Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast

Can a marriage survive a 5:30 AM market-day pack-out and a house full of amigurumi?
In this special episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I’m sitting down with my favorite guest—my husband! He’s seen the entire evolution of my journey from the very first stitch I made in 2012 to the creative business I run today.
We’re pulling back the curtain on what it’s really like to live with a full-time crochet designer and entrepreneur.
In this episode, we discuss:
The Origin Story
The Business of Crochet
The "Stash" Reality
Whether you’re a fellow maker looking for tips on involving your partner in your business or you just want a good laugh about the chaos of the creative life, this episode is for you!
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If you feel stuck in the "daily grind," this episode is for you. We explore why many creative entrepreneurs self-sabotage just as they start to see success.
Using the framework from The Big Leap, we break down how to stop doing the tasks that drain you and start focusing on the work that actually moves the needle for your shop.
Identify your Zone of Genius: The secret to scaling without burning out.
Break Through the Ceiling: Practical tips for crochet designers to allow more success and happiness into their business.
Mindset for Makers: Overcoming the fear of "The Big Leap."
For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!

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Have you ever opened a crochet pattern, taken one look at all the abbreviations, brackets, parentheses, and numbers, and immediately felt overwhelmed? You are not alone.
In this episode, we’re breaking down how to read crochet patterns for beginners and explaining why crochet patterns look so complicated in the first place. If you’ve ever wondered what stitches like sc, inc, dec, ch, sts, or instructions like [inc, sc in 3] x8 (40) actually mean, this episode will help it all finally click.
You’ll learn:
● Why crochet patterns are written in shorthand
● The real reason abbreviations exist (and why they’re actually helpful)
● How to understand brackets, repeats, and stitch counts
● What parentheses at the end of a round are really telling you
● Why the notes section at the beginning of a crochet pattern matters more than you think
● The difference between US vs UK crochet terms and how using the wrong one can completely change your project
● A simple 3-step approach to reading any crochet pattern without feeling intimidated
Whether you’re brand new to crochet, struggling to follow amigurumi patterns, or just want to feel more confident reading written instructions, this episode will help you stop feeling stuck and start understanding crochet patterns like a pro.
For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!
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Does standing in the yarn aisle feel a bit like trying to read a foreign language? You’re not alone! In this episode, we’re cracking the code on those cryptic yarn label symbols so you can choose your next skein with total confidence.

I’ll break down the critical difference between yarn weight and skein weight, explain why yardage matters more than the number of balls, and demystify dye lots and fiber content. Tune in to turn that confusion into clarity and ensure your hard work results in a project you love.
Yarn Weight vs. Skein Weight: We clear up the common confusion between the thickness of the strand (categories 0-7) and the physical weight of the ball.

The Yardage Rule: Learn why buying based on the "number of skeins" is a mistake and how to use yardage to ensure you never run out mid-project.

Decoding Dye Lots: Discover why checking this tiny number is the secret to professional-looking blankets and garments without mismatched colors.

For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!
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The new year does not need to start with pressure or hustle. This gentle New Year reset for crocheters is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and move forward with intention.
In this episode, we talk about awareness, creativity, and why you are not behind. Whether crochet is your hobby, your business, or something in between, this conversation will help you reconnect with what matters most and choose a focused path forward without overwhelm.
In this episode, you’ll explore:
● Why awareness always comes before change
● How to release pressure and unrealistic New Year goals
● A gentle reflection on your crochet life over the past year
● How the 12 Week Year framework helps creatives stay focused without burnout
● Choosing one meaningful twelve week intention instead of planning an entire year
● Expanding your awareness and allowing yourself to imagine what is possible
This episode is a calming reset for creative women, crocheters, and moms who want growth that feels aligned, peaceful, and sustainable.
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For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!
🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠
🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠
🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠
🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠