Making DIY Cardboard Christmas Village Houses | keeping warm no. 2
While I love wintery decorations overall and have memories of mesmerizing, twinkling Christmas lights and vintage ornaments hanging on grandparents' trees, when my husband and I got married and had our own house, we weren't really into having a tree.
SHOP UPDATE! Yarn Labels, Care Cards, Gift Tags, & Stickers
Shop Update! Today is an exciting day, because I have a shop update to share with you! I've been working over the last few months on a few digital printable items like yarn wrap labels, care card labels, and gift tag
Making a “Cozy List” to Combat Seasonal Affective Disorder in a Pandemic | keeping warm no. 1
Daylight Savings Time has ended and now the day is dark by 6:00 pm around here. I'm trying to prepare for seasonal affective disorder head on by doing a few intentional things to focus on the light, the joy during
NEW PATTERN: The Joanie Reversible Beanie + What I Would Wear For Fall OOTD
New Pattern: The Joanie Reversible Beanie Crochet Pattern I'm excited to share that the Joanie Reversible Beanie Pattern is finally live! This one has been a long time coming, since I actually originally designed it over a year ago! Yes, Joanie is
Free Pattern: Big Crochet Shell Stitch Infinity Scarf
Way back in 2016, this big crochet infinity scarf was a part of my made-to-order accessories collection. I mostly focus on garment patterns now, but I've wanted to share some of my old accessory patterns for free on the blog. This
All About Crochet Swatching
Today, I want to talk all about swatching, and how, when, and why you should always make a crochet swatch before making a garment from a pattern or designing your own! Making a swatch is the bane of many crocheters, but
What I Would Wear: Vintage Floral Vest For Summer
When I was middle/high school age, I wound up with a lot of handmedown clothes from my mom, aunts, cousins. I honestly loved getting random pieces and would often keep things I wouldn't have normally picked out for myself just
My 10 Favorite Notions & Tools For Crocheting & Design
I've been officially designing and selling crochet patterns for 5 years now (wow!). I've learned so much about the designing and pattern making process in general, but also about my preferred crochet tools and processes. I thought it would be
How To Style The Beverly Boxy Top Pattern For All Four Seasons
How To Style The Beverly Boxy Top Pattern For All Four Seasons Do you ever get so excited about a crocheted or knitted garment pattern, find your yarn, spend the time making your very own version, and then wind up rarely
Taking a (Little) Break From Crocheting for Healing
Well, guys, my hands have had a bit of a dramatic time the last few days. I mentioned a bit ago on Instagram that I have a wrist issue that flares up occasionally, but for the past few months it's