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39 Crochet Button Patterns and Projects That Show Them Off

40 crochet patterns featuring buttons, from cardigans and cowls to vintage buttons and whimsical gifts.

A selection of the crochet patterns in 40 Crochet Patterns That Celebrate the Beauty of Crochet Buttons

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These are crochet patterns from independent designers on Etsy. There are 40 to choose from. Under each one are product details based on the designer’s listing, so you can check the skill level, finished size and yarn weight before you buy.

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1. Two-Button Toddler Booties Crochet Pattern 107 Crochet

Two-Button Toddler Booties Crochet Pattern 107 Crochet

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This pattern makes two-button toddler booties in four size ranges: US 5–10, EU 20–27, and UK 4–9. Instructions use American crochet terms and include materials, gauge, and finished measurements.

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2. Crochet Mens Shirt

Crochet Mens Shirt

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Create a timeless men's crochet button-up shirt with this detailed PDF crochet pattern. Perfect for intermediate crocheters, this pattern includes yarn recommendations, hook sizes, stitch explanations, sizing guidance, and finishing instructions to help you create a professional-quality garment.

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3. Dorset Buttons 2-Pack

Dorset Buttons 2-Pack

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~Use as a functional closure for your hand-crafted garments or as a lovely decoration for hats, sweaters, bags, pillows, and more. ~Includes 2 hand-crafted buttons: (1) 1.5 inch and (1) 1.125 inch. Find more buttons here: & section_id=34686084 Explore the Cat's Yarn Barn storefront here: https.

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4. Happy Button Snowman Amigurumi Crochet Pattern (pattern

Happy Button Snowman Amigurumi Crochet Pattern (pattern

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Basic knowledge of single crochet, single crochet decrease, half double crochet, double crochet, slip stitch, and chaining are necessary. This pattern is perfect for making for any little boy or girl or as a fun Christmas/Winter decoration.

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5. Dorset Yarn Buttons

Dorset Yarn Buttons

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~Use as a functional closure for your hand-crafted garments or as a lovely decoration for hats, sweaters, bags, pillows, and more. ~Includes 3 hand-crafted buttons: (1) 1.5 inch and (2) 1.125 inch. Find more buttons here: Explore the Cat's Yarn Barn storefront here.

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6. Crochet Button Flower Pattern Crochet Flower

Crochet Button Flower Pattern Crochet Flower

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Dress up your favorite cardigan, shirt, or bag with these trendy crochet flower button covers. This "quick-make" digital pattern is specifically designed for absolute beginners. Each flower features a functional center hole, allowing you to slide it directly over standard buttons for an instant style upgrade.

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7. Crochet Pattern Chunky Crochet Button Cardigan Cozy dark

Crochet Pattern Chunky Crochet Button Cardigan Cozy dark

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This chunky button-cardigan pattern covers XS–2X and includes a video for the ribbed collar. It requires category-5 yarn, 5.5 mm and 6 mm hooks, and four 1.5-inch buttons.

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8. Crochet Pattern / Easy Cropped Cardigan / Seamless

Crochet Pattern / Easy Cropped Cardigan / Seamless

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A PDF crochet pattern for the cropped Yarrow Cardigan, using bamboo yarn and single and double crochet stitches. The project is suited to advanced beginners.

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9. Crochet Covered Buttons

Crochet Covered Buttons

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Make your own vintage looking crochet covered buttons. Cover old, plastic or wooden buttons with just a few yarns of crochet thread and turn them into pretty wearable Pendants or use them as buttons in your next project. This crochet pattern is considered easy for advanced beginners who are comfortable using crochet thread and tiny steel hooks.

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10. Crochet Cardigan Pattern Beginner Friendly Button-Up

Crochet Cardigan Pattern Beginner Friendly Button-Up

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Crochet cardigan pattern, beginner friendly crochet button up sweater pattern The pattern is written for women XS-S, S-M, and L-XL sizes. It includes abbreviations/stitches needed, materials, measurements, and step-by-step pictures with instructions.

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11. Beginner-Friendly Chunky Crochet Neck Warmer

Beginner-Friendly Chunky Crochet Neck Warmer

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This beginner-friendly neck-warmer pattern uses back-loop double crochet for a ribbed texture and buttons for adjustable styling.

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12. Crochet Pattern 114 Two-Button Children's Boots

Crochet Pattern 114 Two-Button Children's Boots

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This crochet pattern makes double-soled children's two-button boots with reinforced toes for shape and durability. It includes five size ranges from US shoe size 11.5–12.5 through 5–6.

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13. Easy Heart Stitch Cropped Cardigan Pattern Single Button

Easy Heart Stitch Cropped Cardigan Pattern Single Button

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This US-terms crochet pattern makes a two-color cropped cardigan with heart stitch and a single-button closure.

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14. Crochet Pattern: Quick Button Strap Scarf

Crochet Pattern: Quick Button Strap Scarf

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For this pattern, you will need beginner crochet skills. You should know how to create a chain and make a double crochet stitch. Pattern requires worsted weight yarn (10 ply), a size N hook, two buttons 1-2", a measuring tape, and a yarn needle to weave in ends.

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15. The Boxy Blooms Button-Up Cardigan Crochet

The Boxy Blooms Button-Up Cardigan Crochet

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The Boxy Blooms Button-Up crochet pattern makes a soft, cozy cardigan in sizes XS through 5X. It uses standard US terms and includes a full video tutorial.

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16. Crochet PATTERN*Crewe Cardigan-button up

Crochet PATTERN*Crewe Cardigan-button up

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This crochet cardigan pattern uses simple panels with textured sleeves and pockets. Instructions for crocheted buttons are included, or ¾-inch purchased buttons can be substituted.

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17. Crochet Flower Crochet Spring Blossom Necklace

Crochet Flower Crochet Spring Blossom Necklace

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Bring the beauty of spring to your wardrobe with the Spring Blossom Accessories set. This beginner-friendly digital PDF guide teaches you how to create delicate, 3D-effect flowers that are as versatile as they are beautiful.

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18. Button Baby Booties Crochet

Button Baby Booties Crochet

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This advanced-beginner crochet pattern requires chaining, single crochet, hdc2tog, dc3tog and working in the front and back loops.

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19. Towel Hanger Crochet

Towel Hanger Crochet

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A crochet towel-hanger project using a 6 mm hook, two strands of medium-weight yarn, a 3-inch craft ring and a 1-inch shank button.

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20. Crochet Covered Buttons Tutorial: Decorative Round Buttons

Crochet Covered Buttons Tutorial: Decorative Round Buttons

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Easy to make crochet covered buttons. You can sew them on clothes, blankets, pillowcases, make appliques, use for cardmaking, scrapbooking, gift wrapping and more. You will receive a PDF file with step-by-step instructions, pictures and charts/diagrams.

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21. Crochet Mug Cozy

Crochet Mug Cozy

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Mug cozy crochet pattern featuring elegant fan stitch texture, decorative daisy button closure, practical handle tabs for coffee sleeves, and quick 2-3 hour project time-perfect for handmade gift giving to coffee and tea lovers. What You'll Create: A stunning mug cozy featuring delicate fan stitches that create gorgeous texture and visual interest.

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22. the basic crochet button up

the basic crochet button up

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A made-to-measure crochet button-up shirt pattern with instructions for customizing the fit.

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23. Buttons and Bows Dress Crochet

Buttons and Bows Dress Crochet

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This PDF pattern creates a Buttons and Bows dress for babies, toddlers, or girls. The easy design uses extended single crochet and DK yarn.

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24. Crochet Pattern Chunky Button Cardigan Simple Textured

Crochet Pattern Chunky Button Cardigan Simple Textured

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The Twilight Cardigan is a modern take on a fall staple – the button-down cardigan. Simple stitches and chunky yarn combine to make a textured v-neck cardigan that will keep you warm from the crisp autumn winds. Designed as a cropped cardigan, you'll be surprised at how quickly this pattern works up and there are also instructions to customise length.

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25. Button Closure Wheat Stitch Crocheted Headband/Ear Warmer

Button Closure Wheat Stitch Crocheted Headband/Ear Warmer

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This digital PDF pattern creates a button-closure wheat-stitch ear warmer for cold weather and handmade gifts. No physical item is included.

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26. Stevie Collared Button Up Shirt Crochet

Stevie Collared Button Up Shirt Crochet

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This simple and versatile design makes for a lightweight, breathable summer shirt. The colorful pictured example shows off the effect you can get out of variegated yarn when working this pattern – stylish and slimming vertical stripes. It can be worn on its own as a business casual style button up, or with an undershirt or bralette for a more relaxed fit.

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27. Handmade Crochet Button Cover

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Elevate your outfit with this Handmade Crochet Button Cover. Each piece is meticulously hand – hooked, ensuring every loop and detail is unique-no mass – produced duplicates here. The bold color – block of blue and purple, paired with fluffy pink fringes, creates a striking yet harmonious visual that instantly makes your buttons (and look!) stand out.

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28. Crochet Poncho Pattern. Asymmetrical Poncho with Buttons.

Crochet Poncho Pattern. Asymmetrical Poncho with Buttons.

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This crochet poncho features an asymmetrical shape, a wide border and crocheted buttons.

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29. Hexagon Crochet Cardigan Pattern: Short Sleeve Button-Down

Hexagon Crochet Cardigan Pattern: Short Sleeve Button-Down

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Project Type: Crochet Finished Measurements: See Pattern. Materials: Premier Cotton Fair® rochet pattern, crochet pullover, crochet fall sweater, sweater womens, pullover womens, women crochet top, crochet cardigan, and spring cardigan-these terms capture the essence of stylish and cozy women's knitwear.

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30. Mens Crochet Shirt Pattern Granny Stitch Button Up Top

Mens Crochet Shirt Pattern Granny Stitch Button Up Top

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Crochet Man Shirt Pattern – Button Up Crochet Polo Top Create a stylish men's crochet shirt with this easy-to-follow pattern. This button up crochet top features a classic collar, short sleeves, and a beautiful granny stitch stripe design – perfect for warm weather and casual summer looks.

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31. Crochet Hooded Cowl Pattern with Buttons

Crochet Hooded Cowl Pattern with Buttons

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Learn how to create a crochet cowl that buttons at the shoulder for easy on and off. This cowl pattern is easy to read with stitch explanations for a cluster stitch that creates a subtle textured fabric. You will learn how to create a button hole within this stitch pattern as well.

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32. Crochet Button Shirt

Crochet Button Shirt

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Create a stylish handmade summer wardrobe with this Crochet Button Shirt Pattern PDF. This easy-to-follow digital crochet tutorial teaches you how to crochet a lightweight button-up cardigan shirt that's perfect for warm weather, beach vacations, casual outfits, and everyday wear.

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33. Tunisian Mesh Faux Cardigan pullover (Or button up

Tunisian Mesh Faux Cardigan pullover (Or button up

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The Tunisian Mesh Faux Cardigan is stitched flat using the Tunisian Mesh st and Regular crochet to create a fitted and shaped cardigan. Mattress stitch is used to seam the garment with its delicate seams creating a professional finish to this gorgeous cardigan.

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34. Blackberry Button-up Crochet

Blackberry Button-up Crochet

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The pattern includes detailed instructions with photos to help you along the way. This pattern is size inclusive, as it is made to measure. It can be customized to fit your personal measurements/preferences.

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35. Crochet Pattern Button Up Crochet Pattern Top Easy

Crochet Pattern Button Up Crochet Pattern Top Easy

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This button up top is perfect for summer and fall. The fit of the top is both flattering and comfortable. The pattern contains a video tutorial for learning the stitch, written word pattern, as well as crochet charts to make for a fun and easy project.

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36. Crochet Granny Stitch Cardigan Pattern Oversized

Crochet Granny Stitch Cardigan Pattern Oversized

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Create your own cozy, stylish granny stitch cardigan with this easy-to-follow crochet pattern. This oversized button-up cardigan features classic granny stitch texture, relaxed sleeves, and a modern handmade look that's perfect for layering in any season.

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37. Crochet Scarf Pattern Crochet Button Wrap Scarf

Crochet Scarf Pattern Crochet Button Wrap Scarf

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This simple textured stitch, gives this set the illusion of being created by an experienced crocheter. By working in a variegated yarn, you get this marvelous striping effect, or worked in a textured boucle, a completely different look.

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38. Crocheted Button Headband Pattern: Easy Crochet Ear Warmer

Crocheted Button Headband Pattern: Easy Crochet Ear Warmer

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This Buttons Headband Pattern is perfect for all occasions. Made in durable acrylic yarn with 3 small buttons, this crochet pattern is comfortable and stylish. The unique design ensures a snug fit without any itching or discomfort.

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39. Easy floral sweater lacy crochet

Easy floral sweater lacy crochet

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The Floral Cardigan crochet pattern features a loose summer fit, long puff sleeves, a button fastening and a flower-lace stitch.

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Molly Hart

Molly is the youngest of the Crochet Concupiscence crew - twenty-something, coffee-fueled, and living in a small apartment with a yarn stash that outgrew its basket years ago. She writes our most beginner-friendly tutorials, with clear stitch notes and plenty of encouragement. Off the clock you'll find her trying new recipes, thrifting for sweaters, and texting progress photos to her group chat.

4 thoughts on “39 Crochet Button Patterns and Projects That Show Them Off”

  1. Just tried that button tutorial the other day – super easy. Not sure what to do with them but it was a quick pattern to try out. 

    •  @undergroundcrafter It does not surprise me at all to find out that you have a passed-down-and-much-loved button collection. I can totally see that about you.

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