Some years ago, in a scorching summer (for Dutch conditions), I created the Soul of the Sea Shawl. A pattern inspired by the deep and dark blue sea. I always had a connection to the sea; wherever I am on this planet, and there is a sea or ocean nearby, I have to see it.... Lees verder →
I was working on a new cable pattern crochet pattern these last weeks until my health was messing up my plans. As I had a lot of pain in my back and neck for a while now, I went to medical research, and they found at least two hernias. So, that explained a lot of... Lees verder →
Yesterday I hooked up with some friends I’ve met through our crochet hobby. The appointment to meet each other was already there for a long time, but due to personal reasons, it didn’t happen till last weekend! They told me they still had a nice present for me which they would like to give me... Lees verder →
When I was away these last days, I thought a lot. Unfortunately, something happened in our beautiful world that no one had ever felt this generation would have to face - another war has started. You may think we would have learned from the past ages and wars that this only causes pain, loss, and... Lees verder →
Finally, I can reveal a big secret...and a new pattern! I have been working on this for the past six months together with Tineke Tap. One of the largest projects I ever made and I can finally introduce it: meet Seaside Serendipity. It has become the next big project after my Spice Market pattern -... Lees verder →
When December is arriving, my hands are getting restless as I feel to create something new for the upcoming holiday season. And this year, it is once again a new pattern! Meet the Winter Wonder Baubles, a lovely crocheted bauble with a snowflake motif. I really love the tradition of creating something new for the... Lees verder →
And another new pattern is up and running! Meet Apollo's Acknowledgment! A lovely design with a lot of texture and stunning gradient color changes. And perfect for many ways of use as it can be a wall hanging, a rug - or take the center part out of it and create a lovely cushion. The... Lees verder →
Finally, I have found some time to show and share some new work! And a free pattern this time! Meet the Code of the Rainbow, which is all based on color, as you obviously can see! So let me first tell you some more about the inspiration and idea behind the pattern. Sometimes a crocheter... Lees verder →
Time for a new pattern - cause Odin is here! Odin is a large square with crocheted cables, which are combined to create a cushion cover. However, the square could easily be used to create a large blanket as well. Although cable work is mainly seen in knitting, I love how you can make the... Lees verder →
“My soul is painted like the wings of butterflies.” One of the greatest artists once sang this lyric, and the phase has been with me for a long time now. It says so much on a personal level - but even more about the butterfly itself as this little creature of nature is so fascinating... Lees verder →
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