With the continuance of dark and gloomy days here in Amsterdam, I felt compelled to bring a little color into the world! I give you, the Pippa Crochet Tote! She’s bright, she’s pink, she’s ready for a boozy brunch! She’s not big enough to hold your bottle of bubbly but she will look cute keeping […]
The Cozy Cuddle Throw is my first crochet blanket and I love how it turned out. Not only is it the first crochet blanket I’ve ever made, it’s also the first one I’ve ever designed. It took a very long time to finish, several months to be exact, which is unusual for me. I’m a […]
Well, here we are. Another year behind us, another one in front of us. Happy New Year, friends! I feel like it’s ok to keep saying that through the end of January. For a month that is basically the Monday of all the months, wishing someone a Happy New Year makes it feel at least […]
Moving to Amsterdam has made me much more of a “Fall person.” Not that I disliked the Fall season before but I’ve never had the chance to live somewhere where you can truly experience leaves changing color, temperatures dropping, and the actual need for a jacket in October. I am loving the Fall season here […]
Hi crochet friends! I’m really happy to announce that I’m partnering with Hobbii as a Hobbii Plus Creator! If you’ve followed me for some time then you know I started crocheting a couple of years ago and am now designing my own crochet patterns for wearables and home decor. I recently partnered with Hobbii on […]
On our recent trip to Mykonos, I came across a selection of brightly colored neon crochet bags with chunky chain straps. I loved them immediately and felt inspired to try and recreate the look. A few weeks and attempts later, I present to you the Bella Bubble Bag! My interpretation is a more neutral take […]
Is it the sequel to the summer of love? Perhaps it’s just my summer of loving crochet bags. Either way, I have another crochet bag pattern for you – the Hendrix Hobo! This crochet pattern is available for free in this post. Scroll down to download! Watch my reel of the Hendrix Hobo Bag here! […]
It’s summer in the city and it calls for a great bag. After releasing my Riviera Collection, I decided to add a couple bonus free crochet patterns for summer and this is the first one! It’s my favorite time of year here in Amsterdam. The sun is out again, the temperatures are warmer, and the […]
Introducing: The Riviera Collection! It’s here! My first crochet pattern collection I designed launches today with five crochet patterns inspired by the Côte d’Azur! You may recall I released a sneak peek of the Tote d’Azur a while ago, and while you can also find the pattern for it on that post, all of the […]
Hello Spring, is that you? We’ve had an unseasonably chilly April in Amsterdam. It was reported that it’s the first time The Netherlands hasn’t had an official warm day before the month of May in over twenty-five years! We are still wearing our winter coats, but over the weekend we saw a glimpse of spring […]
I finished this crochet henley just in time for our next trip! We head to Villefranche-sur-Mer this week, and although I’d rather it be just a little warmer, it’s going to be absolutely great. When is the French Riviera ever a bad idea? These nautical stripes are perfect for our little Mediterranean holiday! Watch my […]
I began this year with a goal of designing my own crochet pieces and today I’m thrilled to unveil my first crochet design, the Tote d’Azur! This is the first crochet design in my Riviera Collection, launching May 2023. It will comprise 6 crochet pieces named after and inspired by the Côte d’Azur! The full […]
It’s all in the details with this classic neutral crochet sweater! What first drew me to this design were the details along the neckline. The combination of puff stitches and cable stitches really elevate an otherwise basic neutral sweater. And while I love a good basic, I love an elevated basic (a term you’ve probably […]
Happy New Year! People still say that through the end of January, right? I hope that you had a great holiday season and your new year is off to a good start! I know I savored a lot of down time with family and friends, but now that we’re back in Amsterdam, I am enjoying […]
They say the days are long but the years are short, and nothing could be further from the truth this time of year. How is it possible that Christmas is less than 12 days away? I have really enjoyed this holiday season. I feel like I’ve done the most to embrace every minute and really […]
I’m finally sharing this boho crochet cardigan just in time for a cozy weekend! This project took a bit longer than I expected but I loved how it turned out. It’s another beautiful pattern designed by Alexi at Two of Wands, and if you’re looking for a relaxing project to get you through the holiday […]
My latest crochet project is what I’m calling the market essentials crochet tote. Its actual name is the Bermuda tote, but since I made my version using a winter color palette, it didn’t seem right to keep such a tropical moniker. So what should I call my version? The suggestion box is open! This tote […]
Friday is by far my favorite day of the week. It always has been, even before moving to Amsterdam. There’s just something about knowing that you have an entire weekend ahead of you that really sets the mood for the day. My morning coffee tastes better, my mood is lighter, the city seems more alive […]
September arrived and Fall was riding its coattails all the way. It is so unusual to be wearing seasonally appropriate clothing right now. For many of you, the Fall season is a no brainer for things like chunky knits, spiced cider, and apple picking. I am a child of Texas, however, so idyllic scenes of […]
I’ve always been a fan of olive green. Whether it’s gracing my sleeve or floating in my martini stuffed with blue cheese. In today’s post, I’m delving into the former – this soft and cozy olive green crocheted sweater. Perfect for date night and a whole flight of martinis, this project came to life quickly […]