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Crowchet Creations in a Magazine!
My newest design, the Garden Bed Blanket, is available exclusively in Crochet Foundry’s April 2023 magazine issue. *Some affiliate links…
FREE Size Inclusive Sweater Pattern + Winter Blog Hop
I’ve been doing a few blog hops this year, which has been so fun! This one is the best yet…
10+ FREE Sock Knitting Patterns for Absolute Beginners
Whether you’re new to knitting or just knitting your first pair of socks, I want to help you find great…
Free Pattern: Little Crochet Owl
If you are looking for the simplest amigurumi pattern, this is for you! I wrote this pattern to teach some…
Fall Into Autumn Blog Hop- A New Hand Towel Pattern and MORE
That’s right, it’s a new month and another chance to get a free pattern every day of September! Keep reading…
FREE Pattern: Life is Gourd Dishcloth Set for the All Things Fall Blog Hop
It’s that time of year again, when cooler weather is on the horizon and crocheters and knitters alike get excited…
Christmas in July Blog Hop!
Get a bundle of more than 30 winter- and holiday-themed crochet patterns- including my Feeling Pine Dishcloth Set- for free…
One Year Later: Knitting Socks
When I started the journey of learning to knit, I could not have imagined how far I would come. Knitting…
Free Crochet Pattern: The Seedling Dishcloth
Are you looking for a quick and easy dishcloth pattern that goes beyond just a single crochet square (aka every…
Free Crochet Pattern: Mossy Dishcloth
Are you looking for a quick and easy dishcloth pattern that goes beyond just a single crochet square (aka every…
Cardamom Wrap and Earwarmer Patterns Available Now!
That’s right- a double pattern release that is perfect for beginners or your first mohair project. These patterns are the…
Two Years In: 2021 Attack My Stash Review
Simultaneously, the past two years have seemed to go by in the blink of an eye and at a crawl….
November #AttackMyStash2021 Update: Feeling Grateful
I have a lot for which to be grateful, and I felt that this month especially. November is my birthday…
I Didn’t #AttackMyStash This Month…
October 2021 Did NOT Go As Planned When I forecasted October in my mind, I knew that it would be…
September #AttackMyStash Update: Another ‘Yarn-a-Plenty’ Month
I should probably stop buying yarn if I want to actually use up my stash… September was another eventful month…
Fall/Winter 2021 Make-a-Long (MAL) Round Up!
Have you ever participated in a Make-a-long? A Make-a-long, or MAL, is a virtual event intended to build a community…
Life is Gourd Dishcloth Set is Now Live!
This pattern release coincides with the Pumpkin Palooza Blog Hop hosted by @pineappleandpine. Learn more about what a blog hop…
My Second Socks: Sock Week 2021!
After finishing one pair of socks, I was confident I could figure out another pair for Sock Week While I…
A Yarn Filled Summer: #AttackMyStash2021 August Update
Here we are, at the end of another month, to reflect on my progress in my effort to use up…
How and Why I Keep My Hobby and My Business Separate on Sundays
Managing work-life balance is not a new concept, especially for a small business owner. While I try to ensure I…
Get Ready for Pumpkin Palooza!
Fall is right around the corner and nothing gets me in the mood like pumpkins. Pumpkin muffins, pumpkin chocolate chip…
Mission Accomplished: My First Toe-Up Socks, DONE
#GreatSockKnittingJourney After just a couple of projects to get my feet wet in the ocean of knitting, I dove right…
Actually Making Progress on #AttackMyStash2021: July Update
After a couple stale months where it took all my power just to break even, I was able to decrease…
My YouTube Channel Has Officially Launched!
You read that right- I now have content exclusive to YouTube on my channel. I decided to start out my…
The Endless Summer Scarf: FREE Now on The Hook Nook Blog!
You read that right- my newest pattern design, the Endless Summer Scarf, is available for free on The Hook Nook…
Working in the Round: Another Step in the #GreatSockKnittingJourney
Learning to knit can be really intimidating, but as I found out, it’s not too hard to learn a couple…
Halfway through 2021: June #AttackMyStash2021 Update
If you’ve been following along on my journey to declutter my yarn the past year and a half, you probably…
The #GreatSockKnittingJourney: Knitting My First Project Ever
I’ve had an itch to knit socks for years, and I finally took the plunge to learn how to knit!…
#AttackMyStash2021 May Update: Things Did NOT Go As Planned
We are already halfway through June, and I am only now getting the chance to reflect on my monthly progress…
The Exciting #GreatSockKnittingJourney: Preparing to Learn
Yes, it’s another long-term goal that I am documenting on my blog. If you have been following along my social…
Jumbo Crochet Hook: A Free Pattern
My 6 month old daughter is interested in everything I do, including crochet. She loves mangling skeins of yarn while…
Yearlong #AttackMyStash Goal: April 2021 Progress
I swear I just wrote the update for March; how did the month of April go by so fast? I…
15+ Ways to be More Sustainable in Your Craft
How eco-friendly is your lifestyle? How about your hobbies? Unless your pastimes include making organic granola at home from scratch,…
Baby Toy Leash: A Free Pattern
As a new mother, I have had my fair share of noticing the genius in some baby items (being able…
Attack My Stash 2021: Quarter 1 Update
This past month, I have definitely felt my crojo (crochet mojo) build momentum, and it has brought new life to…
Bunny Ball Ami: A Free Easter Pattern
The flowers are started to bloom and the leaves are starting to bud. Easter is only a few weeks away…
Attack My Stash 2021: February Update
This past month flew by; I can’t believe that it’s already March! I had some good momentum this month in…
Sweet Pea Granny Square: A Free Pattern
Have you ever just been lying in bed when inspiration struck? I’ve had plenty of crochet patterns come to me…
Attack My Stash 2021: January Update
One year ago, I realized that my yarn supplies were getting out of control. I decided that in order to…
Lost Your “CroJo”? Helpful Tips to Get You Out of Your Funk
Here we are, three weeks into 2021. While you may have established some awesome and realistic goals for the year,…
Sweet Pea Infant Sleep Gown: A Free Pattern
Babies are seriously the cutest. And what could be cuter than a baby wearing something handmade? Not much can top…
A Dedicated Year of Decluttering: Attack My Stash 2020 Review
Before knowing how the year would turn out (2020 screwed us all), I set a goal to “Attack My Stash”-…
My Personal 2021 Yarn Goals and Brutally Honest 2020 Reflection
Happy New Year! After probably the craziest year we have seen collectively in our lifetime, it is a breath of…
Sweet Pea Christmas Stocking: A Free Pattern
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! This year I wanted to gift my daughter a handmade heirloom for her first Christmas….
Attack My Stash 2020: November Update
This month was filled with many feeding sessions and sleepless nights, but we are so in love with our newborn…
Sweet Pea Scarf: A Free Pattern
Fall is now well underway and people are in the mood for all things cozy. And with the chaos that…
The Ultimate 2020 Crochet Christmas Wish List
The holidays are fast approaching, and with Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday right around the corner, many…
Attack My Stash 2020: October Update
What a month October has been! We welcomed Georgia Grace Miller into our lives this month, which honestly derailed my…
Attack My Stash 2020: September Update
I feel like I just posted about my August experience in trying to destash my yarn- September flew by! As…
Attack My Stash 2020: August Update
We are now more than halfway through September, and I am only now getting to posting this blog update (whoops)….
Squishy Owl Pillow: A Free Pattern
In my efforts to Attack My Stash this year (use up 75% of the yarn in my home by the…
Attack My Stash 2020: July Update
This post is part of series where I document my efforts to use up my yarn throughout 2020 in an…
Sweet Pea Dribble Bib: A Free Pattern
As I enter my third trimester being pregnant with out first child, I have major baby fever. I have loved…
Sweet Pea Pacifier Clip: A Free Pattern
Since I am currently 26 weeks pregnant with our first baby, I can’t stop thinking about more baby things to…
Craftivism: Using Your Craft to Promote Social Change
Since May 25, 2020, the United States has been in upheaval related to the killing of George Floyd, a black…
Attack my Stash 2020: Halfway Review!
And just like that, we are six months into 2020- what a year it has been! It is impossible to…
Attack My Stash 2020: May Update
We are now nearing the halfway point of 2020, with hopes to declutter my yarn stash by 75% before the…
Rocketship Lovey: A Free Pattern
The best crochet patterns are made out of necessity when you can’t find what you are looking for already out…
Attack My Stash 2020: April Update
I set out to make huge progress this past month on my goal to use up 75% of my yarn…
What Do I Do with my Ugly Stash Yarn? A Free Pattern
I have had to take a good look at my yarn supplies this year so that I can tackle my…
The Sweet Pea Vest has been Released!
The Sweet Pea Vest, a spring/summer vest, is a great layering accessory to add color and texture to any outfit….
March #AttackMyStash2020 Update: Quarter 1 Done!
I think it goes without saying that March took an unexpected and drastic turn for the worst. With the COVID-19…
Spring Cleaning Your Yarn Stash
You could probably say that one of my hobbies is organizing. Yes, really. I love being able to go back…
The Crochet Virus
There’s a lot going on in the world right now. And although the coronavirus started in Wuhan city in China,…
Sweet Pea Market Bag Free Pattern
It’s time for March’s free pattern! With spring and summer markets just around the corner, I thought this market bag…
Everything You Need to Know about Pattern Testing
You like to crochet. Maybe you have made just a few projects, or maybe you have been crocheting for years….
Attack My Stash: February Update
I am two months into my 2020 effort to use up the yarn I have and limit the amount of…
A Basic Guide to Crochet
There are so many things I want to show you guys, but I feel like I need to start from…
Sweet Pea Shawlette Now Released!
The Sweet Pea Shawlette is made with DK weight yarn. It has a lightweight yet full fabric with a texture…
What I Have Learned in My First Year with a Creative Business
I sold my first crochet stuffed animal approximately one year ago, and since then so much has happened for my…
Design Trends for 2020 to Add to Your Craft
The year 2020 is in full swing. Although we have been reflecting on the end of a year and a…
9 Things to Love about Crochet
If you have never crocheted before, the first thing you may think of is a blanket your grandmother gave to…
Attack My Stash: January Update
How did the first month of 2020 go for my goal to use up my yarn stash?
Little Love Letter Free Pattern
I adore ”love”. It is beautiful to see the ways that people and creatures alike show their affection and care…
11+ Bullet Journal Ideas for Your Creative Business
If you have ever looked back in time at your creative business and wondered why your efforts haven’t yielded as…
Squishy Infinity Scarf Free Pattern
One of the best parts about yarn is seriously the squish. And what better way to harness that than by…
Attack My Stash: What am I Working With?
You can learn more about my New Year’s resolution to use the yarn I already have here. I hope to…
20+ Yarn Goals for 2020
Here are 20+ ideas for goals you can have this year as you try to expand your crochet skills. Learn about new skills, styles, ways to make an impact, how to make crochet social, and more!
Attacking my Stash: An Effort to Use Yarn I Already Have
Join me as I try to use up the yarn I already have in an effort to declutter and be more content.