These crochet gift ideas are just perfect for teacher appreciation gifts! Each pattern is quick and easy to work up, and perfect for using up some of that leftover yarn 🙂
As the daughter of a teacher, we had more ‘World’s Best Teacher’ mugs in our house than the average family. She definitely appreciated the sentiment but I’m sure that after the first few mugs my mum would have loved something a bit different! (She also got lots of chocolates at Christmas time – surprisingly, we never complained about those).
Quick and Easy Gift Ideas
All of these patterns are super quick and easy to make, so they are perfect last-minute gift ideas, or if for gifts that you need to make in bulk.
For each of the projects below, I list the pattern format as well as the recommended yarn. This allows you to see at a glance what you might be able to use from your stash to make a special teacher crochet gift.
So, let’s get crocheting!
Cobble Soap Saver Bag by Made with a Twist (Guest Design by Lisa of Stitch in Progress)
This chunky cotton soap saver would make a lovely gift for any teacher. Just pop in a bar of luxury soap and you’re good to go! (I love these ones by The Handmade Soap Company, and I’m also partial to anything by L’Occitane).
Pattern Format: Written
Suggested Yarn: Yarn Bee Cotton XXL – Almond
Crochet Sunglasses Pouch by Joy of Motion
A perfect summer gift, these are super easy and quick to make, a perfect crochet gift option to produce in bulk!
Pattern Format: Written
Suggested Yarn: any 100% worsted weight (size 4) cotton
Pyramid Lavender Bags by Ned & Mimi
These crochet lavender bags are perfect handmade gifts for so many reasons! They are quick and easy to make, they are a great way to use up leftover yarn, and best of all they smell amazing!
Pattern Format: Written
Suggested Yarn: any #3/DK or #4/Worsted weight yarn (I used Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK)
Color Block Crochet Baskets by Persia Lou
There is no such thing as too much storage in my opinion and these cute little baskets by Alexis from Persia Lou would look great on any teacher’s desk.
Pattern Format: Written
Suggested Yarn: Cotton Macrame Cord & Cotton Embroidery Thread
Lovely Lavender Crochet Sachets by Mama in a Stitch
These little sachets can be filled with any scent that you like, and are designed so that once the scent runs out you can open the top and refill.
Pattern Format: Written & Video
Suggested Yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n’ Cream Solids
Bea the Bunny Keychain by Yarn Society
Your favourite teacher will always know their own keys with this absolutely adorable Bunny keychain! All of Keke’s amigurumi patterns (both paid and free) are fabulous and you could easily turn any of them into a keychain gift.
Pattern Format: Written
Suggested Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Cone Shaped Hanging Planter by Made with a Twist
Pop a succulent or other plant in this gorgeous planter and you have an adorable crochet teacher gift that will last well beyond the school year.
Pattern Format: Written
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick
Crochet Zipper Pouch by Ned & Mimi
A cute little pouch to store teachers pens, or just bits and bobs!
Pattern Format: Written
Suggested Yarn: any #3/DK or #4/Worsted weight yarn (I used Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK)
Heart Cup Cozy by One Dog Woof
No gift round-up would be complete without including a cup cozy pattern. This heart cup cozy by ChiWei of One Dog Woof is cute and easy, and the heart design will let your child show her teacher how much she appreciates him/her!
For extra brownie points, include a voucher for a local coffee shop 🙂
Pattern Format: Written
Suggested Yarn: any worsted weight (size 4) yarn
Modern Granny Square Crochet Potholder by Mama in a Stitch
Sometimes you just want to crochet a granny square right!? Granny does not have to mean old-fashioned as Jessica from Mama in a Stitch demonstrates with this very cool monochrome potholder.
Pattern Format: Written
Suggested Yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n’ Cream Solids
Wine Glass Cozy by Green Fox Farms
This Wine Glass Cozy pattern is designed to fit most standard stemless wine glasses. Lisa of Green Fox Farms offers some gorgeous colour options so you can customise it as you like!
Pattern Format: Written
Suggested Yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n’ Cream Solids
DIY Statement Crochet Earrings by Persia Lou
This is the perfect crochet gift for a teacher who loves fashion and anything a little bit different!
Pattern Format: Written
Suggested Yarn: Cotton Embroidery Floss
I hope you have taken some inspiration from these projects, happy crocheting!
Sarah
Thank you for including me in this beautiful round-up. I want to make everything on this list!! haha
You’re so welcome Keke, I love all your amigurumis, I want to make everything on your website!