The Knit Vibe with Vickie Howell | Podcast Episode #137
What does knitting and crochet do for you? This year has taken me on a journey of discovering my place in the community and figuring out how my strengths and…
A Real Life Crafting Business Story | Podcast Episode #136
Have you been thinking about trying to earn additional income from your hobby and starting a crafting business? Whether you're ready to take the plunge and turn your hobby into…
A Day in the Life of a Crochet and Knit Pattern Designer | Podcast Episode #135
A (flexible) routine keeps me focused, productive, and happy. Honestly, I don't know what I would do without my daily and weekly routines. You can say I'm a creature of…
Beginner Knit Scarf
Your perfect first knit scarf project! Skill Level | Beginner Finished Size | 5" wide; 60" long Buy the PDF Pattern introduction About this Pattern If you haven't knit anything…
Never Seam An Amigurumi Project Again! | Podcast Episode #134
Do you hate seaming your amigurumi projects? Me too! I'm always worried I'll sew a piece on crooked or that it'll fall off someday. I know I'm not alone in…
The Creative Process of Turning Inspiration into a Pattern | Podcast Episode #133
You don't have to be a designer to use your surroundings to inspire beautiful projects. Truth is, you can inject little aspects of yourself, your likes, and your world into…
Blending Embroidery into Your Crochet Projects | Podcast Episode #132
Did you know you can use crochet as the foundation for embroidery? On their own, crochet and embroidery are amazing crafts, each with a flair that makes them unique. But…
Basic ” Bottom Up” Crochet Hat
Get the perfect ribbed band by crocheting bottom-up, band to crown. Skill Level | Easy Available Sizes | Preemie, baby, toddler, child, teen, women's & men's Buy the PDF Pattern…
What You Wanted to Know About Gauge (Part 2) | Podcast Episode #131
Are you completely confused by gauge? No worries! I'm back this week to answer even more of your questions about gauge and why it's one of the most important things…
What You Wanted to Know About Gauge (Part 1) | Podcast Episode #130
Are you completely confused by gauge? Don't worry, you're not alone! I turned to my Instagram community again this week to bring you another "what you wanted to know episode"…
Basic “Top Down” Crochet Hat
The everyday crochet hat for donations, gifts and just because. Skill Level | Easy Available Sizes | Preemie, Baby, Toddler, Child, Teen, Women's & Men's Buy the PDF Pattern About…
Mastering Instagram for Small Maker Business | Podcast Episode #129
Do you want to increase your engagement or grow your following on Instagram? Doing so might be the jumping-off point for your crochet or knitting business. No doubt t's the…
One Skein Crochet Shawl
A new way to crochet corner to corner in a beautiful one skein shawl. Skill Level | Easy Finished Size | 58" wide; 24" long Buy the PDF Pattern About…
Basic Crochet Garment Design for First-Time Designers | Podcast Episode #128
Basic crochet garment design isn't nearly as difficult as you think. It can be, but it doesn't have to be. Before you dive into your first design it's good to…
Crafting Made Simple with Stitch & Story | Podcast Episode #127
What does "Crafting Made Simple" mean to you? This episode is about exploring what yarn does for you beyond just making something pretty. This realization can help you identify your…
Are Wooden Crochet Hooks Right for You? | Podcast Episode #126
Curious why so many crocheters love working with wooden crochet hooks? The perfect crochet hook is in the eye of the beholder. So if you're on the hunt for the…
Best Practices for When You Need to Substitute Yarn | Podcast Episode #125
Have you ever substituted yarn in a pattern and it didn't turn out quite right? Either the size was off or the finished project didn't look the same. Can I…
Really Easy Knit Baby Hat
The easiest (and quickest) way to learn how to knit a simple hat. Skill Level | Beginner Available Sizes | Baby, Toddler, Child Buy the PDF Pattern introduction About this…
How to Make a C2C Granny Square (Corner to Corner Granny Square) + Free Pattern
The corner to corner granny square, or sometimes called the C2C Granny Square, is a modern twist on the classic granny square. Rather than working in rounds, this granny square…