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Crochet Along Schedule Tips for Busy Workweeks (2026)

A crochet along is fun, until it starts to feel like homework. Learn how to choose the right CAL, build a simple workday plan, and keep other WIPs going, without...

Crochet Podcast 181: Granny Blanket, Yarn Room Tour, Hearts

A finished crochet project always feels good, but this week’s win is extra satisfying: a no border granny stitch blanket that looks polished straight off the hook. In Crochet Podcast...

Best CAL Tools and Platforms for Crochet A Longs (2026)

CALs are fun, but it’s easy to fall behind when the pattern, charts, and tips are spread across blogs, PDFs, emails, and comments. This guide shows a simple CAL toolkit:...

CAL Start Dates 2026: Plan Your Crochet-Along

Crochet-alongs are more fun when you start on time and stay on pace. This guide breaks down how CAL start dates work, where designers post schedules, and what details to...

What Is a Crochet-Along (CAL)? Beginner Guide 2026

A Crochet-Along (CAL) is a fun group crochet event where everyone makes the same project at the same time. The pattern is often released in smaller parts on a schedule,...

Granny Square Blanket Pattern With a Perfect Matching Start and Finish

I used to think slightly wobbly ends were just part of a Classic Granny-Style blanket. Not anymore. This Granny Square Blanket (worked as granny stitch stripes in rows) is built...

Crochet Flower Patterns 2026: Easy Bouquets & More

Crochet flowers are having a “wear it, wash it, gift it” moment in 2026. This quick roundup breaks down the flower styles people are making right now, the color palettes...

Ergonomic Crochet Hooks for Sore Hands, 2026 Guide

Hands, wrists, or thumbs aching after crochet? A few small changes can bring fast relief. This guide shows what to buy for comfort (without guessing) and simple DIY grip fixes...

Patina Blue Color Combos That Actually Work (Crochet Podcast 180)

Patina blue looks gorgeous on its own, but pairing it with other yarn colors can feel tricky fast. In this post, I share my simple stash-first method for building Patina...

Best Crochet Ornaments for Craft Fairs 2026

Looking for the best crochet ornaments for craft fairs? These low-cost, quick makes are beginner-friendly and ideal for batching. Learn which ornament styles sell best, how to price them, and...

Year of the Granny CAL 2026: Stress-Free CAL for Scrap Yarn Squares

If you want a stress-free crochet along with zero catch-up guilt, the Year of the Granny CAL 2026 is for you. Most Sundays, I’ll share a new free pattern tutorial,...

How To Wash Crochet: Acrylic, Cotton, Wool (2026)

You can wash crochet without stretching it out, pilling it up, fading the color, or felting soft wool. This guide breaks down the safest wash and dry steps for acrylic,...

2026 Crochet Alongs Announced (Podcast 179)!

Mid-January 2026 feels like the real start of the year to me, and I’m kicking it off with Crochet Alongs that keep us motivated without making us feel rushed. In...

Crochet Stitches for Blankets: My Top 5 Simple Two-Row Repeats

When I want a blanket project that feels relaxing (not like homework), I reach for crochet stitches for blankets that I can memorize fast. Two-row repeats are my favorite because...

Top 10 Mindless Crochet Blanket Patterns You Can Make Today!

Want a crochet blanket that looks impressive but feels easy on the brain? In this roundup, I’m sharing 10 Mindless Crochet Blanket Patterns that all use a one-row repeat, so...

Top 10 Absolutely Gorgeous Crochet Blanket Patterns To Create!

Looking for crochet blanket patterns you will actually finish? This list rounds up 10 free, must-make blanket patterns for 2025, from easy 2-row repeats to relaxing in-the-round and spiral designs....

Top 36 Last Minute Crochet Gifts to Make Fast (Free Tutorials)

Looking for fast, thoughtful crochet gifts you can finish in a night? In this blog, discover 36 free crochet patterns for last minute Christmas gifts, birthdays, and more, all using...

Crochet Tension Fixes for Tight Hands, No Wrist Pain (2026)

Crochet should not hurt. These fast tension fixes help reduce tight hands and wrist pain, starting with grip resets, smoother yarn control, and small hook and setup changes that keep...

Read a Crochet Pattern in Plain English (2026 Guide)

Learn how to read a crochet pattern in plain English. This beginner-friendly guide explains common US crochet abbreviations, repeats (asterisks and “rep”), and how to understand brackets and parentheses, so...

Crochet Podcast 178: My 2026 Yarn Plans and Fresh Start

Happy 2026! I’m Christa from Secret Yarnery, and this first Crochet Podcast of the year is all about fresh starts, yarn plans, and making crochet feel fun again. I’m doing...

Best Winter Crochet Yarn 2026, Warm, Soft, Affordable

Winter crochet is only as cozy as the yarn you pick. In this guide, you’ll learn what makes yarn warm without feeling itchy, which fibers and weights work best for...

Washable Crochet Flower Bouquets: Top 10 Free Patterns 2026

Fresh flowers fade fast, but washable crochet flower bouquets stay bright all year. In this roundup, you’ll find 10 easy bouquet ideas you can make, gift, and actually clean. The...

Top 10 Crochet Projects I Made in 2025 (With Tips & Favorites)

In 2025 I finished 43 crochet projects, from blankets and hats to shawls, ponchos, and home decor. In this post I share my top 10 favorites, the problems they solved...