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. […]

How to Store Washi Tape

Washi tape is one of those craft supplies that just keeps accumulating—before you know it, you have rolls in every color and pattern! With so many possibilities, it’s easy to fall into a washi-tape-hoarding situation (and let’s be honest, we’ve all been there!). So, how do you store washi tape? Here are questions to ask […]

Friend’s Themed Party

From the Archives: My youngest daughter graduated high school this past weekend – that’s it for me, babies are all done in the school system and both are ready for their own lives now. Pretty cool unless you think about the fact that I have no clue how to manage an empty nest. Anyway – […]

40 Ways to Use a Planner

In this post, I’ll discuss ways to use a planner, both how I use my planner and ideas for how you can use your planner. My entire life is in this planner. Well, this planner and a few others – the thing is, planners have become not only a way to keep tasks on track and […]

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 […]