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19 Impossibly Clever Knitting And Crochet Patterns

Because the journey should be just as fun as the destination.

Alanna Okun
by Alanna Okun

BuzzFeed Staff

1. Mood Scarf

leafcutterdesigns.com
leafcutterdesigns.com

It's a month-long project where each day you knit, your mood corresponds to a particular color of yarn. Get a kit from the endlessly creative Leafcutter Designs.

2. Crochet Buttons

crafts.tutsplus.com

This is a great way to save money on buttons and use up bits of leftover yarn. Get the pattern here.

3. Sniffle Mitts

ravelry.com

Combat winter colds in style. Buy the pattern on Ravelry.

4. Teacup Pocket

colorfulstitchesblog.com

Brb, putting this on all my sweaters. Get the pattern from the always-inspiring Colorful Stitches.

5. Crochet Chain Link Scarf

Lorna Watt / Knits for Life / Via knitsforlife.com

This pattern comprises the perfect amount of snug and swagger.

6. Ten-Stitch Blanket

ravelry.com

Inspired by THE QUEEN Elizabeth Zimmermann, this is an insanely popular Ravelry pattern worked in easy ten-stitch rows with no sewing required. There's also a crochet version available.

7. Sky Scarf

8. Crocheted Wall Hanging Pocket

ravelry.com
ravelry.com

Perfect for storing EVEN MORE CRAFT SUPPLIES. Get the pattern on Ravelry.

9. Game Knitting

leethal.net

Lee Meredith makes all kinds of interesting patterns, and this booklet in particular focuses on spontaneous knitting in conjunction with a TV show/podcast/movie of your choice (so every time Sherlock unknowingly insults somebody, for example, change the color of your yarn). It's essentially a drinking game but for knitting (and hey, bonus points if you want to drink at the same time).

10. Headband-Slash-Cowl

ravelry.com
ravelry.com

Perfect for days when you just can't make up your mind. Find the pattern on Ravelry.

11. Knitted Clock

knitfreedom.com

IT'S KNIT-O-CLOCK SOMEWHERE. Get the pattern here.

12. Crocheted Doily Clock

ravelry.com

This is so beautiful I almost don't know what to do with myself. The pattern is available on Ravelry.

13. Air Quotes / Apostrophes

ravelry.com

Yo, they could totally come in handy. Get the pattern here.

14. Knitted Dominoes

woollythoughts.com

For cozy, cuddly game night. The pattern is available on Ravelry.

15. Color-by-Number Cowl

leethalknits.com

Also by Lee Meredith, this is part of a larger collection that lets your imagination run ~wild~ with color combinations. Crocheters can use these techniques too!

16. Crocheted Lampshade

pickles.no

By the always-simple-and-elegant Pickles.

17. Knitted High-Tops

ravelry.com

Cover your well-loved kicks or invest in a new pair. Get the pattern on Ravelry.

18. Baby "Converse"

ravelry.com

Why should grownups get to have all the high-top fun? Get the pattern on Ravelry.

19. Chair Leg Socks

ravelry.com

They'll help protect your floors AND look cute while doing so. Get the pattern on Ravelry (although you'll have to tweak it to your furniture's specifications).

Have you come across any strange/unique/delightful patterns in your knitting and crochet travels? Add them in the comments!