Now I’ll be the first to admit that I SUCK at keeping to resolutions for the new year, but I think this is because it’s so easy to set lofty goals. However, I’m trying to be much more realistic with my goal-setting this time around. If you’re stuck or want to make some specific crafty goals, check out these New […]
You know, for the longest time, if I was making a project with multiple yarns, I thought I had to match them exactly. Like, all the colors had to be from not only the same brand, but the same line. But this way of thinking proved waaaay too restrictive, which is why I start experimenting. This easy guide to combining […]
Do you love amigurumi, but struggle with seaming them together? Or maybe you’re new to the world of ami (short for amigurumi) and it just looks crazy intimidating? Don’t worry, with a little practice, patience, and the right tools, this article will walk you through how to sew your amigurumi together like a pro. Whether you’re brand new to ami […]
Is your yarn stash out of control? Even if it’s not stash busting can be very gratifying and even therapeutic. There’s just something so satisfying about using up those random skeins and clearing the way for yarn that you use more often. If you want to use up some of your old yarn, but aren’t sure where to start, don’t […]
Have you been scrolling through Pinterest and seen beautiful amigurumi made with several colors all worked together? It looks complicated and that’s BEFORE you get a look at charts and stuff. It doesn’t have to be scary though. This article will walk you through how to use fair isle crochet in amigurumi. We’ll even talk a bit about how to […]
Do you find hand-dyed yarn intimidating? For the longest time, so did I. I want to tell you about my first time trying hand-dyed yarn and how it went. Whether it’s the price (which is always much higher than big box store yarn) or the fiber content (how does one even care for something like cashmere??), hand-dyed yarn can be […]
If you’re like me, part of the attraction to crochet is all the wonderful colors of yarn you can play with. There’s always that ONE skein that grabs your attention in the store and you end up buying it even though you have no plan and didn’t even go to the store for yarn. Color is a wonderful thing. However, […]
Don’t you just LOVE seasonal amigurumi? Have you ever converted a regular pattern into a festive version? If not, I highly recommend it because it’s way too fun. This article is all about how to put a spooky spin on your amigurumi – 4 tips. The idea for this post actually came from me avoiding my responsibilities one night and […]
Do you struggle with picking out the perfect colors for your next project? Or maybe you have one color in mind, but aren’t sure what to pair with it. Don’t worry, this article is going to give you the tools and knowledge you need to pick amazing color combinations every time! Let’s dive in to how to pick the perfect […]
Crochet is generally a pretty inexpensive hobby to start, but it can add up fast once you’re hooked (pun intended). You may already know and have some or all of the tools on this list, but I’m going share some budget-friendly tips and resources that will help you save money too. So let’s jump in to these 7 tools your […]
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