If you are a crocheter without a yarn stash, then I absolutely commend you! But if you have more than a bit of scrap yarn lying around then this is the list of over 100 crochet patterns for scrap yarn is for you 🙂

I had convinced myself that I only buy yarn with a specific project in mind. However, it was only when I decided to organize my yarn, that I discovered that I am indeed a bit of a yarn hoarder.
Now that my yarn is a lot more organized, I can see exactly what I have and I’m doing my best to work my way through it.
Crochet Patterns by Yarn Weight
For each of these scrap yarn crochet patterns, I list the recommended yarn weight, and the suggested yarn if it’s available. This allows you to see at a glance what you might be able to use from your stash.
I’ve also grouped the patterns by yarn weight so you can skip straight to each section.
View patterns by yarn weight:
- Patterns using Crochet Thread & #2/Fine Yarn
- Patterns using #3/DK/Lightweight Yarn
- Patterns using #4/Worsted/Medium Yarn
- Patterns using #5/Bulky Yarn
- Patterns using #6/Super Bulky Yarn
Now, let’s get crocheting!
Which brings me to the Stash Busting Challenge event, an exciting, stash-busting frenzy is running for the entire month of April!
I have joined together with a group of designers, who are each making a different pattern PDF available for free for ONE WEEK.
How does it work?
Each week, designers will share a new set of scrap yarn projects crochet and/or knit. Each of these patterns will be available as a free PDF to download for the duration of the week. The entire collection of projects for leftover yarn will be updated at 11:59 PM EST every Tuesday.
Sounds great, how do I get the PDFs!?
1. Come back to this post every week (you can signup for reminders below) Scroll down to the current week to see the featured patterns.
2. For each pattern that you would like to download, click on the link to go to the designer’s pattern page.
3. On the pattern page, find this button ->
This will bring you to the download page (either on Ravelry or the designer’s website). Then use the code SBCHALLENGE to claim your free PDF!


Patterns using Crochet Thread and #2/Fine Yarn
Happy feet baby socks by Knitting with Chopsticks
Strawberry Pacifier Clip by Raffamusa Designs
The Flora Flower by Yarnhild
Sunday at the Pool Coaster by Knitting with Chopsticks
Yarn Weight: #2/Fine
Suggested Yarn: Schachenmayr Catania Originals
Basketweave Baby Booties by Raffamusa Designs
Yarn Weight: #2/Fine
Suggested Yarn: DROPS Baby Merino or Katia Merino Baby
Quick & Easy Earrings by Desert Blossom Crafts
Yarn Weight: Size 10 Crochet Thread
Fox Face Brooch by Crochet Cloudberry
Yarn Weight: #2/Fine
Easy Headband by Brittany Alice Crochet
Yarn Weight: #2/Fine
Suggested Yarn: Alize Bamboo Yarn
Cross Bookmark by Edith Blayne
Yarn Weight: Size 10 Crochet Thread
Coco Earrings by Creations By Courtney
Yarn Weight: Size 5 Crochet Thread
Suggested Yarn: DMC Pearl Cotton
Two-Toned Scrunchies by Desert Blossom Crafts
Yarn Weight: #2/Fine
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks Stroll Fingering
Patterns using #3/DK/Lightweight Yarn
Stashbusting Lace Scarf by Crafting Each Day
Seaglass Bandana Scarf by Hanjan Crochet
Ombre Coasters by Ned & Mimi
Sapphire Star Granny Square by Crochet Cloudberry
Zipper Pouch by Ned & Mimi
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light or #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK or Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Flower Face Scrubs by Burgundy & Blush
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Suggested Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Simple Basket by Yarnhild
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Spring Modern Granny Infinity Scarf by Itchin’ for some Stitchin’
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Suggested Yarn: Bernat Baby Sport
Venus’s Looking Glass Motif by Needle Klankers
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
The Classic Cowl by HanJan Crochet
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Suggested Yarn: Scheepjes Merino Soft
Arewa Ear Warmer by Fosbas Designs
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Boho Arrow Headband by Ned & Mimi
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Suggested Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Tunisian Crochet Tresca Potholder
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Triangular Headband by Bear Rye
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Suggested Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Ragdoll Jellyfish by Yarnhild
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Suggested Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Crochet Lavender Bags by Ned & Mimi
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Suggested Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Arewa Bracelet by Fosbas Designs
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Suggested Yarn: Scheepjes Sparkle DK
The Suze-Anna Racerback Top by Desamour Designs
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Crochet Easter Eggs by Itchin’ for some Stitchin’
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light OR #4/Medium/Worsted
Baby Bunny Hats by HanJan Crochet
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Easy Baby Booties by Fosbas Designs
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Light
Daisy Headband by Bear Rye
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Lightweight
Suggested Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Lacey Little Hat by Crafting Each Day
Yarn Weight: #3/DK/Lightweight
Patterns using #4/Worsted/Medium Yarn
Your Favorite Pot Holders by Joy of Motion Crochet
Rosebud Beanie by The Blue Elephants
3 Face Scrubbies and a Bowl by Edyth Blayne
Woodland Tote by Desert Blossom Crafts
Primrose Granny Square by Sunflower Cottage Crochet
Everlasting Infinity Scarf by Through the Loop Yarn Craft
Crocus Headband by Burgundy & Blush
Crochet Flower by Another Mum Fights the Dust
Ice Cream Cone by The Loophole Fox
Dreamer Beanie by Carroway Crochet
Zig Zag Zipper Bag by Loops ‘n’ Love Crochet
Mandala Monster by Sigoni Macaroni
Big and Thick Dish Scrubby by Itchin’ for some Stitchin’
Not Knit Dishcloth by Desamour Designs
Rainbow Dreams Wall Hanger by Stuck on You Crochet
Palm Tree Tapestry Bag by Creations by Courtney
All Tied Up HeadBand by Needle Klankers
Sunglasses Case by Pine Tree Crochet
Cute Pouch by Fosbas Designs
Striped Sunglasses Pouch by Joy of Motion Crochet
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Any cotton yarn
Spring Sparkle Coasters by Noors Knits
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted and Size 10 Crochet Thread
Suggested Yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n’ Cream & Size 10 Metallic Crochet Thread
Knit baby booties by The Blue Elephants
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks Shine Worsted
Butterfly Cardigan by E’Claire Makery
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Team Spirit Scrunchie by Simply Hooked by Janet
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Sideways Dishcloth by No Hooks Given
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n’ Cream
Assorted Rose Bouquet by The Loophole Fox
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
N Stitch mug rug by Sunflower Cottage Crochet
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Somerside Dishcloth by Through the Loop Yarn Craft
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted & Scrubby Yarn
Suggested Yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n’ Cream & Red Heart Scrubby
Whale Amigurumi by Loops & Love Crochet
Yarn Weight: #4/Worsted/Medium
Reusable Crochet Ear Protector by Sigoni Macaroni
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Tunisian Mug Rug by Desamour Designs
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Florabelle Fingerless Gloves by Edyth Blayne
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Nordic Textured Coasters by Joy of Motion Crochet
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Crochet Soap Saver by Knitting with Chopsticks
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Diamond Reflection Cowl by Another Mum Fights the Dust
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Loops & Threads Impeccable
Forest Trail Headband by Ned & Mimi
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Monkey Around Boot Cuffs by Through the Loop Yarn Crafts
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Tulip Twist Headband by Burgundy & Blush
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Caron Simply Soft
Heart Mason Jar Cozy by Carroway Crochet
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Caron Simply Soft
Sweet Daisies Pot Holder by Needle Klankers
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: 100% Cotton
Farmhouse Washcloth by Sunflower Cottage Crochet
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Mini Unicorn Amigurumi by Loops & Love Crochet
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Stashbusting Washcloths by Crafting Each Day
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Adjustable Freeze Pop Sleeve by Sigoni Macaroni
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Easy Plant Hanger by Janne @ Joy of Motion Crochet
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand Kitchen Cotton
Cali the Crochet Cactus by The Loophole Fox
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Brighton Beanie by Stitch & Hound
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Party Bear Coasters by Raffamusa Designs
Yarn Weight: Any
Crochet Easter Eggs by Desert Blossom Crafts
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Llama Wall Hanging by E’Claire Makery
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Hobby Lobby Soft & Sleek yarn
Crochet Heart by Yarnhild
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
X Bangle by Creations By Courtney
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Lily Sugar n’ Cream
Ice Cream Cozy by Sigoni Macaroni
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Lily Sugar n’ Cream
Kimono Baby Booties Pattern by The Blue Elephants
Yarn Weight: #4/Medium/Worsted
Patterns using #5/Bulky Yarn
Western Style Wall Hanging by Simply Hooked by Janet
Tunisian Twist Ear Warmer by One Little Hook
Alpine Crochet Purse by Brittany Alice Crochet
Slouchy Hipster Beanie by King & Eye
Spiral Baby Hat by Crafting Each Day
Yarn Weight: #5/Bulky
Suggested Yarn: Red Heart Soft Essentials
Bobble Fingerless Gloves by E’Claire Makery
Yarn Weight: #5/Bulky
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand Color Made Easy
Boho Plant Hanger by Brittany Alice Crochet
Yarn Weight: #5/Bulky
Suggested Yarn: Bernat Home Decor
Patterns using #6/Super Bulky or T-Shirt Yarn
Two Toned Beanie by E’Claire Makery
T-shirt Yarn Slippers by Knitz ‘n’ Purlz
Diamonds Hat by Creations by Courtney
Yarn Weight: #6/Super Bulky
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand ZZ Twist
Honeycomb Cowl by One Little Hook
Yarn Weight: #6/Super Bulky
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick
Short and Chunky Fingerless Gloves by Carroway Crochet
Yarn Weight: #6/Super Bulky
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick
Easy Boho Evening Purse by King & Eye
Yarn Weight: #6/Super Bulky
Marley Beanie Knitting Pattern by the Blue Elephants
Yarn Weight: #6/Super Bulky
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand Hometown USA
Two Colour Cowl by King And Eye
Yarn Weight: #6/Super Bulky
Simple and Sweet Bowtie Headwarmer by Itchin’ for some Stitchin’
Yarn Weight: #6/Super Bulky
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand Hometown USA
Luxe Spa Headband by Through the Loop Yarn Craft
Yarn Weight: #6/Super Bulky
Suggested Yarn: Bernat Blanket
Peek-a-boo Hat by Knitting with Chopsticks
Yarn Weight: #6/Super Bulky
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick and Quick
I hope you have taken some inspiration from these projects, happy crocheting!
Sarah

Hi! Thank you very much for this patterns. For me crochet make things easier.
This projects give the time to relax and focus in the lovely things of life.
This is good!
Big hugs and stay safe!
P.S. I’ve tried to dowload the Suze Anne Top and the Arewa Bracelets and the links does not work…
You’re so welcome Marcela! Thanks for letting me know about this issues – both designers are aware and it should be fixed really soon, I’ll keep you posted 🙂
Hello!
I have looked forward to these stash buster emails each week. Already working on multiple patterns!!!
I tried to download the blue elephant booties through the link and the code does not work in Ravelry stating it is expired. Thank you
Hi Beth, that code should be working now, apologies for that!
Thanks to everyone ❤ Love everything and thank you for hosting it also.
Hi, Just wanted to mention the whale link is incorrect. And a BIG thank you for all the great patterns!
Thanks so much for letting me know, all fixed now!
The code for Stash Busting Basket, N Stitch mug cozy or Flower Face Scrubs isn’t working.
Loving all the patterns!!
Hi Christina, sorry for the late reply, I think there were some timezone issues with Ravelry last night, did you manage to get the patterns?
A very big thank you to all the designers who have provided us with free patterns over the four weeks of the stash busting challenge.
You’re very welcome Sarah, thank you 🙂
Thanks so much for all the great patterns! Lots of gift ideas~
You’re so welcome Cindy, thank you!
Thank you so much for all your wonderful patterns and being part of the STASH BUSTING CHALLENGE. The flower pattern from Another Mum Fights the Dust is not working. Thank you for all you do. Amanda
I’m sorry it showed charged but somehow it downloaded. My mistake I downloaded free and forgot I downloaded it. Thank you for everything you do. Amanda