just a simple guy who loves crochet and knitting
The wait is over and we are going to kick off this mini-CAL today by introducing the guide to this CAL. A PDF file available in several languages to help you prepare before we start this CAL on October 4th 2020. In this introduction guide you will find all information about things like material use,... Lees verder →
There is something I need to write down before we continue with the Dia de los Muertos CAL. It seems every time I try to host something, some people need to find the urge to start discussions or negative feed with whatever reason they can think off. And it bothers me very much ! So... Lees verder →
It has been already four months ago since I wrote a blog post. Something I often did as I really like writing down some stuff once in a while as it is always a good thing to ventilate your thoughts and feelings by writing them down. But I decided I really needed a break from... Lees verder →
It is time to release my last pattern for now. And it even is a bit sooner then expected. Sometimes private matters take you up to make decisions which suits you best. I was planning on releasing this pattern on my birthday which is May 14th, however as a new home is approaching fast it... Lees verder →
It is time to announce a very special pattern. The theme for the pattern was on my mind for a long time. From the moment I visited Japan in 2017 and discovered the meaning of origami cranes and learned about the story of Sadako Sasaki and her memorial place in Hiroshima, it touched my soul.... Lees verder →
The Kyoto wrap...a free pattern which I proudly present. The pattern is a large wrap made with Scheepjes Whirl Fine Art and Scheepjes Merino Soft. The lace part of this pattern holds little fans which are inspired on the traditional fan dances performed by geisha's in Kyoto - Japan. If you have ever seen such... Lees verder →
Well, that's what they say right ? ..save the best for last ? Last weekend I made the announcement that I will quit designing. It is a decision I have thought a lot of last weeks and due the many events happened, the overflow of comments, peoples opinions and the feeling I can't come out... Lees verder →
Yes !!! The new Issue of Simply Crochet is out and guess who has a two page interview in this one ? Yup it is me ! It is such a joy to read back my words and answers I gave when this interview was taken. The back story in this interview is how I... Lees verder →
Last week I received this amazing new book in the mail and I was so thrilled to review it...but I wanted to make something out of it as well to have a clear opinion and to show off what you can do with this book. So to start off, the designer of these amazing dolls... Lees verder →
The kick off for the Spice Market Crochet-a-long. In this post you will find all the details about Materials and Tips and Tricks which you need for joining in this event.
