The following links are for Crochet sites that have loads of links to free crochet patterns all over the world wide web:
http://www.allfreecrochet.com
http://www.crochetme.com
And here are a few patterns that I thought looked rather interesting:
http://www.fiberfluxblog.com/2014/03/free-crochet-patternvanilla-chai-shawl.html
http://www.allfreecrochet.com/Seasonal-Crochet/Party-By-the-Pool-Coverup
http://www.favecrafts.com/Crochet-Sweaters/Lacy-Ruffle-Cardigan-Crochet-Pattern-from-Caron-Yarn
If like me you've always struggled with knitting then I strongly recommend you try crocheting...it's a lot easier to work with just one hook than two needles (at least in my opinion, lol).
If you have a favourite free pattern do post a comment below and share it with everyone else, thanks!
Happy Crocheting!