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What you can make with one skein crochet project
Looking to bust your stash and work up a one skein crochet project that you can use or gift? I have ideas for you. 10 free crochet one skein project pattern to work up as gifts or for yourself.
Small projects that use 200 yards or less are generally considered a one-skein projects, no to be confused with projects that use remnants.
Many projects require multiple balls of yarn to make complete items (think blankets, shawls, garments, etc) but one skein of yarn can make you so many useful things.
For some of these projects, you can bring in some of your remnants to add visual interest but mainly this is focused on using just one skein of solid or self-striping yarn. Don’t be afraid to get a single skein of an odd color during an end-of-season sale. You will be able to use it!
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1. Crochet hat
Crochet hats are popular projects. They can be worked in the round or as a rectangle that is seamed together and gathered at the top.
This wide horizontal ribbed hat needs just under a full skein of yarn and works up fast.
Crochet hats can be made with all types of yarn in a variety of thicknesses. A 2 hour crochet hat like this easy chunky crochet slouch hat is worked with thick yarn and comes together in just a couple of hours. Check out this one skein crochet slouch hat that can be made in only two hours!
Small amounts leftover can be used for this Arabella free crochet hat pattern that is accented with two colors of yarn. Simply pick your main color then sort through your stash for two accent colors that work together to create a stunning, eye catching finished project.
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2. Crochet dishcloth pattern
One of my favorite crochet items because of how versatile they are, is the crochet dishcloth. I have many made up for use in the kitchen and beyond. See this crochet dishcloth free pattern to make your own crochet dishcloth this weekend.
Another post that shows off several crochet dishcloths is here. I even have one made with more than one yarn color that I use when working with bleach so it’s no matter if it gets bleach spots on it. The fiber is still perfectly usable. (I did that with a swiffer crochet cover too!)
3. Crochet pumpkins
This project is a staple in every crocheters fall home decor items. There are many variations to pumpkin patterns but they all leave you with a finished fall home decor item. One skein can make multiple pumpkins depending on the sizes you chose.
Pumpkins are showing up in such a variety of colors, included an array of muted natural shades like blues, browns, golds and off white to create a natural tablescape, fireplace hearth design or something like this moveable tray of table decor shown below.
Check out the free crochet fall fantasy crochet pumpkin pattern to crochet your own one skein pumpkins.
4. Crochet spa set
A useful set that happens to make a great gift. For this one skein crochet project you will want to use a soft cotton in your stash. The three piece set includes a headband, a bathcloth and facial cloth. Packaging ideas for this luxe waffle spa set are included in the post.
I used a mix of three tranquil colors for this set. You can come up with some great color combos for your spa set from your stash. There are color combos for inspiration in the post along with some great ideas of how to package this set up as an inexpensive yet thoughtful gift.
Check out the free crochet waffle spa set pattern.
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5. Crochet Coasters
Quick and useful, crochet coasters can be made in a day using one skein of yarn. This pattern uses multiple colors but can look beautiful in one or two colors. (pull in some of that scrap yarn!)
Coasters can also be great gift toppers when using simple kraft gift wrap paper and twine. You can thread som onto a long string and create a fun garland with these apple coasters.
See the harvest home crochet coasters free pattern
For a true solid color coaster these boho spiral coasters are a beautiful option. Check out the free pattern from For the Frills.
6. Crochet bookmarks
I love to make crochet bookmarks, especially when I am giving a book as a gift. When I gift a cookbook I give 3-5 bookmarks because upon first glance, there are so many recipes you want to go back and revisit. Make a set in one color or in multi colors bringing in some of the remnants in your stash.
These are nice to sell in sets at craft fairs too.
These bookmarks use just 25 yards of category 3 yarn so you can whip up several to have on hand for yourself or gifting. Check out the crochet bookmark pattern.
7. Crochet potholders
The thermal stitch makes a heatsafe beautiful potholder. This pattern has you work the wood hook directly into the starting chain so it looks secure and substantial.
Potholders are some of my favorite crochet items! They are so handy and I like to give them as gifts.
See the free thermal stitch potholder pattern.
Crochet fish hanging potholder pattern is one of my most popular designs.
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The 7.5″ size uses just 115 yards of yarn.
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8. Crochet eyeglass or sunglasses case
A must have for anyone who has any type of eyeglasses, a protective case to slip your spectacles in. I have many many pairs of both vision correction and sunglasses and they all gather dust if I don’t have them kept under cover.
Yarn is soft and won’t scratch lenses.
I have a sunglasses pocket case designed to match my crochet crossbody bag pattern.
Check out the free crochet eyeglass case pattern.
9.One skein crochet shawl
The classic crochet project – a shawl, can be made with one skein depending on the pattern, the stitch, and finished size. This shawl is one that can be completed with a single skein of yarn.
Beautifully detailed and totally wearable (and giftable) you will want this one your project list.
This stitch is great for crocheters who get bored from repetitive stitches.
See the free crochet shawl pattern.
10. Crochet phone or table stand
Perfect for when you’re actively working projects and using your phone or tablet to display the pattern.
This one skein project can prop up your tools and electronic device with ease. Check out the free phone stand crochet pattern.