5 Small Crochet Patterns that Make Great Gifts

Great Gifts are ones that makes the giver and the recipient happy. Handmade gifts represent the love, gratitude and the warm feelings. If you are a maker, a crocheter, all you need is your crochet hooks, yarn and a pattern to make a gift. The size does not count but the sentiment behind it. If you are a beginner or an advanced crochet artist, you can work on 5 small crochet patterns that makes great gifts.

Materials:

·        Worsted weight yarn in your preferred color. You can also use your stash from leftover projects.

·        Crochet hook (size H/8 or 5mm) or any other size that matches the yarn weight. If you have a single-ended crochet hook in your collection in the size that works with the yarn. You can also choose interchangeable Tunisian crochet hooks for regular crocheting, but don’t attach the cord.

·         Scissors

·         Tapestry needle

1.       Cup Cozy

A crocheted cup cozy is a perfect small gift for coffee or tea lovers. It's easy to make and can be personalized with different colors and designs.

Crocheting a cup cozy is a quick and easy project that makes a great gift. Begin with a slip knot on your crochet hook. Start by 26 chain stitches. You can also work on a foundation stitch. You can start with foundation single crochet (FSC) or a double crochet stitch. This will be the width of your cup cozy. Single crochet into the second chain from the hook and continue single crocheting across the row. Chain one and turn your work. Single crochet into each stitch across the row. Repeat step 3 until the cozy reaches the desired length (around 8 inches for a standard coffee cup). Once the cozy has reached the desired length, tie off your yarn, leaving a long tail. Fold the cozy in half with the wrong sides together and use your tapestry needle to whip stitch the two ends together. Weave in any loose ends with your tapestry needle.

Your cup cozy is now complete! You can add extra embellishments such as buttons, pom-poms or embroidery to personalize it further. Slip it onto a cup and enjoy a warm drink with a cozy grip!

2.       Keychain

A crocheted keychain is another great small gift idea. Can be easily made with any pattern, yarn or design, this one gift can be anything you desire. Do consider what the gift recipient is fond of. You can make them in different shapes and colors and even add small charms or beads. You can express your creativity in this pattern. You can crochet a delicate daisy flower with leaves or a simply colourful rectangle with tassels. If you have a key ring you can make a design surrounding it. If you have a stash of yarn, simply use any and a matching crochet hook size to work the yarn

3.       Bookmark

A crocheted bookmark is a lovely gift for book lovers. You can make them in various designs and colors, and they are small enough to fit in a card or envelope. Here you can work with any design or pattern. Crochet a flower or a string of leaves or hearts.

4.       Scrunchies

Crocheted scrunchies are a trendy and functional gift. You can make them in different colours and sizes, and they are perfect for holding back hair or adding a pop of color to an outfit. You can work this gift in the round or a flat pattern seamed with a wool needle. You can make one or a pair or dozen in different colours. These small gifts are wonderful to make.

5.       Dishcloth

A crocheted dishcloth is a practical and useful gift. You can make them in different colors and patterns, and they are perfect for cleaning dishes or wiping down surfaces.

These patterns are all relatively quick and easy to make, and they can be customized to suit the recipient's preferences. Plus, handmade gifts always have a personal touch that makes them extra special.

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Happy crocheting these wonderful gifts for your loved ones!