5 Free Crochet and Knit Pie Patterns for Pi Day

March 14 is Pi Day! The number pi starts with 3.14, like the date March 14. Celebrate with these four fun crochet pie patterns, plus a bonus knit pattern for a pie carrier. Then make (or buy) your own pie to enjoy!

5 Free Pie Patterns to Crochet and Knit for Pi Day
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Cherry Pie Scrubby

Use this scrubby to wash your dishes after you create a delicious pie!

Yarn: Red Heart Scrubby

Download the free Cherry Pie Scrubby crochet pattern

Crocheted pot holder in a lattice pattern, featuring beige and red yarn, next to an apple pie.

Cherry Pie Hot Pad

Make two of these hot pads to safely take your pie out of the oven! They’ll look great hung up on hooks in your kitchen too.

Yarn: Lily Sugar n’ Cream

Download the free Cherry Pie Hot Pad crochet pattern

Crocheted dessert set with a chocolate pie on a red plate, a vanilla ice cream cone, and a glass of milk.

Chocolate Pie (and Ice Cream)

This crochet pie makes a perfect toy for kids to play with!

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

Download the free Chocolate Pie and Ice Cream crochet pattern

Bright yellow crocheted hat with black knitted birds perched and flying around, set against a purple background.

Blackbirds Baked in a Pie

Use the classic nursery rhyme to make a fun Halloween decoration!

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

Download the free Blackbirds Baked in a Pie crochet pattern

White drawstring bag with green and blue stripes, knitted in a soft texture, placed on a black countertop beside a plant.

Bonus: Pie Carrier

Put your pie plate into this carrier to safely transport it (and keep it warm) to your destination!

Yarn: Lily Sugar n’ Cream

Download the free Pie Carrier knitting pattern

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are these patterns really free?

Yes! Honestly, I love sharing patterns with you all. You can download all five of these pie-themed patterns completely for free… just follow the links in the post!

What kind of yarn do I need for these pie projects?

So here’s the thing… it depends on the project! For the scrubby and hot pad, you’ll want something sturdy like Red Heart Scrubby or Lily Sugar n’ Cream. For the other pie patterns and the carrier, Lily Sugar n’ Cream and Red Heart Super Saver are great choices.

Can I knit the pie patterns too?

Well, not exactly. The Cherry Pie Scrubby, Cherry Pie Hot Pad, Chocolate Pie, and Blackbirds Baked in a Pie are all crochet patterns. But… there’s a bonus knitting pattern for a Pie Carrier!

What can I do with these pie patterns?

Oh, so many things! You can make a Cherry Pie Scrubby to help with dishes, or a Cherry Pie Hot Pad to protect your table. The Chocolate Pie makes a fun toy, and the Blackbirds Baked in a Pie is a super cute decoration, especially for Halloween!

What’s the pie carrier for?

Great question! The bonus Pie Carrier pattern is perfect for safely transporting your actual pies to gatherings or potlucks. It’ll even help keep it warm on the way!

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