How to create and design your amigurumi pattern is a question that I often hear about from amigurumi makers. And why not? Selling patterns is a great way to make some supplemental income. When I started my journey, I would spend hours crocheting patterns from various designers. This was a great way to learn theRead More
Free Patterns
How to Crochet a Pumpkin
Fall has to be my favorite season of the year. The cooler weather, the leaves changing, fire pits in the backyard, warm cozy sweaters, and a pumpkin spice latte. Pumpkins seem to be the key ingredient in the fall season. When it comes to the crochet community, crochet pumpkins are the craft to kick theRead More
Crocheting
How to Make Handmade Cakes of Yarn
Let’s talk about cake & yarn. We’ve all stood in that aisle of our local craft store and admired the beautiful shades of colors in those yarn cakes. But, unfortunately, those gorgeous cakes of yarn can be pretty expensive to buy. The good news is that making a cake yarn is relatively easy, and allRead More
Crocheting
How To Make Simple Stitch Markers
A stitch marker is your best friend when knitting and crocheting. Stitch marks are a helpful tool for holding a spot in your knitted project or indicating when you’ve finished crocheting a round. You may already have a favorite stitch marker that you love to use, like a bobby pin or a plastic locking-style stitchRead More
Book Reviews
Crochet The Golden Girls
Who are The Golden Girls? Growing up in the 80s, you’d know who The Golden Girls were. The Golden Girls was a hit television show that debuted in 1985 until 1992. This comedy shows four single women living their golden years together in Miami. Blache Devereaux, a wealthy southern belle that owns the home, andRead More
Crocheting
How To Read An Amigurumi Pattern
Reading an amigurumi pattern can be challenging, especially for beginner crocheters. Just skimming through an amigurumi book can be overwhelming. I know because I’ve been there too! I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to get you started reading those cute amigurumi designs. We’ll talk about how the designer writesRead More
Free Patterns
Colorful Sea Turtles
Summer is here! Whenever I think about summer, I think about all the remarkable sea creatures in the ocean. One of my favorite sea creatures is the sea turtle. Did you know that the sea turtle symbolizes endurance and peace? Turtles get their endurance from fighting to live so long. But, turtles are not fightersRead More
Book Reviews
Mabel Bunny & Co.
Mabel Bunny & Co. is probably one of my favorite crochet books. I first came across this book a couple of years ago and couldn’t resist that adorable dragon on the cover. I purchased this book when I was pretty new to crocheting and reading patterns. This book is a fun, charming book that I’mRead More
Book Reviews
Too Cute Amigurumi
Too Cute Amigurumi is an adorable new book release from amigurumi designer Jennifer Santos. Jennifer Santos is the creator and founder of Super Cute Design shop. I first discovered her a couple of years ago when I had first started making amigurumi toys. My daughter had suggested that I create an artist account on InstagramRead More
Free Patterns
Easy Cotton Washcloths
Washcloths are a perfect project for beginner crocheters. These washcloths whip up so fast and are super easy to make. They are great as gifts, for craft fairs, or as donations. You’ll love making these not only for yourself but for others. Why washcloths??? Why not! We all have washcloths in our homes as essentials.Read More