40 Quick Stash Busting Crochet Patterns

You will need approximately 250 yards of fingering/sock (#1) weight yarn to complete your headband. The project uses a C (2.75mm) crochet hook or hook to obtain gauge. You can easily customize this to be as wide and long as you prefer.

Headbands are perfect scrap yarn projects as they use small amounts of yarn. This headband also is easy, simple and works up quickly. It is a very good project for beginners.

A scrunchie is a really quick project that can be crocheted in half an hour. And it’s just perfect for using up left over small amounts of yarn. The free crochet scrunchie pattern here will work for any weight of yarn.

Are you tired of your towels ending up on the floor every time you reach for one? If so, it’s time to try a hassle-free crochet towel holder! This is a perfect item to have to match different seasons and holidays as well.

Super cute scrap buster coaster project just in time for those fall craft shows. This variation of my “Tethered Stitch” design is just perfect to add a little flare to your home decor and to help you get more bang for your buck with that craft show stock building. This pattern includes the directions for both a small & a large version.

The Elizabeth crochet stitch, also known as the Mini Bean stitch, is a super easy stitch that creates a lovely, textured, slightly thicker fabric. It’s a simple one-row repeat that you’ll remember after just a few rows.

This pattern utilizes the captivating technique of reversible overlay mosaic crochet. This means your placemats will look stunning from either side.

The Joyful Mandala is a colorful crochet mandala pattern, it's a quick and fun crochet project using various of different crochet stitches.

This 30-minute easy Crochet Mason Jar Cover Pattern makes the perfect gift for any occasion. It’s a simple free jar cozy pattern with endless color combinations that covers a Mason jar that you can fill with soup, a
cold drink, jams, pens, buttons and much more!

This crochet cup cozy pattern is a fun and satisfying crochet project. Perfect stash busting project for your DK wight yarns.

Add a splash of color to your home decor with this beautiful rainbow wall hanging! This free crochet rainbow pattern is an ideal yarn stash buster project. You can let your imagination go wild and use all sorts of different colors to use up your yarn left overs.

Looking for a little something to add to your fall decor? Check out these super cute little hanging ornaments. I used up my scrap yarns to make these.

This crochet bunting pattern is a fun and quick crochet project. You can make as many triangles as you'd like to create a beautiful crochet garland. This crochet garland pattern is fun and festive and will be perfect as a party decoration.

Ditch those annoying felt pads on the bottom of your chair legs, and upgrade to these adorable crochet chair socks. They’ll protect your floors, silence your chairs, and the best part– they’re easy to clean! Make a set for each holiday or special occasion and bring instant festivity to your dining room. This fun crochet pattern is super easy and only uses a small amount of yarn, so it’s perfect for using up your existing stash.

The Camellia Mittens are crochet mittens that are worked from the bottom up. You’ll start with the ribbed cuff and then work the stitch combo to the top. At the top you’ll decrease to close and then work the thumb.

This quick and easy crochet scarf pattern mostly uses the moss stitch alternated with a few sections of puff stitch braids.

Step into the world of elegance and grace with crochet! If you’re looking to add a touch of sophistication to your wardrobe, there’s nothing quite like a breathtaking rectangle lace shawl.

Crochet Adult Brimmed Bucket Hat, Free Crochet Pattern to make the HAT using up your Scrap Yarn in your stash!

This simple crochet preemie beanie comes in four sizes, ranging from just 2-3lbs, to 6-8lbs. It is worked from the top down, in the round, using beginner friendly stitches.

Looking for a fun and stylish crochet project? This free pattern for a crochet bandana is perfect for you! It uses classic granny squares for a unique, patchwork look that’s both boho and vintage-inspired. 

The Autumn Earwarmer is perfect for those chilly fall days when you need just a little extra layer! This crochet earwarmer takes less than 100 yards of DK (#3) weight yarn. It is such a quick project.

With this free crochet butterfly pattern, you’ll learn how to crochet adorable butterflies in less than 10 minutes.

These adorable flowers can just brighten anyone’s day and make for an easy crochet project, especially for beginners.

This easy lightweight crochet afghan pattern is made up of multi-colored geometric squares using 3 primary colors with 2 complementary colors. The squares are then joined in a modern placement of corner to corner (C2C), diagonal direction for maximum effect.

This crochet blanket exposes 14 variations of granny squares and the granny stitch. Perfect way to use up your left over yarn. From classic granny squares to diamonds, hearts, daisies, and more geometric designs, you’ll have lots of fun learning and experimenting with new granny stitch combinations.

The Ripple crochet bookmark is quite easy to make. Depending on your current crochet skill level, you could get it done in under an hour. So, if you know someone who loves reading actual books and values handmade gifts, a crochet bookmark will make a charming gift. Let’s dive into it and create something special for the bookworms in your life!

This delightful heart bookmark is a fun, quick and easy crochet bookmark pattern (with video tutorial) that you can make in less than half an hour. It’s a wonderful crochet gift for any book lover in your life!

This is a super quick pattern that is perfect for scrap yarn! It would make a great addition to your own collection of makes or an adorable gift!

This pattern is for any size of round headphones. My size is quite small so I will also show you how to make them bigger to suit the size of ear pads that you have.

To make the two-colored swirl, you actually work with both colors almost at the same time.  You’re working in the round but not joining, just doing a continuous round.

This is an easy beginner friendly crochet pattern that doesnt use much yarn. It is perfect for left over yarn crochet projects.

This particular Unicorn loves to hidein suitcases, backpack and pockets when kids are traveling. Starlight keeps them company and asks lots of questions on trips!

The Neapolitan Ice Cream Cone Pal is a quick project that you can make in an afternoon.

Create a super cute underwater toy with this No-Sew Crochet Octopus Amigurumi pattern – that’s perfect for beginners!

This free crochet caterpillar pattern is very simple and a great project for Amigurumi beginners.

This mini bundle includes 3 animal eye mask crochet patterns! Learn how to crochet an eye mask with the easy downloadable tutorials.

These are designed in a sport weight, super soft organic cotton yarn which makes for the perfect facial round for removing makeup or cleansing. The pattern is an even texture of stitches which means the scrubby glides easily over your skin, isn’t too abrasive and resembles a standard cotton facial round; perfect for gentle areas like the eyes.

Are you looking for a quick and easy crochet soap saver pattern? Look no further. These multi-purpose, stash busters, little bags will be great for storage and for saving the last tiny bits of your soap bars. 

Crochet washcloths or dishcloths are so very useful! They can be used in the kitchen to scrub dishes and counters, or in the bathroom for bathing! Perfect for gifting, lerning new crochet stitches and use up your left over cotton yarns.

The Happy Hook Case is a versatile pouch for organizing and protecting crochet hooks, pencils, glasses, and more! It is a beginner-friendly pattern using DK weight cotton yarn.