Using up leftovers sustainably: use everything and have fun doing it

Dear users, dear authors,
here you’ll find ideas for entertaining leftover use.
Have fun with it.

@Authors,
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For the fruit and vegetables in the children’s play shop, you can use up even the tiniest amounts of leftover yarn:

Basket with 9 types of vegetables

Fruit crate with 12 types of fruit

Christmas-themed projects from leftover yarn:

Christmas egg cozies

Reindeer coin purse

Christmas tree ornaments

Christmas finger puppets

Nativity figures

You can find even more Christmas-themed projects from leftover yarn here: CLICK!

And let’s think about Christmas.

Bell


This fun “Happy Dog” dishcloth is perfect for using up a few cotton scraps. It is knitted in double-face and therefore looks great from both sides.



Knitting pattern for the “Happy Dog” dishcloth



You can crochet these potholders in different colors or even entirely from colorful leftover yarn—and cleverly reduce your yarn stash at the same time :-)




Crochet pattern for the “Flamingo LOVE” potholders

If you have some larger amounts of leftover yarn, about 20–35 grams per color, you can crochet these pretty cloths from them, either as a comfort cloth, washcloth, dishcloth, or potholder.

All the motifs shown are also available in my shop as double-face knitting patterns.



Crochet pattern for cloth “Ella Unicorn”






Crochet pattern for cloth “Bear Tobi”





Crochet pattern for cloth “Love Birds”





Crochet pattern for cloth “Elo Elephant”

Back to School

Summer Dresses

Ball Gowns


Pumpkin Costume

Summer Clothing


Jacket and Pants


Wrap Top


Snowsuits


Dress


Dress


Long Dress


Dress


Dress


Christmas Set


Bride


Poncho


Shorts

Crocheted with thin crochet thread


Lace Lingerie


Have fun browsing. Just click the matching link for the image, and you’ll get the information you’re looking for.

The clothing is crocheted or knitted from leftover yarn.

Even a baby doll needs a diaper. This one can be crocheted perfectly from leftovers. The doll mommy is sure to have fun with it. And she’ll definitely need lots of them.

Go to the crochet pattern




A onesie for small teddy bears (25-30 cm) - knitting pattern




A onesie for dolls or teddy bears (40-50 cm) - knitting pattern




Pretty overalls for dolls 43-50 cm - knitting pattern




Raglan sweaters for dolls and teddy bears in various sizes, made from leftovers - knitting pattern




Cute outfit for dolls (43-50 cm) made from leftovers - knitting pattern




Colorful clothing set for dolls 43-50 cm - knitting pattern




Collar + scarf made from sock yarn and leftovers - knitting pattern




Baby winter set, 4 pieces, made from leftover sock yarn - knitting pattern




A sleeping bag for mini plush animals and dolls (20 cm), 2 models - knitting pattern




Schlüttli cardigan with hat for baby dolls (43-50 cm) - knitting pattern




Raglan sweater for baby dolls (43-50 cm) - knitting pattern




Matching pants for dolls 43-50 cm - knitting pattern




Sweater and sleeping bag for teddy bears 35-40 cm - knitting pattern




These baby shoes with a heart are wonderful to crochet from leftovers - crochet pattern




Striped pants for teddy bears or dolls - 40 cm tall - knitting pattern




Summer clothing for teddy bears 25-30 cm - knitting pattern




A bag for the play grocery store, filled with lemons and carrots - crochet pattern




Food for the play kitchen - ideal for toddlers. Includes toast, butter, fried egg, pasta, and vegetables.

Go to the crochet pattern




The colorful spring meadow brings good cheer to the table all year round.

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Baby’s first cuddly little bear - great and easy to knit from leftovers.

Go to the knitting pattern




These matching wrist warmers are very easy to knit from leftover Merino yarn.

Go to the knitting pattern




A headband for babies and toddlers in a waffle stitch pattern - knitting pattern

The little pouch for 10 Tempo tissues—also ideal for hiding small gifts, such as vouchers.

Go to the crochet pattern




Poinsettias as scatter decorations—easy and quick—crochet pattern




These door guardians are easy to crochet from leftover yarn and are ideal for the home office or kids’ room. Also a hit for the bathroom or restroom as door hangers.

Go to the crochet pattern for the value set—Guardian Bear and Guardian Owl

Both are also available individually.




Little gnomes are great to crochet from scraps. Also perfect as an Advent calendar.

Go to the crochet pattern




This tissue box is a pretty decoration in any room and a great gift idea. Easy and quick to make from leftover yarn.

Go to the crochet pattern

If you’ve accumulated some scrap photo cardstock in colors that match the Christmas theme, this Advent calendar would be a great way to use it up.



Each star measures approximately 17.5 x 17 x 4.5 cm. The calendar is very easy to make and is even well-suited for crafting with children.

Here are a few ideas from my shop for giving your leftover yarn a new life:

1) Snowflake "Jule" - a highlight for your Christmas decor, made as quickly as it is cleverly
Go to the pattern here



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2) Little bag with heart - keychain, bag charm
Go to the pattern here



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3) Bookmark with "wing and star" - also wonderful to use as a keychain
You’ll find the pattern here



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4) Cute Christmas bells in three sizes - super quick and easy to crochet
Go to the pattern here



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5) Charming little angel - as a tree ornament, decor for the Advent wreath, table decor, decor for a few branches, a sweet gift or little present to bring along
Go to the pattern here



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6) Beautiful angel wings / wings in shabby chic -
the wings are quick to crochet and perfect for using up leftover yarn. The front and back of the individual wing halves are crocheted in one go.
Go to the pattern here



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7) Sweet bells with bows in 2 sizes each
Go to the pattern here



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8) Angels in 3 sizes
Go to the pattern here



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9) Stars - the shooting star is worked using a combination of Tunisian and traditional crochet. A regular crochet hook without a thick handle is sufficient.
Go to the pattern here



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10) The angel wings "Romantica" also use a little Tunisian crochet again - but it works with a regular crochet hook.
Go to the pattern here:



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11)  Sweet wing in three sizes - Tunisian crochet, a regular crochet hook is enough.
Go to the pattern here



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12) If you want two mirror-image wings, this beautiful pair of wings with a heart might be just right for you. 
Go to the pattern here



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13) Sweet little trees in 4 sizes - super quick and easy to crochet
Go to the pattern here



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14) The sweet little umbrellas are wonderful decor for the whole year. They look just as good on the Christmas tree as they do on Easter branches.
Go to the pattern here



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15) Little bags in 5 sizes - sweet little bags in different versions and sizes
Go to the pattern here



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16) Sweet little bunnies for Easter decor
Go to the pattern here



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17) Decorative chains for a cheerful, colorful Easter table
Go to the pattern here



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18) Super cute for Easter - adorable bunny earrings or scatter decor.
Quick to make and ideal for using up scraps.
Go to the pattern here



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19) The angel wings "Romantica" also use a little Tunisian crochet again - but it works with a regular crochet hook.
Go to the pattern here:



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20) Jewelry set "Star Magic" - set consisting of earrings and a bracelet.
Go to the pattern here



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21) Choker and/or wrap bracelet in a wave pattern
Go to the pattern here



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22) Wrap bracelet with hearts
Go to the pattern here

... here are even more lovely ideas for your leftover yarn:

1) Little wing bag with mouse passengers - wonderful for small gifts or for a child’s room
Go to the pattern



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2) Lady "Gagack" and her chatty friends - egg cozy, shelf sitter, or sweet table decoration
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3) The "Sweet Little Chicks"  are crocheted with the clever double stitches - this makes them wonderful for embroidering.
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4) Mouse gang with little umbrellas - scarves and bobble hats help against the cold :-))
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5) The little mice are also available without little umbrellas - a wonderful cat toy :-)



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6) Sweet little backpack "Birdy" - ideal as a bag charm, keychain, gift or voucher pouch, doll accessory, etc.

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7) Backpack "Mayflower" - keychain, bag charm
Go to the pattern



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8) Backpack Eulalia - keychain, bag charm, gift/voucher pouch, doll accessory
Go to the pattern



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9) Bookmark and keychain "Angel with Heart"  
Go to the pattern



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10) Sweet little bags for "fashionistas" - a dream for girls big and small. 
Bag collection / voucher pouches / Advent calendar / decoration
Go to the pattern



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11)  "The Hexlies" - These sweet egg cozies are a wonderful table decoration for Halloween or children’s birthday parties. 
Go to the pattern



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12) "The Wegglies"- sweet egg cozy gnome gang - decoration for your breakfast table.
Go to the pattern



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13)  Birdy and his friends - three little egg cozy scarecrows. Quick to make and also a great gift or little present to bring along.
Go to the pattern



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14) Sweet angels - With an LED tealight underneath, they glow magically and cozily when it gets dark outside.
Go to the pattern



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14) This pretty cosmetic bag is practical for cosmetics, jewelry, odds and ends, etc., as is the sweet tissue pouch (tissue pocket).
Go to the pattern



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15) Angel "Lovely" - these sweet little angels with their embroiderable skirts will enchant your loved ones as much as your home. Thanks to the detailed description including a crochet chart, they are quick and easy to crochet.

Go to the pattern



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16) Playfully romantic bag charm - consisting of a sun hat and flip-flops, it also offers space for your shopping cart token or euro coin.
Go to the pattern



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17) Cute egg cozy hens, just like Grandma used to have.
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18) Cheerfully colorful little baskets - also great combined with the "Sweet Little Chicks"
Go to the pattern


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19) Sweet hearts - wonderful as a bag charm or keychain
Go to the pattern



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20)  Two sweet gnomes "Greta and Rocky" and little sacks - pouches to fill with small gifts, also cute as tree decorations.
Go to the pattern




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21) Advent calendar "sweet gnome gang" - crochet pattern for eight different gnome motifs and sweet little sacks.
Go to the pattern



Do you have too many scraps of black photo card left over from making lanterns? You can put them to great use in these Halloween window garlands .



The garlands shown are each about 85 cm long, but you can adjust them to suit your own taste or needs.

These garlands are also great for beginners.

My favorite pattern for leftover yarn is the

Crochet Hearts



They’re fun in every color, even now in fall, and with a hook you can quickly turn them into colorful Christmas tree ornaments. That way, you can crochet your way right through your box of leftovers.

Click here for the pattern.

Have fun crocheting

Want more?

when I have too much leftover yarn, I like to crochet yarn baskets that are then given as gifts.


Yarn Basket with Net




Set of 3 Leftover Yarn Baskets


the cute gnomes are quick to make with leftover yarn


Crochet Pattern: Hanging Gnomes, Leftover Yarn Busters
and you’ll find many more ideas in my shop

You only need about 25 grams of yarn for the little crocheted pumpkins , so you can put together a pretty, colorful collection. 

How’s it going?