Small Crochet Projects (2024)

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Ready to make a quick project? Want to use up some leftover yarn? These free patterns for small crochet projects are here to inspire you!

Each of these projects is quick to work up. And most of them are super easy too.

From small home decor items to easy accessories and fun holiday projects, you’re sure to find a project that you can start right away.

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Small crochet projects are great for so many reasons. Use these patterns to give you crochet ideas for smaller projects:

  • When you don’t have a lot of time
  • To take a break from crocheting a large project
  • To use up a small amounts of yarn
  • When you need easy crochet gift ideas
  • To find items you can make to sell at craft fairs
  • To whip up some stocking stuffers at Christmas
  • When you need a quick win by finishing up a project fast
  • When you are looking for beginner-friendly crochet patterns

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Coasters

Crochet coasters are the perfect small crochet project. They're great for using up scraps and leftover yarn.

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Washcloths

Grab some worsted weight cotton yarn to make this pair of textured washcloths.

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Gift Bag

Small crochet gift bags can be fun to make for an extra special gift!

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Bonding Squares

Bonding squares are used to help premature babies bond with their mothers. They can be a thoughtful gift or to be donated to your chosen charity.

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Mason Jar Covers

Crochet mason jar covers are great for adding a little decoration to your desk or table. This pattern is adjustable to fit standard mason jar sizes.

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One Skein Scarf

When you want a quick accessory, a one skein scarf pattern can be a great project.

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Chunky Cowl

This chunky cowl works up super fast. You can make more than one in a weekend to give away as gifts!

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Skinny Scarf

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Lacy and lightweight, this simple scarf is easy to make with a combination of double crochet and chain stitches.

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Lacy Hat

With just 80 yards of dk yarn, you can whip up this lightweight lacy hat.

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Headband

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Open stitches make this lightweight headband a perfect summer project.

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Bracelet

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Crochet a sweet bracelet perfect for spring with this free pattern.

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Earrings

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These textured earrings look great in both solid and variegated yarns.

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Slippers

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You can download this comfy slipper pattern for free from Sweet Potato 3.

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Small Clutch Bag

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Using super bulky yarn, this versatile clutch is easy to make.

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Sunglasses Case

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Choose some bright colors and make a quick sunglasses case with this free pattern.

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Make-Up Bag

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This beautiful make-up bag would make a lovely gift.

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Napkin Rings

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These napkin rings are quick to make and will give your table a finished look.

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Suncatcher

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This gorgeous bright suncather takes about 31 yards of DK weight yarn.

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Hanging Baskets

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You can use these versatile baskets to hold all kinds of small items like flowers, toiletries or yarn!

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Towel Topper

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Brighten up your kitchen with a super cute towel topper.

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Dice Bag

Dice bags are great projects for scrap yarn. You can make one of these quick crochet dice bags in an evening. Give them as gifts to your game loving friends. You only need to know basic crochet stitches to get started on making a dice bag.

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Hot Pad

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Crochet is fabulous for making thick and beautiful hot pads.

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Dishcloth

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This absorbent crochet dishcloth uses a feather stitch for its beautiful texture.

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Coffee Cozy

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You just need a small amount of worsted weight yarn to make this cute coffee cozy! Coffee cozies can be great projects for craft fairs. You just need a small amount of worsted weight yarn to make this cute coffee cozy! Coffee cozies can be great projects for craft fairs. v

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Placemat

This oval crochet placemat pattern is an easy way to brighten up your table.

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Baskets

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These matching nesting baskets are quick and simple to make.

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Keychains

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These cute keychains include step by step instructions with pictures for crocheting in the round and joining new yarn.

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Chapstick Holder

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These adorable chapstick holders are function as a keychain.

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Phone Case

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This easy project includes clear photos for how to sew the phone case up after you finish crocheting.

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Crochet Flower

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Use these pretty flowers to add to a hat, headband, or hair clip.

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Hair Tie

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Crocheted hair ties can be worn in a variety of ways. The pattern includes child and adult sizes. So you can make them for a little girl or you may like the smaller size for tying in the front.

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Corner Bookmark

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Try some lovely lacy stitches and make this gorgeous corner bookmark.

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Regular Bookmark

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Give a bookmark to someone in their favorite color using this quick pattern.

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Scrubby

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Reusable crochet scrubbies are great for the kitchen.

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Water Bottle Holder

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Carry your water around in style with this water bottle holder.

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Crochet Water Balloons

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This is a fun project! Crochet reusable water balloons.

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Boot Cuffs

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Boot cuffs are a quick project that add a beautiful touch!

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Candle Wraps

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Dress up your candles with these gorgeous cabled candle wraps.

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Gift Card Holder

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Surprise someone with a gift card in a crocheted holder.

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Crochet Jump Rope

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Make your own jump rope with t-shirt yarn.

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Hand Sanitizer Holder

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This handy pattern makes a quick holder for your hand sanitizer.

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Pan Protectors

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The pan protectors start with a hexagon shape and include instructions for three different sizes.

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Plastic Bag Holder

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Keep all your plastic bags organized with this pretty holder.

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Soap Saver

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This beautiful soap saver has a lovely texture.

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Scunchie

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These soft scrunchies are great fast projects.

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Fingerless Gloves

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Fingerless gloves are fun to whip up for presents.

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Face Scrubbies

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Reusable crochet face scrubbies are soft and great for cutting down on waste.

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Baby Booties

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Crochet beautiful baby booties to give as gifts.

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Mug Rug

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A mug rug is a little bigger than a coaster and a great stashbusting project!

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Kerchief

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This crochet kerchief is an easy and beautiful accessory.

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Ear Warmer

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Crochet makes wonderful and snuggly ear warmers.

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Soap On A Rope

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Enjoy making a resusable soap on a rope holder with this easy pattern.

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Pacifier Clip

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Crochet another quick baby gift with this pacifier clip pattern.

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Necklace

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This crystal holder necklace is easy to make.

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Bulky Yarn Hat

The Spiral Style Hat works up super fast in bulky yarn. This beanie hat is a great when you want to make a hat for last-minute gifts or to donate to charity in the winter season. The pattern uses easy stitches so beginners will enjoy this project too!

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Seatbelt Cover

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Jazz up your car with this soft seatbelt cover.

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Toilet Paper Roll Cover

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Make toilet paper roll covers in a variety of colors with this classic pattern.

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Crochet Hearts

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Crochet cute little hearts to use in jewelry, as part of gifts, or just for fun! You only need a little yarn and basic stitches to make these fun hearts.

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Doily

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This is a quick and easy doily pattern that looks lovely in a variety of colors.

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Mini Easter Basket

For a quick Easter decoration, try a mini crochet Easter basket. Fill it with small chocolates or with mini crochet Easter eggs.

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Mini Easter Eggs

These mini crochet Easter eggs are a good use for a small amount of yarn.

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Ornament

If you've got some extra velvet yarn, this ornament is a quick and easy way to use it to decorate your Christmas tree.

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Pumpkin

Crochet pumpkins are so much fun to make. This pattern uses chunky yarn for a pumpkin that you can make fast!

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FAQs

What is the easiest crochet project? ›

What's the easiest crochet project to start with? Small square coasters or dishcloths allow you to practice and learn new stitches with a quick payoff. Simple scarves, baby blankets, and granny square throw blankets are also good choices.

What to crochet when you don t know what to make? ›

Whether you are bored and learning to crochet as a new hobby or have lost your crojo (that's mojo but in crochet, haha), you could crochet so many different things like Dish cloths, Coasters, Baby Hats, Scrubbies, Amigurumi or even a mug cozy, the list could literally go on forever.

Why is my crochet project so small? ›

Whether you are making a turning chain at the beginning of the row or just coming to the end of a row- the turning chains count! If you do not make a stitch into the top of the previous turning chain, you will not get an even amount of stitches and your crochet will start to shrink.

What is the first thing a beginner should crochet? ›

The first thing a beginner should crochet is something simple, like a granny square—or a piece of square fabric made by crocheting in rounds from the center outward. Granny squares are generally easy crochet patterns for beginners and take under an hour to complete.

What can I do instead of crocheting? ›

6 Hobbies Like Crochet
  1. Knitting. If you are already formidable with a crochet hook, try upping your game to two needles and try knitting. ...
  2. Cross Stitch. Cross stitching is a form of embroidery where you create “X” stitches in a grid forming a design. ...
  3. Quilting. ...
  4. Weaving. ...
  5. Macrame.
  6. Closing Thoughts.
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What to crochet with 100% cotton yarn? ›

  • Bags. Cotton's strength, smoothness and inelasticity make it an excellent choice for crocheting bags. ...
  • Mats, Coasters and Runners. Table accessories like place-mats, coasters and runners also work really well when made with cotton yarn. ...
  • Blankets. ...
  • Amigurumi. ...
  • Mandalas. ...
  • Shawls. ...
  • Cushions. ...
  • Summer Tops.
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Can you crochet too much? ›

But for many of us who spend long hours working on our knitting or crochet the physical side effects are well known and can include: 1) Repetitive Strain Injury (or RSI) including Carpal Tunnel and Tendonitus. repetitive actions and poor posture. shoulders.

Is it easier to crochet big or small? ›

Bulky and super bulky yarns also make it easier for beginners to learn simple stitches and practice crochet, as the stitches, being large scale, are more visible and easier to manipulate.

Why is crocheting so hard? ›

Coordination: Some people struggle with coordinating their hands and fingers, making it tough to grasp the crochet hook and yarn. Visual perception: Difficulty in understanding patterns and following diagrams can make crochet harder for some people.

What is the most simple crochet stitch? ›

Let's start at the very beginning with the crochet chain stitch. It's the most basic and the first one that beginners learn since it's also the first stitch used when starting new crochet patterns. Most crochet patterns start with a certain number of chain stitches, and the rest of the project builds onto them.

What is the fastest crochet stitch to work? ›

Mesh Crochet Stitch

Because of its lightweight stitching, any project using the Mesh stitch comes together very fast.

What is the easiest material to crochet with? ›

As a crochet beginner, we recommend using a medium worsted weight yarn, or #4. This type of yarn will be easier to manipulate.

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