Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast

A couple of years ago, I found myself wrestling with a question that carried more weight than I expected: If I reached the point where my crochet business could fully support my family, would that be selfish? I have always held jobs that felt like they had a "tangible" contribution to society. That sense of purpose is deeply fulfilling, and I never wanted to lose it. Doubt began to creep...

Not sure what to charge for your crochet plushies or amigurumi? In this episode, I’m sharing the pricing framework I’ve developed after years of selling handmade crochet at markets and online. I talk about how I use size as a starting point, then adjust for complexity, skill level, materials, finishing work and overall value. I also share real examples from my own business, including why I price 5...

Simply Hooked is growing in a new direction — and I’m excited to finally share what that means. In this episode, I’m talking about the transition of the Simply Hooked Crochet Corner community into Hooked on Growth , a community created specifically for crochet business owners, pattern designers, Etsy sellers, craft market vendors and anyone who wants to turn their crochet into income. We’ll be dig...

Crochet is making headlines around the world! In this first edition of Handmade in the Headlines , we’re looking at some of the most interesting, inspiring and unexpected crochet and handmade stories in the news. We’ll talk about nearly 48,000 crocheted flags stretching for miles in India, a community crochet project bringing generations together in Las Vegas, teenage boys crocheting for a cause i...

What really takes a crochet business from zero sales to thousands? The answer isn’t one Etsy trick, one viral product, or one marketing strategy. It’s years of learning, testing, improving, and continuing to show up. In this episode, I’m sharing why entrepreneurship is a marathon, what four years of seriously growing my crochet business has taught me, and why I believe God may be preparing us for...

Your crochet pattern may not be the problem. The way you are presenting it could be. In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I’m sharing how improving my crochet pattern listing images helped increase my add-to-cart rate and changed the way I think about selling digital products online. We’ll talk about why attractive finished-project photos are not enough, which customer questions yo...

What can happen when you pick up a crochet hook simply because you are curious and allow that creativity to lead the way? In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I sit down with Louie, the creator behind Louie’s Loops and Club Crochet, to talk about turning an unexpected high school hobby into a thriving crochet business, creative career, and worldwide community. Louie began crochetin...

What if the small efforts you make every day are building something far greater than you can see right now? In this encouraging episode we explore the power of compound effort and how consistent, intentional action can lead to meaningful business growth, personal development, and long-term success. This episode is a reminder that major accomplishments are often created through ordinary days of ste...

Give your crochet plushies more personality with 20 easy amigurumi accessory ideas! From hats, scarves and backpacks to tiny food, seasonal props and removable outfits, these creative additions can help you use leftover yarn, personalize handmade gifts and make your plushies stand out at craft markets. For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hooked on Gr...

Have you ever looked around and felt like every other maker, crochet designer, or creative business owner is growing faster than you? Maybe they are releasing new patterns, posting consistently, launching collections, and showing up online while you feel like you can barely keep up with real life. In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast , I’m sharing a personal mindset reset after taki...

If Mother’s Day snuck up on you this year, don't worry, you aren't alone. In this episode of Simply Hooked, I’m sharing nine of my favorite last-minute crochet gift ideas that are quick to make but still feel incredibly meaningful. From practical self-care items to beautiful handmade accessories, these are projects you can realistically finish in an hour or two.  Enjoy links to patterns me...

Have you ever looked at a gorgeous, speckled skein and wondered how it’s actually made? I’m going down a rabbit hole to explore the chemistry and creativity behind indie-dyed yarn. In this episode, I break down the basics of yarn dyeing for beginners, including: Fiber Types: Why wool and animal fibers take dye differently than cotton or acrylic. Dyeing Techniques: The difference between immersion...

In this episode, I’m sharing a mindset shift that honestly stopped me in my tracks: “God feeds the birds, but He doesn’t drop the worms in their nests.” It challenged me to think about where I’ve been waiting instead of moving, and I have a feeling I’m not the only one. If you’ve been feeling stuck in your crochet business or creative journey, this episode is for you. I’m talking about the differe...

Friends, spring is just around the corner! I’m finally seeing those first green blades of grass peeking through the yard, and I cannot wait for those perfect 75-degree days. For us crocheters, this is a huge season. You likely haven't done a market since the Christmas rush, and you’ve spent the last three months experimenting with new stitches, but now, it’s time to get down to business. I kno...

In this episode, we’re diving into the critical mindset shift every handmade business owner needs to make to see consistent growth. If you’ve spent months "hoping" for sales or waiting for the algorithm to finally favor your Etsy shop, it’s time to take back control. We discuss why deciding to grow is the essential first step toward scaling your brand and moving beyond the "hope and...

I started this crochet podcast with nothing more than an idea and the courage to press record. One year and 69 episodes later, I’m reflecting on how what began as a simple experiment to connect with the crochet community became something much bigger. Along the way, the podcast turned into a place where I could share the real journey of building a handmade business while raising a family, the messy...

Does the "backend" of your website feel like a foreign language? You aren't alone. For years, I avoided the technical side of my crochet business because I thought I needed a computer science degree (or a massive budget) to understand it. I was wrong. In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the most powerful, free tool in your business arsenal: SEO (Search Engine Optimi...

Are you ready to scale your crochet business and step into your CEO era? In this episode of Simply Hooked , I’m sharing the exact Shopify apps and automation tools that power my multi-six-figure handmade business. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by manual tasks, stuck on Etsy , or dreaming of turning your crochet patterns and kits into real passive income, this episode is your complete Shopify tech...

"What a privilege to be tired from work you once begged the universe for." When I first heard those words, I burst into tears. If you are a crochet business owner , a mom of little ones, or a creative entrepreneur juggling a full-time career on top of your dreams, I know you feel this in your bones. In this episode, I’m getting vulnerable about the "Founder’s Prayer" (reference...

Ever looked at a ball of yarn and wondered how it actually happened? It seems like such a simple thing, but the journey from a sheep’s back (or a scientist’s lab!) to your crochet hook is kind of mind-blowing. In this episode of Simply Hooked , I’m taking you behind the scenes of the fiber world. We’re digging into the "glow-up" process of natural fibers—from the shearing and scouring of raw wool...

What if your thoughts were the "pattern" for your entire life? In this episode of Threads of Wisdom , we explore Earl Nightingale’s transformative concept from The Strangest Secret : "We become what we think about." Discover how to weed out "mental knots" and plant the seeds for a life you love. For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new b...

Can a marriage survive a 5:30 AM market-day pack-out and a house full of amigurumi? In this special episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast , I’m sitting down with my favorite guest—my husband! He’s seen the entire evolution of my journey from the very first stitch I made in 2012 to the creative business I run today. We’re pulling back the curtain on what it’s really like to live with a full-t...

If you feel stuck in the "daily grind," this episode is for you. We explore why many creative entrepreneurs self-sabotage just as they start to see success. Using the framework from The Big Leap , we break down how to stop doing the tasks that drain you and start focusing on the work that actually moves the needle for your shop. Identify your Zone of Genius: The secret to scaling without...

Have you ever opened a crochet pattern, taken one look at all the abbreviations, brackets, parentheses, and numbers, and immediately felt overwhelmed? You are not alone. In this episode, we’re breaking down how to read crochet patterns for beginners and explaining why crochet patterns look so complicated in the first place . If you’ve ever wondered what stitches like sc, inc, dec, ch, sts , or ins...

Does standing in the yarn aisle feel a bit like trying to read a foreign language? You’re not alone! In this episode, we’re cracking the code on those cryptic yarn label symbols so you can choose your next skein with total confidence. I’ll break down the critical difference between yarn weight and skein weight, explain why yardage matters more than the number of balls, and demystify dye lots and f...