10 DIY gift ideas
10 ideas for souvenirs made from Gründl wool
Every year we design the green women's power sock, and this year Claudia from the knitting design team came up with an exciting pattern that is also a lot of fun to knit.
Small Gifts for Children: DIY Gifts for the Littlest Ones
Giving crocheted animals: amigurumi giraffe
What could be more beautiful than children’s eyes lighting up? The joy children give back to us is indescribable. We think self-crocheted cuddly animals make wonderful small gifts for children. They make playtime even more exciting. We love our newest cuddly animal made from the sustainable Gründl yarn Eco Cotton, made from 100% organic cotton - Gundula Giraffe instantly puts you in a good mood with her big googly eyes and mischievous grin. You can crochet this DIY cuddly animal step by step using our free pattern and, once it is finished, give it away with peace of mind. Gründl organic cotton Eco Cotton is both OEKO-TEX® certified and tested according to the European toy standard EN 71-3. A saliva-resistant yarn - wool that is perfectly suitable for toys.
What could be more beautiful than children’s eyes lighting up? The joy children give back to us is indescribable. We think self-crocheted cuddly animals make wonderful small gifts for children. They make playtime even more exciting. We love our newest cuddly animal made from the sustainable Gründl yarn Eco Cotton, made from 100% organic cotton - Gundula Giraffe instantly puts you in a good mood with her big googly eyes and mischievous grin. You can crochet this DIY cuddly animal step by step using our free pattern and, once it is finished, give it away with peace of mind. Gründl organic cotton Eco Cotton is both OEKO-TEX® certified and tested according to the European toy standard EN 71-3. A saliva-resistant yarn - wool that is perfectly suitable for toys.
Unusual DIY Gifts Made from Yarn: Ice-Cream-Cup Hand Warmers
Children love ice cream! That is exactly why this DIY small gift will make them incredibly happy. The ice-cup hand warmer with the perfect finishing touch
is specially designed to fit any standard-size ice cream cup. Tadaaa - no more freezing fingers while eating ice cream. Try this guest gift for children right away - the hand warmer is quick to crochet. We used the pure cotton yarn Cotton Fun. Like Gründl Eco Cotton, it is both OEKO-TEX® certified and tested according to the European toy standard EN 71-3.
Bouquet Made from Balls of Yarn
Probably the quickest small gift you can give is a bouquet with colorful Gründl balls of yarn. Perfect for handicraft fans and yarn lovers. Whether as a little thank-you, for a special occasion, or just because: this special gift is created in no time. All you need are flowers of your choice and balls of yarn in your favorite color. Our yarn recommendation for a wool bouquet is our small Eco Cotton balls. They fit perfectly between the flowers and, with their elegant color palette and many pastel shades, create a harmonious bouquet. If you prefer to add bold yarns between the flowers, you can of course use the Gründl bestseller yarn Cotton Quick uni. Or how about brightly patterned sock yarns? The important thing is that the person receiving the gift is happy about the Gründl yarn. Ball by ball, the yarn is then placed on long knitting needles and arranged together with the flowers as a bouquet. Et voila: why not try this DIY gift idea yourself right away? One thing we can promise you: it will make hearts beat faster.
Crocheted Gift Idea: Heart Flower Pick
After the quickest small gift comes the smallest one: crocheted hearts made from Gründl cotton yarn Cotton Quick uni. You can crochet them very quickly and use them in many different ways. Whether as a flower pick, a heart-shaped key ring, or a little hand charm - this small token can be designed exactly as it best suits the person receiving it. Grab the free crochet pattern for hearts and your DIY small-gift project can begin.
Macrame Small Gift: Feather Keychain
For everyone who wants to knot small gifts: our macrame key ring in feather shape is quick to make. The perfect last-minute gift for your loved ones. You can download our step-by-step instructions for free. Now all that remains is the difficult choice of color, because the sustainable Gründl macrame yarn is available in six different versions.
Give a Lucky Charm: Crocheted Ladybug
A little luck, please. The perfect small gift for anyone who is about to take an exam, move to a new city, or change jobs, for example. This DIY lucky charm gives strength, courage, and confidence. You can crochet the little amigurumi quickly and decide for yourself how many lucky dots the crocheted ladybird made from the shiny cotton yarn Cotton Quick uni should wear on its wings. A special handmade small gift with a wonderful message.
Host Gift for the Kitchen: Colorful Potholders
With this, you are definitely choosing well. Whether as a guest gift for men or a small gift for women, every kitchen is happy about a colorful splash of color. Useful, beautiful, and handmade - giving away DIY potholders is always a wonderful idea. Pick your favorite colors of our sustainable Gründl yarn Re-Cotton and the matching free pattern. For a gift idea with meaning. For a present with purpose.
Versatile: DIY Crochet Baskets
Baskets in the bathroom, baskets in the kitchen, baskets in the living room. Admittedly, crocheted baskets always work and are a true secret weapon when it comes to storage and organization. That makes it even nicer to give handmade baskets as small gifts. Then you can be sure they will be useful. You can give the crocheted accessory empty - or how about filling it with a plant? Everyone is sure to be happy about a green eye-catcher. Try it yourself right away: with our free pattern and the recycled Gründl yarn Re-Cotton, the basket becomes a wonderful and, above all, valuable gift. And you will see: once you have given away a DIY wool basket, you will be asked to make the next one. After all, you can never have enough of them.
For Warm Feet: Give Hand-Knitted Socks
What are good gifts for men? What can a woman actually use? The answer to both questions is: hand-knitted socks. This gift idea will never go out of fashion, because it delights countless people again and again. So if you do not know what to bring to your next invitation, a pair of hand-knitted socks is welcome anytime and anywhere. In our online shop you will find not only plenty of colorful sock yarns in the best quality, but also many free sock-knitting patterns to download. Click through the large selection right away so you are prepared for your next guest gift.
Personalized Gifts: Gift Bags with a Surprise
Would you like to give a lovely small gift that is personalized at the same time? How about a DIY gift bag made from Cotton Quick print, with a personal surprise hidden inside? For example, we are thinking of a heartfelt letter or engraved jewelry. Or how about shells as a holiday memory? There are absolutely no limits to your imagination - and as soon as you start crocheting, the perfect surprise will surely come to mind. For a personal small gift from the heart.
Well? Were we able to inspire you with our creative DIYs? Which handmade small gift will you choose? We are sure you will find the perfect little attention for your loved ones among our top 10. Feel free to try them out and find out which DIY wool present makes the recipient’s eyes open especially wide. Send us your feedback by email or via social media on Facebook or Instagram - we are excited to hear the reactions.
Well? Were we able to inspire you with our creative DIYs? Which handmade small gift will you choose? We are sure you will find the perfect little attention for your loved ones among our top 10. Feel free to try them out and find out which DIY wool present makes the recipient’s eyes open especially wide. Send us your feedback by email or via social media on Facebook or Instagram - we are excited to hear the reactions.
We would like to further support this campaign and will therefore donate for every green* sock yarn ordered from the Gründl online shop between February 4th and March 4th, 2025. 100% of the proceeds will go to the German Association for Gynecological Cancers (Verein für Gynäkologische Krebserkrankungen Deutschland e.V.).
0.50 euros per ball → Green sock yarn 50 grams
1.00 Euro per ball → Green sock yarn 100 / 150 grams
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