Fall Crochet Blanket Patterns

As the air turns crisp, is there anything cozier than wrapping yourself in a handmade blanket with a cup of cocoa and Gilmore Girls on the TV? This roundup of fall crochet blanket patterns captures the warmth and beauty of the season, with rich textures and autumn hues. But what’s really exciting is the versatility […]

Crochet Christmas Ornament Patterns

These Crochet Christmas ornament patterns are the perfect way to bring a cozy, handmade charm to your tree, garlands, or gift packages while doing the thing you already love to do. A few years back, I made a christmas tree entirely out of crochet ornaments and I loved that thing so much. Since then, some […]

Quick Crochet Gifts

Looking for a heartfelt gift you can whip up in no time? Quick crochet gifts are the perfect way to add a handmade touch to your gifting without spending hours on a project. Whether you’re crafting for a special occasion or just because, these speedy crochet patterns allow you to create something unique and meaningful. […]

3 Best Metal Crochet Hook sets for Comfort and Durability

​Even as a crocheter for nearly three decades, I still sometimes find myself overwhelmed at all of the crochet hooks on the market. After years of experimenting with different crochet hook materials, I’m confident that I prefer metal hooks the best for all of my projects, but even that doesn’t always narrow it down. I […]

Metal vs. Bamboo vs. Plastic: Which Crochet Hook Material is Best?

Choosing the right crochet hook material is key for a great crochet experience. Whether you’re new to crochet or have been doing it for years, knowing the differences between metal, bamboo, and plastic hooks is helpful. This guide will help you understand the pros and cons of each, so you can pick the best one for you. […]

The Cutest Ghost Crochet Patterns

I was deep into a search for crochet ghost patterns – looking specifically for flat, aplique style of ghosts when I realized I’d left the tabs open of a lot of really adorable stuffed crochet ghost patterns. I don’t typically dabble in amigurumi much (would love to, but just not the time) but you do […]

Wonky Twisted Fringe for Crochet Projects

I’ve been working on a lovely bonfire blanket scarf in preparation for someone, anyone to please invite me to a bonfire this Fall. The colors are gorgeous, it has a hood, and I’m contemplating adding pockets, too. Pockets or not it definitely needs fringe and I decided to elevate the fringe on this crochet project […]

Chevron Crochet Blanket

This post is from the archive of my old blog. I am so excited about this Chevron Crochet Blanket pattern. My mom tried to teach me to crochet when I was younger, I remember her trying to be proud of me, but all I could do one a single chain – still I’d make that […]

Crochet Bucket Hat

Not long ago, I strung together a year’s worth of cotton yarn scraps to create what I think is the most magnificent scrap yarn crochet bucket hat ever. I actually created 4 of them – that’s what happens when you save 15 ounces of yarn scraps! Turns out, it was a big hit, and many of you […]

My Best Yarn Hacks

I’ve been playing with yarn for a long time which means I’ve collected a lot of great tips and yarn hacks along the way. Here are my favorite tips and full list of resources to deep dive into ones that you’re interested in. Yarn Bowl Tips Threading the Needle Yarn Winding Keeping Yarn Tidy Projects