The differences between plaids, checks, and tartans can be confusing, but all the slight variations of this style are classics and have been well-loved for generations. Whether you’re going with the tartan of a Scottish clan, or just making up a cute plaid pattern for a new afghan, plaids stand the test of time. Here we have 38 plaid patterns from Yarnspirations for you to choose from.
If you want to dig a little deeper, a plaid design is made up of two or more colors criss-crossing each other at right angles. You see plaids in fabric every day, and they’re a classic look. Tartans are plaids that have a specific name and are associated with a Scottish clan or another group. Checks can be a special type of plaid, but not all plaids are checks.
Bonus: Plaid Yarn
Bernat Color-Pooling Yarn has a buffalo plaid color to easily make buffalo plaid patterns.
Colorful Plaid
Colorful plaids can bring a touch of whimsy to your life and brighten up your home.
- Plaid-y Hook Caddy
- Plaid Picnic Throw
- Stripes and Checks Crochet Scarf
- Boldly Colored Plaid Set
- Fabulous Planned Pooling Wrap
- Crochet Plaid Blanket
- Woven Plaid Crochet Blanket
- Plaid Christmas Blanket
- Planned Pooling Pompom Scarf
- Argyle and Plaid Jacket
- Plaid Christmas Blanket
Neutral Plaid
Neutral plaids will go with anything and everything!
- Check Mate Fair Isle Hat
- Crochet Blanket Ruana
- Plaid Blanket Crochet Poncho
- Alize EZ Mad for Plaid Blanket
- Crochet Gingham Plaid Afghan
- Gray Shades Tartan Scarf
- Planned Pooling Argyle Poncho
Buffalo Plaid
This classic red and black design, often associated with lumberjacks and the woods, is perfect for warm winter items.
- Canine Checks
- Buffalo Plaid Crochet Hat for Him
- Buffalo Babes Blanket
- Lumberjack Beanie
- Plaid Pillow
- Felted Buffalo Plaid Roll Bag
- Buffalo Plaid Crochet Stadium Blanket
- Buffalo Plaid Bottle Cozy
- Crochet Buffalo Plaid Afghan
Everyday Plaids
These plaids will work well no matter your decorating style.
- Mad for Plaid Crochet Blanket
- Plaid Afghan
- Plaid Look Crochet Blanket
- Check Please Blanket
- Plaid Slouchy Beanie
- Buffalo Plaid Crochet Cardigan
- Big Plaid Crochet Blanket
- Mad for Plaid Crochet Placemat
- Scotch On the Rocks Crochet Plaid Scarf
- Planned Pooling Hat and Cowl Set
- Check Please Blanket
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