St. Patrick’s Day is one of Ireland most popular and important celebration. That’s the one day of the year, that everyone is wearing green everywhere in Ireland and in most parts of the UK.
This holiday’s most popular symbols is the cute, little shamrock. It’s traditional to pit it to your coat, jacket, or purse. It’s a symbol of happiness and prosperity. Due to the legend, St. Patrick used a shamrock to describe to all people the essence of the Holy Trinity. Making those cute decorations will help you celebrate this amazing holiday and you can also gift them to your friends, because these project works up really fast! Take a look at examples below and search for links to free patterns under the pictures.
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1. Horseshoe AppliqueÂ
If  you’re looking for a last minute decor idea for St. Patrick’s day, this horseshoe will be just perfect for your! It’s colorful, fun and very easy to make, it will make a cute embellishment for the holiday!
- DESIGNED by GoldenLucyCrafts
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Go to the pattern:
Horseshoe Applique see more here
2. St Patrick’s ShamrocksÂ
Those pretty and very happy looking shamrocks are so adorable! They will the the perfect brooch to your coat or jacket. Make a bunch of them for your friend and family, so you can happily celebrate together!
- DESIGNED by Jen Hayes
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Go to the pattern:
St. Patrick’s Shamrocks see more here
3. Shamrock AmigurumiÂ
This little happy shamrock is a cutie! It’s gonna make an adorable lucky charm for your friend and family to always keep it close. It will remember them of you. Adorable and fast to make!
- DESIGNED by Spin a Yarn Crochet
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Go to the pattern:
Shamrock Amigurumi see more here
4. Shamrock in a HatÂ
This happy little fellow will make a splendid decoration for St. Patrick’s Day. You can pin it to your coat and celebrate! It will also be a cute addition to children backpacks and a sweet key chain.
- DESIGNED by GoldenLucyCrafts
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Go to the pattern:
Shamrock In A Hat see more here
5. Leprechaun Gonk
Saint Patrick’s Day will be here any minute, so grab your crocheting tools and make this sweet little amigurumi in the pictures below! Just look at how incredibly sweet he is! The pattern includes instructions on how to make a tail coat, top hat with shamrock and underclothing.
- DESIGNED by Ling Ryan
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Ling Ryan / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on hookedonpatterns.com/a-gonks-, or read more about it on Ravelry.
6. Irish Elf
If you can’t wait for this year St. Patrick’s Day, make sure to check out this pattern for a sweet elf! This sweet doll will not only make a fantastic decoration for your home, but it will be a fantastic gift for your kiddo, especially if your kiddo loves elves, fairies and magical creatures.
- DESIGNED by poppycrochetdesign
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by poppycrochetdesign / Instagram.com
Find original free pattern on Instagram here and here.
7. Crochet Four Leaf Clover / Shamrock
This fantastic shamrock applique in the pictures below will be a fantastic addition to any spring and summer project, especially the ones made for St. Patrick’s Day! It’s a very easy, step – by – step tutorial, that every beginner will be able to follow.
- DESIGNED by seeloveshare.it
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by seeloveshare.it / seeloveshare.it
Find original free pattern on seeloveshare.it
8. Crochet Clover Shamrock
A green shamrock looks fantastic as an applique for St. Patrick’s Day, or any other time of the year! These lovely decors were made with worsted weight yarn and you can add them to a hat, scarf, bag, shawl, blanket and more! Great stash buster and fast project for a lazy afternoon.
- DESIGNED by naztazia.com
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by naztazia.com / naztazia.com
Find original free pattern on naztazia.com
9. Shamrock Afghan
Saint Patrick’s Day is coming up, so get ready to crochet some fun projects, like this afghan by Coats & Clark with adorable shamrocks all over it. It’s a timeless pattern, that you will simply love and it’s also a great gift idea for your friends and family!Â
- DESIGNED by Coats & Clark
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Coats & Clark / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
10. Fields of Clover Afghan
How are your St. Patrick’s Day projects going? I’m sure you’ve got room for at least one more fun project and we totally got you covered! Take a look at this pretty afghan in the pictures below. It’s made by Premier Yarns and it’s made using simple granny squares with smakrock in the center of each one.Â
- DESIGNED by Premier Yarns
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Premier Yarns / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on premieryarns.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
11. St. Patrick’s Day Treat Bag
Saint Patrick’s Day is almost here, so making a cute crochet bag for tiny treats, like the one in the pictures below will be such a fantastic way to spend your afternoon! Feel free to fill these with your kiddos (or friends) favorite candy. And have fun!
- DESIGNED by Rebecca Langford
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Rebecca Langford / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnandchai.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
12. Leprechaun Stuck in Wreath
This cute wreath in the pictures below is so much fun, don’t you think? It’s a fantastic variation on the Halloween version of this wreath (make sure to check it out on the author’s site!). It will make all your guests smile and laugh – as it should!
- DESIGNED by StringyDingDing
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by StringyDingDing / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on stringydingding.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
13. Klavertje Vier
There is nothing more traditional and timeless you can create for St. Patrick’s Day decoration than a simple green clover. Ami Fan has shared this simple pattern that will help you craft both a three-leaf clover and the lucky four-leaf one. Pin it to your outfit, attach it to your bag or simply decorate your home with it. Simple, minimalistic yet still in the proper green vibe.
- DESIGNED by Ami Fan
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor – applique
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Ami Fan / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on Ravelry.
14. Saint Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Gnome
We are all in for the seasonal and festive decorations that will last for years instead of wasting resources on one-year wonders. We bet Jen Hayes has the same approach, hence such a great decorative piece was designed. This friendly gnome will spend many St. Patrick’s Days with you without looking tired or bored with being your new favorite occasional decoration. And if you won’t feel like letting it go after the celebrations, it can be a great night time plushie.
- DESIGNED by Jen hayes
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Jen Hayes / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on jenhayescreations.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
15. St Patrick’s Day Baby Booties
Important and fun celebrations, like St. Patrick’s Day could and should be spent with the whole family, even with the smallest members of it. Jo Edwards knows that and what’s even better, she has created a baby booties design to match this particular festivity. If those would be your first boots to crochet, do not worry, the gold at the end of the rainbow is this easy, well explained pattern that every beginner will enjoy following.
- DESIGNED by Jo Edwards
- PROJECT TYPE baby booties
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Jo Edwards / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on jototheworld.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
16. St Patrick’s Day Treat Bag
There is no bad occasion to gather some delicious treats in a fancy and decorative purse. St. Patrick’s day is no different, hence this whimsical pattern by Rebecca Langford. This one is leprechaun-approved and accepts all the chocolate that has been wrapped in gold. Easy to create thanks to the beginner-friendly and well written pattern, but not that easy to resist. Try it this year and enjoy it for many years to come!
- DESIGNED by Rebecca Langford
- PROJECT TYPE st. patrick’s day decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Rebecca Langford / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnandchai.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
17. St Patricks Day Shamrock Baby Booties
From day one, through the first year of life, some lucky baby can rock those shamrock baby booties for St Patrick’s Day festivities. Olivia Kent has designed and shared the pattern for several sizes of crochet baby boots that a leprechaun would be jealous of. You can also swap the green shades for more universal hues and transform those into all-year-round handcrafted additions to the baby’s look.
- DESIGNED by Olivia Kent
- PROJECT TYPE baby booties
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photos by Hopeful Honey / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on hopefulhoney.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
18. St patricks Day Mug Cozy
If a pint of green beer is not your drink of choice for St Patrick’s Day and you prefer to spend your time chilling on the sofa with a cup of hot tea, Jo Edwards has prepared a perfect pattern for you. This Mug Cozy is not only very practical, keeping your beverage warm for a long time, but it also brings some Irish celebration ambiance into your home without being too much. Clever button closure keeps the accessory wrapped tightly around your favorite mug.
- DESIGNED by Jo Edwards
- PROJECT TYPE mug cozy
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Jo Edwards / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on jototheworld.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
19. St Patricks Day Wine Glass Lanyard
Can you be more prepared for the festivities of St Patrick’s Day than with this whimsical wine glass holder? Or in fact to any other standing event? Because with this creative Jo Edwards’ pattern you will arm yourself with a practical solution to every casual cocktail party you will attend. Just swap the color to something more transitional and you are ready to go, whatever time of the year it is.
- DESIGNED by Jo Edwards
- PROJECT TYPE cup holder
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Jo Edwards / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on jototheworld.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
20. St. Patrick’s Day Gnome
The leprechaun gnome is a staple decoration during the greenest day of the year. Lindsey Dale has prepared a very lucky crochet crochet pattern for us to enjoy. The pattern comes with very detailed work and materials instructions. It will keep you in a good mood and smiling the whole day while also introducing the festive style into your home. He will sit quietly in a corner to make his magic without you even noticing.Â
- DESIGNED by Lindsey Dale
- PROJECT TYPE amigurumi
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos Lindsey Dale / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on windingroadcrochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
21. St Patricks Day Can Cozy
Keep your mug, or bottle, or can safe and in a good grip with this cozy by Jo Edwards. It’s also a great way to introduce some of the St Patrick’s Day decorations without going too far. No matter whether you’re celebrating inside or outside, this accessory will for sure be very practical and will save you from lots of trouble. But hey, you can use it not only one day per year, swap the colors if you’d like and make it an all-year-rounder!
- DESIGNED by Jo Edwards
- PROJECT TYPE mug cozy
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos Jo Edwards / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on jototheworld.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
22. Shamrock Table Runner
Run that special day with proper home decor that’s not only pretty and festive, but also very practical indeed. Raine Eimre has created this cute crochet table runner for our pleasure of crocheting and dining by such a beautiful table setting. Make it all in one neutral color to make this piece relevant for everyday dining, perfectly fitting your interior.
- DESIGNED by Raine Eimre
- PROJECT TYPE table runner
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos Raine Eimre / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on handmadebyraine.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
23. Lucky Leprechaun Coasters
Your beautiful surfaces at home will be very lucky not getting stained and damaged thanks to these leprechaun coasters created by Yarnspirations Design Studio. It’s a fun amigurumi take on the table setting this year’s St. Patrick’s Day. To be honest, not only this year’s as those will for sure serve you well for a few next celebrations as such zero waste accessories are also reusable and durable.
- DESIGNED by Yarnspirations Design Studio
- PROJECT TYPE coaster
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos Yarnspirations Design Studio / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
24. Shamrock Garland & Confetti
All in just one super easy crochet pattern, that’s the handcraft luck we like! With this beginner friendly pattern from Yarnspirations Design Team, you can throw some luck at your house in the form of soft and plastic-free confetti, or decorate it with an endless shamrock garland. This will work very well not only during the St. Patricks day, but also for any Spring and Summer event that embraces the power of the green leaves.
- DESIGNED by Yarnspirations Design Team
- PROJECT TYPE garland
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos Yarnspirations Design Team / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
25. Three Leaf Clover Pin
We all could use some luck in our life so there is no bad day to wear a crochet shamrock pin. Rohn Strong has made this pattern to be a super easy, beginner friendly one, because there is no point in struggling with such an important matter as luck. Add a clip to the finished three leaf clover and wear it on your jacket, your backpack, or maybe just store it in your wallet for that extra security.
- DESIGNED by Rohn Strong for Yarnspirations
- PROJECT TYPE pin appliqué
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos Rohn Strong / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
26. Clover Stuffie
St. Patrick’s Day is coming up soon and if you love the culture of Ireland, this crochet clover toy is a good choice. This toy pattern is designed for beginners. It won’t take much time or yarn. But you will make a really cute piece of decoration that you can use anywhere. Another option is to turn this clover toy into a keychain.
- DESIGNED by Sara Sach
- PROJECT TYPE decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Sara Sach / Ravelry.com
Find the original free pattern on poshpoochdesignsdogclothes.blogspot.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
27. Shamrock
Appliques are great when you want to decorate something for a holiday, but don’t want to overdo it. These clover appliques are great for pillowcases, blankets, sweaters and even bags. Plus, they’re easy to make and you can use your scraps. St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, so save this project and let yourself relax for a moment.
- DESIGNED by Carmen Dawson
- PROJECT TYPE decor
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Carmen Dawson / Ravelry.com
Find the original free pattern on Instagram, or read more about it on Ravelry.