I love blue jeans pockets. I sewed two strips of fabric to a pocket, salvaged from a pair of jeans, and put Velcro on the ends. Now my yarn holds it's own crochet hook and scissors :)
Jean Pocket Crafts
Making a Necktie Purse
DIY Pocket Dog Bed
Crafts Using Old Silverware
Using Baby Yarn to Make Adult Sweaters
Making a Tea Cozy
Buying Yarn for Trellis Jewelry?