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Under a time crunch for gift making? Why not try this list of 25 crochet Christmas gifts in a weekend and knock out those gifts quick!

We’ve all been there. When the list of people you’re gifting for is a mile long and you can’t seem to figure out why the days have been flying by so quickly, you need quick and easy crochet patterns, stat! Escape the dreaded handmade stigma with this curated list of thoughtful crochet gifts that are sure to impress! 

When you’re short on time, there are two shortcuts you can make. You can pick projects made with bulky and super bulky weight yarns or you can simply pick smaller projects. So step away from the sweater patterns and come check out these actually realistic last-minute crochet gifts!

Oh, and did I mention that all these patterns are free?! 

1. Weekend Wanderer Bento Bag

Stylish and functional, this free crochet market bag is sure to impress anyone on your Christmas list. You can make it using just chain stitch and double crochet stitch. This gift is a great pick for an eco-conscious person or someone who loves to frequent the farmer’s market. 

Designer: One Dog Woof

Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (Medium Weight #4)

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2. Weekend Chevron Blanket

Give the gift of warmth with this cozy chevron blanket made with super bulky yarn. It’s all double crochet stitches and the pattern is nice and repetitive. This is a great crochet gift idea for someone who’s always cold. You could even add a DVD and some popcorn for a “movie night in” gift set!

Designer: Double Crochet

Yarn: Bernat Blanket (Super Bulky Weight #6)

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3. Giant Bobble Cowl

Go big or go home with this fabulous overstated cowl design. You’ll be using bobble stitches and V-stitches along with bulky weight yarn to whip up this super speedy crochet cowl. This is such a great gift for a close friend or relative who loves fashion and always dresses their best. 

Designer: Lululoves

Yarn: Hayfield Bonus Chunky (Bulky Weight #5)

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4. ‘Put a Bow On It’ Crochet Coffee Cozy

Keep it simple with single and half double crochet stitches. A crochet coffee cozy is the perfect gift for a teacher or coworker. I love the big old bow on this one but there are seriously so many great free crochet patterns out there so make sure to explore your options to find the best fit! I would especially love to receive this gift along with a coffee gift card. 

Designer: Weekend Pursuits

Yarn: Worsted Weight #4
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5. Quick Gift Slouch Hat

Seriously, slouch hats aren’t going out of style anytime soon. You can make this quick crochet slouch hat with just double crochet stitches. The dramatic ridges are created by crocheting around the posts instead of into the stitches. Crochet hats are a great go-to gift for anyone because they’re both practical and adorable. 

Designer: Fiber Flux

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Chunky (Super Bulky Weight #6)

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6. Quick & Simple Granny Shawl

Have I mentioned lately how much I love the granny stitch? This classic stitch can be used to make pretty much anything. I especially love it in this colorful shawl. It’s a very fun and fast project that you could make even more colorful by using lots of different scrap yarns. 

Designer: Not Your Average Crochet

Yarn: Lion Brand Landscapes (Worsted Weight #4)

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7. Quick & Easy Scrunchie

Crochet scrunchies are one of the hottest designs of the year, especially since they came out with velvet yarn. These super soft scrunchies are quick enough to give in multiples and perfect for adults and kids alike. How about a custom gift set with crochet scrunchies and other hair products? 

Designer: Yarn Circus

Yarn: Bernat Velvet (Super Bulky Weight #6)

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8. The Addison Mug Rug

Add a touch of style to the table with these sophisticated mug rugs. This design takes simple single and half double crochet stitches and elevates them to a whole new level of chic. I would pair this crochet gift with a mug that makes you think of the recipient and a new tea or coffee for them to try!

Designer: Love & Stitch

Yarn: Worsted Weight #4

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9. Quick Slippers

Give the gift of warm toes with these quick and easy crochet slippers! Seriously, am I the only one whose feet are always cold?? I know people like to joke, but socks and slippers are always well received in my house! You can make these with just single and double crochet stitches. 

Designer: My Accessory Box

Yarn: Alize Show Punto Batik Design (Worsted Weight #4)

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10. Quick and Easy Textured Scarf

Have fun with a new crochet technique – the floret stitch – and make your own colorful crochet scarf to give away. The floret stitch uses double crochet and chain stitches, works up quickly, and gives your project lots of texture! I especially love this quick crochet gift for a kiddo.  

Designer: The Unraveled Mitten

Yarn: Caron Cakes (Worsted Weight #4)

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11. 50-Minute Fingerless Gloves

Keep your digits free to text and drive (just not at the same time) with these fabulous fingerless gloves. Double crochet stitches make this project work up in half the time and the design couldn’t be simpler. What a great gift idea for a teenager or young adult. Now you just have to decide what color to make them in! 

Designer: Repeat Crafter Me

Yarn: Bernat Super Value (Medium Weight #4)

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12. Farmhouse Potholder

Two strands of cotton yarn make this crochet potholder extra thick and squishy. The pattern uses the even moss stitch (alternating hdc and sl st) to achieve the lovely texture you can see from a mile away. Add a personal touch to this practical gift by making a set in the recipient’s favorite colors. 

Designer: Who’s Homemade

Yarn: Hobby Lobby’s I Love This Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)

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13. 20 Minute Bowl Cozy

I’d like to think we’ve all gotten a little bit closer to our microwaves this year (no, just me?) since we’ve been spending so much time at home. Save your loved ones from scorched fingers with these quick and colorful crochet bowl cozies. This quick half double crochet project pairs well with a can of their favorite soup or a bowl with a funny saying on the side.

Designer: Winding Road Crochet

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Worsted Weight #4)

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14. Crazy Fast Christmas Cowl

Christmas colors and double crochet V-stitches work well together in this fabulous and festive crochet cowl. The design is nice because it’s lightweight and very fast to make! Crochet cowls are always a safe bet for Christmas gifts because they’re so pretty and practical. 

Designer: Fiber Flux

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Solids (Medium Weight #4)

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15. 1.5 Hour Beanie

Hats are a classic gift for a reason! This design is an exceptionally great pick because it works up extra stretchy. No one wants a hat that’s too small! You’ll be working the pattern in back and forth rows of double crochet stitches worked in the back loops only. Don’t forget the pom pom!

Designer: Make and Do Crew

Yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease (Bulky Weight #5)

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16. Nifty Needle Case

Question: what do you make for someone that loves crafting as much as you do? Answer: a needle case, that’s what! This simple single crochet design makes an eye-catching case that’s perfect for holding needles and stitch markers. I especially love this gift idea for someone who makes amigurumi. 

Designer: Moogly

Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)

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17. Seeing Stripes Men’s Beanie

I know, there really aren’t enough free crochet patterns for men out there! I love this take on a crochet beanie for him that uses single and half double crochet stitches. Don’t be afraid to play with the colors here to complement your guys style. 

Designer: Kirsten Holloway Designs

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Worsted Weight #4)

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18. Pillowji Pillows

We all know someone who LOVES to use emojis when they text! These crochet throw pillows are perfect for kids and kids at heart. Simple single crochet circles are adorned with stitched on emoji facial expressions. Super bulky weight yarn makes this crochet project extra fast for a last-minute crochet gift. 

Designer: All About Ami

Yarn: Lion Brand Fast-Track (Super Bulky Weight #6)

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19. Sleek and Skinny Ear Warmer/ Headband

Hmm, my ears are cold but I just did my hair so a hat is out of the question. You can solve this dilemma with a quick and easy crochet ear warmer. This design uses single, double and half puff crochet stitches. I love this project for a quick crochet gift because it’s relatively small and simple while still being useful and beautiful. 

Designer: Cre8tion Crochet

Yarn: Caron Simply Soft (Worsted Weight #4)

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20. The Audrey Tote

This fashionable crochet tote is the perfect gift for the purse-hoarder in your life. If they change their purse almost as often as they change their clothes, then I think you’ve just found the one! Simple single crochet stitches never looked better than in this stunning crochet tote. With the leather straps on there, you can hardly tell it’s handmade!

Designer: Make and Do Crew

Yarn: Lion Brand Fast-Track (Super Bulky Weight #6)

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21. 4.5 Hour Blanket

Single crochet and chain stitches make pretty peaks in this soft and stripey crochet blanket. Super bulky yarn will make this project fly by so you can finish in just a few crochet sessions. I bet you know a few different people who would love to receive this gift. After all, you can never have too many blankets! 

Designer: CrochetDreamz

Yarn: Bernat Blanket (Super Bulky Weight #6)

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22. Granny Square Gift Card Envelope

There’s no shame in giving a gift card to someone who’s hard to gift for or to save time if you have a very long list of people you’d like to give gifts to. Add a personal touch with a pretty gift card envelope that’s made out of a classic granny square and tied with a bow. Who wouldn’t love to receive this precious little package?

Designer: Stitches n Scraps

Yarn: DK Weight #3

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23. Red and Green Wine Gift Bag Pattern

A thoughtful wine selection is always a welcome gift! Pair it with a reusable crochet wine gift bag in festive colors for maximum effect. Simple construction and easy peasy single crochet stitches make this project quick and painless. I especially love this idea for a hostess gift! 

Designer: Pine Tree Crochet

Yarn: Worsted Weight #4

Click here for the free crochet pattern!

Scroll down for the Christmas version

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24. Pyramid Lavender Bags

Think outside the box with these pyramid shaped lavender bags. These beautiful bags are filled with dried lavender, but you could also fill them with dried rice and a few drops of cinnamon and cloves essential oils for a more festive gift! They’re just so darn pretty and perfect for freshening up a workspace or bedroom.

Designer: Ned & Mimi

Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK (DK Weight #3)

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25. Desktop Succulent

If you know someone who can’t seem to keep a plant alive (like me) why not make them something that will last forever? Succulents are super popular right now because they look great and they’re fairly easy to make too – with just single crochet stitches. Combine this crochet gift with a nice plant pot for maximum effect. 

Designer: Yarn + Chai

Yarn: Yarn Bee Rustic Romantic (Worsted Weight #4)

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Bonus! Number 26

Here on Love.Life.Yarn you can find this nifty little Mitten Gift Card Holder. This little project really works up fast and you can knock out a bunch of these in a weekend!

Designer: Amanda Saladin

Yarn: Caron Cotton Cakes (Worsted Weight #4)

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What are you still doing here?! You’ve still got a lot of work to do. (I do too, now that I think about it!) Just don’t forget to bookmark this page or save it to your Pinterest gifts board before you go. You’re definitely going to want to be able to find this great post again when you’re in a bind and need a quick crochet gift idea! 

Which free crochet gift idea was your favorite? Have you started on your Christmas list yet? Did I miss any of your favorite go-to crochet gifts? I would love to hear from you in the comments below! Oh, and make sure to follow the blog and stay tuned for my next great crochet roundup! 

Happy Crocheting!
Amanda