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12 Free Crochet Patterns Using T-Shirt Yarn

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If you’re looking to create sturdy, long-lasting projects, t-shirt yarn may be the answer for you! It is durable, comes in a wide array of colors, and you can even make t-shirt yarn yourself!

things to make with t-shirt yarn

12 Free T-Shirt Yarn Crochet Patterns

T-shirt yarn can be used for all kinds of things, from hanging baskets to floor poufs to purses. When working with this yarn you’ll want to use a large hook – typically a 8mm or larger, depending on how stiff the finished project will be. If you don’t have t-shirt yarn on hand, grab an old shirt from your closet and make your own! It is remarkably easy and this t-shirt yarn tutorial will walk you through it!

Hanging Herb Garden Crochet Pattern

1. Of course this Hanging Herb Garden Free Crochet Pattern is a favorite of mine. This is also a great pattern for your craft room! I have three of these white hanging baskets in my craft room that I use to store my crochet hooks, dry erase markers (I use these when designing new patterns), and my scissors, measuring tape, and knitting needles.

How to crochet a target practice for kids

2. My youngest is playing his first year of kid pitch baseball and he’s gearing up to be the pitcher. This Crochet Target Practice for Baseball, Football is perfect for helping him nail down his strike zone!

Crochet bag with t-shirt yarn

3. There’s something about this Crochet Bag that I just love! It works up quickly because the yarn is so thick, and is very durable, too! I love the addition of the handles, don’t you?

dog toy crochet

4. I whipped up this Free Dog Toy Crochet Pattern Using T-Shirt Yarn for our playful pooches. This dog toy uses very little yarn and  works up fast meaning that if they tear the first one up, making a second will be a breeze!

t-shirt yarn cat toys

5. We can’t forget the felines! These T-shirt Cat toys are so fast and certainly fun!

how to crochet a rug with t-shirt yarn

6. I think this Mandala Floor Rug would be PERFECT to lay down in a nursery, or even on the patio!

how to crochet a floor pouf with t-shirt yarn

7. I’ve always wanted to crochet a floor pouf, and this free pattern might just be the one! How sleek and elegant!

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crocheting with t-shirt yarn

8. If you also sew, this small notions basket is adorable and uses just a bit of t-shirt yarn. It is sturdy and stylish!

t-shirt yarn pumpkin

9. It’s never too early to prepare for fall, and this Rustic Pumpkin is going to look GORGEOUS sitting on my porch!

t-shirt yarn hand bag

10. Grab some handles and whip yourself up a Casual Friday Hand Bag with this free pattern. I love the grey, don’t you?

pencil case and cup

11. Prepping for Back to School? This pencil case & cup set is sure to get the job done. You may even be able to use the case as a crochet hook holder!

market bag with t-shirt yarn

12. T-shirt yarn makes for a super durable market bag. This Crochet Mesh Bag is perfect for running to the market, or for carrying your lunch to work every day.

12 free crochet patterns using t-shirt yarn

Surely you’ll find something fun among this list to try your hand at t-shirt yarn! Share a photo of your makes with us in the Heart Hook Home Crochet Community on Facebook!

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  2. I would love to learn to crochet with T-shirt yarn. Please can you help and share patterns. Thank you dear much appreciated. Take care nd stay blessed.
    1. Hi Olive! T-shirt yarn usually can only be found online...or I have an article on how to make your own which can be found here: https://hearthookhome.com/how-to-make-t-shirt-yarn/