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If you love a handmade Christmas (and a bit of festive fun), you’re going to adore this working crochet cracker pattern! These crackers don’t just look cute - they actually pull apart and go bang, thanks to a little secret inside. This Christmas crochet cracker...

Fancy a speedy little make that looks fab, uses up your yarn stash, and only needs one stitch? Say hello to my free crochet neckerchief scarf pattern. It’s beginner-friendly, perfect for gifting, and a great “TV project”. I also blocked mine at the end and—shock...

If you’ve ever made crochet squares or little appliqués and found them going all curly (especially when you try to attach them to wreaths or other projects), don’t worry - you’re not doing anything wrong! That’s just the nature of crochet. The good news is that...

Looking for the best crochet tools for beginners or wondering what to buy for someone who loves crochet? If you’re just starting out or you're a crocheter who’s always losing your needle (guilty), this list has got you covered. These are the must-have crochet items...

So, you’ve picked up a hook, grabbed some yarn, and thought “Right then… how hard can it be?” Firstly - welcome to the crochet club! Secondly - if your first few attempts haven’t exactly gone to plan, you’re definitely not alone. I’ve taught hundreds of people to...

Let’s be honest...crochet patterns can look like total gobbledegook when you’re just starting out. So many abbreviations, so many brackets, and don’t even get me started on the UK vs US stitch names. I’ve lost count of how many people have said to me, “I really want...

This month something very exciting happened... I had one of my patterns published in Crochet Now magazine! I still can’t quite believe it. I’ve been reading Crochet Now for years (usually with a biscuit or three) and to see my own design in those glossy pages felt...

If you're reading this, there is a very good chance you will already have supported The Secret Crocheter, my beloved small business, in many ways already. I am so thankful for all the kits and patterns you have bought, and the workshops you have attended. Grateful...

Yay! You’ve learnt to crochet...but now you might be wondering: what beginner crochet project should I make next? Don’t panic - I’m here to help you choose the perfect next make! Keep It Simple My first piece of advice is to keep it simple. If you've learnt to crochet...