100+ Best Craft Ideas of the Decade
You came, you saw, and you crafted! Check out our top The Best Craft Ideas of the Decade. Discover the most popular crochet patterns, knitting projects, and other crafts.
Below you'll see listed in order our most popular projects counting down from 100. These projects were viewed most often by our newsletter readers and site visitors in 2019! You'll notice a few clear favorites, such as:
Be sure to check out this adorable collection, and let us know what your favorites are in the comments! Did you make any of these projects in 2019? Share a photo. And don't forget to subscribe to our newsletters for daily inspiration!
The 100 Best Craft Ideas of 2019
100. Feather & Fan Shawl
79. DIY Upcycled Crochet Jean Shorts
78. Beaded Wine Glasses
77. Updated Amish Bars Throw
76. Plastic Spoon Roses - DIY recycled craft
41. Mountain Chalet Knit Flat Slipper Boots - easy knit slippers
40. DIY Chevron Denim Pillow
19. Paper Plate Weaving - adorable kids' craft
18. How to Make a Simple Macrame Plant Hanger
13. Gorgeous Sea Turtle Coloring Page - popular on Pinterest
12. Boho Crochet Shawl Pattern
11. Quick and Easy Shawl
10. Crochet Stash Baskets
9. Pom Pom Crochet Slippers for Adults
8. Healing Hearts Coloring Page
7. No Needles Knit Blanket
6. Picture Frame Pin Cushion - genius idea
5. Light Grey Easy Crochet Afghan Pattern - simple pattern for beginners
4. Sweet Cake Crochet Shawl Pattern
2018 Greatest Hits
Though this list is far from expansive, browse some of our most popular projects from 2018. There are tried and true favorites featured below, especially knitted slippers, crochet throws, and adorable baby patterns!
Grandma's Knitted Slippers
Under 6 Hours Crochet Throw Pattern
Beginner Hat Knitting Pattern
Arrow Stitch Crochet Afghan
Foolproof Afghan Pattern
Bavarian Rainbow Afghan
Baby Pumpkin Crochet Beanie Pattern
Duchess Baby Blanket - editor's pick!
Cupcake Afghan
A Chemo Cap to Crochet
Knit Two Hours or Less Scarf
Mop or Sweeper Cover Crochet Pattern
Super Soft Granite Crochet Blanket
Cozy Crochet Blanket Pattern
Pear Blossoms Crochet Doily
Easy Ombre Baby Blanket
Hand Crochet Chunky Blanket
Faux Mistake Rib Easy Crochet Hat
Removable Sewn Bowls Covers
Wrapture Free Crochet Shawl Pattern
Basic Beginner Crochet Scarf - video tutorial!
Picot Edge Knit Dishcloth Pattern
Colourful Granny Rainbow Crochet Baby Blanket
iPhone Toilet Paper Roll Craft
Granny Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
Blue Crochet Bunny Pattern
2017 Greatest Hits
Remember the year of the bun hat? Check out our top project below from 2017. We have a variety of popular patterns featured from that year as well! More afghans, more shawls, more crochet, and more knitting! You'll also discover a favorite tie dye pattern or two.
Simplicity Bun Hat
Easy Afghan for Him
How to Crochet a Bavarian Square
Millionaire's Afghan
Butterfly Wings Free Crochet Afghan Pattern
Ripple Afghan Crochet Pattern
Fancy Retro Top
Glamorous Spring Crochet Ruana Pattern
Goddess Shawl
Crochet Ripple Afghan Pattern
Cozy Soft Baby Cocoon and Hat
Gorgeous Crochet Baby Bonnet
Pretty Crochet Doily Pattern
Crochet Doily in Pineapple Pattern
Granny's Square Dishcloth
Stashbuster Granny Stripe Afghan
Beginner One Skein East Village Slouch Hat
Convertible Free Crochet Cowl Pattern
Quick Crochet Slippers Pattern for Adults
Cute Crochet Doll
Dog Sweater Crochet Pattern
Casual Pullover - knit
A Knit Men's Sweater
Two Piece Knit Poncho Pattern
Beginner Montgomery Fingerless Mitts
Diagonal Basket Weave Knit Blanket
Unbelievably Easy Knit Dishcloth Pattern
Hanging DIY Dish Towel
Button Sewing Room Tidy
Bullseye Tie Dye Technique
2016 Greatest Hits
2016 was the year of the colorful afghans, so take your pick from the list below! There are also gorgeous crocheted wearables such as sweaters and jackets featured. And, don't miss your chance to try a unique stitch! The daisy stitch washcloth pictured below is the PERFECT project to make when you're learning a new stitch.
Red Crochet Afghan
Blue and White Crochet Afghan
Day of the Week Bibs and Booties
The Coziest Crocheted Baby Blanket Ever
Sweet Baby Dreams Afghan
Sage One Skein Wrap
Lightweight Zen Jacket
Deep V Flourish Sweater Jacket
Garden Party Hat
Grace Kelly Bolero Shawl Crochet Pattern
Cozy Winter Headband
Crochet Santa Hat
Holiday Knit Slippers
Vanilla Meringue Cowl
Soft and Easy Alpaca Scarf - loom knitting pattern
Checkered Knit Blanket
Simple Chunky Blanket
Swirl Tie Dye Technique
Salt Resist Tie Dye Technique
Funky Jeans Bag
Daisy Stitch Washcloth Knitting Pattern
2015 Greatest Hits
2015 was the year the final season of Downton Abbey aired, and this show's popularity is evident in one of our most-visited projects of the year. Discover afghans using unique techniques like the catherine's wheel stitch and corner-to-corner crochet, and find some of our most adorable baby projects below, too! Last, we have beautiful home decor and recycled projects featured in this list. Who knew you could make a chandelier out of soda bottles?!
Downton Abbey Shawl
Colors of the Wind Afghan
Beginner Granny Afghan
Bold and Beautiful Catherines Wheel Crochet Throw
Crochet Corner To Corner Throw
Basketweave Twists Afghan
Adorable Crocheted Baby Dress
Natural Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern
Coldwater Creek Style Cardigan
Purple Beginner Shawl
Summer Wrap
Casual Chunky Sweatshirt
Crochet Ring Pattern
Forever 21 Knock-Off Scarf
Crochet Summer Tote - CUTE!
Japanese Afternoon Quilt Pattern
Ribbon Flower Pins
Easy Decoupage Frames
Soda Bottle Chandelier
Toilet Paper Rolls Sunflowers
Pottery Barn Wall Organizer
Recycled Magazine Cork Board
2014 Greatest Hits
In 2014 our somewhat controversial tampon angel project was one of our most popular tutorials of the year. Many of our most popular projects that year were recycled crafts, such as the junkstore birdhouse and the flea market vases. Discover a new use for something old with the beautiful projects popular in 2014.
Unique Tampon Angel
Wine Bottle Herb Garden
Junkstore Birdhouse
Sock Wreath
Flea Market Vases
Wine Bottle Pendant Necklace
Jingle Bell Wind Chime
Thrift Store Pedestals
Rustic Coffee Filter Wreath
Coffee Jug Planter
Toilet Paper Roll Butterflies
Vintage Spoon Pendants
Easy Worsted Afghan
Elsa's Frozen-Inspired Afghan
Easy Crocheted Diamonds Throw
Painted Desert Sunset Afghan
Manly Man Throw
Blush Rose Afghan
Desert Sunset Paradise Tee Shirt
Purple Lightning Tie Dye Tank
Hurricane Swirl Tank
Impatient Plaid Tie Dye Tee Shirt
Paradores Infinity Scarf
Sinfully Easy Cowl
Twist Easy Crochet Scarf
Martha Stewart Knockoff Canisters
Ladylike Ribbon and Pearl Necklace
Hobo Bag
A Green Lace Scarf
Easy Diaper Trike - editor's pick!
Buttery Sunshine Dishcloth
Aunt Bee's Gingham Dishcloth
Avalon Top - such a pretty pattern
2013 Greatest Hits
Any food container can be transformed into a fabulous storage solution, and some of our most popular projects from 2013 prove that fact! Below you'll find fabulous upcycles as well as gorgeous accessories! Did you know you can make earrings out of bobby pins? Get the tutorials for some of your favorite projects back in 2013.
Pringles Can Storage Container
Coffee Stained Roses
Spaghetti Jar Luminaries
Flower Statement Necklace
DIY Bobby Pin Earrings
Easy Peasy Hair Pins
Dollar Store Ornament Wreath
Dollar Store Cookie Sheet Magnet Board
Butterfly Garden Stake
Twist Scarf
Green Sheen Scarf
One Skein Asymmetry Scarf
Sea Foam Infinity Scarf
Rio Scarf
Pink Openweave Scarf - loom knit
Men's Winter Hat and Scarf Set
Dragon Stitch Scarf
Arizona Dusk Scarf
Super Easy Boa Scarf
Cable Knit Scarf and Hat
Simply Adorable Sock Yarn Baby Booties
Hooded Scarf
Stylish Cable Knit Scarf
Kiel Scarf
Leafy Lace Scarf
Easy Dishcloth
Flounce Scarf
Button Scarf
The 2010s: Best of the Rest!
The doorstop snowman has been a popular project during the holiday season for years! We have a handful of lovely seasonal projects featured below, as well as stunning recycled crafts and home decor. These are the best of the rest from the 2010s!
Crayon Stained Quilt
Baby Kisses Afghan
Water Bottle Room Divider
Placemat Shopping Bag
Plastic Cup Flowers
Snowball Wine Bottle Vase
Soda Bottle Birdhouse
Tina’s Green Craft Room
Kara’s Awesome Hanging Storage Solutions
Mini Drawer Storage System
Plastic Bottle Bathroom Storage
Fabric Scrap Bracelet
Doorstop Snowman
Copenhaggen Pillow
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