12 FREE Crochet Patterns for Speedy Scrap Yarn Projects
If you’re running low on yarn but can’t go a day without crocheting, I am right there with you. Here are my 12 favorite small scrap yarn crochet projects to make. Make a few for yourself and a few to give away too! Just because we can’t visit our friends and family right now doesn’t mean we can’t share a little cheer!
1. Recycled Scrap Yarn and Plarn Crochet Baskets
Combine your brightly-colored scrap yarn with DIY “plarn” or plastic bag yarn to make these clever upcycled crochet baskets. The plarn helps add structure, so your baskets don’t droop. Don’t worry, the pattern includes a tutorial on making the plarn as well as making the baskets!
Designer: A Crafty Concept
2. Crochet Choker
Want to make a statement piece everyone will talk about? This crochet choker will do exactly that. The choker is created in a few simple rows that can be completed in under 30 mins. You have the option of using worsted weight yarn or crochet thread. Choose whatever you have in your yarn stash. Look great with only scraps!
Designer: Littlejohns Yarn
3. Hand Sanitizer Cozy
If you manage to get your hands on some sanitizer, then make these cute little sanitizer cozies and whip up a little quarantine care package for your family and friends.
Designer: Heart Hook Home
4. Doll’s Tea Set
Inspire your kiddo’s imaginative play or add to the scenery of a fairy garden with this teeny-weeny whimsical tea set. I love the green colors the designer chose! They remind me of forest fairies.
Designer: Nessie’s Notions
5. Flamingo Sleep Masks
Putting on an eye cover for sleep can be part of a calming bedtime routine that conditions your brain to recognize everything’s safe, calm and comfortable.
But why not do it in style with these ingenious flamingo sleep masks. I’d be lying if I said I love waking up with the sun in the morning. I don’t! These flamingo sleep masks are cute & practical!
Designer: Bobbles and Baubles
6. Wanna Make a Monster?
Who wouldn’t love to receive one of these little monster cuties in their favorite color? I love all the different ways you can customize these by changing the facial expressions or adding accessories. Did I mention they’re a pretty good beginner project too!
Designer: Crafty is Cool
7. Never Ending Hyperbolic Mobius
This clever little project for scrap yarn pattern is the crochet equivalent of a fidget spinner. It is a fun way to keep anxious hands busy. Do you know someone with dementia or ADHD who might like one of these? I can think of a few wiggly little kiddos who would appreciate it!
Designer: Less Waste
8. Puffy Scrap Yarn Potholder
Fabulous and functional, this puffy potholder pattern is a great use of your leftover cotton yarn. While a lot of potholder patterns require you to make two layers and sew them together, scrap yarn crochet pattern only has one layer that is extra thick and squishy thanks to the puff stitches.
Designer: Stitch 11
9. Spiral Scrubbie
What sorcery is this?! This fun scrubbie looks complicated, but as you can see it’s simply worked flat with some clever increases and decreases. This quick project is a great use of scratchy leftover scrap yarn.
Designer: Judith Prindle
10. Giant Crochet Buttons
Not having the right button for your crochet project can ruin the whole aesthetic! You can find yourself wasting time looking for the right one. Problem solved. Why not make your own with the yarn you have. Match any button color to your project.
Designer: Littlejohn’s Yarn
11. Lavender Lace Bookmark
Whip up a few of these quick and practical bookmarks for last-minute gifts. For some reason, this really makes me want to start a book club and mail everyone a bookmark in their favorite color! Who’s with me? 😉
Designer: Cherie Bellog
12. Birdie Decoration
Add a little whimsy to your life with this colorful scrap yarn birdie. You could hang a few in your window or on your front porch to brighten a neighbor’s day, or send a few out in the mail to your bird-watching friends.
Designer: Attic24
13. Reusable Face Scrubbies
Every day can be earth day with these fun little reusable face scrubbies. I want to make a set for every day of the week! I think they would also make fun little additions to a pampering gift basket for someone who needs a little TLC.
Designer: The Spruce Crafts
14. Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream Sweater
Be right back, gotta make a bunch of these for quarantine gag gifts! These cute ice cream sweaters are both practical and hysterical. Make one today and I bet you’ll make someone smile. 🙂
Designer: Cut Out and Keep
Receiving something special in the mail or on their front porch can help a family member or friend feel less alone during this crazy time we’re going through. Crocheting is an amazing way to use your talents for good to help spread smiles. A little kindness goes a long way! If you make one of these scrap yarn projects from this list, I would absolutely love to see it in the comments below!
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