You’ve just finished a beautiful project but are left with that single skein of yarn. What do you do now?

We know the feeling. You’ve spent weeks or even months knitting, crocheting, or weaving and the last thing you want to do is spend more time on your project. But before you put that skein away for good, consider some of these ideas for using up every last bit.

There are many things you can crochet or knitting with a single skein of yarn, like a hat, scarf, pair of socks, dishcloth, cowl, or headband.

Make a Hat with single skein of yarn

Take your skein of yarn and find the middle. Tie a knot, and make a loop.

Start winding the yarn around the loop, ensuring it’s tight and even. Once you’ve got a good amount of yarn on there, make a second loop and tie it off. You should now have a little hat-shaped bundle of yarn.

To finish the hat, cut two small slits in the top, thread your needle, and weave in the ends. You’re done!

Make a Scarf

If you have a single skein of yarn, the best thing to make with it is a scarf. Scarves are easy to make and a great way to show off your favorite color or yarn pattern.

You can find patterns for all types of scarves online, from lacy scarves to chunky scarves. Just find a design that appeals to you, and get started!

Make a Cowl

A cowl is a great option if you want something stylish and practical. And the best part is that you can make one with just a single skein of yarn.

Once you’ve got the hang of it, making a cowl is easy. And it’s an excellent project for beginners since it doesn’t require a lot of materials or time. So if you’re looking for a quick and easy task, this is it.

You can find more about the fiber content of yarns and patterns from our other blog posts