30+ Quick and Easy Scrap Yarn Crochet Patterns

Make Small Crochet Projects with Yarn Scraps!

If you’re obsessed with your crochet hobby, then you probably have a HUGE yarn stash, like I do! No need to feel any guilt, it’s our mental health plan. Crochet has been proven scientifically to calm us and make us feel good! And leftover yarn is a byproduct of that. But what to do with all those little pieces of yarn tucked away in our studios, baskets, storage tubs and craft rooms?

This blog post is full to the brim with great ideas for exactly that! I know you’ll want to get crocheting straight away! There’s more than 30 Quick and Easy Scrap Yarn Crochet Patterns for the Beginner Crocheter and above! Each free pattern will take you under an hour or two to complete, and these scrap yarn patterns make cute last-minute gifts! And Christmas stocking fillers!!

I can’t wait to show you the whole collection. Keep reading!

Happy Hooking!  💜  Lisa

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What is Stash Busting?

Why Should I Save My Scrap Yarn?

Here are some great reasons why you should save your scrap yarn.

• • You’ll always have yarn to hand, whenever the need to crochet hits you! Because this feeling might be the middle of the night, or on your way out the door, having leftover yarn scraps makes impulsive crafting possible!
  • By saving and using scrap yarn, you’re reducing the amount of yarn that ends up in landfill.
  •  You won’t need to buy new yarn for small projects or repairs.
  •  Scrap yarn can inspire creative and unique projects that you may not have considered with larger skeins.
  • Experimenting with different stitches and patterns on small projects can help you improve your crocheting skills.
  •  Handmade items made from scrap yarn can make thoughtful and personalized gifts.

Benefits of Crocheting Quick Crochet Patterns

Small crochet projects are a fantastic way to begin your crochet hobby! But they’re perfect for more advanced crocheters too.

Free Scrap Yarn Crochet Patterns for Drinks!

Crochet Cup Cozy by Fosbas Designs

Looking for a practical crochet project? This quick pattern is the perfect way to carry your morning coffee while keeping your hands protected from extreme temperatures. Customize it with your favorite yarn, and enjoy a stylish, handmade cup cozy in just 30 minutes! Find the pattern here!

Free Easy Crochet Circle Coasters by Hookfully

This beginner-friendly project makes one-piece coasters that protect your furniture surfaces and look good too! Using small amounts of worsted weight yarn, you can make these modern coasters in under an hour. Find the pattern here!

Crochet Water Bottle Holder by Sarah Maker

Featuring basic crochet stitches with an easy pattern, this customizable drink bottle holder is suitable for even a beginner crocheter! Made with a sturdy carrying strap and an open mesh design, this holder is great for keeping your hands free while staying hydrated on the go. Find the pattern here!

Hopscotch Bottle and Can Cozy by Green Fox Farms Designs

Create a bottle and a can cozy with this free 2-in-1 crochet pattern! This is the perfect project to make last-minute gifts for any adult. Just pair a couple of cozies with a case of their favorite beverage and viola! A handmade gift idea that will beloved, and actually used! Find the pattern here!

Embrace the Elements Mug Rugs by Green Fox Farms Designs

Craft some fun tapestry crochet coasters, with this free crochet pattern to make large, square coasters! Featuring the four element symbols, follow the included charts and step-by-step photo tutorial to make each of the four, bi-color mug rug designs. Find the pattern here!

Sweet Stripes Wine Cozy by Green Fox Farms Designs

Remember whose drink is who’s with this colorful free pattern for stemless wine glasses cozies. Crochet the perfect hostess gift for wine lovers, or make yourself a set to absorb any condensation on warm summer evenings. This is an easy advanced beginner crochet pattern that can be crafted for2 sizes of glass and mason jars too! Find the pattern here!

Tunisian Crochet Heart Coaster by Exquisite Crochet UK

This free pattern provides a great opportunity to practice intarsia and stranded colorwork techniques, adding to your crochet skills while creating a beautiful coaster! If you need a refresher? There’s a video tutorial included, to work through the different stitches used. This is a fun way to use up different colors of small amounts of yarn in your stash. Find the pattern here!

Free Bookmark Crochet Patterns

Shabd Tunisian Mosaic Crochet Bookmark by Knitter Knotter

Make a unique bookmark for the book lover in your life – and practice Tunisian mosaic crochet while you’re doing it! This free crochet pattern is beginner friendly, comes with a helpful pattern chart and there’s a free video tutorial to follow along with! Find the pattern here!

Mushroom Bookmark Pattern by Regina P Designs

Make a quick project in the cottagecore theme, to accompany your favorite nature books or for gifting to book-loving friends!! Perfect for using up your yarn scraps, these adorable mushrooms can be made using different yarn weights, plus the chain length is totally customizable. Find the pattern here!

Snowflake Bookmark by Golden Lucy Crafts

One of the creative ways to make good use of a small amount of yarn is by stockpiling bookmarks! Make a cute winter themed Christmas gift, with this quick and easy to make snowflake bookmark! It’s a simple pattern that would make a great idea for classroom gifts. Find the pattern here

For the Kitchen Scrap Yarn Crochet Projects

How to Crochet a Towel Holder by Sierras Crafty Creations

Keep your towels neatly in place on the stove door, cupboard handle or towel rail, using this easy pattern. It’s a great pattern for displaying your festive tea towels and hand towels! Just match your yarn color with your home decor, to make a functional, beautiful crochet holder. Find the pattern here!

Quick and Easy Crochet Dish Scrubbies by Spin a Yarn Crochet

Cloths always make a great stash-busting project, plus they’re a great way to practice new stitches! Using just simple single crochet stitches, you can create these handy dish scrubbies in any size! If you don’t have scrubby cotton in your stash? You could experiment with different yarn types to make an easy crochet dishcloth in various yarn colors. You might make an awesome cleaning discovery! Find the pattern here!

Cast Iron Pot Holders by Green Fox Farms Designs

These easy crochet patterns provide a quick solution to prevent burns while cooking. Instructions are included for both pot holders and handle covers, using a special technique to create a thick, heat-resistant fabric. The free patterns for these kitchen essentials, offers two sizes for handle covers, a tutorial for the puff stitch, and a bonus use for the pot holders with both hot and cold containers. Find the pattern here!

Daisy Granny Crochet Placemat and Coaster by Annie Design Crochet

Hook a placemat in bright colors from cute granny squares! Granny squares are always fun projects, that you can make all year long to eventually turn into small projects when you have more time. Use these cute daisy squares on their own as coasters, stitch together for a summer vibe placemat, or make an even larger project with them, like a flower square blanket! Find the pattern here!

Free Amigurumi Crochet Patterns

Munchkin Mouse Amigurumi pattern by Concrete Gems

Turn your extra yarn into a little mouse amigurumi! No matter your skill level, these little dolls make great scrap yarn crochet projects This little critter is perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to your desk, bookshelf, or it can even be used as a keychain charm. Find the pattern here!

Beginner Pumpkin by Start Crochet

For at least two months of the year, we’re thinking about pumpkins! This easy project is a simple design that’s perfect for complete beginners! With a clearly written pattern, photos and step-by-step instructions, you’ll easily be able to decorate every corner of the house for Fall, Thanksgiving and Halloween! Find the pattern here!

Easy Crochet Bat Pattern by The Loopy Lamb

Follow the beginner-friendly video tutorial to make a super cute bat amigurumi! This free and easy crochet pattern is no-sew and perfect for Fall decorating. Make a mini bat to just… hang around your teens bedroom, or make a not-so-spooky baby mobile. Or is that just something I would do? Find the pattern here!

Crochet Ice Pop Amigurumi by Raffamusa Designs

If you’ve got a bunch of leftover yarn in pretty pastel colors, you might create playful treats for your kid’s toy collection, cute backpack charms, or even a festive garland with this free crochet pattern. It only takes scrap pieces in different colors of yarn in any weight, plus your basic crochet skills to make these cute popsicles, your next project. Find the pattern here!

No-Sew Flamingo Jelly Bean by Darling Maple Designs

Gift a mini bird plush for baby showers, birthdays, Easter or Christmas, they only take around an hour to make and are no-sew and beginner friendly! Learn to crochet this adorable flamingo, following the detailed instructions and full video tutorial for beginners to amigurumi! This unique pattern can help you to make other colorful bird dolls too! Find the pattern here!

Octopus Crochet Pattern by DIY Fluffies

This adorable little octopus is a quick and easy crochet project that requires no sewing. Made with sport weight cotton yarn, it’s perfect for a keychain or a small, cuddly companion. For a larger, huggable version, try using plush chenille yarn. This beginner-friendly pattern is also a great way to use up leftover yarn. Plus, there’s a helpful video tutorial available online to guide you through the process. Find the pattern here!

Quick Crochet Accessories with Yarn Scraps

Lil Bit Hippy Skull Cap Beanie Pattern by The Crochet Fix

Hook yourself the perfect accessory for Spring, Autumn and cooler summer evenings. Using only around 45g of worsted yarn, you can create this trendy skull cap by diving into your scrap yarn stash. Or craft this small beanie for your teen to wear at festivals or to add to your market stalls! Find the pattern here!

Quick and Easy Crochet Earrings by Desert Blossom Crafts

These Quick and Easy Crochet Earrings are perfect for when you want a fun project you can complete in a day. Using Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Thread, you can create two contrasting designs—one in pastels and another in bright colors—or mix and match your own combination. These lightweight earrings are a great introduction to working with thread, making them an enjoyable and stylish addition to your jewelry box! Find the pattern here!

Crochet Hair Scrunchie by Sarah Maker

Hair Scrunchies are a trendy 90’s-inspired accessory that’s easy and quick to make, perfect for beginners. Using just a bit of worsted weight yarn and a simple half double crochet stitch, you can create fluffy and fun scrunchies that are ideal as gifts or for selling at craft fairs, and make totally cute stash-busters. Find the pattern here!

Sweet Stripes Sunglasses Case by Green Fox Farms Designs

Crochet your own fabulous eyeglasses soft case with this easy crochet pattern! Create a quick gift that’s perfect for holding your sunglasses, eyeglasses, or your reading glasses and keeping them safe! This sunnies pouch pattern is perfect for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Birthdays too! Crochet the case in their favorite color and gift it with a brand new pair of sunglasses – or a gift card to buy some! Find the pattern here!

Crochet Pacifier Clip Pattern by Dreamee Crochet

Tired of losing your baby’s pacifier? This free crochet pattern is the perfect solution and makes an adorable, practical gift for new parents – that they’ll appreciate! Quick and easy to crochet, it’s a great project for beginners, can be made with leftover yarn scraps, and is an ideal accessory to keep pacifiers within reach! Find the pattern here!

Cute Crochet Motif Patterns

How to Crochet A Pansy Flower by Banana Moon Studio

Make a free crochet pansy pattern by following it’s full video tutorial. There’s so many uses! It’s pretty as an appliqué, or back them with felt and attach to a hair clip or headband. Make a brooch, a spring garland or add a sweet floral detail to a dress or scarf! These pansies are quick to make and can be made using different yarn weights. Find the pattern here!

Crochet Granny Circle Mandala by Raffamusa Designs

Fall in love with the classic granny stitch by creating a stunning mandala! This versatile pattern can be used for anything from vibrant wall hangings to cozy pillowcases or doilies. Follow the step-by-step tutorial to make cute gifts or add a burst of color to your crochet projects! Find the pattern here!

How to Crochet Tiny Stars by Hooked by Robin

Here’s a simple and super quick crochet star pattern! This tiny crochet star applique is perfect for embellishing larger projects, creating cute hanging gifts, hair clips, cards, or even wedding favors. With a step-by-step video tutorial includedalong with the free crochet pattern, even beginner crocheters can easily whip up a sky full of stars in an afternoon. Find the pattern here!

Cute Crochet Rainbow Wallhanging by Dreamee Crochet

This is one of those scrap yarn projects that can evolve as you’re diving into your stash! This beginner-friendly pattern is a fantastic way to brighten up your home,using just simple stitches and basic crochet skills. There’s also free video tutorials linked to, for all stitches and techniques used in this free pattern. Find the pattern here!

Scrap Buster Crochet Patterns for Self Care

Little Puff Crochet Washcloth by Simply Melanie Jane

This free crochet pattern makes an eco-friendly, textured washcloth perfect for both cleansing and exfoliating your skin. Crafted with cotton yarn and an easy-to-follow pattern, it’s ideal for crochet beginners and advanced crafters alike. Make a gift by pairing it with some gorgeous handmade soap, or use it yourself as a sturdy dishcloth. Find the pattern here!

Easy Soap Saver Free Pattern by A Box of Twine

Here’s a quick and fun project perfect for creating spa-themed gifts or pampering yourself. Made with size bulky cotton yarn, this round design is simple to crochet in minutes and uses very little yarn, making it an ideal stash-buster. Add a tie with beads for a stylish touch, and pair it with coordinating face scrubbies for a complete spa set. Find the pattern here!

Face Scrubbie Pattern by Carroway Crochet

This is a simple, beginner-friendly project that’s both functional and fast to make. Using the puff stitch, this scrubbie adds a soft, textured feel to your daily skincare routine. It’s part of a spa set and can be customized in various colors, making it a lovely addition to your self-care collection or a thoughtful handmade gift. Find the pattern here!

Elixir Soft Washcloth pattern by Green Fox Farms Designs

This free crochet pattern offers instructions for creating luxurious spa cloths or practical dishcloths. The pattern features the linked half double crochet stitch, which adds a textured look and extra cleaning power. The cloths include an optional loop for easy hanging and storage, making them perfect for personal use or as thoughtful gifts. Find the pattern here!

Easy Free Basket Pattern by Make and do Crew

This easy crochet basket pattern is a versatile and quick project, perfect for organizing toys, towels, yarn, or other household items. Made using Lion Brand Fast-Track yarn, this sturdy basket adds a modern touch to any space while helping to keep things neatly contained. Hide the clutter, or make your own gorgeous project basket, with this free crochet pattern. Find the pattern here!

Quick Crochet Patterns Are So Much Fun!

Here’s your go-to round up of the best quick and easy scrap yarn crochet patterns! These are beginner friendly free patterns that each take very little time to create!

Whenever you finish a larger project and feel like something much smaller for instant gratification, this blog post is the right place to visit! This free crochet pattern round up is filled with various projects to make use of your leftover yarn.

There’s plenty of great options for last minute gifts too! Or just quick makes for the busy person that you are.

So bookmark this blog post and never thow your little scraps of yarn away, because one day, you’ll be looking for inspiration and a great idea for small projects – and you’ll remember this scrap yarn crochet patterns post.

💜 Happy Hooking!

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