The red, white and blue makes this perfect for the US patriotic holiday, but choose any colors from the bags you’ve been collecting over the years.
Recycled Material
How to Make Wrist Warmers from an Upcycled Sweater ~ Petals to Picots
These wrist warmers are made from the sleeves of an old sweater.
Small Crocheted Motif Pattern by My Recycled Bags
Here’s a small afghan square to help you to reuse your grocery bags.
Recycled Denim Storage Bin by reragg.com
As you can see, this bin is perfect for your yarn projects, but you can use it for just about anything else you like.
Recycled Denim Jeans Crochet Bowl by reragg
Upcycle old jeans by cutting them into fabric strips and then crocheting those into a small storage or decorative bowl.
Plarn Rhino Bowl by Sheep of Delight
This is a fun plarn bowl for your children’s rooms or for your own desk.
Plarn Apron by My Recycled Bags
This plarn apron is a great way to reuse your grocery bags.
Bluebell Cork Gnome by Cat at Crochet Cloudberry
Cute crochet cork gnome made of scrap yarn and a recycled cork.
Plarn Pumpkin by Mary Dickerson from Crafty Tutorials
This realistic looking pumpkin is crocheted out of plastic bags made into yarn. The pattern includes a link on how to make plarn.
Pop Tab Tote by Donna Collinsworth of Donna’s Crochet Designs
This dazzling pop tab tote is perfect for a day at the beach or for running errands.
Recycled Trick-or-Treat Bag by My Recycled Bags
All you need is some orange and green plastic bags and this trick or treat bag is yours to make for your children. Plus, it’s nice and sturdy, so it can be re-used year after year.
Giant Plarn Rug by Crochet is the Way
Help save the environment by reusing your grocery bags to whip up one of these mats. It’s a nice mat for the front door or the kitchen.
T-Shirt Necklace by Annaboo’s House
Spruce up your casual outfits with this fun and economic necklace.
Raggedy Heart Coasters by Mr. Micawber’s Recipe for Happiness
FREE crochet pattern for the Raggedy Heart Coasters by Mr. Micawber’s Recipe for Happiness.
Crochet and Braid T-Shirt Scarf by One Dog Woof
FREE crochet pattern for a Crochet and Braid T-Shirt Scarf by One Dog Woof.
T- Shirt Yarn Round Rug by Meladora’s Creations
FREE crochet pattern for a T- Shirt Yarn Round Rug by Meladora’s Creations.
Crochet Rug from Repurposed T-Shirts ~ One Dog Woof
FREE crochet pattern for a Crochet Rug from Repurposed T-Shirts by One Dog Woof.
Orange Plarn Trick or Treat Bag ~ My Recycled Bags
FREE crochet pattern for an Orange Plarn Trick or Treat Bag by My Recycled Bags.
Doll Sock Dress ~ My Recycled Bags
FREE crochet pattern for a Doll Sock Dress by My Recycled Bags.
Re-Tee Kids Dress ~ Jessie At Home
Free crochet pattern and tutorial for a Re~Tee Kids Dress by Jessie At Home.
Plarn ‘n Yarn Pot Scrubber ~ iYarny
FREE crochet pattern for a Plarn ‘n Yarn Pot Scrubber by iYarny.
Dust Mop Pattern ~ Free Vintage Crochet
FREE crochet pattern for a Dust Mop Pattern by Free Vintage Crochet.
Lid for Coaster Basket ~ Crochet is the Way
FREE crochet pattern for a Lid for Coaster Basket by Crochet is the Way.
Bowl Made with T-Yarn ~ Sara Sach – Posh Pooch Designs
FREE crochet pattern for a Bowl Made with T-Yarn by Posh Pooch Designs.
Grey and Pink Plarn Recycled Bag ~ My Recycled Bags
FREE crochet pattern for the Grey and Pink Plarn Recycled Bag by My Recycled Bags.
Plarn Handbag ~ EyeLoveKnots
FREE Crochet pattern for a Plarn Handbag by EyeLoveKnots.
Diamond Mesh Scrunchies ~ MoiraCrochets
FREE crochet pattern for a Diamond Mesh Scrunchies by MoiraCrochets.
Recycled Plastic Diagonal Scrubbies ~ My Recycled Bags
FREE crochet pattern for Recycled Plastic Diagonal Scrubbies by My Recycled Bags.
Star Dish & Star Flake ~ Snowcatcher
FREE crochet pattern for a Star Dish & Star Flake coaster by Snowcatcher.
Retro Summertime Rug ~ Beatrice Ryan Designs
FREE crochet pattern for a Retro Summertime Rug by Beatrice Ryan Designs.
Japanese Knot Plarn Tote Bag ~ My Recycled Bags
FREE crochet pattern for a Japanese Knot Plarn Tote Bag by My Recycled Bags.
Batri Amigurumi Coin Purse
FREE crochet pattern for a Batri Amigurumi Coin Purse by MoiraCrochets.
Floor Pillow Pouf Ottoman
Free crochet pattern for a Floor Pillow Pouf Ottoman by Gleeful Things.
Red, White and Blue Plarn Basket
FREE crochet pattern for a Red, White and Blue Plarn Basket by My Recycled Bags.
Tee Baskets
These simple tee shirt yarn baskets are perfect for storing your yarn as you crochet.
Mixed Material Bag
This bag is crocheted using plarn and worsted weight yarn.
Fmelted Plarn Toothbrush Holder
I can hardly believe this, but here is a nifty toothbrush holder made with plastic yarn!
Rocket Ship
Let your children take a trip into space with these cool patriotic rocket ships.
Chains of Hearts Crochet Bracelet
Wear this heart bracelet for Valentine’s Day or anytime you feel like spreading your love.
Envelope Style Pop Tab Purse
Here is something nifty and cool that you don’t see everyday.
