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18 Chic Crochet Shrug Patterns

18 Chic Crochet Shrug Patterns

18 Chic Crochet Shrug Patterns

The crochet shrug is a perfect mix of casual and light, and cozy and warm. These sweater jackets are a great option to provide a little bit of warmth on chilly fall days or to wear in an air-conditioned office setting. Pair one of these crochet cardigans with a tank and a pair of your slacks and you have a great outfit for work or after-work drinks with your co-workers. This is a cozy wardrobe essential.

Most crochet shrug patterns are easy to work up and as far as garments go, are quite simple to assemble. Most are worked as a basic shape and then seamed in the arms and then sleeve are added (or not for some crochet patterns). You'll also notice that most shrugs are made using pretty basic crochet stitches. You'll be amazed at how easy it is to learn to crochet a shrug.

These free crochet shrug patterns are great for keeping you warm and cozy on dreary, rainy days. Once you put one on, you’ll be asking yourself “Why haven’t I been wearing a crochet shrug all along?” 

Before we get to the list, one thing to note is that most shrugs are actually simple rectangles seamed together. If you enjoy crocheting simple shapes like rectangles, you may want to check out our Crochet Anything with Rectangles class where you'll take the basic shape you already have down pat and turn it into useful, practical, and beautifully professional projects.

Wrap Me Tender Shrug

This crochet shrug sweater is very easy to make and you can choose between two sizes, S/M and L/XL The crochet shrug pattern uses a simple pattern repeat and there is also a stitch graph in the pattern. The is a beginner-friendly crochet pattern and has many pictures that help explain the various steps.

Via Yarnhild

Wrap Me Tender Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Done In A Day Shrug

This easy crocheted shrug can be made in just a day! Using a large size L 8.00mm hook and chunky yarn, you will work up a simple rectangular shape. A crochet photo tutorial will walk you through how to fold and seam the piece to create a cozy shrug. Finish it off with a simple ribbed collar and cuffs at the sleeves. Makes a great last-minute gift or a nice way to use up your chunky yarn to make something for yourself this winter!

Via Mama In A Stitch

Done in a Day Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Dakota Shrug

This oversized free crochet shrug pattern is perfect for the chillier months. It’s stylish and comfy, and it’s easy to crochet too. 

Via Hooked On Tilly

Dakota Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Juno Shrug

Who doesn’t love a good cozy blanket? But wearing them out seems to be frowned upon. Which is basically what led to the creation of the Juno Crochet Shrug pattern. A blanket you can wear in public. It works up super quick with chunky yarn and is truly the coziest go to crochet sweater in my closet. 

Via Stitch & Hustle

Juno Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Airy Shrug

The Airy Shrug crochet pattern is essentially just a crocheted rectangle. To make it into a garment, you have to assemble it to make the armholes. The shape of this crochet garment is not your typical bum-hugging crochet shrug, as it is shorter. But, it is a unique crochet piece for your wardrobe. I’m tempted to also call it a crochet shawl because it would function in the same way as a summer shawl.

Via Joy of Motion Crochet

Airy Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Meadow Lace Shrug

The Meadow Lace Shrug idea came from the need to try something new. Shrugs for women are so simple yet stylish. Of course, making one is an amazing idea! The Meadow Lace Shrug is an all free crochet pattern that will teach you how to crochet a shrug that’s easy and cute.

Via MyCrochetory

Meadow Lace Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

No Seam Shrug

Imagine making a crochet cardigan with no seaming. Well, with this crochet pattern, that’s exactly what you’ll have. It’s a cropped shrug that will be a sweet addition to any outfit. 

Via The Painted Hinge

No Seam Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Navajo Blanket Shrug

For this free crochet shrug pattern, it was inspired by a very common design that can be found on many southwestern blankets. If you’re looking for creative things to crochet, you won’t want to miss this pattern. 

Via Make & Do Crew

Navajo Blanket Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Granny Cocoon Shrug

One of the best crochet projects this summer is this granny square cocoon shrug. The crochet sweater pattern has a vintage, almost bohemian vibe to it. It’s really unique and easy to love. 

Via Rove Handmade

Granny Cocoon Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Granny Shrug

This Granny Shrug Free Crochet Pattern can make an attractive piece of clothing for winter. It is made from two granny hexagons joined together. It can be made in a wide range of sizes from child to adult, just keep adding rounds until it gets to the size you want. The color in the photo below is already pretty nice. You can choose whatever color you might like for this crochet cardigan pattern though.

Via Thornberry

Granny Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Aurora Shrug

There are projects for quick last-minute gifts and projects that take a little more time but are worth the wait! This free crochet shawl pattern takes more time than others but it’s so beautiful you’ll appreciate you took the time to make it. Add this to your list of crochet ideas for Christmas as it makes a great gift!

Via Designs By Phanessa

Aurora Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Collared Cocoon Shrug

A gorgeous painterly shade of super bulky chunky yarn is combined with a sensational easy-to-crochet cocoon shape. The crochet pattern includes 8 sizes to fit extra small to 5X. This is an amazing crochet sweater pattern for anyone. 

Via Red Heart

Collared Cocoon Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Cozy Cardigan Shrug

The body of the crochet cardigan is a regular fit and super cozy.  The extra collar and ribbing that wraps around the entire cardigan gives you an extra cozy element and creates a great added texture! It uses a few different crochet stitches for added appeal. 

Via Maria's Blue Crayon

Cozy Cardigan Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Chunky Crochet Shrug

Give this crochet shrug pattern a try and you will fall in love with it. Easy crochet patterns like this one are so simple to work up and they’re always a blast. Don’t deny yourself by missing out on this crochet shrug. 

Via YarnHookNeedles

Chunky Crochet Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Season-Spanning Crochet Shrug

Make a free crochet shrug pattern to span every season. This beautiful crochet tutorial is figure-flattering and comfortable for any breezy night. If you don't have a cozy cardigan to throw on any time there's a nip in the air, you're missing out! This delicious crochet pattern is a great intermediate project to work up. It's great on summer nights, fall afternoons, and spring mornings!

Via Fave Crafts

Season-Spanning Crochet Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

The Heart Lines Shrug

The Heart Lines shrug is a practical cocoon crochet cardigan which is fun and easy to make using easy crochet stitches and a little colour work (but not so much that the ends will drive you nuts!). Use bright colours as pictured to create a bold look or stick to neutrals or monochrome This is a great pattern for beginner crocheters as it uses only simple stitches, a straightforward stitch repeat and easy construction. 

Via Dora Does

Heart Lines Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Sporty Luna Crochet Shrug

These strips of crochet fabric have a pretty flower centered in the rows. Inspired by the traditional techniques of Bruges Lace, the addition of large crochet chains at the beginning of each row is an important design feature to join the strips together without sewing. This is one of the nicest free crochet shrug patterns. Your friends will think it’s designer, and they’re not wrong. 

Via Kristin Omdahl

Sporty Luna Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Easy Light Frost Crochet Blanket Sweater Shrug

This beautiful crochet shrug pattern is so easy to make as it's crocheted as a basic rectangle and then folded and seamed to create the sleeves. You will find an entire stitch tutorial as well as a written pattern with the gorgeous sweater. It's made with a stitch that is super simple, yet it creates a knit look in some portions of the shrug. Pick up some self-striping yarn and get started today on this beauty! It makes a wonderful year-round piece.

Via Mama In A Stitch

Easy Light Frost Crochet Blanket Sweater Shrug - These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Free crochet shrug patterns are typically easier than full-size crochet sweater patterns. They’re like a mix between a crochet cardigan and a crochet blanket.

These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to pump up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. 

Which one will you start with?

These crochet shrugs for women are cozy, comfortable and stylish. Everything you need to punp up your Fall/Winter wardrobe. #CrochetShrug #CrochetShrugPatterns #FreeCrochetPatterns

Stephanie Powell

Saturday 20th of August 2022

There is a really good assortment of shrug patterns.

Portal

Friday 13th of November 2020

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Amanda

Tuesday 30th of July 2019

These are all so beautiful! I really like the Granny cocoon Shrug plus the Meadow lace Shrug, then the Easy Light Frost Crochet Blanket Sweater Shrug. LOL! I can't choose they are all amazing. Thanks Amanda

Diana

Monday 29th of July 2019

I love these patterns!

Lois Snyder

Monday 29th of July 2019

I like 1) Granny Cocoon 2) Aurora 3) The Heart Lines 4) Meadow Lace is gorgeous but to airy for me.