Two years ago, I fell down a gloriously tangled rabbit hole—freeform crochet scrumbles. No patterns. No rules. Just me, my yarn scraps, and an unhinged sense of creative freedom. I was hooked. I stitched and spiraled and layered with reckless abandon, turning leftover yarn into scrappy little masterpieces. But, like many good things (and unfinished WIPs), I eventually wandered off.
Well guess what? I’m baaaack. And this time, I’ve brought a twist: I’m turning some of those chaotic little scrumbles into something repeatable. Yep… patterns. (Is it still freeform if it has a pattern? Shh. I’m choosing chaos and structure. My yarn, my rules. 😌)
🌀 Why Freeform Crochet Still Feels Like Magic
When I first started making scrumbles, it was all about freedom. No stitch counts. No gauge. Just vibes. One minute I was doing bobbles, the next a random picot spiral or some Frankensteined puff cluster that had no name but felt right.
Every scrumble became a mini time capsule—part yarn experiment, part emotional support blob. And now, returning after two years, it feels like catching up with an old friend who’s still a little weird (in the best way) and down for whatever.
Only this time, I’m asking the bold question:
What if freeform could have... a blueprint?
🧵 Wait… Scrumble Patterns?! Blasphemy or Brilliance?
Traditionally, scrumbles are as unique as a snowflake made out of tangled yarn and hope. But I couldn’t help wondering—what if we could recreate them? Or even share them in a way that still feels playful and artsy?
So I started reverse-engineering a few of my old faves. Sketching shapes, jotting notes, and translating creative chaos into something fellow yarn rebels could follow loosely. The goal?
Structured scrumbles with wiggle room.
Because let’s be honest—we all love a good pattern, but sometimes we want to color outside the lines on purpose. These scrumble patterns are equal parts instruction and inspiration. You’ll have a guide, but the final look? That’s all you, baby. 💃
🧶 What to Do With a Pile of Scrumbles (Besides Admire Them in a Basket)
One of my favorite parts about diving back into scrumbles is figuring out what to do with them. Sure, you can hoard them in a pretty bowl like chaotic candy—but I’m dreaming bigger.
- A scrumble scarf that looks like a wearable art piece
- A boho bag covered in texture and color
- A pillow that screams “I made this and I had fun doing it!”
I’ve started using scrumbles as design accents in shawls, bags, wall hangings—even stitching them onto otherwise “normal” projects just to make them weird and wonderful. Want to dip your toe into freeform? Start by tossing a scrumble or two into a project you already love. It’s like seasoning—just a sprinkle changes everything.
❤️ Why I'm Scrumbling Again (and Why You Should Too)
Reconnecting with scrumbles has reminded me why I fell for them in the first place. They’re playful, low-pressure, and perfect for busting out of a creative rut. Plus, they use up those pesky yarn scraps that haunt us all. (Looking at you, neon variegated mystery skein from 2012.)
If your crochet soul is craving something fun, funky, and a little rebellious, scrumbles might just be your new obsession. I’ll be sharing some of my scrumble patterns soon—designed to be followed, tweaked, and totally remixed. And I’d love to see what kind of wild magic you come up with.
So grab that hook, raid your stash, and join me on this slightly unhinged, totally joyful journey back into the world of scrumbles.
Let’s get weird. Let’s get wooly. Let’s scrumble. 💥🧶
🧵 Wanna Scrumble Along?
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Or drop a comment below and tell me—have you ever made a scrumble? Thinking about trying it now? I’d love to hear your yarn stories. 💬✨
