If there’s one thing I never imagined would change my daily routine, it was crochet. But one day, tired of the rush and wanting to try something different, I decided to give it a shot.

I found a free online crochet course with a certificate, and that’s when it all started.

At first, I joined out of curiosity just to relax my mind. But what was supposed to be a simple hobby quickly became a true passion.

I discovered that crochet is calming, engaging, sparks creativity, and can even become a source of extra income.

And the best part? I learned everything without spending a dime, through online lessons, at my own pace, and with a certificate included.

So if you’re also looking for something like this, let me share where I found the courses that really worked for me:

Escola Virtual da Fundação Bradesco (Bradesco Foundation Virtual School)

This was the first course I took and honestly, I was impressed.

The Escola Virtual da Fundação Bradesco offers free courses in various areas, and the “Introduction to Crochet Handicrafts” course is perfect for beginners.

The lessons are in text format with illustrations, very easy to follow, and at the end, you can take a quiz to generate your digital certificate.

Everything is organized, straight to the point, and you can study on your phone or computer.

Visit: ev.org.br

Senar EAD (National Rural Learning Service)

Senar also offers a super complete free crochet course. It’s called “Manual Work – Crochet” and takes a hands-on approach.

Their focus is on handicrafts as an income opportunity, so it’s ideal if you’re thinking about selling your work in the future.

The course includes video lessons, a downloadable PDF guide, and a certificate upon completion.

Plus, Senar is a respected platform, so the certificate really holds value!

Visit: ead.senar.org.br

Udemy (Free Courses with Certificate)

Udemy offers several crochet courses, and the trick here is to search for the ones that are free at the moment (many of them offer free access for a limited time).

I took a basic course called “Crochet for Beginners: Learn the Stitches and Create Your Own Pieces” and I loved it.

The video lessons are very well explained, step-by-step, and even include finishing tips.

In some courses, the certificate is also included in the free version just make sure to check before you start.

Visit: udemy.com and type “free crochet” in the search bar.

YouTube + Optional Certificate

I also learned a LOT from free YouTube channels like Crochê da Lu, Aprendendo Crochê, and Ateliê da Nanda.

The classes are 100% video based, with perfect angles and super didactic especially for visual learners.

And here’s a tip: if you want a certificate to complement what you learned on YouTube, you can use platforms like Cursa or Educamundo.

They also issue free certificates in craft and manual skills courses.

Crochet became my creative break in the middle of the chaos

Thanks to these courses, I started with the basic stitches and, in no time, I was making my own rugs, placemats, and even personalized gifts for friends.

Each finished piece brought a new kind of joy.

The best part? I did all this without spending anything, from the comfort of home, and I even got a certificate to prove what I’ve learned.

And if one day I decide to sell or even teach, I already have the foundation to start.

Ready to learn crochet too?

Pick one of these platforms, take your free crochet course with a certificate, and discover how this craft can transform your free time.

Whether it’s to relax, start a small business, or simply reconnect with yourself crochet might be exactly what your routine was missing.