Meet Rambling Roots, a pattern that is made in the round. Like a seed of new life in nature planted in the ground, roots start to grow and expand throughout the earth. Most plants and trees start this way, and I find it fascinating to see. It is almost art to know how these roots... Lees verder →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Time for a new pattern, and I guess one that is already loved before I even published it. This pattern is inspired by the famous Almond Blossom painting by Vincent van Gogh. It makes me proud to create something based on one of the greatest masters which my country produced back in the days. As... Lees verder →
It is time to reveal the third pattern of the Indian Flower crochet pattern collection. As you might already have seen, the first two - which were the Indian Flower Rug and the Indian Flower Cushion - this third one is a bag. And although the pattern could be easily used as a single doily,... Lees verder →
It is time again for a new pattern. And it is the second edition in a collection of three patterns about the Indian Flower. I present to you…the Indian Flower Cushion. A lovely square pattern that holds the iconic flower center that all these three patterns will have. Inspired by the sacred Lotus flower images,... Lees verder →
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