17 Free Small Crochet Projects (Can be Completed in an Hour)

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If you don’t want to spend hours falling the head in a crochet item, you need these small crochet projects we are sharing in this post. These projects can be completed in just a few minutes to hours, providing instant gratification. You will find everything from home decor to practical items with step-by-step tutorials for each. Also, most of them just demand basic crochet skills and stitches.

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Patterns for Crocheting Small Projects

There is a whole world of small projects that get often buried under blankets and sweaters. But with these projects, you can crochet hats, scrubbies, purses, earrings, and much more. With the ease of these patterns, you can also whip up a last-minute gift, add homemade charm to your home, or even stock up on unique, items to sell – since you must have a big stock.

The benefits of small crochet projects are many: they often require just a single skein of yarn or scraps from larger projects, they can be done in a single sitting, and their size makes them portable and convenient for crocheting on the go. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a novice, exploring the wide range of these small but rewarding projects can bring a lot of joy and a personal touch to everyday items.

Crochet Scrubby Pattern

Crochet an easy and quick scrubby pattern perfect for kitchen use. These scrubbies, from Yarn Bee Scrubology yarn, feature a unique tube-like, rough texture that’s excellent for scrubbing dishes. The pattern is beginner-friendly, taking less than 10 minutes per piece to work up.

This makes it efficient for both new and experienced crocheters. The process starts with a chain round followed by double crochets to form a round scrubby. Rachel emphasizes working over the tail for easy finishing. She suggests securing the ends well, as the item will undergo frequent use in the kitchen.

Crochet Chapstick Holder

Crochet Chapstick Holder

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to crochet a fast and colorful chapstick holder that doubles as a keychain or lanyard accessory. This project requires 4-weight cotton yarn like Sugar and Cream, a 3.75 mm crochet hook, lip balm, and a keychain hook.

Starting with a magic ring, you’ll crochet in rounds to gradually expand the holder to fit a chapstick snugly. A key feature is adding the keychain hook directly into the crocheting process, ensuring a secure hold. These holders are practical for everyday use and make charming gifts.

Crochet pouch necklace

Crochet this mushroom-shaped pouch necklace that’s perfect for storing small items like keys or chapsticks. This project is beginner-friendly and very quick. One feature of this crochet necklace is its secure cap, ensuring whatever you place inside won’t easily fall out. Yaya emphasizes the pouch’s versatility and cuteness, adding that it can be a delightful accessory or a unique gift. Yaya’s tip is to consider adding little spots to the mushroom cap, enhancing its appearance with a simple yet effective touch.

Crochet Leaf Earring

These crochet leaf earrings need 100% cotton yarn (size 8), and a fine 1mm steel crochet hook to achieve intricate detail. For embellishments, wooden beads are added, enhancing their beauty.

The project requires basic crochet tools, including a yarn needle, scissors, pliers, and wire cutters for finishing touches like attaching hook ear wires and eye pins. You will love that beautifully symmetrical leaf pattern achieved by simple crochet techniques. The instructor suggests choosing the correct yarn thickness to adjust the earring size to your preference.

How to Crochet a Striped Coin Purse

Here is a cute striped coin purse, perfect for keeping change neatly tucked away. This fun crochet project is for beginners. All you need is three colors of medium-weight yarn, with two colors forming the stripes and the third creating the flap top.

A 4-millimeter hook will be required to achieve the tight stitches needed for a secure pouch. A distinctive feature is the loop added to the last row, which allows for attaching the pouch to a keyring. The alternating stripe pattern is not only aesthetically pleasing but also allows aspiring crocheters to practice color changes and maintain tension.

Crochet Easy Flower Earrings

Crochet Easy Flower Earrings

Crochet small, flower-shaped earrings that are about one inch in diameter with this tutorial. To achieve the same intricate detail, you will need the fine yarn weight. The earrings feature a vibrant yellow center with pink petals, creating a beautiful flower design. The process begins with a simple slip knot and involves making single crochet stitches to form the flower’s center.

Donna offers a clever tip for securing ends on crochet earrings – tying knots and trimming the excess string. For a polished finish, a pearl is glued to the center, and earring wires attached with a jump ring complete the piece. Donna advises using clear nail polish to secure the knots firmly. Crochet this for adding to your jewelry collection.

oceans Cup Cozy

To hold the coffee cups easily this winter, crochet this Ocean’s Cup Cozy, an easy and quick-to-make cozy. It is ideal for travel mugs or any cup. The tutor recommends about 40 yards of worsted weight (medium weight number 4) 100% cotton yarn for insulation and a bit of stretch without losing shape.

The cozy is worked in rounds starting with a chain of 30, followed by a series of single crochets to create a textured pattern, and finished with a simple edging. The project is unique for its ability to fit various cup sizes and can be personalized with buttons or other embellishments. Sarah advises keeping stitches loose, especially when working through the center of the stitch, for easier hook insertion.

 Crochet Lacy Bracelet

Learn how to crochet a cute, lacy bracelet, perfect for adding a whimsical touch to any outfit. Utilizing pale pink mercerized cotton yarn and a 3mm hook, this project is friendly for beginners.

The process involves starting with a slip knot and a chain of 50, creating a foundational loop for a tie closure, and then working in slip stitches and single crochets to form a delicate, lacy edge. The distinctiveness of this bracelet lies in its intricate “figure eight chain” appearance, giving it a lace-like texture. The creator suggests weaving the ends carefully for a neat finish.

Breezy Super Chunky Beanie

The breezy super chunky beanie is a cozy and stylish addition to any beanie collection and quick-to-complete. This hat will be crocheted using a super bulky will making the beanie exceptionally warm and thick.

The beanie is characterized by its fold-over brim, which measures about two to three inches. The entire piece uses half-double crochets worked in the back loop only, allowing even beginners to easily follow along. For this project, you’ll also need a 9 mm crochet hook, a yarn needle, and scissors. Ally emphasizes the importance of checking the gauge to ensure the beanie fits perfectly. She also suggests adjusting the chain and row counts for different sizes. She concludes the tutorial by demonstrating how to seam up the sides of the beanie and secure the top.

Cherry Blossom Crochet Flower

As the spring starts, crochet this cherry blossom that results in a delicate and attractive replica of this flower. For this, you will need weight 2 or sport weight yarn, a 2.75 mm crochet hook, with a darker color yarn for highlighting the center. The flower features five petals, created by beginning with a magic circle and working in simple stitches such as single crochet and triple crochet.

The creator suggests that this pattern can be completed quickly and personalized with color variations. The cherry blossom flower can be used as an embellishment for a variety of projects, including hats, and bags, or as a decorative piece. As a tip, if you’re attaching the flower to another item, consider leaving the tail ends of yarn long enough to tie it on securely.

Crochet Plant Pot Cover

Crochet these whimsical face-having plant pot covers with this beginner-friendly tutorial. It’s a simple design with optional cute legs, eyes, and a smile, bringing a whimsical touch to any setting.

Ideal for sprucing up both faux and real small plants, this pattern calls for 100% cotton yarn and a 4.5 mm crochet hook. According to the tutorial, you can adjust the size to suit larger pots, and if you’d rather skip the embellishments for a minimalist cozy. It can even protect glass jars, serving as a cozy for storing small items like buttons or beads. The creator suggests using scrap yarn, which means this is also an excellent project for using up leftovers.

Crochet the Mabel Pot Holder

This crochet pot holder has a sophisticated appearance with its double-thick, moss stitch granny square texture. It makes it more intricate than it is to create. The tutorial simplifies starting with a magic ring then single crochet, and chain stitches, and up to changing colors for a charming finish. Dana emphasizes the pot holder’s dual-thickness as a distinctive feature. She suggests using stitch markers for easier round transitions and recommends not cutting the yarn after color changes.

Crochet Face Scrubbies

CROCHET FACE SCRUBBIES

Learn how to crochet adorable little face scrubbies, excellent for both beginners and seasoned crocheters. These scrubbies, crocheted from 100% cotton yarn are designed to be soft yet durable, perfect for daily skincare routines.

Utilizing mini puff stitches, the pattern creates a cute, flower-like appearance. Using a medium-weight (#4) yarn paired with a 6 mm crochet hook, you can crochet these eco-friendly scrubbies, which serve as a reusable alternative to disposable cotton pads. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of following along with the written pattern.

Crochet Daisy Coasters

Add something related to spring on your tables with this crochet flower coaster pattern. A written pattern is also available for free on the creator’s website. These coasters feature a distinctive daisy pattern, created using a combination of magic circles, double crochet stitches, and color changes to achieve a stunning appearance. Jo suggests ensuring your stitches are tight to keep the shape, but not too tight that the coaster loses its softness.

Suzette Bookmark Crochet Pattern

The Suzette bookmark is an easy-to-make pattern for practicing this attractive stitch. You will end up with an elegant bookmark approximately two inches by seven and a half inches. It will need a combination of single and double crochet stitches executed in rows, culminating in a stylishly tapered end. This project is not only great for personal use but also makes for a thoughtful gift or a charming item to sell at craft fairs.

Sarah advises visiting her website to follow the free written pattern alongside the video for clarity. A handy tip for those opting to add a tassel as a finishing touch.

Crochet card holder

Crochet these compact crochet card holders, ideal for beautifully and safely storing credit cards. Its special features include a magnetic closure and two pockets, enhancing both functionality and security.

This project is accessible even to crochet novices. The addition of snap and tag significantly elevates the cardholder’s appeal, making it a personalized accessory or gift option. The creator recommends purchasing snaps from Amazon and tags from Etsy, offering customization tips. This card holder is not just practical for organizing cards within a handbag but also serves as a stylish statement piece.

 

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