The Simply Hooked Blog

Too Many WIPs, Not Enough Time? How to Use a Crochet Project Tracker to Manage Your Crochet Chaos (Without the Guilt)

Too Many WIPs, Not Enough Time? How to Use a Cr...

Marcy Gardner

Picture this. It’s a Tuesday evening. You’ve wrapped up a long day—maybe you’re coming home from work or finally got the kids tucked into bed—and you have an hour of quiet...

Too Many WIPs, Not Enough Time? How to Use a Cr...

Marcy Gardner

Picture this. It’s a Tuesday evening. You’ve wrapped up a long day—maybe you’re coming home from work or finally got the kids tucked into bed—and you have an hour of quiet...

From Hobby to Business: Emily Makes Crochet on Joy, Balance, and the Daisy Pop Blanket

From Hobby to Business: Emily Makes Crochet on ...

Marcy Gardner

If you love listening to real makers talk about real life—from carpool lines to crochet pattern launches—this episode of the Simply Hooked crochet podcast is for you. I sat down...

From Hobby to Business: Emily Makes Crochet on ...

Marcy Gardner

If you love listening to real makers talk about real life—from carpool lines to crochet pattern launches—this episode of the Simply Hooked crochet podcast is for you. I sat down...

Crochet Inspiration: How My Handmade Hippo Landed in Times Square

Crochet Inspiration: How My Handmade Hippo Land...

Marcy Gardner

Crochet isn’t just a hobby—it’s a lifestyle, a way to express creativity, and a reminder that handmade work has the power to connect us in surprising ways. In today’s blog,...

Crochet Inspiration: How My Handmade Hippo Land...

Marcy Gardner

Crochet isn’t just a hobby—it’s a lifestyle, a way to express creativity, and a reminder that handmade work has the power to connect us in surprising ways. In today’s blog,...

Welcome to the Simply Hooked Skool Community: A Home for Crocheters Who Dream Bigger

Welcome to the Simply Hooked Skool Community: A...

Marcy Gardner

If you’ve ever wished for a space where you could connect with other crocheters, find inspiration for your projects, and learn how to take your creativity to the next level—whether...

Welcome to the Simply Hooked Skool Community: A...

Marcy Gardner

If you’ve ever wished for a space where you could connect with other crocheters, find inspiration for your projects, and learn how to take your creativity to the next level—whether...

Crochet Lifestyle Merchandise: Mugs, Sweatshirts & Gifts for Yarn Lovers

Crochet Lifestyle Merchandise: Mugs, Sweatshirt...

Marcy Gardner

For crocheters, yarn isn’t just a hobby—it’s a way of life. Every stitch carries a story, every project reflects your creativity, and every skein of yarn feels like possibility. That’s...

Crochet Lifestyle Merchandise: Mugs, Sweatshirt...

Marcy Gardner

For crocheters, yarn isn’t just a hobby—it’s a way of life. Every stitch carries a story, every project reflects your creativity, and every skein of yarn feels like possibility. That’s...

UK vs US Crochet Terms Explained: Why Crochet Stitches Have Two Languages

UK vs US Crochet Terms Explained: Why Crochet S...

Marcy Gardner

Crochet is one of the most beloved crafts in the world, but did you know it has two different stitch languages? If you’ve ever started a pattern and your stitches...

UK vs US Crochet Terms Explained: Why Crochet S...

Marcy Gardner

Crochet is one of the most beloved crafts in the world, but did you know it has two different stitch languages? If you’ve ever started a pattern and your stitches...

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Crochet Blog for Beginners, Makers & Dreamers

The Simply Hooked Blog is a crochet blog for beginners and makers who love creating adorable, giftable projects. Explore posts about crochet techniques, pattern design, maker lifestyle tips, and how to grow a handmade business. Whether you’re learning to crochet or want inspiration for your next amigurumi project, you’ll find plenty of cozy, creative ideas right here.