If you’ve been scrolling through crochet or DIY feeds lately, you’ve probably spotted the crochet T-shirt poncho trend. It’s such a fun way to give new life to an old shirt, and the best part? Each one comes out totally unique. The basic idea is simple: grab a t-shirt, cut off the sides and sleeves, …
Want to crochet your own Labubu? (Aka: Lafufu) You're not the only one! At first, I also questioned the appeal of a Labubu. I heard that they were the next Beanie Babies. And, as a millennial who was burned by the beanie baby craze back in the 90's (we really thought they were an investment, …
Have you ever found the perfect stitch for a blanket, or even a sweater, but can't find a pattern to get you started? I'm going to show you how, with the power of gauge, YOU can be the one to bring that pattern to life! I'll go ahead and pop the gauge swatch calculator here …
Hey crafty friends! So you've been creating gorgeous knit and crochet designs, and everyone keeps asking "Do you sell your patterns?" Let's talk about how to actually make that happen quickly and easily - with no upfront cost! First Things First: Learning to Write Patterns You know how you wouldn't try writing a novel without …
In With The Old AND With The New: Harnessing AI to Brainstorm Product Ideas for Your Crochet or Knitting Etsy Shop Dear yarnie friends with entrepreneurial spirits, I'm sure you've heard some buzz lately about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and, specifically, ChatGPT. Maybe you thought it was useful for programmers or content writers but not for …
We sure do love yarn don't we? Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a budding knitter, choosing the right yarn for your project is essential. While a love of yarn unites crafters worldwide, did you know that the terminology used to describe yarn weight categories can vary even between English speaking regions? Yes, it's true! …
If you've racked up one too many fixed circular needles or realized mid-sweater pattern that you don't have the right needle size, you may be thinking its time for a full set of interchangeable knitting needles. But, what an investment! Going from buying one needle at a time to buying an entire set of nine …
The magic circle is a crochet technique that helps you create a tiny ring of stitches where you can draw the center closed, leaving virtually no hole. It's perfect for the tops of hats or the bottoms of baskets. The magic circle (also known as the magic ring) is an easy technique to master and …
Think there's no time to DIY a crochet Halloween costume? Think again! I definitely understand what it's like to have October sneak up on you. And whether you're vehemently opposed to store-bought costumes or forced to do a DIY, stuck-at-home Halloween...I've got a quick and easy solution for you! We can't all be the amazing …
How to Display and Decorate Your Home Using Your Own Threadwork The crafter community has welcomed MANY new members over the course of this very strange year. Being stuck at home, for some of you, meant time infront of blogs and YouTube learning to sew, weave, knit or crochet and I, for one, think that's …
The terms "Knitter" or "Crocheter" are not mutually exclusive. And I know I'm not the only yarnie who also knows her way around a loom in addition to making loops with sticks. Sometimes it's just about what are the right tools for the job! So if you're a resourceful, jack-of-all-trades yarn person such …
You know how to crochet or knit and you're constantly making things "without a pattern." Well, guess what? That is a pattern...your pattern! And if you've ever wanted to take the plunge writing it down and posting it online for free or to sell, but didn't know where to start, then this is …
Selling digital downloads online sounds like a dream. You can create products with the click of a button and others can buy that product from you just as easily! But maybe the thought of a disgruntled customer printing out your pixelated, blurry, off-center download got you too nervous to give it a try? …
So you wanna turn your brilliant crochet and knitting designs into a little business? That's amazing! Selling digital, PDF patterns online is such a wonderful combo of rewarding, convenient, motivating and easy (I've been doing it for 5 years!)! To make passive income from your passion, all you need is the design ideas, …
Want a crochet stitch that looks like knitting? I've got 5 beginner friendly options for you to try today!
The griddle stitch and the Suzette stitch are some of the first new stitch patterns you might learn as a beginner. And they truly are great beginner stitches because they are just combos of the basic single and double crochet stitch. For that same reason, though, it's easy to get them confused! …
This 90's kid loves the revival of so many classic trends, including a good o'll velvet scrunchie! You may have seen my "How to Crochet a Scrunchie 3 Ways" post. Swap out the yarn for one of these delicious velvety chenille yarns like Bernat Velvet and you've got yourself a time machine back to …
Maybe you had a loved one teach you years ago, maybe you knit and want to take the plunge into crochet, or maybe you've never owned a ball of yarn in your life! Either way, 2020 is the year YOU learn to crochet, baby! And this chunky infinity scarf is the perfect beginner project. It …
Maybe you had a loved one teach you years ago, maybe you crochet and want to take the plunge into knitting, or maybe you've never owned a ball of yarn in your life! Either way, 2020 is the year YOU learn to knit, baby! And this long, chunky scarf is the perfect beginner project. It …
When learning to crochet, we often start working back and forth on a flat piece or in the round, but did you know you could also work corner to corner? Of course you did! But this method is the one that the crochet world officially bestowed with the title "the corner to corner stitch (c2c)." …
I know we've all got some old t-shirts laying around. A great, crafty DIY re-purpose of these worn out, dingy, torn t-shirts is to create some t-shirt yarn! T-shirt yarn is great for crochet, knitting, weaving, braiding and a whole host of other crafts so even if you're not sure what to do with it …
Every time I'm out shopping or browsing online and I see mass-produced knitted and crocheted items, I'm always thinking, "psh...I can make that." Well I decided to finally put that to the test! With this series, Reverse Engiknitting, I will try to actually reverse engineer patterns from big brand names for your amusement! For this …
You might have made it a habit to ignore the back of your yarn label. I can't blame you for glazing over at the sight of all those numbers and symbols. But maybe you've heard someone mention "dye lots" or "gauge" and can't help but feel like there's some info you're missing out on. This …
Hobium sent me a big o'll bag of yarn to review and use to create some new free patterns! These are a few great basic "workhorse" yarns that are perfect dupes for some of your big box yarn store favorites. I'll let you know what I think about each of the yarns that I got, …
Whether you crochet or knit, if you're venturing off on your own beanie pattern, it's helpful to know the most common hat sizes! Instead of searching each time for "how big is a newborn's head?" or "what size is an adult beanie?" you are welcome to download this free PDF chart that's as pretty as …
It's the bane of beginner and seasoned crocheters alike: wonky edges and a stitch count that doesn't line up with the pattern! And "what to do" at the edge of your flat crochet projects seems to change from pattern to pattern and even stitch to stitch. In this tutorial, I'm going to try to …
This stash busting method isn't for the faint of heart. If your stash is full of yarns you love and can't wait to use, then this may not be the project for you. But if you're anything like me, you've got some yarns that you don't even know how they got in there and aren't …
Whether you're diving into a new pattern or writing your own, it's helpful to have some of the most common crocheting abbreviations handy! Instead of searching each time for "what does dc2tog stand for?" or "is single crochet US terms or UK terms?" you are welcome to download this free crochet abbreviations chart that's as …
Whether you're diving into a new pattern or writing your own, it's helpful to have some of the most common knitting abbreviations handy! Instead of searching each time for "what does ksp stand for?" or "is knit two together right leaning or left leaning?" you are welcome to download this free knitting abbreviations chart that's …
It can be hard to know which are the best yarns for arm knitting, especially for beginners! I started arm-knitting over 4 years ago and have made my share of arm-knit blankets (63 to be exact!) and countless scarves. Needless to say, I've attempted arm-knitting with almost every super bulky yarn under the sun and …
Whether you're making a custom blanket for friends or family, or you're writing your own pattern, it's helpful to know what the standard blanket sizes are for your next blanket project! Instead of searching each time for "how big is a twin quilt?" or "what size is a stroller blanket?" you are …
We've all heard the conventional wisdom and maybe experienced it for ourselves... Knitting uses less yarn than crochet ...But is it true? Now, I'm no scientist, but I did almost get a minor in chemistry so I think I'm qualified enough to blog about this subject in a quasi-scientific manner. So here goes nothing! Objective …
Spring time is all about those stash-busting projects! Scunchies are fun and flirty, perfect in all weather and fantastic stash busters. Not to mention a quick way to whip up gifts or products to sell! So I bet, now, you wanna learn how to crochet a scrunchie? Well, I've detailed my 3 favorite ways to …
When preparing to move to a new country, I knew I would have to find all new places to buy my yarn and knitting and crochet accessories. I took to google to out to find where I could buy yarn after moving abroad and found many others looking for the same thing. While there are …
Of course, there's no wrong way to use a Caron Cake! But I've come up with a few tricks to help ensure that you get the striping effect you're looking for in your next project.If you haven't seen them in stores or all the buzz on instagram, Caron Cakes are giant yarn cakes of self …
My latest obsession, and a total blast for any crocheter, is surface crochet! It's so simple, it feels like cheating. Surface crochet is a way to crochet (slip stitch) on top of a piece that is already worked up. With this method, you can add stripes, ribbing, edging, additional colors and endless decorative interest …
Is it knitting? Is it crochet? The answer is yes! Arm knitting has been dominating the web in the craft world and I've seen several attempts at it's crochet equivalent. Because of crochet's "one active loop" nature, arm-crocheting projects quickly turn into something more like hand crochet and the ease and novelty of using your …
If you're like me, you love crafting gifts for every member of the family. But have you ever found that your favorite knitting or crochet techniques just don't seem to translate when you work up something for the fellas? Below are the guidelines that I use when making gifts or writing up patterns for the …
Whether you already sell on Etsy or you're thinking about which platform to use to sell your handmade items, you've probably wondered about Handmade at Amazon. After selling on both sites, I've evaluated both Etsy and Handmade at Amazon in a few important areas. Shop AppearanceEtsy wins!Handmade at Amazon does offer a large banner for …
If you know me, you know I love some chunky yarn. There's nothing better than some extra large needles or no needles at all! There are many great super bulky yarns out there, but what's a yarnaholic to do if all you have are some worsted weight skeins lying around. Here is a tutorial in …
It's easy for us makers to get caught up in the creative process and not think through logistics like shipping. However, if you want to sell on Etsy or have gotten a couple sales already, nailing down your shipping process is going be an important part of the success of your business. Here are a …
I have been running two Etsy shops and a Handmade at Amazon store for a little over a year now with almost 2000 individual sales. Before my "successes," there was the first listing, the first sale, and every bump on the road in between. I've compiled this list of lessons I've largely had to learn …