Berry sweet hat
by PattGen
CREATE CUSTOM CROCHET PATTERNS
3D Crochet Pattern Generator
Create custom crochet patterns with PattGen’s 3D crochet pattern generator. Turn a 3D model into a pattern, preview your stitches, and follow each round.
Import a model · Upload a photo · Describe an idea
Preparing 3D…
Drag to rotate · A little spin, a closer look
Interactive 3D preview
START WITH A FREE EXAMPLEFree crochet patterns.
Free crochet patterns.
Make them your own.
Explore amigurumi, wearables and gifts.
Open a pattern to preview every stitch in 3D.
FROM AN IDEA TO YOUR NEXT PROJECTHow the crochet pattern
Read the generator guide How the crochet pattern
generator works.
Choose a starting point.
Try a free example, import a GLB model, or write a pattern using supported crochet stitch symbols.
Generate and preview in 3D.
Turn your model into crochet rounds, inspect the shape and adjust your pattern. Learn about 3D model conversion.
Crochet one round at a time.
Follow the instructions and track your progress. Start with the PattGen quick start guide to learn the notation.
LEARN AS YOU CREATE
All crochet guides Crochet pattern generator guides.
CHOOSE YOUR WORKFLOW
How to use a crochet pattern generator
Choose a starting point, generate or edit a crochet pattern, and check the stitches in 3D before you make it.
Read the guide →WRITE AND EDIT PATTERNSCrochet stitch symbols.
Match PattGen symbols to US and UK crochet terms so you can read and edit your pattern.
Explore stitch symbols →PUT YOUR PATTERN INTO PRACTICECrochet video tutorials.
Learn the stitch techniques you need to turn a pattern into a handmade project.
Watch crochet tutorials →BEFORE YOUR FIRST PATTERN
Crochet pattern generator questions.
What does a crochet pattern generator do?
It helps you create the stitch instructions for a crochet project. PattGen converts 3D models into crochet rounds and lets you edit supported pattern notation with an interactive 3D preview. See how to create a crochet pattern.
Can I use PattGen for free?
The 3D studio, local GLB conversion, public patterns and learning guides are free to use. AI-assisted requests use credits when the service is available. Check generator pricing and membership for the current allowances.
Can I turn a photo or an idea into a crochet pattern?
Photo and text workflows depend on an available AI service and account credits. You can also start with a GLB model or a free pattern. The photo and idea workflow guide explains the steps.
Can I make amigurumi patterns?
Round-based shapes are a useful starting point for amigurumi. Try the free amigurumi crochet patterns, inspect the 3D shape and make a sample to check your yarn and tension.
MAKE SOMETHING YOUR OWN
Open the generator Create your next crochet pattern.
Start with a model, a pattern or a little curiosity.