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If you're anything like me, crocheting is more than just a hobby. It's a way to keep my hands busy and my mind calm. The rhythmic motion of yarn and hook has always been my go-to for focus and stress relief. So it's no surprise that fidget toys feel like a natural extension of that same idea.

Benefits of Fidget Toys

Fidget toys do more than just keep your hands busy. They can help reduce stress, improve focus, and provide calming sensory input. The repetitive motion of fidgeting can be soothing, offering a simple way to manage anxiety or restless energy.

Free Crochet Fidget Toy Patterns

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If you’ve fallen under the spell of Labubu’s quirky charm, you’re not alone! This mischievous little creature has captured the hearts of fans and crocheters alike — and what better way to show your love than by making one yourself?

12 FREE Labubu Crochet Patterns with Step By Step Tutorials

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When I started this blog, I was living in a small apartment with two little ones. Life was busy, space was limited, and my love for crafting had to share space with everything else. Over the years, with hard work and saving, we moved into a townhouse—a step up from where we began.

Yet, even now, I don’t have a dedicated yarn room. I've seen beautiful craft rooms filled with colorful yarn, perfectly organized on shelves, and I often think about how wonderful it would be to have a space just for my crochet projects and supplies.

Currently, my desk is in my bedroom, and my computer camera faces the stairs. It’s practical, but far from the inspiring, cozy craft room inspiration you see on Pinterest. Since my job requires occasional virtual meetings, I wanted something more uplifting and fun for my backdrop.

Dream Yarn Room: Crafting Virtual Backgrounds for Inspiration

28 Free And Easy Summer Crochet Patterns

The Barbie movie that came out this year starring Margo Robbie and Ryan Gosling is the movie of the summer. With a remarkable four-week run as the No. 1 movie and an unprecedented gross exceeding $1.36 billion, it claimed the title of 2023's highest-grossing film.

For someone like me, who typically opts for the coziness of home movies vs. the bustling movie theatres, the Barbie Movie was a rare exception. I was so excited to see this movie since I caught sneak peek photos of Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in their Barbie Movie attire last year.

Amigurumi Barbie Dolls inspired by The Barbie Movie

12 Weeks of Crochet Christmas Ornaments

As the leaves begin to turn golden and the crisp autumn breeze fills the air, it's the perfect time to cozy up with a crochet project. And what better way to celebrate the season than with handmade crochet pumpkins!

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12 FREE and Unique Pumpkin Crochet Patterns to Make This Fall

But someone who crochets for a hobby isn't a worthy adversary — Wednesday Addams

That's what she thinks when the truth is that more than half of us are actually crocheting to keep ourselves from choking people.

To be honest, though, as someone whose main hobby is crocheting, I am unquestionably not worthy of being an adversary to Wednesday Addams. She'd kick my butt in 2 seconds -- I wouldn't even need piranhas!

16 Wednesday Inspired Crochet Patterns

As we approach the end of the school year, it's time to start thinking about teacher appreciation gifts! I'm not a former teacher or anything, but I see the amount of effort and work teachers put in during the school year.

While there are many gift options to choose from, there's something special about handmade gifts that can truly express your gratitude. After all, they're educating the next generation to become valuable members of society.

As a crafter and crochet enthusiast, I've put together a round-up of some of my favorite crochet projects that would make perfect gifts for teachers. So grab some yarn and a crochet hook and get started on making something special for your favorite teacher!

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Have you ever heard of Disneybounding? Disneybounding is a growing trend among Disney fans that involves dressing up in outfits inspired by their favorite Disney characters, without wearing actual costumes.

Why do people Disneybound?

This trend is particularly popular among Disney adult fans in Disney Parks because the park has a dress code that states that guests ages 14 and up are not allowed to wear costumes in the park. Disneybounding was a way for Disney adult fans to express their creativity while still adhering to the theme park's dress code.

And when you want to bring up the creativity notch one more level, let's try making our own Disneybounding pieces by crocheting them! I've been taking subtle elements of my favorite Disney characters and turning them into what I imagined would be if they were living in the real world now.

Free Disney Crochet Patterns for Disneybounding

Crochet sun hats are not only stylish, but they're so practical by helping keep the sun out of your eyes and providing you some protection from the sun. I know that spring is barely here, but I'm getting ready for the summer by collecting free crochet patterns for crochet summer sun hats!

10 Free Crochet Sun Hat Patterns to Make This Summer

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So I recently came across this crochet sweater with just sleeves. Yes, you read that right - it's a bodiless sweater. Some call them arm warmers or even arm warmer sweaters (if you can consider them sweaters).

Chenda's Crochet Arm Warmers YouTube Tutorial

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I loved Halloween as a kid! Like, what kid doesn't? Walking around the neighborhood in the evening, all dressed up, walking door-to-door collecting candy that will last me for the next year.

When I got a little older, maybe 10 or 11 years old, I found myself much more self-conscious and didn't enjoy dressing up for Halloween as much. Halloween also became a lot more "sexy," and I didn't really vibe with that.

15+ Free and Fun Halloween Crochet Patterns of 2025

Dreaming of a wedding dress that's as unique as your love story? Whether you're ready to pick up your crochet hook or simply seeking inspiration, these stunning crochet wedding dresses blend handcrafted charm with timeless elegance.

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I returned home from Disneyland about a month ago, and I have been going through a Disney withdrawal since. I've been watching walkthroughs of the park and listening to music that they normally play on Main Street, USA.

It's incredible what kind of effect Disney Parks have on me.

Disney people are my kind of people. There's something about that place where once you walk through the gates, it's suddenly OK to let your inner child free. In other words, I'm not ashamed to be a Disney adult.

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Once you step into the park, it's not silly anymore to wear mouse ears, sit in a pirate ship and fly above London with Peter Pan, or get excited to meet Mickey Mouse even though you know it's an actual person inside that costume. It even felt natural to wear a Minnie Mouse polka-dot dress out in public!