St. Patrick's Day Crochet Patterns

St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on March 17, the day the man that brought Christianity to Ireland in the 4th century passed away. The shamrock is utilized in every St. Patrick's Day celebration because St. Patrick himself was believed to use it as a teaching tool to explain aspects of The Holy Trinity to converts. As far as free St. Patrick's Day crochet patterns go there is perhaps nothing better help in embracing the holiday, a holiday which is globally celebrated in countries far beyond the United States and Ireland. Below are some outstanding examples of a few very attractive free St. Patrick's Day crochet patterns:

Simple Shamrock - This free crochet pattern is for a 5 inch shamrock that can be made in minutes. The pattern can be found at http://www.crochetspot.com/crochet-pattern-simple-shamrock/

Shamrock Pin - An easy pattern that nearly anyone can make and wear, found at http://suzies-yarnie-stuff.blogspot.com/2006/03/my-shamrock-pin-pattern.html

St. Patrick's Day Applique - A very delicate and beautiful applique that looks harder to make than it really is, found at http://www.craftown.com/St-Patricks-Day-Clover-Applique.html

Shamrock Coaster - A shapely and pretty coaster that measures about 4 inches, found at http://www.maggiescrochet.com/free-shamrock-coaster-pattern-p-32.html#.USjtvPL9iuk