by Thom W. Conroy

Created on: April 15, 2009

Crochet patterns can be a great way to add to the decor of an entire home or a single room, the only restrictions being a crofters imagination and the allowable time to pursue the art. Pineapple crochet patterns that are free are especially useful in presenting a crafter with an opportunity to add rich texture and a fruit theme without incurring the expense or retail items that can be quite costly when purchased in volume. On the internet, most of the free crochet Pineapple patterns are designed to be completed by crafters with average skills, although a few can be tricky and are best left for those who have extensive crocheting experience. For the majority of the free Pineapple patterns however, the projects can be successfully finished by a beginner with good patience due to their smaller size.

When attempting a free crochet Pineapple pattern it is suggested to read through the pattern thoroughly before starting a project. The reasons for this are many, but at the root is that the pattern may not be written as clearly as the author had hoped, or that the free crochet pattern is beyond the skill level of the person desiring to attempt it. Here are some very good free crochet Pineapple patterns to try:

Elegant Pineapple Bookmark - This is a very simple and absolutely beautiful pineapple crochet pattern, available at http://www.jpfun.com/patterns/free/bookmarks/f110006 elegpineapplebkmk.shtml

Pistilli Pineapples Doily - This is a pretty and colorful Pineapple Doily pattern that is very clever in it's design, this is available at http://www.io.com/~cortese/crafts/pistilli_pineapple .html

Pineapple Dishcloth - An easy pattern to make, and a good amount of fun had in making it too. This pattern is available at http://inspiredcrochetdesign.blogspot.com/2008/05/pi neapple-trivitdishcloth.html

Pineapple Scarf - An incredibly unique and attractive Pineapple crochet pattern that will look good on everyone, available at http://mylittlecitygirl.com/?p=2578

Pineapple Coaster - This is a cute pineapple coaster pattern that is 5 inches around and designed for medium difficulty, available at http://www.crochetpatty.com/patterns/thread/pineappl ecoaster.html

Pineapple Blossoms Doily - This is a 10.5 inch round crocheted pineapple lace pattern that is easier to make than it looks, available at http://www.maggiescrochet.com/free-maggies-crochet-p ineapple-blossoms-doily-pattern-p-62.html

Round Pineapple Tablecloth - This is a very pretty round pineapple tablecloth pattern, available at http://www.craftown.com/crochet/pat33.htm

Pineapple Swan Fridgie - This is a crocheted pineapple fridgie pattern that is 4.75 inches tall by 4.25 inches wide and is really cute, available at http://www.crochetmemories.com/archive/may10.html

Del uxe Pineapple Hat - A warm and beautiful design, this crochet pineapple pattern is fairly easy to make. The pattern is available at http://hubpages.com/hub/Deluxe-Pineapple-Hat

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