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Join the Elements Granny Square-Along!

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  Coming this September 27th Get ready to make your go to accessories this fall, with the Elements Granny Square Collection ! This crochet-along (CAL) is all about creating a set of accessories that coordinate beautifully and are perfect for gifting—or treating yourself. Sign up to our mailing list to stay up to date! The collection includes four patterns: a bandana, beanie, gloves and cowl . Each piece uses the same yarn and tools , making it easy to mix and match or complete the full set.  The gloves pattern is actually a re-work of one of my older but very popular designs and has now been improved to include multiple sizes. We used Elements in colour Flower & Cherished in Stone Pattern Options Adult sizes of all patterns will be free on the blog during the CAL. If you want other sizes , you can purchase the individual patterns or get the full eBook , which includes all sizes and patterns in one place. Individual patterns will be released one at a time thr...
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From Idea to Finished Design: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

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Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of designing a crochet pattern? I thought it might be fun to share my own process — from that very first spark of inspiration to holding a finished design in my hands. Finding Inspiration Like most crocheters, I’m always on the lookout for ideas. You’ll usually find me scrolling Pinterest , YouTube , or Instagram , pinning away anything that catches my eye. Inspiration is everywhere — in colour palettes, textures, or even just seeing how a stitch is used in a different way.  I don’t really do proper sketches (I’m terrible at drawing!) but if I’m planning something like a granny square blanket, I might do a quick scribble just to figure out how many squares I’ll need and how they’ll all fit together. Swatching and Sizing The first proper step in my process is always a swatch. Swatching isn’t just about testing whether I like the stitch pattern — it’s also where I figure out the maths (another thing I'm terrible at). How big are the stitc...
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