Turn your scrap yarn into playful toys or practical home items with these Free Scrap Yarn Knitting Patterns!
Having a stash of leftover yarn, we have come up with some free knitting patterns that can be crafted with the use of leftover yarn. These patterns are ideal for knitters who want to reduce waste or experiment with something new.
Scrap Yarn Free Knitting Patterns
1. Stranded Cuffs
Stranded cuffs are the perfect way to turn your scrap yarn stash into something stylish and elegant. Virpi Tarvo has used the leftover fingering yarn to knit.
2. Knit Kerchief Style Cowl
A beautiful cowl pattern by Annie Baker Designs. She has designed it in a kerchief style with multicolored stripes.
4. Domino Baby Summer Blanket
Sylvia Roozeboom has designed a colorful and creative baby summer blanket. It uses up all your scrap yarn while keeping your little one’s memories cherished forever.
5. The Scrappy Scrunchies
With the small amount of odds and ends, you can craft this cute scrunchie just like Jag Chand did. The design is knitted in the round as a long tube and then seamed up.
6. Raccoon Bag Charm
Time to turn your leftover yarn into an irresistible, mischievous woodland friend. Louise Smith has also used the tiniest piece of yarn for making the little eyes, ears, and paws.
7. Striped Scrappy Tote Bag
This striped bag is a charming knitting pattern by Filipa Carneiro. The striped look transforms your leftover yarn into a colorful, reusable bag that’s perfect for shopping or everyday use.
8. DIY Chair Socks Knitting Pattern
Protect your floors and use up scraps at the same time! This pattern from Knitting with Chopsticks helps you knit practical chair socks that stop noise and floor marks with very little yarn.
9. Marshmallow Mug Hats
These cute little mug hats are created by Island Style Crochet. They are designed to fit marshmallow mugs.
10. Pretty Little Hearts
A sweet, simple, and versatile project for putting scrap yarn to a heartwarming use. You can use these little hearts for gifting purposes or for a garland, also. The design is available for free on Lovecrafts.
11. Floating Flutterguy
Isn’t the floating flutterguy by Deadly Knitshade the quirkiest way to use the leftover yarn? It can be used as a desk buddy or to decorate your personal space.
12. Stash Busting Facial Scrubbies
Facial scrubbies are a quick and eco-friendly way to use the scrap yarn while adding a handmade luxury to your skin care routine. Deborah West has provided all her knitting instructions for free.
13. Knit Leftover Heart Bookmark
The bookmark is a simple and sweet knitting project that makes a thoughtful gift for any reader. You only need a small leftover of yarn to knit this. Anita Grahn has provided it instructions for free,
14. Knitted Striped Scrap Socks
These striped socks by Arina Shmarova are a great way to mix and match all your small yarn leftovers. They’re fun to knit, and each pair turns out totally one of a kind.
15. Knitted Candy Scrubbies
These candy-shaped scrubbies are great for using leftover yarn in the kitchen or bath. The pattern from Gosyo is quick, cute, and makes cleaning a bit more fun.
16. Knitted Scrappy Throw
A cozy throw made from all kinds of scraps—this pattern by Sonia Savoulian gives your leftover yarn a second chance to shine. Every piece adds warmth and color to your home.
17. Leftover Yarn Mug Cozy
This cozy wrap by Three Birds Patterns around your mug to keep drinks warm. It’s a quick knit and makes a thoughtful gift. A great way to use those small leftover yarn bits.
18. Handmade Scrapy Yoga Bag
Carry your yoga mat by CraftsEverywhere in style with this scrappy bag. It’s a simple, functional project that turns your yarn leftovers into something practical for everyday use.