Once you’re comfortable holding your hook and managing your yarn, it’s time to talk about the stitches you’ll see over and over again in crochet patterns. Crochet may look complex, but nearly everything is built from a small group of foundational stitches. Learning and practicing these core stitches will give…
If you’ve ever read a crochet pattern and felt like it was written in another language, you’re not alone. Crochet has its own set of terms, abbreviations, and measurements that can feel confusing at first—but once you understand the basics, patterns become much easier to follow. In this lesson, we’ll…
Once you’ve gathered your supplies, the next question most beginners ask is:“Am I holding my hook the right way?” The short answer is—there’s no single right way. How you hold your crochet hook and manage your yarn tension is a personal process, and it often changes as you gain experience.…
Before you learn the basic stitches and how to read patterns, you’ll want to round up some of the basic crochet tools. Don't stress, this is an easy guide to get you started. If you search for what you need, you will get a list a mile long. While some…
Before you crochet your first stitch, it helps to understand the basic tools and materials used in crochet. Walking into a yarn aisle or browsing online can feel overwhelming at first—but the good news is that you don’t need much to get started. In this series, we’ll cover the basic…
Crochet is one of those skills that looks complicated at first… until you realize it’s built on a handful of simple techniques repeated over and over again. If you’ve ever felt excited to learn crochet but also a little overwhelmed by where to start, you’re in the right place. Welcome…
As a new year is upon us, I love to start out organized. As an avid crocheter, I especially like to organize my projects and bring them with me wherever I go. So, when Teri asked me to give one of her Tote bags a try, I jumped at the…
I recently was designing a blanket crochet pattern and was researching yarn to use. Some Sparkle yarn came across my screen and I kept scrolling, but something made me go back and look. Why did I hesitate? What brought me back? Hmm, both are great questions, and I am excited…
Are you looking for a fun way to freshen up your home? One of the easiest ways to change up a room is by adding something new. So, why not add something new by crocheting one of the 5 expressive home decor patterns. The designs literally express a feeling that…
Do you gift or sell your crochet items? If you answered yes, then it is important to include some care instructions with your items. This will create a professional appearance and will give the recipient helpful information. I have created some basic care instructions that you can customize to fit…
Being able to make a little (or a lot) from your favorite hobby of crochet is a dream many of you have. I feel so fortunate that I am able to design crochet patterns and love the feedback I get from all of you. Many of you talk about doing…
April 12th is "Take A Walk on the Wild Side" Day, I found this interesting and it made me stop and think. I am a pretty reserved person, and if you ask my kids, I am not one to take risks. So, as I reflect on this day I thought…
Everyone deserves a creative crochet space to relax and crochet your projects in. This can be a small corner in your living room, an entire room full of shelves and inspiration, dedicated nook in your home or if your lucky enough an entire she-shed. I was excited when Tamara from…
Crocheting has always been more than just a hobby for me, it is also like a therapy. After a stressful day, I can always unwind and relax while crocheting. I know many people also use crochet as a way to heal, especially during the annual hat drive for the Crochet…
Wall Hangings with fringe are all the top trends in home decor right now and I love how these decor pieces showcase our Everyday Spirit! The whimsical charm with the modern single color is the perfect combination to add to any room. The Everyday Spirit Wall Hanging combines the love…