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How to Crochet a Rug: Free Patterns & Tutorials

Crocheted rugs are a wonderful way to add texture, color, and warmth to a space. They come in many styles and techniques, each offering a unique look and feel.

Stitching up a crochet rug not only fits a practical use but also can add a unique style and warmth to any space. Try muted colors for a soft, warm look or vibrant colors for a rug that pops.

Below is a list of many different free crochet rug patterns. The rugs form a variety of styles to choose from and range in difficulty from more detailed to that easy crochet rug pattern. Many of the rug patterns use basic crochet techniques.

Granny square rugs are made by crocheting individual squares and then joining them together to form a rug. One rug below features flowers as opposed to granny squares.

Different floral motifs are first crocheted and then joined together to make a lovely floral rug.

Rag rugs are made from fabric, such as t-shirt fabric or old denim that is braided and crocheted into a rug shape. These rugs are a way to recycle old items into something new and very usable.

Learn how to make your own t-shirt yarn for a rug!

Rugs can be crocheted from jute, along with outdoor cording or clothesline material to make them strong and sturdy. These rugs can be made for outdoor use as well.

Chunky and soft rugs can be crocheted using blanket yarn or roving, which is a material originally used to spin yarn. One rug below is a play mat using the blanket yarn. Another rug is very thick and is made from roving.

Check out the bulky yarn pattern below.

Although oval and circular rugs are the most common, there are also many rugs of other shapes, such as rectangular and even octagonal, found below.

You can also use your crochet skills to crochet mug rugs! These are small rugs to place under cups or mugs. They are larger than a coaster and smaller than a placemat.

Whether you are looking for soft rugs for babies, rugs perfect for rough wear, those for stepping out of the shower, or outdoor rugs, scroll down to find them on this page.

How to Crochet a Rug: Free Patterns & Tutorials

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Baby Play Mat

In about an hour, you can crochet a soft place for tummy time by using plush chunky yarn. Sweet Everly B

Basket Weave Crochet Rug

This crochet rug pattern is worked lengthwise using a basket weave stitch pattern. When finished this large area rug measures 3' x 5'. BHooked

Bath Rug with Rope

This rug is made with inexpensive clothesline. Mama In A Stitch

Bobble Bathmat

Create a chic and modern home bathmat accessory with worsted weight cotton yarn and simple crochet stitches. By Elise Lopez at Ravelry

Boho Waves Rug

Boho Waves Rug

Check out this quick and easy free crochet rug pattern created using the granny ripple stitch! Marching North

Bubble Bathmat

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A beginner level crochet project, introducing the Bubble Bathmat, which utilizes the bubble stitch. Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations

Bubble Gum Accent Rug

To crochet this bright accent rug with colored stripes, choose your favorite colors and then use two strands of yarn held together to stitch using single and half double crochets Yarn and Chai

Checkerboard Rug

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Crochet up a classic two-tone checkerboard rug in your favorite color palette with this free pattern. Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations

Chunky Hexie Rug

Chunky Hexie Rug

This rug is the perfect accent piece to use as a bedside mat or in the bathroom. It measures approx. 29" x 21" and is made with t-shirt yarn and a 12 mm hook. My Poppet

Chunky Wool Rug

This oval shape rug pattern is very simple to make with chunky yarn and basic stitches. Whistle and Ivy

Circle Pattern Rug

Stitching up this cute crochet rug will add warmth to your home decor. It's made with a solid and assorted color fabric yarn that will add a pop of color to your home decor. Petals To Picots

Circular T-Shirt Rug

No crochet hook needed. This t-shirt rug is finger crocheted. Sustain My Craft Habit

Classic Crochet Rug Pattern

Add a modern contemporary touch to your home decor with this classic free crochet rug pattern. It measures 38" x 24" when complete. All Free Crochet

Coastal Indoor Rub

Work up a beach vibe rug for your kitchen or bathroom using this free crochet pattern. Maria's Blue Crayon

Crochet A Rag Rug

With this tutorial learn how to crochet a rag rug using scrap fabric, old sheets, etc. Heart Hook Home

DIY Crochet Scrap Fabric Rag Rug

DIY Crochet Scrap Fabric Rag Rug

With strong twine, lots of scrap fabric, a crochet hook and this free tutorial crochet a rag rug for your home. My Poppet Makes

Easy Round Crochet Rug

Easy Round Crochet Rug

This free rug pattern is simple enough for beginners which is made using single crochet stitches and is started with a magic ring or magic circle. Marching North

Flower Rug

Flower Rug

Make beautiful rugs with this free pattern where individual flower motifs are crocheted and then sewn together. Golden Lucy Crafts

Giant Circular Rug

This rug is made with roving (but you can use strips of fabric, which is a cheaper option). No tools are needed since you use your fingers as your crochet hook. Get the free pattern and watch the video tutorial here. Expression Fiber Arts

Gingham Check Rug

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This gingham design creates a textured rug that enhances any room's decor. Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations

Hearth Rug

Adds warmth in front of the fireplace with this pineapple motif rug. Craft Yarn Council

Jersey Yarn Rug

This tutorial shows how to make yarn from old t-shirts and then proceeds with a free pattern to crochet a rug. Fiskars

Jute Door Mat

Here is a free pattern for using jute cord and a 9 mm hook to make a door mat. Hooked On Crochet

Linen Stitch Scrap Rug

This rug is a crochet stash yarn buster that uses up lots of yarn, very quickly and without weaving in a lot of ends. Stitches n Scraps

Little Waves Crochet Rug

Use these free instructions to crochet the Little Waves Crochet Rug that features double thick V stitches and front post stitches to create little waves across the fabric. Moogly

Loop Flower Rug

Flower Motifs make this rug an interesting addition to your home decor. Donna's Crochet Designs

Mandala Floor Rug

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to make a beautiful crochet rug, made from T-shirt yarn. By Wink at Envato tuts

Millennium Loop Rug

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Free crochet rug pattern featuring an oval shape rug that's the perfect accent piece for the living room or any room in your home. Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations

Natural Stripes Rug

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This soft and absorbent handmade rug is made from a cotton blend yarn stitched with two strands in gentle tones, complementing almost any decor. Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations

Outdoor Rug

This modern, outdoor rug is beginner friendly. It's worked up with paracord using only single crochet stitches. Mama In A Stitch

Oval Rug

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Create a bright springtime striped rug - crochet. Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations

Plush Ribbed Bath Mat

The yarn used (Bernat Blanket Yarn) makes this bathmat squishy. Check out the free pattern. Darling Dana Designs

Purrrect Crochet Play Rug

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Inspire a child's imagaination with this playful mat. It's "purrect" for baby tummy time, crawling around time or play time. Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations

Quick Crochet Rug

This free crochet rug pattern is a vintage crochet basketweave pattern. Free Vintage Crochet

Quiet Moments Rug

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Crochet this octagonal rug for any room in your home, featuring a three color palette scheme and attractive motifs along the outer border. Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations

Racetrack Play Rug

This play rug will provide hours of entertainment for kids. It's crocheted using two strands of yarn held together. ekayg

Rag Rug

This tutorial walks you through the process of making a rag rug by upcycling old sheets. Sugar Bee Crafts

Rag Rug

Rag Rug

How to make a rag rug from old worn-out jeans and lots of cotton yarn scraps. My Poppet Makes

Rag Rugs

Rag Rugs

This t-shirt rag rug project is a great one to start with when using homemade t-yarn from old t-shirts. It has a rustic look. My Poppet Makes

Ripple Rug

Crochet an oval ripple rug in three colorful yarns with a scalloped border. It's approximate size is 27x39 inches. Crochet 'N' More

Round Crochet Rag Rug

In this post, Dedri shows how to crochet a simple round rag rug using simple stitches - single crochet, half-double crochet, or double crochet stitches. Look At What I Made

Scrappy Rug

This crochet rug is the ideal stash buster since the bulky rug is made using eight strands of yarn held together. By Sheila Boyer-Pebbaluna at Ravelry

Squishy Rug

Squishy Rug

In an hour or less, you can crochet a super bulky rug with this free pattern, chunky big or jumbo yarn and a 25 mm jumbo crochet hook. Marching North

T-Shirt Rugs

Here’s a tutorial on how to make a crochet rug by repurposed old t-shirts. One Dog Woof

T-Shirt Yarn Rug

Create a t-shirt yarn rainbow rug using this free pattern. The DIY Mommy

Textured Jute Rug

It's rustic and textured! It's perfect to use indoors or outdoors. Check out the free crochet pattern! Meg Made With Love

Welcome Home Rug

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Transform your home into a cozy and inviting space by crocheting this rug pattern using bulky yarn. Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations





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