Upcycling With Crochet: 7 Eco-Friendly and Fun Projects
Ready to rejuvenate your wardrobe? Try these frugal and (mostly) free DIY crochet upcycling patterns.
Upcycling is re-purposing and recycling things into new practical and beautiful items. Sometimes called crochet hacking, using the art of crochet to upcycle is a great way to add more use and life to all kinds of clothing and other items.
World Upcycling Day is June 24 every year, but you don’t need to wait to refresh your wardrobe and reuse that great yarn and clothing! Incorporating upcycling into your crochet projects is a terrific way to use your creativity in a frugal and environmentally friendly way.
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1. Crochet Sleeves On a Jean Jacket by HookYarnCarabiner
Learn how to crochet sleeves to any jacket or vest with this free pattern and tutorial.
Find the free crochet sleeves tutorial here.
2. Crochet Patch for Jeans from MakeandDoCrew
Create a lovely lace patch for upcycled jeans with this easy and free pattern and tutorial.
Find the free tutorial for making a crochet patch for Jeans here.
3. Upcycled Cardigan with Crochet Edging by Cal Patch
Create a cozy cardigan from a repurposed t-shirt and yarn with this free crochet pattern.
Find the free Upcycled Cardigan tutorial at Threads Magazine.
4. Upcycled T-Shirt Yarn Crochet Rag Rug by My Poppet
Learn how to make your own t-shirt yarn and crochet a rag rug with this easy and free pattern and tutorial.
Find the written instructions along with a video tutorial here.
5. Crochet Tee Shirt Pocket by Crochet Confidential
Create a crochet patch pocket to add a beautiful and practical decoration to your favorite plain t-shirt with this Crochet Patch Pocket Pattern
6. Upcycled Crochet and Denim Bag from Darn Good Yarn (Paid Pattern)
This eco-friendly bag uses yarn and denim scraps to create a fashionable tote. This crochet pattern is paid, but such a great example of an awesome upcycling project, I had to include it here.
Get your copy of the crochet pattern at Darn Good Yarn.
7. How to Crochet a Hem on Pants
Learn how to add a lacy hem onto your jeans with this free video tutorial.
Learn More About Crochet Upcycling
Buy at Amazon: Crochet Hacking: Repair and Refashion Clothes with Crochet by Emma Friedlander-Collins
