9 Free Patterns to Help You Use up That Eyelash Yarn
Ready to use up that stash of eyelash yarn? Try one of these free knitting patterns!
Do you have a secret stash of eyelash yarn?
Nearly every knitter I know has some eyelash yarn in his or her stash. Sometimes it is used. A lot of times, it isn’t.
Eyelash yarn often seems like a great idea when you’re a new knitter — a great way to have fun with yarn. It’s so cute/pretty/interesting/stylish.
And then you discover that eyelash can be an absolute pain to knit with!
A Few Tips for Eyelash Yarn
- Eyelash yarn is far easier to work with when you hold a “carrying yarn” along with it. Even a fingering weight yarn will make your stitches much easier to see.
- Add it as a border to nearly anything–scarves, cowls, hats, even sweaters–and you create an instantly fancier look.
- If you love to knit stuffed toys, adding eyelash yarn to your yarn of choice will instantly make your critter look fuzzier and create a delightful appearance for both mammals and birds!
Take a look at the many collections of free toy knitting patterns here and consider the possibilities.
For more ideas on using up your eyelash yarn, take a look at the free patterns below!
Many of them make great charity knitting projects. Most of them would make great gifts. And all of them are just plain fun!
Got other kinds of novelty yarn in your stash? This post offers delightful yet practical ways to use it!
Photo: Lion Brand
Super-Simple Eyelash Yarn Ideas
- How much eyelash yarn you’ll need: Less than 39 yards
- What else you’ll need to make it: 165 yards aran or worsted weight yarn; US Size 7 circular needles and/or DPNs, depending on how you prefer to knit in the round
- Why you’ll want to: You can use this pattern as a sort of template for any hat you want to trim with some eyelash yarn. It’s very simple, and the result is so beautiful.
- How much eyelash yarn you’ll need: Much less than a skein’s worth; in fact, you could probably make several of these with a single skein.
- What else you’ll need to make it: Needles a size or two smaller than called for on the yarn label (to keep the stitches closer together); stuffing (fiberfill, or you could use old scraps of yarn or fabric); carrying yarn in a similar color to your eyelash (optional); beads or buttons as decoration (optional)
- Why you’ll want to: These are so simple and so quick-knitting, why wouldn’t you want to make these? They would make great gifts or charity projects.
Photo: Lion Brand
- How much eyelash yarn you’ll need: 195 yards
- What else you’ll need to make it: US Size 10.5 circular needles or DPNs, depending on how you prefer to knit in the round; carrying yarn in a color similar to your eyelash yarn (optional)
- Why you’ll want to: This cowl couldn’t be easier, and the lushness of the eyelash yarn will make anyone wearing it feel like a star.
- How much eyelash yarn you’ll need: No more than 2 skeins of any eyelash yarn
- What else you’ll need to make it: Needles a size or two larger than called for on the yarn’s label; some sort of decorative element, like a tassel or a button or, well, anything you want (optional); carrying yarn (optional)
- Why you’ll want to: This design is more “formula” or “recipe” than it is pattern, but that just might make it even easier. Such a fun and simple way to create a super-cute scarf.
Glitter Pillows: Checkerboard, Stripes, and Triangles
- How much eyelash yarn you’ll need: 351 yards, divided into 2 colors
- What else you’ll need to make it: US Size 10 needles; 12 x 12-inch pillow form; same amount of carrying yarn in similar colors to your eyelash yarn (optional)
- Why you’ll want to: Pillows make great gifts, and this is one project where the use of eyelash yarn draws the eye in a completely positive way!
Spicier Ways to Use Eyelash Yarn
Photo: Lion Brand
- How much eyelash yarn you’ll need: 78 yards (for small size) or 312 yards (for large size)
- What else you’ll need to make it: 168 or 336 yards DK weight yarn (depending on size); US Size 8 needles (straight, circular, and/or DPNs, depending on how you prefer to knit both flat and in the round); stitch markers; stitch holders/scrap yarn/spare DPN
- Why you’ll want to: This design is utterly adorable for both small and large dogs alike. The bits of eyelash yarn give this sweater such a sweet bit of added flair.
Photo: Lissa Snyder
- How much eyelash yarn you’ll need: 125 yards
- What else you’ll need to make it: Small bits of worsted weight yarn in black, white, light brown, and dark brown; US Size 10 needles; US G crochet hook; small amounts of fiberfill; carrying yarn to match the eyelash (optional)
- Why you’ll want to: Because it’s gorgeous. Because you know and love someone who adores Cookie Monster. Because it’s one of the most ingenious uses of eyelash yarn I’ve seen in a knitting design!
So put away the shame and annoyance of too much eyelash yarn in the stash. Start enjoying it for a change!
Thank you for this idea. I’ve made scarves and hats with my eyelash and fun fur. I want to add it to my children’s slippers I like to make for Christmas and who know what else….
You’re very welcome! I think adding the eyelash yarn to slippers would be so fun.
thank you for the hat pattern. Eyelash is so soft but never know what to do with it
You’re very welcome! Eyelash yarn is so pretty and soft. 🤩