. It’s a great choice for something like a table runner. This design uses a textured boucle yarn for the lettering, which stands out quite nicely against the plain acrylic yarn used for the background.
Designer: Nana’s Crafty Home
Yarn: Lion Brand Homespun and Lion Brand Heartland (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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2. Nordic Christmas Potholder
Here’s another one of our free C2C crochet patterns that uses the mini C2C technique. This nordic inspired potholder will be the star of the show at your Christmas dinner, or you can make it as a gift for the hostess if you’ll be visiting friends and family. The motif isn’t super Christmasy, so you can enjoy it all year long.
Designer: Raffamussa Designs
Yarn: Schachenmayr Catania Solids (Sport Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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3. C2C Wall Hanging
Despite the block-like nature of C2C, you can also use this technique to make more abstract and organic designs. This colorful wall hanging is an excellent example! You only need a small amount of each color of yarn, so it’s a great stash buster. The pattern includes detailed instructions on reading C2C charts, which is super helpful for newbies!
Designer: Morine’s Shop
Yarn: (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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4. Bonfire Blanket Wrap
Using the C2C technique for accessories is pure genius! The subtle texture and lace of C2C really shines in this blanket wrap design. I also love the long diagonal lines of color. It’s such a refreshing take on the old horizontal vs vertical stripes debate. The pattern has both video and written instructions that make it easy to customize the width and length of the wrap to your liking.
Designer: Fiber Flux
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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5. C2C Color Fade Dishcloth
This ombre dishcloth is almost too pretty to use as intended! It doesn’t take a color theory master to combine different shades of the same color, but the effect is nothing short of genius! You can whip up these trendy dishcloths with ease using the traditional C2C technique. Plus, it’s a great project for scrap yarn.
Designer: Sarah Naiarlez for WeCrochet
Yarn: Knit Picks Shine Sport (Sport Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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6. Tote Bag Seaside
Another thing that C2C does really well is geometric designs. The Tote Bag Seaside is certainly no exception. It is made from 8 individual C2C squares that are joined together to form a stunning kaleidoscope. And yet it looks perfectly seamless! Scroll down the page for the English version of the free crochet pattern.
Designer: Melanchillo
Yarn: Scheepjes Catona (Sport Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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7. C2C Pop Art Flowers
I can honestly say that I’ve never seen anything quite like this in crochet! This blanket is a work of art. The way that the artist used the blocky C2C crochet technique to create the organic shapes of flowers is just stunning, and I especially love the use of the variegated yarn here. I’m not a huge fan of variegated yarn, but it definitely works here!
Designer: Yarnspirations Design Studio
Yarn: Caron One Pound and Caron Jumbo (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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8. Cuddle Up Dinosaur Blanket
This is no ordinary crochet blanket pattern! The design features a spiked hood, little holes for the hands, and a row of spikes down the back. When your child wears it they will be magically transformed into a dinosaur. Any child would love wearing this blanket and stomping around the house in it!
Designer: Moogly
Yarn: Caron One Pound (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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9. C2C Zebra
How stinking cute is this zebra? This design is part of a safari series. The idea is that you make all the different squares and join them together to form a blanket. Of course, you could also use this square on its own. Add a dowel and hang it on the wall – boom, instantly adorable nursery art.
Designer: Loveable Loops Crochet Design
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Solids (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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10. Nova Triangle Scarf
If you’ve ever started a big C2C project only to discover that you won’t have enough yarn (or, ahem, motivation) to finish, don’t fret! Check out this genius lightbulb moment of an idea – a C2C triangle scarf! The excellent drape of C2C and the fact that there’s basically no holes makes it well suited to a scarf design. Finish it off with a decorative picot stitch edging and you’re done!
Designer: SmileyGoose Website
Yarn: Knit Picks Paragon (Sport Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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11. X Marks the Spot C2C Accent Pillow
Here’s one of our free crochet C2C patterns that’s a little more grown up. This strikingly modern throw pillow would look right at home on a magazine cover. Despite its exceptional appearance, it’s super easy to make compared to other C2C projects because there’s only 2 colors and the geometric design is fairly simple. There’s also a coordinating afghan pattern.
Designer: Fly the Distance Co. for Make and Do Crew
Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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12. Lavender Garden C2C Scarf
Every once in a while a design comes along that’s really special. The Lavender Garden C2C scarf uses the C2C technique with a twist. Every other row of blocks is skipped! It’s hard to explain in just a few words, but it’s actually pretty easy and the effect is just lovely. There’s nothing quite like a bit of lace to make your crochet projects feel a little more fancy.
Designer: Nana’s Crafty Home
Yarn: Caron Cotton Cakes (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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13. C2C Mushroom Afghan Square
I’ve been seeing a lot of mushrooms popping up on my social media feeds lately! These fabulous fungi have certainly been enjoying their time in the spotlight. They’ve never looked cuter than in this blocky C2C square. This design is part of a whole series of C2C plants. Make them all and you can make an entire blanket of plants.
Designer: Divine Debris
Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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14. C2C Baby Blanket
Here’s another one of our free C2C crochet patterns that puts a twist on the technique. This design combines regular C2C with bobble stitches to spell out a sweet sentiment: “No Bunny Loves You Like I DO”. The monochrome design also features a picot scallops border. This is a great project for folks who hate changing colors!
Designer: Crafting Happiness
Yarn: Marriner Double Knit (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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15. Modern C2C Blanket
Here’s another one for all you color change haters out there. Who would have thought that a plain monochrome C2C crochet blanket could look this fancy? This is the perfect project for lazy evenings spent watching TV. Why go out when you can spend your time relaxing with this beautiful blanket?
Designer: MJ’s Off the Hook Design
Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted (Held Double = Bulky Weight #5)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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16. Fractal Throw
C2C crochet does it again! This stunning throw ticks all the boxes: cozy, modern, and easy. The geometric design makes such a big visual impact that it’s honestly surprising how easy it is to make. I would honestly be worried if I started crocheting this blanket for someone else that I would just decide to keep it instead!
Designer: Hooked Hazel
Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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17. C2C Alphabet Wall Hanging
I am definitely going to keep this free C2C crochet alphabet pattern in mind the next time I need to decorate a room or throw a party. There are a lot of great applications for this design. I would use it to make a monogram wall hanging, a giant Happy Birthday sign, or a cute sign for the kitchen that says “EAT!”
Designer: Eye Love Knots
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Solids (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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18. Neapolitan C2C Blanket
Each square of this neapolitan C2C blanket is worked individually. I know that some people don’t like all that extra sewing, but doing it this way does have some benefits. Making the project piece by piece is easier on your wrists, and it also makes it easier to take your crochet with you on a trip.
Designer: Divine Debris
Yarn: Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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19. Easy C2C Infinity Scarf
Who knew that a C2C crochet scarf could look this good? I love the casual drape, the cozy solidness of the fabric, and the lovely diagonal lines of color. The best part is that it’s perfectly beginner friendly. Both video and written formats are available, and the written instructions include step-by-step photos.
Designer: Cosy Rosie UK
Yarn: Hayfield Spirit (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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20. Whispering Arrow Shawl
The crochet ingenuity continues with our next free crochet pattern. This crochet designer set out to make C2C crochet more lacy and she definitely succeeded! This gorgeous triangle shawl combines both regular solid and special lace C2C blocks for a really cool “hidden picture” effect that you can only see when the shawl is laid out flat.
Designer: Moogly
Yarn: Red Heart It’s a Wrap Rainbow (Sport Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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21. 8-bit Love Pillow
Punchy colors and iconic 8-bit hearts form the basis of this attractive C2C crochet pillow. This is a great project for practicing your C2C crochet techniques – particularly working with bobbins. Just figure out how many yards you need for each heart and wrap them up in a bobbin so they’re ready to go when you get there.
Designer: Haak Maar Raak
Yarn: Scheepjes Organicon (Fingering Weight #1)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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22. Ribbon C2C Table Coasters
Turn up the class with a smooth and shiny ribbon yarn. The thickness of the ribbon yarn makes these coasters particularly sturdy and solid. The addition of the little leather tag also takes this design up a notch. The designer really elevated the basic coaster to something elegant that would look great on any table. There’s also a matching potholder design!
Designer: Tine Sommer Hansen for Hobbii
Yarn: Hobbii Ribbon (Super Bulky Weight #6)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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23. C2C Barn Quilt Blanket
Calling all rustic lovers! This quilt-inspired C2C crochet blanket is truly a work of art! The geometric nature of the pattern makes it easy for you to tell what colors go where as you crochet. I also like that all the patches of color are quite large, so you don’t have to switch colors as often. The pattern is freely available in 3 different blanket sizes.
Designer: Hooked Hazel
Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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24. Diamond Trees C2C Scarf
Have a little fun with free C2C crochet patterns for scarves like this one! The playful geometric design will almost be as fun to crochet as it is to wear. The scarf is nice and wide so you can also drape it around your shoulders and wear it like a wrap. The design is crocheted in 3 separate panels and then joined together.
Designer: HanJan Crochet
Yarn: Deramores Studio Anti-Pilling Aran (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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25. Rainbow C2C Cushion Cover
Add a pop of color to a basic crochet pillow cover with a couple sections of beautiful rainbow stripes. This is a great project for using up scrap yarn, and the resulting project is sure to brighten up any room. If you’re handy with a needle, you can save time by sewing a fabric backing onto your pillow cover instead of crocheting another square.
Designer: Hook to Loop
Yarn: Scheepjes Colour Crafter (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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More Free C2C from Love.Life.Yarn!
Race Car Blanket
Just the thing for someone in your life who loves race cars! I’m a mom of four boys, so this was a hit at my house (and a fight ensued LOL).
Designer: Amanda Saladin from Love.Life.Yarn
Yarn: Bernat Blanket (Super Bulky #6)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Easy c2c Striped Baby Blanket
Use the Bernat Blanket Stripes yarn to create a super easy, super cozy c2c baby blanket!
Designer: Love.Life.Yarn
Yarn: Bernat Blanket Stripes
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, these free C2C crochet patterns are the bees knees! I seriously can’t get enough of all these C2C crochet goodness. Tell me all about your favorite patterns in the comments below! I can’t wait to hear from you.
I look forward to seeing you all again next week for another free crochet pattern round-up. I hope that you all have as much fun reading these posts as I do writing them! Do make sure and click follow so you can get notified when the next post is live.
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Happy Crocheting!
Amanda
