The Ultimate Guide to 50 Craft Supplies

I am happy to be partnering with 50 other bloggers to bring you the Ultimate Guide to Craft Supplies. Each blogger has taken a craft supply and created a guide for crafting with that supply. The project started on January 1st with Craftulate’s guide of Googly Eyes.

A sample of the guides you won’t want to miss:

You can see the entire list on The Ultimate Guide to 50 Craft Materials!

I chose socks. This may seem odd, but once you see some of the cute things you can do with them, you’ll love it! I have rounded up over 40 craft ideas to put those mate-less socks to use. Or those super cute holiday socks that you found on clearance for 10 cents.

These crafts can be made with kids, but there is a wide range of skills required. I aimed to make this a guide you can return to again and again.

The Ultimate Guide to Crafting with Socks

Toys Made from Socks

Stick Horse – This fun toy is made with, you guessed it, socks!
Sock Beanbags – Use these for a homemade beanbag toss game.
Monster Socks – A no sew project that could lead to hours of fun.
Doll Tights from Knee Socks – Create doll tights for every season, holiday, and ordinary day with this tutorial.
Sock Donuts – Technically, these are a stuffed toy, but they aren’t an animal. Nor are they edible.
DIY Sock Bubble Blower – This will be a fun one this summer!

Stuffed Animal Sock Toys

Sock Monkey Tutorial – The quintessential stuffed sock toy.
Socktopus – A toy octopus!
Socks Owl – This little cutie would be great for owl lovers of all ages.
Kid Made Sock Stuffed Toy – Easy project for all ages and stages.
No-Sew Sock Caterpillar – A great one for those who aren’t ready to sew.
Sock Cat and Mouse Craft for Kids – This project is for those comfortable with a sewing machine.
Cow Beanbag Craft – Also uses a sewing machine.
Sock Bugs – I like bugs that don’t bite. This one uses baby socks and is adorable.
Stuffed Toys – I love these little faces. This would be a great beginner’s hand sewing project.
How to Sew a Sock Bunny – A free pattern and tutorial from Craft Passion.
Sock Lion with a Single Sock – This cute little guy comes from Craft Passion as well.
Sock Snake – A pretty simple project for beginners.
How to Make a Teddy Bear from a Sock – This is a little advanced, but does not need a sewing machine.
No Sew Caterpillar and Butterfly – Fun, colorful…would go great with a Very Hungry Caterpillar theme.

Sock Puppets

Dinosaur Sock Puppet – Sure to bring about a roaring good time. A no sew project.
Homemade Puppets – A great basic craft that is only limited by your imagination.
Easy Monster Sock Puppet Tutorial – No sew, very cute.
No Sew Dragon Sock Puppet – I do believe my boys would love this one.

Gift Ideas

Soapy the Sock Fish – This cutie would make a cute addition to a baby shower gift.
How to Make a Sock Bouquet – You can make this for any occasion or holiday, for any age. A cute practical alternative when real flowers wouldn’t work.
Can Cozy – A handy gift for someone who drinks a lot of canned beverages.
Lavender Rice Compress – For those stress-filled days.
Diaper Babies – Have fun making a basket of these with your kids the next time you need a baby shower gift. Or consider donating it to your local pregnancy care center to brighten someone’s day.

Socks for Decor

Sock Covered Planters – These little beauties will brighten up any room.
Draft Stopper – This is a great, practical project.

Clothing & Accessories Crafts with Socks

Boutique Style Boot Socks – These are super, super cute. Would make a great gift for tween/teen girls.
Gloves and Scarves – Turn those cute, mismatched socks into a pair of adorable gloves and coordinating scarf!
Stegosaurus Socks – These would make any toddler or dino-loving kid proud.
How to Make Rainbow Tie Dye Socks – You could do these in red, white, and blue for the upcoming summer holidays. (See also my friend Becky’s shirts.)
Socks to Arm Warmers – Handy for those cold winter months. Another great gift idea.
Ladies Socks to Toddler Leg Warmers – Have an older sibling make something useful for your toddler.
How to Make Grippy Socks – These are especially helpful for new walkers if you have slick floors. It’s a no sew project.
No Sew Slipper Socks – Make your own slippers. My kids will love this one.

Holiday & Seasonal Sock Crafts

Sock Snowmen – These little guys can be dressed up for Christmas or in general wintery fashion.
Sock Penguin Craft for Kids – Winter just wouldn’t be the same without penguins.
Indoor Snowball Fight Kit – This could make a fun gift! No sew.
Toilet Roll Snowmen – These little guys are easy and cute. No sew.
Sock Wreath – You could make one for every holiday with the plethora of holiday socks that exists.
Easter Bunny Craft – This one doesn’t have a tutorial with it, but looks simple enough to re-create.

Other Sock Craft Ideas

Baby Sock Cat Toy – Make a simple toy that will drive your cat crazy. Very easy project.

MORE Sock Crafts!

You can follow my Pinterest board for sock crafting fun – Crafting With Socks

I would like to invite all my blogging friends to link up any sock crafts that they may have on their blog. Thank you for sharing your creative genius with us!