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Kitchen Projects You Can Crochet in Under an Hour

Kitchen Projects You Can Crochet in Under an Hour

When considering quick and easy-to-complete crochet projects, those designed for the kitchen reign supreme. In this blog post, I have gathered a selection of my most popular crochet patterns, ideal...

Kitchen Projects You Can Crochet in Under an Hour

When considering quick and easy-to-complete crochet projects, those designed for the kitchen reign supreme. In this blog post, I have gathered a selection of my most popular crochet patterns, ideal...

Flora the Jellyfish - Free No-Sew Crochet Pattern

Flora the Jellyfish - Free No-Sew Crochet Pattern

Flora the Jellyfish is the perfect quick, no-sew project for spring markets, gifting, and even just as a desk buddy for yourself! With springy, soft tentacles and fun floral adornments,...

Flora the Jellyfish - Free No-Sew Crochet Pattern

Flora the Jellyfish is the perfect quick, no-sew project for spring markets, gifting, and even just as a desk buddy for yourself! With springy, soft tentacles and fun floral adornments,...

Crochet Market Recap: Small Business Saturday

Crochet Market Recap: Small Business Saturday

Craft Markets are a great experience - and one of the things that I absolutely love about being able to focus on my crochet work on my off-hours. In this...

Crochet Market Recap: Small Business Saturday

Craft Markets are a great experience - and one of the things that I absolutely love about being able to focus on my crochet work on my off-hours. In this...

My Top Props and Decor for Improved Crochet Photography

My Top Props and Decor for Improved Crochet Pho...

Continue upgrading your Crochet Photography with some of my favorite tips for adding props to your photos for great photos that your audience will love.

My Top Props and Decor for Improved Crochet Pho...

Continue upgrading your Crochet Photography with some of my favorite tips for adding props to your photos for great photos that your audience will love.

A look at Red Heart Scrubby Yarn - Great or a Pain?

A look at Red Heart Scrubby Yarn - Great or a P...

Red Heart Scrubby is a well known scrubby yarn used by crafters everywhere for dish and wash cloths. See how this yarn hold up against washes over time and normal...

A look at Red Heart Scrubby Yarn - Great or a P...

Red Heart Scrubby is a well known scrubby yarn used by crafters everywhere for dish and wash cloths. See how this yarn hold up against washes over time and normal...

Photographing your Work - On a Budget: Surfaces & Backdrops

Photographing your Work - On a Budget: Surfaces...

Photographing your work starts at the surface - literally! Use these tips to get inspiration for your next instagram-worthy crochet photos!

Photographing your Work - On a Budget: Surfaces...

Photographing your work starts at the surface - literally! Use these tips to get inspiration for your next instagram-worthy crochet photos!

Photographing your Work - On a Budget: The Beginning of a Series

Photographing your Work - On a Budget: The Begi...

Photographing your work doesn't have to break the bank - there's so many ways you can choose to take photos using just your every day house items or cheaper DIY...

Photographing your Work - On a Budget: The Begi...

Photographing your work doesn't have to break the bank - there's so many ways you can choose to take photos using just your every day house items or cheaper DIY...

Seamless Dish Scrubby // Free Crochet Pattern

Seamless Dish Scrubby // Free Crochet Pattern

The Double-Sided Dish Scrubby is a free pattern written to be your new go-to eco-friendly addition to your kitchen. Use this free pattern to spruce up your own kitchen or...

Seamless Dish Scrubby // Free Crochet Pattern

The Double-Sided Dish Scrubby is a free pattern written to be your new go-to eco-friendly addition to your kitchen. Use this free pattern to spruce up your own kitchen or...

Lavender Fields Example

Lavendar Fields - Free Keychain Pattern

A quick and easy make, the Lavendar Fields Keychain is the perfect project for spring gifting. Grab your scrap yarn and give this pattern a whirl this spring!

Lavendar Fields - Free Keychain Pattern

A quick and easy make, the Lavendar Fields Keychain is the perfect project for spring gifting. Grab your scrap yarn and give this pattern a whirl this spring!

Fancy Puff Trivets - Free Pattern

Fancy Puff Trivets - Free Pattern

The Fancy Puff Trivet is made to be a perfect match with the Fancy Puff Coaster - easy and quick, this pattern will be your go to Trivet for your...

Fancy Puff Trivets - Free Pattern

The Fancy Puff Trivet is made to be a perfect match with the Fancy Puff Coaster - easy and quick, this pattern will be your go to Trivet for your...

How To: Front Post (FPDC) and Back Post Double Crochet (BPDC)

How To: Front Post (FPDC) and Back Post Double ...

Learn how to work the Back Post and Front Post Double Crochets, techniques used in tons of stitch techniques, crochet cables, ribbing, and many more projects!

How To: Front Post (FPDC) and Back Post Double ...

Learn how to work the Back Post and Front Post Double Crochets, techniques used in tons of stitch techniques, crochet cables, ribbing, and many more projects!

Season's End Hat // Free Crochet Pattern

Season's End Hat // Free Crochet Pattern

The season's end hat is a fantastic pattern to make last-minute gifts or to take with you to craft fairs this season. Combine your favorite colors and make one of...

Season's End Hat // Free Crochet Pattern

The season's end hat is a fantastic pattern to make last-minute gifts or to take with you to craft fairs this season. Combine your favorite colors and make one of...

How To: Work Through the 3rd Loop

How To: Work Through the 3rd Loop

Learn where to find your 3rd loop of your stitch, and why you might want to use this technique in your next project!

How To: Work Through the 3rd Loop

Learn where to find your 3rd loop of your stitch, and why you might want to use this technique in your next project!

How to Crochet the Puff Stitch in the Round

How to Crochet the Puff Stitch in the Round

Working a puff stitch in the round is mostly the same as crocheting it flat, but with a few changes - learn how to crochet this stitch today and add...

How to Crochet the Puff Stitch in the Round

Working a puff stitch in the round is mostly the same as crocheting it flat, but with a few changes - learn how to crochet this stitch today and add...

How To: Crochet an I-Cord

How To: Crochet an I-Cord

The i-cord is a versitile technique used for anything from purse cables to drawstrings and tank top straps. Learn how to create your first i-cord with this picture/short video guide!

How To: Crochet an I-Cord

The i-cord is a versitile technique used for anything from purse cables to drawstrings and tank top straps. Learn how to create your first i-cord with this picture/short video guide!

How To: Make a Magic Ring

How To: Make a Magic Ring

The magic ring is a versatile technique, but it can be difficult to really master - learn how I make my magic rings and see if this technique works for...

How To: Make a Magic Ring

The magic ring is a versatile technique, but it can be difficult to really master - learn how I make my magic rings and see if this technique works for...

How To: Finish with an Invisible Slip Stitch

How To: Finish with an Invisible Slip Stitch

Learn how to complete your in-the-round projects with the invisible Slip Stitch - a fantastic way to seamlessly finish off your projects for a professional finish.

How To: Finish with an Invisible Slip Stitch

Learn how to complete your in-the-round projects with the invisible Slip Stitch - a fantastic way to seamlessly finish off your projects for a professional finish.

Ridge Mug Sweater - A Go-To Free Pattern for Coffee and Tea Lovers

Ridge Mug Sweater - A Go-To Free Pattern for Co...

Protect your hands and keep your coffee looking warm and cozy this season with this free coffee mug cozy pattern!

Ridge Mug Sweater - A Go-To Free Pattern for Co...

Protect your hands and keep your coffee looking warm and cozy this season with this free coffee mug cozy pattern!

Faux Rib Winter Headband - A Free, Quick Pattern

Faux Rib Winter Headband - A Free, Quick Pattern

With fall fast approaching and winter well on its way, what better way to get into the winter spirit than to whip up a few cozy headbands for your family?

Faux Rib Winter Headband - A Free, Quick Pattern

With fall fast approaching and winter well on its way, what better way to get into the winter spirit than to whip up a few cozy headbands for your family?

How To: Foundation Half-Double Crochet

How To: Foundation Half-Double Crochet

A quick tutorial on how to create the foundation half double crochet - and why you should use this technique for your projects!

How To: Foundation Half-Double Crochet

A quick tutorial on how to create the foundation half double crochet - and why you should use this technique for your projects!

Learn to Crochet with these 5 Easy and Basic Stitches

Learn to Crochet with these 5 Easy and Basic St...

Are you intimidated by the many stitches of crochet? Get started with our list of the most basic stitches you'll need to get started on your journey.

Learn to Crochet with these 5 Easy and Basic St...

Are you intimidated by the many stitches of crochet? Get started with our list of the most basic stitches you'll need to get started on your journey.

Modern Herringbone Coasters - A Free Pattern Perfect for Summer

Modern Herringbone Coasters - A Free Pattern Pe...

Modern, simple, and quick - this free Herringbone Crochet Coaster pattern is the perfect addition to your patio or living room decor this summer!

Modern Herringbone Coasters - A Free Pattern Pe...

Modern, simple, and quick - this free Herringbone Crochet Coaster pattern is the perfect addition to your patio or living room decor this summer!

Lion Brand Truboo - Your Summer Yarn Boo?

Lion Brand Truboo - Your Summer Yarn Boo?

Summer is the perfect time for light yarns in bright, fun colors to keep you cool during the heat of the day. How does the bamboo-based Truboo hold up to...

Lion Brand Truboo - Your Summer Yarn Boo?

Summer is the perfect time for light yarns in bright, fun colors to keep you cool during the heat of the day. How does the bamboo-based Truboo hold up to...

Loops & Threads Creme Cotton - 'Creme' of the Crop?

Loops & Threads Creme Cotton - 'Creme' of the C...

Loops & Threads has been at the forefront of my yarn shopping for quite some time now. With summer here, how will Loops & Threads Cotton Creme stand up to...

Loops & Threads Creme Cotton - 'Creme' of the C...

Loops & Threads has been at the forefront of my yarn shopping for quite some time now. With summer here, how will Loops & Threads Cotton Creme stand up to...

Essential Tools You Need to Start Crocheting

Essential Tools You Need to Start Crocheting

So you've decided to learn how to crochet! Crochet is a fantastic hobby, and one that has only become more and more popular in the past few years. Learning to...

Essential Tools You Need to Start Crocheting

So you've decided to learn how to crochet! Crochet is a fantastic hobby, and one that has only become more and more popular in the past few years. Learning to...

Loops & Threads Perfect Pair - The Perfect Wool-Alternative Sock Yarn?

Loops & Threads Perfect Pair - The Perfect Wool...

Sock yarn is a staple to keep in your stash. There are so many sock yarns out there to choose from - but what if

Loops & Threads Perfect Pair - The Perfect Wool...

Sock yarn is a staple to keep in your stash. There are so many sock yarns out there to choose from - but what if

Wishing for Winter Cabled Hat Pattern // Free Knit Pattern

Wishing for Winter Cabled Hat Pattern // Free K...

Note: Due to some recent website changes, the pattern for this hat did not contain the number of cast on stitches. This pattern was updated on 10/10/2023 to fix this...

Wishing for Winter Cabled Hat Pattern // Free K...

Note: Due to some recent website changes, the pattern for this hat did not contain the number of cast on stitches. This pattern was updated on 10/10/2023 to fix this...

Fancy Puff Coasters // Free Crochet Pattern

Fancy Puff Coasters // Free Crochet Pattern

Quick, modern, and adorable - these Fancy Puff Coasters are perfect for gifts on the go or to spruce up your living room this season.

Fancy Puff Coasters // Free Crochet Pattern

Quick, modern, and adorable - these Fancy Puff Coasters are perfect for gifts on the go or to spruce up your living room this season.

Easy Top-Down Alpine Hat Pattern

Easy Top-Down Alpine Hat Pattern

The first time you make a hat, it may feel a bit daunting. You may be uncomfortable with determining the size or even be uncomfortable with figuring out the color...

Easy Top-Down Alpine Hat Pattern

The first time you make a hat, it may feel a bit daunting. You may be uncomfortable with determining the size or even be uncomfortable with figuring out the color...

A Look at Lion Brand Heartland Yarn

A Look at Lion Brand Heartland Yarn

Being named after America's heartland, Lion Brand Heartland is a staple yarn across numerous stores in the U.S. What makes this yarn such a staple? And why should you use...

A Look at Lion Brand Heartland Yarn

Being named after America's heartland, Lion Brand Heartland is a staple yarn across numerous stores in the U.S. What makes this yarn such a staple? And why should you use...

Loops & Threads Impeccable - A Review

Loops & Threads Impeccable - A Review

Recently, I was commissioned to make a few Fingerless Gloves for my mom's business for customers to use them as Manicure Gloves. I knew I needed something that was Machine...

Loops & Threads Impeccable - A Review

Recently, I was commissioned to make a few Fingerless Gloves for my mom's business for customers to use them as Manicure Gloves. I knew I needed something that was Machine...

Modern Moss Stitch Potholder // Free Crochet Pattern

Modern Moss Stitch Potholder // Free Crochet Pa...

The Modern Moss Stitch Potholder is a quick and free crochet pattern perfect to fit any kitchen's style. What's more, every potholder comes out entirely unique!

Modern Moss Stitch Potholder // Free Crochet Pa...

The Modern Moss Stitch Potholder is a quick and free crochet pattern perfect to fit any kitchen's style. What's more, every potholder comes out entirely unique!

Making Waves Dishcloth - Free Pattern for the Beach Lover in You

Making Waves Dishcloth - Free Pattern for the B...

Inspired by sandy shores and the wavy waters of the ocean, this free dishcloth pattern is perfect for ocean lovers and admirers alike.

Making Waves Dishcloth - Free Pattern for the B...

Inspired by sandy shores and the wavy waters of the ocean, this free dishcloth pattern is perfect for ocean lovers and admirers alike.

Stars & Stripes Potholder // Free Pattern

Stars & Stripes Potholder // Free Pattern

The Stars & Stripes Potholder is a Free Crochet Pattern that's perfect for bringing some patriotic festivity to your kitchen this summer.

Stars & Stripes Potholder // Free Pattern

The Stars & Stripes Potholder is a Free Crochet Pattern that's perfect for bringing some patriotic festivity to your kitchen this summer.