Tired of making dishcloths and scarves? There are many ways to construct wearable crochet items. To be able to show off your own handcrafted wearable art is exhilarating. There are many patterns out there from extremely simple and easy to very complex.

Ponchos are a great start to wearable crochet. They are generally easy and you can learn new techniques on things such as edging and joining if you are a beginner. Shawls are also easy to make and you can get experience with some beautiful yarns. There is little to no shaping in these articles so if you are the beginner it is a perfect place to start.

Ponchos can be constructed using something as simple as two triangles to two rectangles. There are many beautiful patterns online or you can use a stitch guide to pick out some beautiful designs. With the retro look being popular once again you can add a great piece to update you own wardrobe.

Shawls are very easy to design. They are generally a large triangle or rectangle. You can make them as sturdy or lacy as you like. Shawls are a great place to practice lacy design stitches. Shawls can bring a touch of romance to your own personal style.

Boleros are a great for the intermediate crocheter. There are many great patterns and great fun yarns for boleros. They range from funky and fun to elegant and classy. They generally are a great place to use minimal shaping. What a great item to add to your wardrobe. You can make several to go over tank tops or jazz up your favorite dresses.

Of course for the more experienced crocheter sweaters, tunics and skirts are just a few of the items you can design or crochet from the many patterns available. There are so many different skill levels in patterns for wearable crochet. There really is no limitation to what you can make for your closet. Use your clothes in the closet as a guide, what are your favorite pieces, what color are they, how are they constructed. This will help you decide what items to start with.

Anyone can add a fun new wardrobe piece to enhance their look or just to show off a little of your handcrafting talent. Remember that your crocheting talent can add a smile to many faces. You could make a shawl for grandmother, a poncho for the teenage in your life, a bolero for that special friend, and well everyone could use a sweater. Making baby sweaters are great for charity as well.

The gifting possibilities are endless. Your friends and family will know how much you care because you have put your energy into making them a wonderful gift. You also get to appreciate those that you make gifts for because often times you think of them as you are making the article. Their favorite colors, what yarns they would like the most and what their styles say about them is on your mind as you decide what project you are going to crochet for them.

At the bottom of this article you will find links to free patterns and patterns that can be bought. These are sites I use when I am looking for that perfect gift for the people I care most about, I hope you enjoy them.

Also I would like to remind you of our forum, links are at the bottom of the article. I would love for you to post a picture of the wearable art you have finished or are working on.