Classes at Downtown Knits!

August 3, 2017

Want to take an in person class with me? Now's the time! I'll be teaching 3 classes at Downtown Knits in Apex, NC next month! Sign up quick...because there are limited spots (only 6)!! Crochet Sock Bootcamp https://www.downtownknits.com/collections/classes/products/crochet-sock-bootcamp Two at a Time Cuff Down Socks https://www.downtownknits.com/collections/classes/products/two-at-a-time-cuff-down-socks Beginner Baby Sweater https://www.downtownknits.com/collections/classes/products/beginner-baby-sweater Head … Continue reading Classes at Downtown Knits!

Cottage Breeze Cardi

July 7, 2017July 7, 20171 Comment

Cottage Breeze is **the** cardi for summer. Light, breezy, open filet fabric, and easy construction all come together to create a fun and quick to stitch cardi. Seriously. Quick. The sample took me all of a night to make. You'll need two skeins of Lion Brand Scarfie for the gradient 'faded' look BUT you can … Continue reading Cottage Breeze Cardi

You have enough hats.

June 30, 2017June 28, 2017

A hat is easy to crochet and, most likely, was the first thing you attempted after you learn to crochet. After 1...2...4...8... Move on. I might be a bit controversial but hear me out. Crochet is amazing. There are literally thousands of things you can make. If you just challenge yourself. For years I only … Continue reading You have enough hats.

My Most Popular Crochet Pattern!

June 23, 2017June 18, 2017

This week I thought it would be fun to take a look at my crochet patterns and see which is the most popular. I have a lot of crochet patterns, so I wanted to narrow it down. Of course, I chose socks. What else is there? So...what's my most popular crochet pattern? Candied Crossbones These … Continue reading My Most Popular Crochet Pattern!

The Ultimate Sock Crocheting Kit

June 21, 2017June 18, 2017

If sock crocheting is your passion that you definitely need an Ultimate Sock Crocheting Kit, filled with all the best tools of the trade. From different size hooks (to make sure you always reach gauge) to clever tools, groundbreaking books, and a bag to keep everything in one place, below you'll find everything you need … Continue reading The Ultimate Sock Crocheting Kit

It’s Time for a Change…

June 19, 2017June 18, 20171 Comment

Last week I decided that it was time for a change. Nothing drastic but a change nonetheless. What was that change? Well, I wanted to finally get to re-editing all my patterns and putting them in my new fancy layout. Which everyone seems to really love. You see, when I was a fresh designer on … Continue reading It’s Time for a Change…

It’s All About the Yarn, Darlin…

June 12, 2017June 12, 2017

Last Friday I had the wonderful opportunity to join my friend, and fellow crochet designer, Salena Baca, to chat all about Step Into Crochet. I just wanted to share that video with y'all here! https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsalena.baca%2Fvideos%2F1695458290468872%2F&width=500 It was so much to hang with Salena for awhile and gush about my love of crochet socks and yarn … Continue reading It’s All About the Yarn, Darlin…

Who wants a copy of my book?

June 9, 2017June 9, 201722 Comments

Hey Crocheters, First, we made it through the week. Let's all celebrate that! Oh, and don't forget you can download my two newest free patterns the Sunday Stole and the Puff Stitch Gradient Cowl! Now is the time to get started on all that Christmas knitting, and free patterns make it easier! Anyways, today I … Continue reading Who wants a copy of my book?

Free Crochet Pattern – Sunday Stole

June 2, 2017June 2, 20171 Comment

Growing up Sunday was the day all the women of my church would dress up. From shawls to hats to dresses, it was a concert of modesty. This shawl is an ode to those women, each of them unique in their own way, each holding a place in my heart. Sunday's were also about my Nana … Continue reading Free Crochet Pattern – Sunday Stole

Gradient Puff Stitch Cowl

May 30, 2017May 30, 2017

I love crochet and lately I've been obsessed with working with those gradient yarns, you know the ones. They're being made by just about every yarn company out there from indie dyers to big box companies. A few months ago...well...more than a few months ago Premier Yarns (my FAV yarn company) contacted me and asked … Continue reading Gradient Puff Stitch Cowl

No Needle Knits – Our First Episode

April 26, 2017April 26, 2017

I'm SO happy to announce my new podcast...No Needle Knits! Some links mentioned in the video: Leather Bag: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CoastalHillbilly Premier Yarns Wool Free Lace: https://www.premieryarns.com/products/pwlfrlace Red Heart Yarns Heart & Sole: http://www.redheart.com/yarn/heart-sole-0 Craft Habit Raleigh: https://crafthabitraleigh.com Premier Yarns Deborah Norville Everyday Soft Worsted: https://www.premieryarns.com/products/dneswsp Premier Yarns Mega Tweed: https://www.premieryarns.com/collections/6-super-bulky/products/pmegatweed Premier Yarns Serenity Chunky: https://www.premieryarns.com/collections/deborah-norville-collection/products/dnscnkysp Wool Ease Thick and Quick: http://www.lionbrand.com/wool-ease-thick-and-quick-yarn.html What Ever Happened … Continue reading No Needle Knits – Our First Episode

It’s Nearly Time: A Springtime Crochet Along is Here!

April 24, 2017

It's Spring! And with spring means it is CAL time. Right? Is that how that all works? For me spring always puts me in the mood to crochet something fresh and new. Something quick to crochet, since spring is the season of instant gratification and constantly shifting weather patterns. The perfect pattern for such a … Continue reading It’s Nearly Time: A Springtime Crochet Along is Here!

Different Colors and Some Tips for an Adirondeck Cardigan

April 17, 2017April 17, 2017

I thought I'd share with you some of my favorite colors you can use while making my new tunisian crochet pattern, Adirondeck, that I actually think would work really well. If you missed last week's post, you can read more about this great summer cardi there. The sample is (shown above and below) is show … Continue reading Different Colors and Some Tips for an Adirondeck Cardigan

Adirondeck Cardi: New Tunisian Crochet Pattern Release

April 14, 2017April 17, 20171 Comment

I'm so happy to share that I've just released my latest Tunisian Knitting pattern, Adirondeck. You can purchase Adirondeck on Ravelry, or keep reading for more links at the end of this post. If you are a sucker for a cropped cardi like I am, I hope you'll fall in love with Adirondeck. Adirondeck is a … Continue reading Adirondeck Cardi: New Tunisian Crochet Pattern Release

Get Your Tunisian Hooks Ready for My Next Pattern (Perfect for Spring/Summer)

April 10, 2017April 10, 20172 Comments

Hi y'all! I'm just about ready to release my latest tunisian crochet pattern, a fun cropped cardigan! I think y'all are going to love it! Amiright? Look at that lacey knit-like goodness! Tunisian crochet lace is no small eat, usually involving rows and rows of charts and extra loops here and there. However, this pattern … Continue reading Get Your Tunisian Hooks Ready for My Next Pattern (Perfect for Spring/Summer)

Premier Yarns Sweet Roll…Sweet Deal!

February 18, 2017

Hey Y'all! So, a few months ago you may remember that I designed a whole slew of patterns celebrating the launch of Premier Yarns Sweet Roll! It is still on of my favorite color changing yarns. The endless possibilities make designing a fun and challenging endeavor. Furthermore, all those colors make crocheting a simple hat … Continue reading Premier Yarns Sweet Roll…Sweet Deal!

Black Friday Has Come Early!!

November 17, 2016February 13, 2017

Sometimes...well...I get a bit excited. For some odd reason I thought TODAY WAS THANKSGIVING. I blame the lack of a calendar in my house. Que sera sera. I've decided to start our Black Friday sale early! So...starting Today, November 17th and running through next Friday November 26th, all the patterns in my shop are available … Continue reading Black Friday Has Come Early!!

A Cowl for the Candy Lovers!

October 28, 2016February 13, 20171 Comment

$2 Pattern Price is only good for the first 100 people! Get them while they're here...chances are by the end of the day, they will be gone! This cowl, inspired by the golden leaves of fall, is an homage to my love for that strange confection...that's right boys and girls...candy corn. What is more iconic … Continue reading A Cowl for the Candy Lovers!

SWEET ROLLS! And a Free Pattern (Or Two)

October 24, 2016February 13, 20171 Comment

Who's ready for a free pattern...OR TWO! Premier Yarns and I worked together to design a few patterns using my FAV new yarn of the fall, Sweet Rolls! Sweet Rolls combine 3 different, but complimentary colors in each ball! The yarn is designed to create wide stripes in a regular repeat (meaning it is not a … Continue reading SWEET ROLLS! And a Free Pattern (Or Two)

Echeveria and Crimson

October 18, 2016

As part of my recent Aster collection, Echeveria and Crimson Brocade, are perfect additions to an already spectacular line up of shawls. You can purchase them here for just $5 each OR purchase the entire collection for only $10! Both of these shawls are worked from the center out beginning with only a few … Continue reading Echeveria and Crimson

Aster, the new collection!

September 22, 2016February 13, 20171 Comment

The entire collection can be purchased for just $10 on ravelry, a savings of $10 or 50%! That price will only last for a week, however. After that it will return to full retail at $20. You will not see a price like this again this year, I can almost guarantee it. So, head to … Continue reading Aster, the new collection!

Sneak Peek…

September 1, 2016August 29, 2016

I've been planning on releasing some actual products for awhile and wanted to give you a sneak peek at what will become my Signature Beanie. A kinda slouchy, kinda fitted, puffy, chunky, soft, unisex hat that I will personally make for you this fall/winter. Make sure to subscribe to the blog to keep up to … Continue reading Sneak Peek…

Don’t forget!

September 1, 2016August 29, 2016

We still have a sale happening! Head on over to Ravelry Here and get your pattern (or patterns...or books...or whatevers) for 50% of the retail price! For real! The sale will be going until tomorrow night at midnight so you have plenty of time to stock up on patterns! This will be the last sale … Continue reading Don’t forget!

The Case for Crochet…

August 31, 2016August 29, 2016

Today...another poem... Crochet. You're Knots. Get it? Have a great day y'all! -R

Sale…Sale…Sale!

August 29, 2016August 29, 2016

Today we're having a 50% off sale to celebrate the end of summer! Am I too soon? Probably BUT head over to my Ravelry shop and get every pattern your heart desires for 50% off the retail price until the end of day on Friday! Happy Shopping! Rohn

Sheep…A Poem

August 25, 2016August 22, 2016

Oh, Hello there. How are you? Warm? I bet. Look at you! Your sweater... It's gorgeous. Can I have it? Thanks!

On Writing A Book

August 24, 2016August 24, 2016

When I sat down to write the first words of my new book, I went blank. As blank as blank can get. The page looked at me with monstrous intentions. It taunted me. Mocked me. For a week it stared at me, daring me to put one word on the page. Knowing that one word … Continue reading On Writing A Book

Crochet is Weird!

August 23, 2016August 22, 2016

Crochet is weird. There I said it. It really is weird though. Think about it. We stack little knots on top of each other to make something out of string. We use a stick and a bit of string to make something beautiful. Sometimes strange but all the same, beautiful. I often wonder what I … Continue reading Crochet is Weird!

A Year In Review-ish

August 22, 2016February 13, 2017

This year has been something of a roller coaster. From losing my mother in law this time last year, to gaining an extra mouth to feed, filming a craftsy class, writing a book, and designing full time...I think I am just now seeing the trees through the forest. Is that how the saying goes? Anyways, … Continue reading A Year In Review-ish

Socks…every which way but loose!

August 18, 2016August 18, 2016

Most, if not all, of you know that I am a bit obsessed with Crochet Socks. It's not my fault, really. I am a crochet sock evangelist. It is in my blood. These past two weeks I started a few college classes and I fell everyone about crochet socks. Everyone. I think I might become known … Continue reading Socks…every which way but loose!

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