August 16, 2024 3 min read
Hi, it's Christa at The Secret Yarnery. Welcome to Episode 162 of our crochet podcast! Can you believe it? Sometimes, it feels like just another number. But other times, I'm amazed that we've reached 162 episodes! Thank you so much to everyone who has been with me on this journey. If you're new here, hello and welcome! My name is Christa, and this is the Secret Yarnery channel. We focus on crochet, yarn, color, crochet inspiration, motivation, and a great sense of community. Leave a comment under the video so we can get to know you.
A big thank you to CathyB for the cup of coffee! If you want a shout-out in an upcoming video, consider buying me a coffee. So much has happened, yet so much remains the same. We're still going to the gym. The boys are making great progress, and I can sleep any which way I want. If you've been watching for a while, you know about my neck issues. After trying various treatments, I discovered that I needed to build up my muscles. Walking wasn't enough. Resistance training was the key.
My husband, who has been on medication for diabetes and high blood pressure, also started going to the gym. He got woozy initially but is doing much better now. Our daughter, TAA, is working at a bookshop for her work experience. She wants to be an author, so this is perfect for her. She enjoys it, and I think it's great that she's gaining some independence.
Let's talk about finished objects! First up is the Luscious Lettuce Berry Shawl. It's gorgeous and has a tutorial for both right and left-handed crocheters. The shawl is so cute and stays on your shoulders with a little button. I've worn it out twice already. There is also a written pattern on sale for 50% off with the coupon in the newsletter.
Next, I made a pair of new slippers. My last pair had a magic ring that opened up, so I found a new solution. These slippers are thick, squishy, and cozy. They match my dress perfectly and feel amazing. I'm still working on my C2C squares and my yarn holder review. However, I can't find one of my yarn spinners. It's quite frustrating, but I'll figure it out.
I've been pondering the idea of offering crochet courses. Instead of just tutorials, these would be more immersive experiences with printables and checklists. I'm considering doing a master class on borders. What do you think about that? I'd love to hear your opinions in the comments.
I also watched a video by Olga Pava, a fellow crochet YouTuber. She talked about the challenges of making videos and how it's becoming less financially viable. Her points resonated with me. I'm not quitting YouTube, but I need to find other income streams to support my family. Maybe courses could be a solution.
That's all for today in the yarnery. I hope you have a great day. If you have any suggestions, comments, or ideas for videos, let me know in the comments. I'll see you in the next video. Stay hooked, and thanks again for the cup of coffee! If you want a shout-out, consider buying me a coffee.
Have you ever lost a yarn spinner? It's not a small thing, and I can't figure out where mine went. If you have any tips or similar experiences, please share. Stay hooked!
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November 17, 2024 3 min read
In Episode 160 of the Crochet Podcast, we dive deep into the world of crochet with tutorials on creating perfect granny squares and a preview of an upcoming C2C (Corner-to-Corner) Masterclass. Discover the magic of yarn holder spinners to keep your projects tidy and meet some of my charming pets in a delightful yard tour. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned enthusiast, there's plenty of crochet goodness to keep you inspired and hooked!
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Everything I need in one place to be creative and I can photocopy extras of the pages I use most to customise my planning. I use it as my main diary, even for work and upcoming events. It inspires me to focus on my creative pursuits too. Love it!
Love this item going to put little gifts in it on the tree ,just tying in tails.
I am really impressed with the quality of this written pattern as well as the video tutorial. Both are clear and detailed. I am not done with my striped cardigan yet, but it's coming together nicely (though I'm not so sure about my choice to use up yarn I already have with individual stripes!)... so many tails to sew in!! My advice would be to buy self-striping yarn like she does in the video.
Easy to follow pattern! Super base for the rectangle or other larger projects.
Keep the tutorials coming and with written and visual instructions to follow along so beginners can learn. Thank you for your help.
I think there is a mistake in the written pattern. It says to do a half double crochet twice, when it is only supposed to be once
Thank you to the Secret Yarnery for this pattern! Can't go wrong with this one, it really is easy and fast to make - I'm on my 2nd one already and plan to do more! You really don't need to look any further if you're looking to make a scarf - you will not be disappointed. In fact, you'll have fun making it (I did!) Happy crocheting!
Thank you for writing a pattern that is amazingly easy to follow and help me produce a stunning piece!!
Wow! I can't believe I made this beautiful toran. Well, yes I can since I followed this easy pattern! Again, wow! How fun was this to make! Super-duper easy to make and you can be as creative as you like by choosing colours, placement of colours to form pattern(s), number of leaves, etc. so it truly can be personalized for any occasion! Love the Secret Yarnery patterns and tutorials - thank you so much for your time, efforts, and for sharing your talent with the rest of us in the world!
The best pattern & tutorial I have ever come across. Loved how you used the needle to clearly point out where the stitch was to go. Have made 3 hats already. Many more on my to do list. Thanks so much
The yarn world is vast & has several yarn naming & grading systems. This chart really helps to get the right weight of yarn, size of needle, gauge & yardage/meterage when using patterns or yarns from other countries. And it covers both knit & crochet. Thank you for putting together this very useful tool, Secret Yarnery.
I love this pattern. Very easy to follow and fun to make.
Glad I found this pattern. I love it.
It was very easy to do. I have already made 4