It is time to kick off with the first part of the Walk down memory lane project - a blanket that is built up out of different existing patterns designed by my hand over the years. This project is a crown on all the work I have done so far these past five years. If... Lees verder →
And here it is! Another free pattern which I do hope will be made many times due to the beauty it provides. The name of the pattern is the History of the Leaves, based on one of the products of nature; leaves. They come in many shapes, and colors, and are used for many purposes.... Lees verder →
Another beauty can see daylight! I am happy to announce a new mandala pattern called: Ikebana. Before I tell you the inspiration for this pattern - which is already explained in the name, let me first tell you how thankful I am for all the love I have received lately from all of you who... Lees verder →
Time for a new crochet pattern, which was already loved by many of you from the early stages I worked on. Although this pattern isn't that hard and accessible for all levels of crochet skills, it is fun. I was reading a bit about the Swedish term of "Fika," and it delivered this idea, so,... Lees verder →
It is the beginning of a new year, and I have decided to start this year with a bang. I have been working hard over the last weeks of the old year to come up with a lot of new things. In the next weeks, some new patterns will pop up in your feed one... Lees verder →
Here it is! The annual holiday pattern of 2022 from my side! Every year I try to come up with a winter-theme-inspired pattern that doesn't consume too much time and which is also for use besides the holidays. Meet this year's pattern: Ice. I took a closer look at the anatomy of a snowflake and... Lees verder →
Although I am actually in the middle of releasing books like Gallery and Crochet Journey , I think it is also okay to get back to the digital world and do some work there. As my books are beautiful and a must-have for any crocheter, I know not everyone is fortunate to get them. For... Lees verder →
I have teased you long enough on social media with glimpses and some peeks of this new, free pattern; Arabeska. So, it's time to put it out here and send it out to the world - hoping some of you might like to try it and create a fun, square blanket yourself. Before we get... Lees verder →
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 →
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