Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The BHooked Podcast for Crocheters & Knitters
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| #144 Hitting the Pause Button and Planning for Growth | 28 nov. 2019 | 00:15:31 | |
For the first time in BHooked Podcast history, I’m hitting the pause button and planning for growth. | |||
| # 143 Blogging Strategies for Makers | 21 nov. 2019 | 01:04:49 | |
Want to start a crochet or knitting blog but not sure where to start? In this episode of The BHooked Podcast you'll hear from, Brittany Lynch, who shares her best strategies for starting a crafting blog in 2019, growing an audience and maintaining a balance to keep you on the right track with your goals.
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| #142 The Road to The Hook Nook Collection with Jessica Carey | 14 nov. 2019 | 00:53:18 | |
If you're about to give up on your dream, don't. More often than not, the difference between success and failure is refusing to give up. And if you're scared? Kick fear in the face because fear is usually your best sign that you're doing the right thing and that you really care about the outcome. In this episode of The BHooked Podcast you'll hear Jessica Carey's inspiring story of how she kicked fear in the face and went after her biggest dream. Through the ups and downs she had to keep the excitement and fear to herself but when you're hearing this, it's no longer a secret. When we recorded this episode, however, it was well before the cat was out of the bag. I had no idea what the secret was or what we were going to talk about. | |||
| #141 Crochet Challenge For Warm Up America 2019 | 07 nov. 2019 | 00:52:29 | |
This challenge has concluded but you'll still learn some interesting stuff about Warm Up America in this episode. Sarah, from Warm Up America talks about Made With Love campaign they hold annually and it's mash up with the Crochet Challenge for Warm Up America. Items made and sent in for the challenge were hung in low-income areas, primarily in the Dallas TX area, so anyone walking by who needed them, could keep them for warmth. The 2019 challenge kicked off in November 2019 and has since concluded. But tune in, learn about how amazing The Warm Up America Foundation is (and why they're the official charity for B.Hooked) and look forward to our next Annual Crochet Challenge for Warm Up America. | |||
| #140 Finding Yarn When It’s Less Available In Your Area | 31 oct. 2019 | 01:05:02 | |
Do you live where craft stores and yarn shops are few and far between? Does this limit your creativity and motivation to start new crochet or knitting projects? You're certainly not alone. In this episode of The BHooked Podcast you'll hear from Caitie Moore, talented designer and crochet addict located in Cape Town, South Africa where yarn resources are a bit limited. In order to grow in her craft and pursue her passion as a designer, Caitie had to be resourceful to create patterns and projects she loves. She shares tips for finding and substituting yarn in patterns, ordering online as well as some clever projects for those one or two special hanks in your stash that weren't easy to get. | |||
| #139 Dye Yarn & Take Your Project to the Next Level | 24 oct. 2019 | 01:03:13 | |
Ashley is also very passionate about her maker business and the community as a whole. We wrap up this episode chatting a bit about where you can find inspiration for yarn dying experiments and tips for standing out. | |||
| #138 Minimalism for Makers & Crafters | 17 oct. 2019 | 01:04:06 | |
Being a maker means lots of decisions and lots of "stuff". Sometimes that can feel a little overwhelming; yarn that seems it'll never get used; pattern decisions; project decisions. Should I use this color or that color? Wait maybe that stitch instead of this one? If you create with yarn, chances are you're no stranger to questions like these. A refreshing change of pace came in my chat with T from Debrosse, a maker, business owner and minimalist. In this episode I explored all the areas of minimalism as it relates to makers, yarn business owners and yarn enthusiasts in general.
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| #137 The Knit Vibe with Vickie Howell | 10 oct. 2019 | 01:00:26 | |
What does knitting and crochet do for you? This year has taken me on a journey of discovering my place in the community and figuring out how my strengths and values can enrich someone's life. Although knitting and crochet affects many areas of my life, at it's core, the process is what fuels me the most. Yarn does more for me than just make a pretty thing. That has become a mantra for me and you'll hear me say it more and more as B.Hooked grows and develops over the next year. Until recently, I haven't been able to put my finger on how I came to this realization. That is until I started reading Vickie Howell's new book, The Knit Vibe. She's on the show today to talk about that, what's in the book and so much more.
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| #136 A Real Life Crafting Business Story | 03 oct. 2019 | 00:52:15 | |
Have you been thinking about trying to earn additional income from your hobby? Whether you're ready to take the plunge and turn your hobby into a full time job or you just want to earn a little extra money each month, you're faced with a big decision. Do you make this change or not? Will it be worth it? Will it even work? When faced with the same decision, Brianna, from Life and Yarn asked herself "what do you care about more than failing?" This helped her realize the decision that needed to be made. She's here to talk about that journey today; how she said goodbye to a career path of more than 10 years and hello to a crafting business she loves.
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| #135 A Day in the Life of a Crochet and Knit Pattern Designer | 26 sept. 2019 | 00:45:36 | |
A (flexible) routine keeps me focused, productive and happy. Honestly, I don't know what I would do without my daily and weekly routines. You can say I'm a creature of habit - for good reason. Habits just work for me. I'm often asked how I juggle a full time podcast and YouTube channel and still manage to create so many designs. There's no way I could get it all done without a solid plan. In this episode, I'll share my updated routine, schedule and habits with you. I hope sharing what works for me will give you some ideas to explore that will catapult you to where you want to go in life - whether crochet is your hobby, your business or your life.
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| #134 Never Seam An Amigurumi Project Again! | 19 sept. 2019 | 00:46:42 | |
Hate seams in amigurumi projects? Me too! I'm always worried I'll seam the piece on crooked or that it'll fall off someday. I know I'm not alone in this struggle so I was absolutely thrilled to chat with Melanie from Knot Too Shabby Crochet about how she eliminates seams in amigurumi altogether. Her new book, Hooked On Amigurumi, 40 Fun Patterns for Playful Crochet Plushies is filled with cute little projects to help you learn how to use shaping and color changes to eliminate seams and she shares her best tips with us today!
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| #133 The Creative Process of Turning Inspiration into a Pattern | 12 sept. 2019 | 01:05:17 | |
You don't have to be a designer to use your surroundings to inspire projects. Truth is, you can inject little aspects of you, your likes and your world into anything you make. This episode and my chat with Vincent from Visuvios Crafts opened up my eyes to unique ways to find inspiration for projects and I'm even more energized to start something new. So whether you publish your designs or you just like to free style projects for your self or others, we can all benefit from Vincent's unique perspective on finding inspiration from the world around you. | |||
| #132 When Embroidery Meets Crochet | 05 sept. 2019 | 00:56:15 | |
Did you know you can use crochet as the foundation for embroidery? On their own, crochet and embroidery are amazing crafts, each with a flair that makes them unique. But together, it's a gorgeous combination. I was blown away when I learned about Andy from O&Y Studio, a talented maker in this community who blends her crochet and embroidery skills as well as love of flowers into one gorgeous and unique project. Whether you know how to embroider or not, in this episode of The BHooked Podcast you're sure to be inspired by Andy. She tells us how it's possible for anyone to embroider on crochet as well as a few tips to get you started. I learned so much from her. I know you will too! | |||
| #131 What You Wanted to Know About (Gauge Part 2) | 29 août 2019 | 00:42:16 | |
Are you completely confused by gauge? No worries! I'm back this week to answer even more of your questions about gauge and why it's one of the most important things to consider when designing or following crochet or knitting patterns. Here's the scoop... Don't worry, you're not alone! I turned to my Instagram community again this week to bring you another "what you wanted to know episode" to find out exactly what you need to know about gauge. So many questions were submitted that I'm breaking it into two episodes so I can answer as many of your questions about gauge as I can for you! | |||
| #130 What You Wanted to Know About Gauge (Part 1) | 22 août 2019 | 00:33:39 | |
Are you completely confused by gauge? Don't worry, you're not alone! I turned to my Instagram community again this week to bring you another "what you wanted to know episode" to find out exactly what you need to know about gauge. Clearly this is a topic that needs clarification. After all, it's the single most important thing to consider when designing or following crochet or knitting patterns. So many questions were submitted that I'm breaking it into two episodes so I can answer as many of your questions about gauge as I can for you! | |||
| #129 How to Master Instagram for Small Maker Businesses | 15 août 2019 | 00:51:26 | |
Do you want to increase your engagement on Instagram? Doing so might be the jumping off point for your crochet or knitting business. No doubt t's the place many of us hang for the community and inspiration (and we've developed "Instagram skills" in the process), using it for business requires a different approach than a casual user. To get the most out of the time and effort you'll put into it, you'll need to master some business basics first. In this episode, you'll hear from Instagram savvy maker, April from OTH Crochet Nook. She's been using Instagram to promote and grow her crochet business and blog for years. Today, she shares her best tips for increasing engagement on Instagram so you can up your maker business game!
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| #128 Basic Crochet Garment Design for First Time Designers | 08 août 2019 | 00:52:11 | |
Ready to make your first basic crochet garment? It's not quite as difficult as you might think but it's good to have a feel for basic crochet garment design before diving in. Here to help you understand the basics and get a little extra confidence boost is, Emily, crochet designer behind Hooked Hazel. Emily brings many talents to the crochet industry but she really has a nack for designing and making garments. In this episode of The BHooked Podcast you'll hear an abundance of her knowledge and experience with designing garments that are both functional, pretty and easy to make. | |||
| #127 Crafting Made Simple with Stitch and Story | 01 août 2019 | 00:47:10 | |
What does "Crafting Made Simple" mean to you? This episode is about exploring what yarn does for you beyond just making something pretty. This realization can help you identify your strengths and help you understand how to share those strengths in the crochet and knitting community. Simplicity and stories can help us identify what type of crafter we are, why we do what we do and how to inspire the next generation so they can enjoy these things too. To help me with this is Jen from Stitch and Story, a resource that's dedicated to simplifying the often complex processes in our craft. Jen and I had a wonderful chat about our personal experiences with learning aspects of the knitting and crochet, something we're both very passionate about sharing. | |||
| #126 Are Wooden Crochet Hooks Right for You? | 25 juil. 2019 | 00:51:09 | |
Curious why so many crocheters love working with wooden crochet hooks? The perfect crochet hook is in the eye of the beholder. So if you're on the hunt for the perfect crochet hook, the best thing you can do is try as many crochet hooks as possible. You'll know it when you find it. The perfect crochet hook will be effortless for you to crochet with. Any sign of frustration from dropping loops, snagging, dragging, will be a thing of the past. This episode will help you see the benefits of working with wooden crochet hooks so you can decide if they're the right choice for you. In this episode you'll hear from Rick and Danny, the father-son team behind the family business, Laurel Hill. They share how their hooks are made and why they are the perfect wooden crochet hook for so many crocheters. | |||
| #125 Best Practices for When You Need to Substitute Yarn | 18 juil. 2019 | 00:33:04 | |
Have you ever substituted yarn in a pattern and it didn't turn out quite right? Either the size was off or the finished project didn't look the same. Can I get a yes?! I had to learn the hard way that you can't use whatever yarn you want with the same hook or needle size and have it turn out right. But that's not to say yarn substitution isn't possible! In this episode of The BHooked Podcast you'll learn how to avoid the frustration that comes from substituting yarn and finishing a project you're not happy with. I'll share my best practices for making a yarn substitution so you can be a little more confident the next time you can't find the specific yarn a pattern calls for. | |||
| #124 What You Wanted to Know About Fiber | 11 juil. 2019 | 00:34:28 | |
Confused about what fiber to use for your project? You could learn the hard way or you can listen to this episode of the yarn mini-series for a place to start! Truth is, selecting the “right” fiber for your project involves a little knowledge and personal preference. I reached out to my Instagram community to learn exactly what you want to know about choosing fiber for your projects and they guided the conversation! In this out-of-the-norm episode, I answered as many of your questions as possible about making the right fiber choice and to be honest, I had a lot of fun doing it! | |||
| #123 Five Most Practical Tips for Ordering Yarn Online | 04 juil. 2019 | 00:31:12 | |
Are you hesitant to order yarn online because you need to see and feel it first? I’ll be honest, I love the “thrill of the hunt” – going to a store like Joann’s or Michael’s not knowing what I’m going to find. You just can’t get the same tactile experience when ordering yarn online. But sometimes it’s something we have to do. Have you ever ordered yarn online and it wasn’t the right color? Or even worse, the textured wasn’t what you expected? You’re not alone here. I lost track in the double digits! There are so many variables potentially working against us when we order yarn online. Today I’ll share five tips for the next time you order yarn online so you’re hopefully less disappointed or surprised when your package arrives.
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| #122 Six Simple Steps to an Organized Yarn Stash | 27 juin 2019 | 00:30:12 | |
Is your yarn stash out of control? Don't worry, it happens to the best of us! I usually need to sort through and organize my yarn stash at least once a year. Admittedly, this isn't something I love scheduling time for but it does save me time in the long run! Here's the deal - organizing your yarn stash can do four things for you. First, it will save you money because you won't buy yarn you already have (that you forgot about). Second, it will save you time when looking for the right yarn for your project (because you'll know exactly where to look). Third, it will get you excited for the yarn you have (just like when you bought it the first time) and lastly, it will reignite your creative fire! Are you ready to organize your yarn stash? | |||
| #121 Granny Square Inspiration | 20 juin 2019 | 00:51:19 | |
Are you looking for a quick and portable project? The granny square is perfect! You can turn them into just about anything – blankets, purses, coasters, totes…and they work up with only scraps of yarn and a few spare minutes you find here and there. In this episode you’ll hear from Kate from Jellybean Junction and get an earful of granny square inspiration. She’ll share some traditional and different ways to use granny squares, how to incorporate color and texture to change things up and ultimately why the granny square is the perfect little go-to. | |||
| #120 Practical Tips for Making Crochet Tutorials on YouTube | Podcast Episode #120 | 13 juin 2019 | 01:06:24 | |
Do you want to share what you know about crochet and knitting through tutorials on YouTube? In this episode of The BHooked Podcast you’ll hear from Sarah-Jayne, the creative yarn entrepreneur behind Bella Coco Crochet. She peels back the layers and shares everything you need to know before you upload your first tutorial, how to grow your channel, how the numbers really aren’t important and some equipment tips to get you started. | |||
| #119 Hooked on Serenity: Crocheting as Stress Relief | 06 juin 2019 | 00:48:55 | |
What does crochet do for you? For so many of us crochet is more than just a hobby. For me it’s a creative outlet, a way to express myself and most importantly, a way of life. By recognizing what crochet does for you beyond making something pretty and practical, you can be even closer to the craft and have a story to share with the community. This story may inspire others to learn and reap the benefits of yarn. In this episode of The BHooked Podcast we have someone to share an inspiring story of what crochet means to her. Elise, from Le Petit Saint Crochet shares her inspiring story; through one of the most difficult times in her life she found crochet. She calls it her saving grace. | |||
| #118 Tips for Designing Simple Crochet Patterns Anyone Can Make | 30 mai 2019 | 00:44:34 | |
Are you ready to design your first crochet pattern? Well don’t worry, it’s much easier to write your first crochet pattern if you keep it nice and simple to start out! Basic shapes and stitches are the perfect starting point and if you would like to add some interest, throw in some colorful stripes! In this episode of The BHooked Podcast you’ll hear from Krista from the blog, EasyCrochet.com (formerly known as Rescued Paw Designs). She shares just how easy the process of writing crochet patterns can be. This is pretty much her specialty and she shares all her tips in this episode! | |||
| #117 The 3 Biggest Struggles That All Maker Businesses Go Through | 23 mai 2019 | 00:54:33 | |
Are you struggling to stay on top of your maker business? You’re so not alone, friend! We may not see it from the outside looking in, however, many makers are struggling with the same problems. Personal limitations, customer limitations, being original – all areas I’m sure you’re familiar with. How you handle this stress will make or break your maker business. Here to talk about that in more detail (since I am not a seller of goods myself) is Cristin, from the shop, Kozy Komforts. She has called herself a maker for several years and has come out on the other side of these struggles and more. | |||
| #116 Finding Your Voice As a Designer in the Crochet Community | Podcast Episode #116 | 16 mai 2019 | 00:55:11 | |
Are you ready to start publishing designs? Listen to this first! Making the decision to start publishing your crochet and knitting patterns may be the best thing you ever did but it’s not always easy. The first step is to find your place within the crochet community – in other words, what uniqueness do you have to share? In this episode I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Rohn Strong, full time blogger, designer and instructor. He has been published in magazines and made an appearance on The Knit and Crochet Now TV show. His story is so inspirational. He shares the long and winding journey of how he got to where he is today and the pivotal moment that catapulted his career in the crochet community and world of publishing. | |||
| #115 Getting Started with Tapestry Crochet | 09 mai 2019 | 00:49:29 | |
Take your crochet up a notch with tapestry crochet Have you ever seen a project with words magically incorporated into the stitches? Or maybe what looked like a photograph from a distance but was actually a crochet blanket? If so, you have seen the beauty of tapestry crochet. In this episode of The BHooked Podcast I’m joined by Amber, from the blog Divine Debris, an up and coming tapestry crochet designer and all round tapestry crochet fanatic. You’ll learn the fundamentals of tapestry crochet and how you can incorporate it in your next project. You’ll even hear some tips for designing tapestry crochet patterns. | |||
| #114 The Story of a Full-Time Crochet Business Owner | 02 mai 2019 | 00:51:30 | |
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to earn a living with crochet? It seems crazy, I know, but you can make a supplemental income with crochet. Whether your goal is to make yarn money, family vacation funds or a full time living, it’s possible. There are hundreds (dare I say thousands?) of people out there who are making a full or part time income with their crochet skills. In this episode of The BHooked Podcast you’ll hear from one of those people. Meghan from the blog, Meghan Makes Do, shares her startup story and we chat all things crochet businesses. Tags: Inspiration | |||
| #113 Color Theory and How You Can Apply It To Your Crochet Projects | Podcast Episode #113 | 25 avr. 2019 | 00:34:01 | |
Need help choosing Colors for your next project? Whether it’s a matter of indecisiveness or simply not knowing which colors go together, choosing colors for projects is often a struggle for a lot of people. Did you know you can use color theory to help you? Now you don’t have to have an artistic background or be a pro, but knowing the basics will help out a lot. In this episode of The BHooked Podcast I’ll walk you through the important aspects of color theory as it relates to knitting and crochet and how you can use a few basic principles in your next project.
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| #112 Side Hustle Yarn Business Meets Full Time Job | 18 avr. 2019 | 00:47:41 | |
Are you trying to balance your full time job and your side hustle business? This is no easy task. Finding a balance usually involves is a ton of trial and error, lots of help from your friends and family and a little inspiration from others trying to balance it all too. Today I’m joined by, Melissa, side hustle maker behind the website and Instagram, Woods and Wool. Melissa has a full time job that she loves and chooses to balance that with her passion project and side hustle. In this episode of The BHooked Podcast you’ll hear some of the strategies Melissa uses to juggle these areas of her life while still maintaining happiness as well as a few stories I’m sure you’ll relate to as someone working full time while building a side hustle yarn business. | |||
| #111 What You Need to Know About Tech Editing & Gauge As a Crochet Designer | 11 avr. 2019 | 00:58:04 | |
Not sure how to make your patterns available in more than one size (without making them all)? Whether you aspire to be a professional tech editor, need to learn how to tech edit your own patterns or simply have no clue what gauge is, there is something valuable for you in this episode! I’m joined by professional tech editor, Emily from Fiat Fiber Arts and we made it our personal mission to help you with gauge. She’ll help you understand what it means to tech edit a pattern (for those of you who design patterns) and understand what gauge is (for those of you who follow patterns for fun). Emily started tech editing professionally after realizing this was her passion. She is a wealth of knowledge and she doesn’t hold anything back! You might want to grab a notebook for this one – it’s a goodie!
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| #110 The Real Life Story of a Full Time Crochet Blogger | 04 avr. 2019 | 00:46:17 | |
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a crochet blogger? Maybe it’s your goal to start a crochet blog but you’re just not sure if it’s right for you. Starting a crochet blog is the best thing I have ever did. It gives me purpose, keeps me on my toes and provides a creative outlet for my endless ideas. That’s a common theme with this week’s guest, Meg, from Megmade With Love. Meg started a crochet blog not long ago and she shares the successes, the failures and the lessons she’s learned throughout the first years of her blog. Sit back with a cup of your favorite warm drink and hear the real life story of a crochet blogger. | |||
| #109 Tips for Writing Crochet Patterns (I Wish I Knew Sooner) | 28 mars 2019 | 00:27:42 | |
Have you been thinking about designing and writing up your own patterns? Great! It’s an incredibly useful skill whether you strive to be a full or part time crochet designer or you just want to record a pattern for your own reference. When you understand the process of writing patterns, following patterns becomes a whole lot easier. In this episode of The BHooked Podcast, I’ll share some of the tips I wish I heard when I started writing patterns. I’ll also let you in on some of the lessons I’ve learned over the last six years! Whether you want to be a professional crochet or knitting designer or not, I think you’ll find some golden nuggets in this episode. | |||
| #108 Making Beautiful Crochet Projects Can Be Easy Too | 21 mars 2019 | 00:54:01 | |
Pretty doesn’t have to be complicated When was the last time you looked at a crochet or knit piece and thought to yourself, “that looks way to complicated for me”? Well, I’d be willing to bet it’s not nearly as complicated as it looks. In this episode of The BHooked Podcast, Jessica from Mama In a Stitch is here to tell you just how easy “complicated” projects can be. She’s been doing it for years and her website is centered around the idea of making easy yet pretty pieces in crochet and knitting. | |||
| #107 An Introduction to Colowork Knitting | 14 mars 2019 | 00:50:32 | |
Want to learn more about colorwork knitting? It is such a beautiful way to shake up your knitting routine and although there are certainly advanced colorwork knitting techniques, there are some simple ones too. When you’re not sure how to make your next project stand out, use simple stitch patterns and let the color shine. In this episode of The BHooked Podcast you’ll learn important lessons in colorwork knitting from the very basic to the more complex. Ella Austin, author of the book, Beginners Guide to Colorwork Knitting: 16 Projects and Techniques to Learn to Knit with Color, is here to be your colorwork knitting coach. She discusses different ways to incorporate color into your knitting projects and shares where she gets her color inspiration. | |||
| #106 Getting Started With Tunisian Crochet | 07 mars 2019 | 00:45:34 | |
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| #105 Simple Tips to Plan Your Projects So You Get Them Done | 28 févr. 2019 | 00:23:55 | |
Do you struggle to finish your projects? It’s so hard to get them all done. There’s an old saying that goes “failing to plan in planning to fail”. I have this posted on my wall as a daily reminder that in order to finish my projects, I must have a plan. I’m convinced that the only way you will be able to finish all the projects you set out to create this year is to have an action plan in place – a rigid yet slightly flexible way of keeping yourself accountable for the projects you want to make. That’s The post Plan Your Projects So You Get Them Done | BHooked Podcast Episode 105 appeared first on B.Hooked Crochet | Knitting. | |||
| #104 Creating a Movement Within the Crochet Community | 21 févr. 2019 | 00:41:06 | |
A New Genre of Crochet We often use crochet as a form of self expression without really thinking about it. Yarn isn’t something we do, it’s more of who we are. Until recently, there hasn’t been a way to describe how yarn allows us to express our true selves. That’s where “yarn punk” comes in. On today’s episode you’ll hear from Vincent of Knot Bad Crochet as he shares a new genre of crochet called “yarn punk”. It’s not so much punk or rock related as it is a way to showcase what yarn means and expresses for you. You’ll The post “Yarn Punk” with Knot Bad Crochet | BHooked Podcast Episode 104 appeared first on B.Hooked Crochet | Knitting. | |||
| #103 The Crochet Tools I'd Recommend to a Friend | 14 févr. 2019 | 00:29:21 | |
Overwhelmed by all the crochet tools available? One thing I love about our hobby is that it requires very little supplies. Just a hook, scissors, darning needle and some yarn is really all you need. But when you start looking into it, there are so many options! In today’s episode I’ll to share my “evolution” of crochet tools if you will. What I had as a complete beginner and what I added to my collection as my skills advanced. You’ll Learn: The four essential crochet tools for a beginner to have Four yarn options that are great for beginners When The post Crochet Tools to Have | BHooked Podcast Episode 103 appeared first on B.Hooked Crochet | Knitting. | |||
| #102 Practical Productivity Tips for Busy Makers | 07 févr. 2019 | 00:42:07 | |
Are You a Busy Maker Trying to Maximize Your Crochet or Knit Time? It’s not easy to balance life, responsibilities and a hobby. We have to experiment and see what works. In today’s episode, you’ll listen in on a chat between myself and Rachel about managing time, hobby and business. Today’s Guest Today’ you’ll hear from Rachel, of Evelyn and Peter – busy mom of three, blogger and maker and how she balances life, responsibilities, her hobby and growing business. You’ll Learn A bit about Rachel, how she learned to crochet and how it turned into a hobby and business The post Tips for Busy Makers | BHooked Podcast Episode 102 appeared first on B.Hooked Crochet | Knitting. | |||
| #101 Project Journey of Crochet Challenge for Warm Up America 2019 | 31 janv. 2019 | 00:26:32 | |
Are you Participating in this year’s Crochet Challenge for Warm Up America? In today’s episode I’ll share the project journey so you can hear first hand what went into designing the 2019 Crochet Challenge for Warm Up America lap blanket. Since this is the first time we have done an episode like this, I’ll start by explaining how I tackle the design process and then tie it all into this year’s challenge pattern. You’ll Learn The different stages to my design process Where I get inspiration from and why How the first design for the challenge was a failure How The post Project Journey of Crochet Challenge for Warm Up America 2019 | BHooked Podcast Episode 101 appeared first on B.Hooked Crochet | Knitting. | |||
| #100 How to Get a Full-Time Job in the Fiber Arts Industry | 24 janv. 2019 | 00:41:22 | |
Curious how to get a job in fiber arts? Before I started B.Hooked, I thought working in the fiber arts industry was only a dream. I remember thinking that doing what you love and making a living doing it was a fantasy. Is it even possible for your hobby and career to be the same thing? Yes! I am proof as well as thousands of others working in the field they love – fiber arts! Today’s Guest I’m joined today by Lee from Coco Crochet Lee to talk about how to get a job in fiber arts, what fields are The post How to Get a Job in Fiber Arts | BHooked Podcast Episode 100 appeared first on B.Hooked Crochet | Knitting. | |||
| #99 Five Must-Know Crochet Tips to Improve Your Skills This Year | 17 janv. 2019 | 00:29:46 | |
Do you need crochet tips to get better at your craft this year? If so, you’re in the right place! I’m on a mission in 2019 to provide you with as many crochet tips as possible to help you improve your skills this year. I have learned many of these lessons the hard way – if only I had seen this short list of mandatory crochet tips in the early days! In today’s episode I will run you through five of my top crochet tips that will help improve your skills and see results fast. These 5 crochet tips address The post 5 Must Know Crochet Tips to Improve Your Skills This Year | BHooked Podcast Episode 99 appeared first on B.Hooked Crochet | Knitting. | |||
| #98 An Introduction to the Concept of "Slow Knitting" | 10 janv. 2019 | 00:47:57 | |
Have you heard of slow knitting? Not the kind of slow knitting we might be familiar with – how slow it can sometimes be to finish a project. This is much deeper and it’s not just for knitters either! Slow knitting is a concept that was brand new to me before speaking to today’s guest, Hannah Thiessen. Hannah wrote the book on slow knitting and she’s here with us today to share what it’s all about and how we can get involved. In today’s episode… You’ll Learn About Slow knitting – what it is and why you might be interested The post Slow Knitting | BHooked Podcast Episode 98 appeared first on B.Hooked Crochet | Knitting. | |||
| #97 Five of the Most Interesting Types of Crochet to Try This Year | 03 janv. 2019 | 00:37:21 | |
Looking for new types of crochet techniques to try this year? In today’s episode, I’ll expand on a previous episode and share five more types of crochet to try in the New year! If you haven’t heard that first episode, you should definitely add it to your listening queue. Jump back to episode 32 on your podcast player or listen through your browser here. In it we discuss amigurumi, tapestry crochet, Tunisian crochet, broomstick/hairpin lace crochet and filet crochet. In today’s episode… You’ll Learn About Aran Bavarian Overlay Intarsia Entrelac Now if you haven’t done so already, click on that The post 5 (More) Types of Crochet to Try | BHooked Podcast Episode 97 appeared first on B.Hooked Crochet | Knitting. | |||
| #96 Happy New Year BHooked Podcast Listeners! | 27 déc. 2018 | 00:24:05 | |
Happy New Year BHooked Podcast Listeners! I want to keep it short and sweet today so you can spend time with your loved ones this holiday season. Today it’s just you and me in a quick catch up session – I’ll chat about what’s on my mind in the New Year and most of all, thank you for being so amazing. Please Take This Podcast Survey! Please take a moment to let me know what you want from the podcast in 2019. This short survey will only take a few minutes to complete and is so important for me to The post Happy New Year! | BHooked Podcast Episode 96 appeared first on B.Hooked Crochet | Knitting. | |||
| #95 Crochet Challenge for Warm Up America 2019 Project Preview | 20 déc. 2018 | 00:55:50 | |
Are you ready for the challenge? I hope so because this year is going to be a big one. In the 2019 Crochet Challenge for Warm Up America we will be working through a Lap blanket for the wounded warriors at Walter Reed Hospital in Bethesda, MD. Not only will we make them a lap blanket but I’ll also include a knit hat pattern so you can make them a hat too! Today’s Guest Today I’m chatting with Mary Colucci, Executive Director of the Warm Up America! Foundation and you’ll get to hear the first news of the Challenge for The post BHP095: Warm Up America Challenge 2019 Preview appeared first on B.Hooked Crochet | Knitting. | |||