Quick Crochet Patterns for Christmas Gifts (And Stocking Fillers!)
Here are some quick and easy crochet patterns for Christmas gifts and stocking fillers. The great thing is, all of these are free crochet patterns, right here, on my blog!
We’re a week or so into November, so there is still plenty of time to work up quick crochet projects for the festive season. Perhaps you’re looking to crochet stocking fillers, or maybe make small gifts to crochet that will sit under the tree, waiting to be unwrapped on the big day. Whatever the reason, you’re sure to find some crochet inspiration here.
The following crochet patterns are all great ideas that you can get sorted well in time for Christmas. And they make great stash busters, too. Some also have links to tutorials on my crochet YouTube channel. Not all of them, but you’ll find more info in each pattern’s post.
A Granny Stripe Woolly Hat
I love this granny stripe hat pattern so much that I’ve crocheted four of them so far. The ribbing is a little time-consuming, but get into the swing of it, and you don’t notice. You could also swap it for post stitches if you were in a hurry.
Crochet Hair Scrunchies – Super Quick Crochet!
This crochet hair scrunchie pattern is one of the quickest crochet patterns on the list. Oh, so quick to make, and they are the best stocking fillers for the long-haired person in your life.
I make a little ball of knotted scraps to make the really colourful scrunchies. Mohair yarn also looks great too.
Barking Mad – A Houndstooth Stitch Scarf
Isn’t the houndstooth stitch such a crochet classic!? I love exploring ways to use this delightful stitch. So, my Barking Mad Scarf is a scarf crocheted on the diagonal. It uses two hanks of hand-dyed yarn held with mohair, but honestly, you can make this in your favourite DK or worsted weight yarn too.
Cosy Crochet Socks – Ideal Stocking Fillers
Let’s keep going with quick crochet patterns for Christmas gifts. Find the Cosy Crochet cocks pattern here.
Not that you need to know, but I wore my grey pair of cosy crochet socks to death. I wore them every winter for four years until they wore away. All good things must come to an end, so they were replaced with the cream Christmas socks! Although, to be honest, the only thing that makes them Christmassy is the added holly leaves and red trim. Subtle, but I like it.
I used an aran weight yarn that borders on chunky yarn. Even with a finer weight of yarn, socks can be crocheted in no time and then secretly stuffed into a Christmas stocking!
Easy Gingham Crochet Bows
As well as bringing festive cheer with crochet bows in deep reds and greens, they would look totally amazing, popped onto wrapped Christmas presents. Or, I can see them tied to tree branches as well. These easy-to-make gingham crochet bows would also look great as a hair accessory.
Now that I think about it, I really would love loads of crochet bows decorating my Christmas tree.
Chunky Mittens – Quick Crochet Christmas Gifts
I cannot express how quick these chunky crochet mittens are to make. It still takes me by surprise. Colour-changing yarn takes them up a ramp, too, although I do have the perfect Christmassy red pair as well.
These crochet mittens are worked from the cuff up with increases to create the thumb shaping. A few small adjustments can be made to alter the size a bit.
Crochet Totes – Crochet Patterns for Christmas Gifts
Crochet is the perfect craft for making shoppers, totes and market bags by hand. I truly love a crochet bag in any guise! Therefore, here are two crochet pattern ideas for Christmas gifts. If you have the time, line the bags with a simple lining to make them a little bit stronger.
Cotton yarn is the best for crochet bags as it has robust durability. Some yarn brands have beautiful colour ranges so you can make really bright, cheerful crochet bags.
Granny Stripe Tote pattern. I need more of these in my life.
Zigzag Tote bag pattern. I love a crochet chevron, and they look great in this cotton crochet bag.
Granny Stitch Crochet Earmuffs
Stop ears from getting cold on blustery days, pop on some snuggly crochet earmuffs! This crochet idea is definitely the quickest crochet pattern in the list. You do need to buy earmuffs to cover, though.
The granny earmuff covers are removable, so feel free to make several pairs so that the wearer can change them whenever the mood strikes!
Easy Crochet Wrist Warmers!
OMG, these are the easiest crochet wrist warmers ever. There’s the teeniest bit of shaping to make sure they fit at the forearms. But there’s not even a thumb hole, so you can just enjoy working around and around. Buy self-striping yarn and you don’t even need to think about changing colour (or sew in a crazy amount of ends).
Apres Ski C2C Hat and Cowl Set
The crocheted hat and cowl for the Apres Ski set start life the same way. A strip of simple corner-to-corner crochet work creates the chevron pattern. Then they’re joined into a cowl, or with a few additional stitches, you’ve got a warm crocheted hat.
Obviously, all of these patterns make great last-minute crochet gifts, but I really think this cosy set would be perfect as a Christmas gift for family and friends.
Christmas Granny Stitch Santa Hat
Super chunky yarn means crochet patterns work up in a ridiculously short amount of time. I’m not normally a fan, but this chunky Santa hat pattern is such a fun item for everyone to wear at Christmas!
Modelled by my son a few years ago, the same hat fits me. So it’s kind of a one-size-fits-all hat. The sad thing is, I don’t remember how old he is here. He’s 16 now…
Simple Crochet Shawls
I’ve saved shawls until the end, as they are probably the longest projects here. However, you may find that you have the time to work on one of these simple designs. They are all free crochet triangle shawl patterns on the blog.
Hinterland Shawl
Top left, the Hinterland shawl is an aran-weight shawl using some pretty basic stitches. However, those stitches really do sing when they’re placed together. It’s a large shawl, so perhaps a present for under the tree (I don’t think that it would fit in an Xmas stocking!).
Urban Stripe Shawl
Top middle, we have the Urban Stripe shawl, which is a basic pattern worked from end to end. Regular increases are made to the middle, then decreases are made to the end. It’s also a great beginner crochet project. A sport weight yarn works well for this design, but it’s pretty versatile, and you can switch to a different yarn weight.
Wayward Sisters Shawl
Top right is the Wayward Sisters shawl, a crochet granny shawl, but the stripes run horizontally. For ease, speed and avoiding sewing in ends, this granny stripe shawl would look amazing in one colour. Also, why not add a contrast colour for the edging to bring it to life?
Triangular Granny Shawl
Lastly, it’s another triangle granny shawl pattern. It’s a stupendous stashbuster that can be worked up lickety split. This version uses 4ply yarn scraps, but the original version (made years ago) uses DK wool.
In case you didn’t catch the pattern links as you read through, let’s list them here:
- Granny Stripe Hat
- Crochet Hair Scrunchies
- Barking Mad Houndstooth Stitch scarf
- Cosy Crochet Slipper Socks
- Gingham Bows
- Chunky Mittens
- Granny Stripe Tote Bag
- Zigzag Chevron Tote Bag
- Granny Stitch Earmuffs
- Self-Stripping Wrist Warmers
- Apres Ski – C2C Hat & Cowl set
- Granny Santa Hat
- Urban Stripe Shawl
- Granny Triangle Shawl – the colourful one!
- Hinterland Shawl
- Wayward Sisters shawl
And there we have it, lots of different ideas to help you with crochet patterns for Christmas gifts! It’s a great collection with something for everyone. Do you think you’ll crochet some of these for loved ones? Let me know!
If you like these patterns, take a look at my free crochet patterns page, as you’ll find even more ideas!
Cheers! x
