The Q hook is 15mm (sometimes 16mm) around, and is a great size for those who have trouble holding onto smaller hooks. They also make nice thick fabric at super speed. Satisfying and fun to use, it's the star of the show today, with these fun free patterns that are quick to crochet with a Q hook! Now updated with even more free patterns!
Crochet hooks range from the tiny little steel hooks used with thread, all the way up to the monster Z hook - a whopping 35mm hook only available by special order from custom hook makers. You won't find many patterns calling for a Z hook, but you will find quite a few that use the Q hook!
10 18 Free Patterns to Crochet with a Q Hook:
Click the names of the patterns you like to go to their pattern pages!
- The Black Hole Cowl by Laura Jansen, a Ravelry download: This cowl works up in an evening using Super Bulky yarn and is super easy to make - great for beginners!
- Granny Shrug, by Thornberry: Two big hexagons and you've got a sweater! Make it in any size, from child to adult - just keep adding rows until the hexagons are the size you need.
- 5 ½ Hour Throw by Lion Brand Yarn: This pattern is available in lots of yarns - use whatever you have on hand!
- Plush Clutch by Trish Young, on genuine mudpie: I love the look of this super cushiony purse! There's a handy photo tutorial here, which makes this pattern another great choice for beginners.
- Chunky Winter Headband by Briana Olsen, a Ravelry download: This warm, thick headband is a great way to keep your ears toasty this winter!
- Chunk Slouch by Hailey Redden, on Cloverchild's Blog: If you've got 20 minutes and 81 yards of Super Bulky yarn, you can make this hat! Only 8 rows and done. Love that!
- Ice Mountain Snowflake Rug by Deborah Atkinson, on Snowcatcher: I love this. So much. So soft and plush, and a fantastic stashbuster!
- Striped Dog Sweater by Shiri Mor, on Lion Brand Yarn: Don't forget our furry friends! The cold weather can be hard on pets, but this pattern will have them warmed up in a flash.
- One Skein Shawlette by PurpleIguana, a Ravelry download: One skein, one hour, one Q hook, and you'll have one shawlette ready to wear!
- Supersized See My Stitches Scarf by Nina Leon, on Hooker's Don't Bite: Two skeins of brightly colored yarn held together make up this great looking scarf. The oversized stitches are interesting and fun with this mix of colors!
- Chic Halftime Shawl on Moogly: A great stashbuster!
- Care Package Throw on Moogly: A super fast blanket when you need to send love now!
- Spring Rain Lapghan on Moogly: Gotta love these fast blankets!
- Modern Luxe Throw on Moogly: This one is very unique!
- St. Nicholas Throw on Moogly: Something for the holidays!
- Big Sky Shawl on Moogly: This basic shawl is extra cozy in Homespun!
- Hurry Up Holiday Cowl and Hat on Moogly: A matching set that works up in about an hour!
- Snowdrifts Afghan on Moogly: Another quick blanket, this time with sparkles!
The Q hook is also a great choice for crocheting with alternative materials, such as plarn, t-shirts, or rags. I've made a plarn bag that's perfect for trips to the beach or pool, and putting together this list added a few more future projects to my list! Have you ever crocheted with a Q hook? What's your favorite big hook pattern? Share in the comments!
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Nina Leon says
I love that Snowflake Rug!
trish says
thank you so much for the mention! what a great list of large hook projects!
Snowcatcher says
What an awesome and unique collection! This should really appeal to a lot of people, especially with so little time left to craft gifts!
Merry Christmas!
moogly says
Thanks Snowcatcher - you know I love your patterns! 😀 Merry Christmas to you too!
Anna says
What a really fine selection. I just love nr. 7.Ice Mountain Snowflake Rug.
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful collection.
Grace says
oh I might have to make that blanket!!! thanks for posting 🙂
Tamara Kelly says
😀 You're welcome Grace!
Bethel says
I don't have a Q/15.00/16.00 hook... the largest I've used it 10.00 n 12.00... love using them n have made bags... see they are actually called 'bird nest' bags... when I can find a Q hook I'd love to have a go... thanks for all your great search for patterns too... <3
Pixie says
Tamara, why thank you! It is like you read my mind :-)! Had some 10mm yarn and am having some trouble finding interesting projects for it...I think this might be very helpful 😉
Keep up the great work!
Tamara Kelly says
😀 Thanks so much Pixie!!
Laurel Giard says
I really wanted the pattern for the dog sweater. However the link doesn't work. Could you please send it to my email address. I would really appreciate and so would my Gaby girl.
Thank you
Laurel
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Laurel! That pattern has moved to the Lion Brand Website: http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/60541.html 🙂 I'm afraid I cannot email out patterns, as that's a copyright violation.
Elizabeth Pritchard says
The granny shrug isnt linked anymore. Any idea where I can find it?
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Elizabeth! Thanks for the heads up, looks like she took her blog down. Luckily, I found another post with the pattern and have updated the list above! Here's the new link: https://thornberry.wordpress.com/2010/05/31/granny-shrug-how-to/
Mary says
I absolutely love #9 One Skein Shawlette!! I am so happy with how it turned out. Can't wait to make more. Thanks a million!
Tamara Kelly says
😀 I'm so glad to hear it!