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Things I’d Crochet for Ganesh Chaturthi This Year
There is something about decorating the house for Ganesh Chaturthi that makes even a small corner feel special. I don’t think every decoration needs to be elaborate. In fact, some of my favourite festive touches […]
New Yarns of 2026: The Launches Worth Knowing About
I’ll be honest, most “new yarns of 2026” roundups you’ll find online are really just “new colours of 2026” roundups with better lighting. A gorgeous shade, a clever name, a photo that makes the skein […]
How to Stop Crochet From Stretching Out of Shape: 10 Simple Fixes That Actually Work
There is something slightly heartbreaking about finishing a crochet project, admiring your neat stitches, and then discovering a few days later that it has somehow… changed shape. Your square is now a rectangle. Your basket […]
Crochet for Beginners: Back-to-School Series – Easy Projects You’ll Actually Use
Starting a new school year always feels a little like pressing the reset button. New notebooks, fresh stationery, sharpened pencils, a reorganised school bag—and, if you are anything like me, the sudden urge to make […]
From Makhan Matki to Crochet: 12 Krishna-Inspired Motifs You Can Actually Make
Krishna has always been one of those Indian cultural figures who brings colour, music, mischief, and warmth into everything around him. When I think of Krishna, I don’t just picture the familiar blue face or […]
Indian-Inspired Crochet Rakhi Designs: 12 Beautiful Ideas Using Traditional Colours & Motifs
Raksha Bandhan has always felt a little more special when the Rakhi is handmade. I love the idea of taking something as simple as yarn and turning it into a tiny celebration of sibling love. […]
Why Are My Crochet Edges Uneven? Easy Ways to Get Straight Edges
There’s nothing more frustrating than finishing a few rows of crochet, holding your work up proudly, and realizing one side looks like it has a mind of its own. I’ve been there. One edge slowly […]

