Teachers touch so many lives. They have a really really important job to do, and it’s not always easy. Tell them thank you and show your appreciation with quick and cute crochet gifts for teachers.
I’ve witnessed the generosity of crocheters time and time again. This awesome community spreads smiles every day for birthdays, holidays, baby showers, weddings and just because. Take up your hooks again because I have some free crochet patterns for teachers you can crochet today!
You can make these crochet gifts for your own teachers, for your children’s teachers, or for your friends who are teachers. It doesn’t have to take a ton of time or a lot of yarn. Any of these quick and cute crochet gifts for teachers will show them you care.
1. Mr. Write Amigurumi Pencil
Does it get any more iconic than everyone’s favorite bright yellow writing utensil? If you want a crochet thank you gift for teachers that’s really on the nose – then this is the free crochet pattern for you! Even a beginner crocheter could crochet this, because you can make the entire thing using only single crochet stitches.
Designer: Drewbies Zoo
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
2. Apple Cozies
Apples are such classic teacher appreciation gifts. You can upgrade this iconic offering with an adorable and practical apple cozy. Sometimes called apple jackets, these crochet covers help prevent apples from bruising. Plus, they’re totally cute and quick to make too!
Designer: Mollie Makes
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
3. Kawaii Apple Keychain
Here is another quick crochet teacher’s gift. A cheery apple keychain is sure to make any teacher smile. It is made in a flat style of crochet amigurumi where you work in rows instead of rounds. This is a great option for beginner crocheters! Since you only need small amounts of each color, you could totally get away with using scrap yarn.
Designer: Spin a Yarn Crochet
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4. Pencil Me In Cup Cozy
This pencil cozy is such a great crochet gift pattern for teachers for a number of reasons. It’s eco-friendly, since it can be used in place of a disposable cup sleeve. It’s also a super fast and easy gift to whip up at the last minute. Maybe throw in a gift card for a local coffee shop!
Designer: Through the Loop Yarn Craft
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5. In Love With Apples – Crochet Applique
Turn any crochet item into the perfect crochet gift for teachers with the addition of an apple applique. I would totally add this to a book cover, or fingerless gloves or a cowl. There are so many creative possibilities with this one!
Designer: Raffamusa Designs
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
6. Teacher’s C2C Modern Tote Bag
You’ve probably seen the C2C crochet technique used before for a graphgan or maybe a throw pillow. Using it to make a tote bag is totally genius! You can never have too many totes, so I’m sure this would be a well-received crochet gift for teachers.
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
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7. Kawaii Crayon
With this adorable crochet pattern for kawaii crayons, you can make a set of crayons that will never break in half or go dull. They are such easy crochet teacher gifts, that you just might want to make a few! Plus, they’re the perfect size for a keychain.
Designer: Jen Hayes Creations
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8. Earl Lenmeyer the Flask
Delight the science teacher in your life with a smiley new lab buddy. This is the perfect crochet for the classroom. If you have never made a crochet amigurumi before, this would actually make a really good first project. You don’t have to worry about attaching limbs and there’s no complicated shaping.
Designer: Crafty Shanna
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
9. Dry-Erase Eraser Pouch
Fiber meets function in the Dry Erase Eraser Pouch. I love the idea of having an eraser that you can store your dry erase markers in. Everything is in one convenient place for you! Jazz it up with an apple applique or a monogram.
Designer: Stitch in Progress
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
10. Apple Pencil Pouch
How cute is this Crochet Apple Pencil Pouch? I know it looks kind of tricky, but it’s actually a really easy crochet pattern that’s totally beginner-friendly. The pouch is just a circle folded in half. What a great crochet gift for teachers!
Designer: Repeat Crafter Me
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
I think we can all agree that teachers work really hard – especially with all the crazy stuff that’s been happening. I hope you’ve found the perfect crochet gift for teachers in this little list. Which free crochet pattern caught your eye? Do you have other ideas for crochet gifts for teachers? Let’s dish in the comments below!
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Happy Crocheting!
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