When my design career took off it would have been nice to have had a plan! But my approach has always essentially been “throw stuff at the wall and see what sticks” and what stuck for me wasn’t cute adorable OMGosh so much fun stuff like I discovered over at Snappy Tots, the…
Five free crochet patterns: Jennifer Hansen
Jennifer is one of the very first designers that I met when I decided to “go pro” back in 2006. Since then she has been a constant source of inspiration for me as a designer and as an entrepreneur! I am so excited to feature Jennifer today and share with you five of her…
Five free patterns: Michele from Stitch & Hustle
I first met Michele when I was teaching at a national fiber event called Stitches. I love teaching, and having students like Michele in the class that have UNBRIDLED enthusiasm for all things yarn make it so much fun. Michele KNOWS how to enjoy crochet! I’m so happy to share with you five of…
Five free patterns: Kim Guzman
If you’ve ever used the Internet Machine to look for free patterns then you’ve come across CrochetKim, aka Kim Guzman. Kim is a hall-of-fame worthy designer that has pushed the industry forward during her entire career. I am grateful every day that she and I have become such good friends over the years. …
Five free patterns: Marly Bird
It is really a special experience to meet someone when they are just starting their career and watch them blossom and harvest the rewards of all their hard work. I am so privileged to have had a wonderful friendship with Marly right from when she entered the fiber arts industry. I admire not only…
Five free patterns: Kristin Omdahl
Today I am so happy to be featuring the amazing design sensibility of Kristin Omdahl. Full disclosure: Kristin has become a great friend of mine over the years, and yes I adore her, but I think you’ll agree that her designs are fantastic! I chose these five designs to feature, but you’ll quickly see…