Crocheting is a great way to create, de-stress and invest in you. 

I am amazed at the crocheting projects I have seen people make.  Crocheting is a great way to create something for yourself or for others.

Handmade items are always better than store bought and they generally last longer.   I have a crocheted blanket that my Grandmother made for me over 20+ years ago and it still gets used on chilly days.

Frugal do it yourself and crocheting. 

If you are looking for a crafting project to pass the time while you wait at soccer practice or music lessons or while you watch television crocheting is as frugal as they come.

You will require a crochet hook, yarn and patterns.  All of which are very cheap to purchase.  You can even get yarn on discount at most craft shops and thrift stores.

Crocheting for others and crocheting to make money. 

Crocheting projects depending on the size and your skill level can be completed relatively quickly.  I remember how my Grandmother and Mom would make multiple hats and slipper sets in a week to gift to friends or donate to our church.

But because of the detail and the practicality of most crocheted items like hats, slippers, dish clothes and blankets there is a market for them.  You could make money off your designs.

I know of a lady locally who crochets slippers, dish clothes and scrubbies to make an extra income for her family.

Now she sells them locally, but you could sell them on crafting sites as well to make additional income. Crochet patterns are also a great income source online.

7 Amazing Crochet Patterns For Beginners:

1.Twisted Crochet Headband – Mama In A Stitch

You will need: 

• large eye blunt needles
• premium acrylic yarn

2. 15 Minute Coffee Sleeve – I’m Frayed Knot

You will need: 

• crochet hook
• worsted weight yarn

3. Super Soft Crochet Blanket – Dabbles & Babbles

You will need: 

• bernat baby yarn
• scissors

4. Slouch Hat – Live Craft Love

You will need: 

• silky soft worsted weigh yarn
• crochet hook

5. Crochet Owl Basket – Pattern Pile

You will need: 

• thick sturdy yarn
• 10 mm crochet hook

6. Easy Scarf – Craftsy

You will need: 

• 9 mm crochet hook
• acrylic super bulky yarn

7. Simple Slippers – The Spruce Crafts

You will need: 

• super wash merino wool
• tapestry needle

DIY gifting guide. 

If you have a coffee lover in the family the 15 minute coffee sleeve is the perfect gift. And the twisted crochet headband is great for the women in your life.

The crochet blanket is a perfect gift for the kids in your life.  It is super soft and great for cuddling up with a good book.  The slouch hat and the easy scarf would be great gifts for the millennial on your list.

Simple slippers would be a great gift for both the men and women on your list, simply swap up the colors for the right recipient.   Crocheted slippers are always on the request list in our household.

Happy crafting,

Cynthia
Saving & Simplicity