The phrase "crafty way" means doing something in a clever and cunning manner. It implies using skill and slyness to achieve a desired result. Full definition
Arsenes crafty way of calling an average player top by adding a couple of tops onto the real top players. (justarsenal.com)
I recently acquired wayyy too much mint and have been trying to come up with crafty ways to use it all up that don't involve... (whatsheate.com)
However, in Link's upcoming adventure, you'll have to find craftier ways to source your weaponry — including nabbing them from enemies! (gonintendo.com)