Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast

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 mentioned below!Soap SaverFace ScrubbiesFlower Jewelry TrayDaisy Flower EarringsFarmer’s Market BagPotted Plant Cozy (Yarnspirations here, BHooked here)Daisy BookmarkModern Wrap Towel HolderCozy Crochet SocksA last-minute gift doesn’t mean a meaningless one. Grab your yarn and let’s create something from the heart for the moms we love.Pre-order my new farm crochet pattern bundle here! It will be released on May 9, 2026.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

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 dyeing, hand-painting, and creating those trendy variegated and tonal looks.The Science: How acid dyes, heat, and pH levels bond color to fiber.Safety Tips: How to experiment with DIY yarn dyeing without ruining your kitchen.Whether you're a knitter, crocheter, or just a lover of fiber arts, join me as I discover how a little vinegar and heat can turn a plain skein into a work of art.Are you ready to try dyeing your own yarn, or are you just here for the beautiful colors?For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠

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 difference between trusting God’s provision and staying passive, and what it really looks like to partner faith with action.I’ll encourage you to step out of the “nest,” take messy action, and start building the business and life you’ve been dreaming about, because the opportunities are out there, and you already have what you need to go get them.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠

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 know that prepping for spring markets can feel a little overwhelming. You’re looking at your yarn stash and your calendar, wondering: What should I actually be making right now?In today’s episode, I’ve curated a list of 12 quick, easy, and strategic crochet makes designed to stop people in their tracks and turn "just looking" into a sale. From impulse-buy keychains to my favorite long-eared bunny plushies, we’re breaking down the patterns that fill your tables without burning you out.Patterns Mentioned in This Episode:Flower Power Keychains by Lavender Loop CrochetPlushie Peeps by Jessica Cooper (Crochet It Creations)Mini Easter Baskets by Jo to the World CreationsBouquet of Flowers by Cuteville ToysFlower Coasters by One Dog WoofBunny Coasters by Krista (Easy Crochet)Daisy Granny Squares by Laura (Tillie Tulip)Naztazia 5 Ways to Connect Granny SquaresEaster Eggs and Carrots by Kristi TullusFlower Frog Plushie by Allison (Wonder Crochet)Long-Eared Bunny Plushie with Carrot by Marcy GardnerThe Day-to-Day Bucket Hat by Jess (Make & Do Crew)Sunflower Mug Cozy by Marcy GardnerSIMPLY HOOKED LINKS & RESOURCESFor a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠

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 pray" method.LINKS & RESOURCES🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

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, beautiful, behind-the-scenes moments that rarely get talked about.In this episode, I’m sharing the biggest lessons I learned from a year of podcasting, including how public accountability can help you finally start, how niching down helps your content grow, why podcast titles and SEO matter, and how podcasting unexpectedly became a time capsule of this season of my life.If you’ve ever thought about starting a podcast, growing a handmade business, or sharing your voice with the creative community, this episode is your reminder to stop waiting for perfect and simply press record.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Community on Skool!⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠

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 Optimization). While social media algorithms change overnight, SEO is a long-term asset that works while you sleep, pairing eager customers with your patterns and kits 24/7.In this episode, we break down:The 5 Pillars of On-Page SEO: Learn why Meta Titles, Descriptions, Headers, Filenames, and Alt Text are the "digital signposts" that lead Google to your shop.The Secret of Indexing: Why your beautiful crochet work might be "invisible" to the world and how to fix it.Google Search Console (GSC) 101: How to use this free tool to read Google’s mind.Finding "Hidden Gems": My favorite strategy for finding keywords you’re almost ranking for and nudging them onto Page One.Stop guessing what your customers want and start using data to grow your handmade brand. It's time to stop being afraid of the tech and start building an engine for free, consistent traffic.LINKS AND RESOURCES🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

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 stack masterclass.I walk you through the 12 must-have Shopify apps for crochet designers, digital product sellers, and handmade business owners who want to automate their store, increase conversions, and grow revenue without working more hours.In this episode, you’ll learn:How I automate digital crochet pattern delivery so I can make sales while I sleepMy strategy for “magazine-style” crochet blog posts that rank on Google and convert readers into buyersWhy customer photos and crochet project reviews are the most powerful sales tool for handmade brandsHow I built trust and credibility when transitioning from Etsy to ShopifyThe Shopify tools I use to increase average order value with bundles, upsells, and pre-ordersMy exact tech stack for scaling a handmade business into a real ecommerce brandMy Simply Hooked Must-Have Shopify App Stack (Crochet Business Edition)Filemonk – Secure digital download delivery for crochet patterns and PDFsAvada SEO Suite – Automated SEO, image optimization, and Google ranking supportAvada Boost Sales – Trust badges, urgency notifications, and social proof popupsBloggle – Drag-and-drop blog builder for SEO-friendly crochet tutorials and content marketingEA Sticky Cart – Keeps the “Add to Cart” button visible to reduce friction and boost conversionsKaching Upsell – “Buy More, Save More” bundles to increase average order valuePageFly – High-converting landing pages for launches, courses, and funnelsLoox Reviews – Visual reviews with customer photos of finished crochet projectsStoq – Pre-order management for physical crochet kits and limited releasesLably – Visual badges for best-sellers, new patterns, and trending productsShopify Search & Discovery – Smart filters to help customers navigate large pattern vaultsEtsy Reviews – Import Etsy reviews to instantly build credibility on ShopifyLINKS & RESOURCES🔆Get Hank the Hippo's Kit + Storybook🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Crochet Merch⁠

"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" (referenced by Miles Adcox) and how it perfectly describes the "beautiful chaos" of my life right now. We often talk about business growth and scaling a handmade brand, but we don’t always talk about the tension of living inside an answered prayer, even when that prayer includes laundry piles, toddler arguments over spoon colors, and a never-ending to-do list.In this episode, we explore:Why exhaustion is often proof of a life built on purpose.Reframing overwhelm as a sign of the growth you once dreamed about.The reality of "outgrowing" the versions of ourselves that used to settle for less.Finding a quiet sense of gratitude in the middle of solo parenting and business deadlines.Whether you’re currently packing orders, designing your next amigurumi pattern, or just trying to survive the bedtime rush, I hope this episode reminds you that it’s okay to be tired. The weight you’re carrying is the weight of a life you once prayed for.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

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 to the rhythmic magic of carding and spinning. I even share a bit about my own (very humbling) experience with an Ashford spinning wheel a decade ago!What we’re covering today:Animal vs. Plant vs. Synthetic: The major differences between wool, cotton, and acrylic.The Cleaning Process: Why you can’t just rinse wool in the sink (unless you want a giant clump of felt).The Science of Synthetic: How petroleum-based materials become the soft amigurumi yarn we love.Plies & Twists: Why some yarns are sturdier than others and how they’re finished for the craft store shelf.Every stitch we make is the final chapter of a story that started long before the yarn hit our stash. Let’s explore that story together!The Lifetime All-Access Pattern Vault: Get every pattern I’ve ever made (and every future release!) for one single price. Hank the Hippo Signature Crochet Kit: Grab the preorder for the kit and the "Do You Know Hank the Hippo?" children’s book! 🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

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 book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

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-time crochet designer and entrepreneur. In this episode, we discuss:The Origin StoryThe Business of CrochetThe "Stash" RealityWhether you’re a fellow maker looking for tips on involving your partner in your business or you just want a good laugh about the chaos of the creative life, this episode is for you!🔆Join the Lifetime All-Access Pattern Vault: Get instant access to over 99 patterns PLUS every new pattern I release in the future.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠

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 burning out.Break Through the Ceiling: Practical tips for crochet designers to allow more success and happiness into their business. Mindset for Makers: Overcoming the fear of "The Big Leap."For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch

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 instructions like [inc, sc in 3] x8 (40) actually mean, this episode will help it all finally click.You’ll learn:● Why crochet patterns are written in shorthand● The real reason abbreviations exist (and why they’re actually helpful)● How to understand brackets, repeats, and stitch counts● What parentheses at the end of a round are really telling you● Why the notes section at the beginning of a crochet pattern matters more than you think● The difference between US vs UK crochet terms and how using the wrong one can completely change your project● A simple 3-step approach to reading any crochet pattern without feeling intimidatedWhether you’re brand new to crochet, struggling to follow amigurumi patterns, or just want to feel more confident reading written instructions, this episode will help you stop feeling stuck and start understanding crochet patterns like a pro.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling! 🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

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 fiber content. Tune in to turn that confusion into clarity and ensure your hard work results in a project you love.Yarn Weight vs. Skein Weight: We clear up the common confusion between the thickness of the strand (categories 0-7) and the physical weight of the ball.The Yardage Rule: Learn why buying based on the "number of skeins" is a mistake and how to use yardage to ensure you never run out mid-project.Decoding Dye Lots: Discover why checking this tiny number is the secret to professional-looking blankets and garments without mismatched colors.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠

The new year does not need to start with pressure or hustle. This gentle New Year reset for crocheters is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and move forward with intention.In this episode, we talk about awareness, creativity, and why you are not behind. Whether crochet is your hobby, your business, or something in between, this conversation will help you reconnect with what matters most and choose a focused path forward without overwhelm.In this episode, you’ll explore:● Why awareness always comes before change● How to release pressure and unrealistic New Year goals● A gentle reflection on your crochet life over the past year● How the 12 Week Year framework helps creatives stay focused without burnout● Choosing one meaningful twelve week intention instead of planning an entire year● Expanding your awareness and allowing yourself to imagine what is possibleThis episode is a calming reset for creative women, crocheters, and moms who want growth that feels aligned, peaceful, and sustainable.RESOURCES AND LINKSFor a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

Have you ever wondered where crochet actually came from? When you dig into the archives, you won’t find ancient Roman ruins or Egyptian tombs—instead, you’ll find one of the biggest mysteries in the fiber world.In this episode, we are taking a deep dive into the fascinating, rebellious, and survival-driven history of crochet. From the rugged origins of "Shepherd’s Knitting" in Scotland to the trenches of World War I, we explore how this craft has always shown up exactly when humanity needed it most.In this episode, we cover:The Ancient Mystery: Why crochet appears out of nowhere in the 19th century and the theories behind Shepherd’s Knitting and Tambour Embroidery.Royal Influence: The story of Queen Victoria personally crocheting scarves for soldiers during the Boer War at age 81.Crochet as Survival: How the Red Cross used crochet for WWI trench gear and how soldiers used it to cope with "shell shock" (PTSD).The Revolution: How the humble Granny Square went from a "make do and mend" necessity to a symbol of 1970s counterculture and fashion.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

Hey friends! In this episode, I want to share a story with you from a couple of weeks ago that I just can't shake. You know I’ve been working hard for a solid four years to really scale my crochet business. I’ve been moving the needle forward just a little bit every single day—it’s slow growth, but it is growth.Recently, I joined a business coaching program that has been a total game-changer (there is no way I would have learned what I know now without it!), but that doesn’t mean the doubt simply disappears.Join me as I open up about a recent "Debbie Downer" moment I had while driving home. I was letting the doubt creep in, wondering exactly when that life-changing breakthrough was finally going to happen, until I had a powerful realization at a red light that shifted my entire perspective. If you are a creative business owner waiting for your sign to keep going, this episode is for you.Connect with Me:Website: ⁠www.marcymade.co⁠Instagram: ⁠@SimplyHooked1⁠ Email: [email protected] a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠Easter Patterns in Simply Crochet Magazine⁠🔆⁠Features in Simply Crochet Magazine

We are heading into the end of the year, which means it’s time to start dreaming about your 2026 goals. If seeing your name in print or landing a major brand deal is on your vision board, this episode is your blueprint.In this "Best Of" archive episode (originally recorded when my book ⁠Crochet Snuggle Buddies⁠ launched!), I am breaking down the exact behind-the-scenes story of how I landed a book deal and international magazine covers with a single cold email.I used to think editors were unreachable. Then, I learned a "service-first" pitch strategy from entrepreneurs Susie Moore and Cathy Heller that changed everything. Instead of asking for a favor, I asked, "How can I help you meet your needs?" The result? A book contract, multiple magazine features, and a massive shift in my business trajectory.In this episode, we cover:The "Service-First" Pitch: How to write an email that editors actually want to read (and respond to!).The Mindset Shift: Why saying "I am a crochet designer" out loud was the key to unlocking my confidence.The Timeline: From a Monday night Google search in February to a book launch in March—how fast things can move when you take action.Manifesting the Cover: How I set a specific goal to get my Amigurumi designs on the ⁠front cover of a UK magazine⁠—and made it happen.Cold Email Strategy: Who to contact, what to say, and how to follow up.Whether you want to submit a pattern, write an article, or pitch a collaboration, this episode proves that you are one email away from a completely different career.Mentioned in this Episode:My Book: ⁠Crochet Snuggle Buddies⁠ Inspiration: ⁠Susie Moore⁠ & ⁠Cathy Heller⁠Connect with Me:Website: ⁠www.marcymade.co⁠Instagram: ⁠@SimplyHooked1⁠ Email: [email protected]: This episode is a replay from March 2025, but the strategy is timeless for anyone looking to make big moves in 2026!For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠Easter Patterns in Simply Crochet Magazine⁠🔆⁠Features in Simply Crochet Magazine

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to build a successful crochet business, this episode is for you. I’m sharing exactly what I would do if I had to rebuild my crochet business from scratch.After many years of owning a crochet business, I’m breaking down the 13 smartest decisions that changed everything—from choosing what to sell, using pattern testers, Pinterest and SEO, blogging for organic traffic, building an email list, running ads the right way, managing money, understanding seasonal sales, and protecting the joy of crochet.Whether you sell crochet patterns, handmade items, run an Etsy or Shopify shop, or want to build passive income with your craft, this episode will help you stop guessing and start building with clarity and confidence.This isn’t theory, it’s lived experience. Press play and start building smarter.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠⁠**⁠⁠Grab the Crochet Project Planner⁠⁠**

This Thanksgiving, take a few quiet minutes just for you. In this calming guided meditation, we slow down, reconnect with gratitude, and ground ourselves before the whirlwind of cooking, hosting, traveling, and giving begins.Whether you're a crocheter, a creative entrepreneur, a busy mom, or someone craving more peace in the middle of a full life, this meditation helps you return to center.You’ll release tension, reset your mindset, and remember the powerful truth: your life can change simply by choosing gratitude, one moment at a time.This episode blends gentle encouragement with mindset principles you love — the belief that gratitude opens doors, shifts energy, and helps you design a life full of joy, abundance, and purpose.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Free Community on Skool!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

Running out of time but still want to give handmade? 🎄 If you are looking for last-minute crochet gifts that don't take weeks to finish, this episode is your survival guide.In this episode of Simply Hooked, I’m sharing 12 fast crochet projects perfect for family, friends, teachers, and neighbors. These are beginner-friendly patterns you can often finish in a single sitting using yarn you already have!In this episode, you’ll discover:One-Hour Projects: Quick wins including ornaments and stocking stuffers.Stash Busting: How to use scrap yarn and cotton yarn to make beautiful, low-cost gifts.Gift Guides: Specific ideas for hard-to-buy-for people like teens, coworkers, and coffee lovers.Plushies & Decor: Adorable items that look impressive but work up fast.Whether you need a gift for a new driver or a thoughtful token for a teacher, these easy crochet ideas will save your holiday season without the stress. Grab your hook and let’s get gifting!PATTERN LINKSFacial PadsMug CoziesEar WarmerBookmarksSmall BasketBubble PlushiesPencilEarbud CasesSwinging Duck Mirror HangerFor a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠**⁠Grab the Crochet Project Planner⁠**

Welcome to Threads of Wisdom, a bite-sized series from Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast for makers who want to grow their mindset, creativity, and handmade business.In this inspiring mini-episode, we revisit a timeless quote from Earl Nightingale — “You become what you think about.” Discover how your thoughts shape your crochet journey, influence your business success, and determine the kind of creative life you build.You’ll learn:● How your mindset directly impacts your crochet business, creativity, and motivation● Simple ways to reframe negative thoughts and boost your confidence as a maker● Why focusing on your goals and visualizing success helps you grow faster — in life and in businessThink of this as a mental reset for makers — a reminder that the same way each stitch builds a masterpiece, each thought builds your future. Tune in, realign your mindset, and start crafting a life (and business) you truly love.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

In this confidence-boosting episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, we dive deep into overcoming imposter syndrome as a crochet designer and creative entrepreneur. If you’ve ever questioned your talent, compared yourself to other designers, or wondered why anyone would choose your crochet patterns, this episode will speak straight to your heart.I share personal stories from my own creative journey—including a moment in the frozen food aisle that completely transformed the way I view creativity, originality, and the crochet industry. You’ll walk away with practical tools, mindset shifts, and encouragement to help you step confidently into your role as a designer.Inside this episode, you’ll discover how to:✨ Rewire negative self-talk and build a stronger mindset as a crochet designer✨ Find your unique creative voice in a crowded crochet pattern market✨ Confidently grow your crochet business without comparing yourself to others✨ Understand why variety, originality, and authenticity matter in the handmade world✨ Remember that your creativity is needed—and someone is waiting for the exact patterns only you can createFor a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

Is your creative space disappearing under a mountain of yarn? If you are drowning in unfinished objects (WIPs) or struggling with yarn organization, it’s time to take control of your craft.In this episode, I’m unveiling the Simply Hooked Crochet Project Planner—a complete system I designed specifically to help fiber artists finish what they start. We aren't just talking about a notebook; we are talking about a workflow that keeps your crochet patterns and supplies organized.Inside the Planner System:Project Trackers & Logs: Never forget hook sizes or yarn lots again.Yarn Inventory Sheets: Manage your stash so you know exactly what you have.Pattern Organization: A dedicated system with alphabetized folders for printed patterns.Lifetime Value: Includes printable refills so you never run out of pages.Great for Gifting:Available in two editions (Classic or Deluxe with crochet stickers and a pen!), this planner makes one of the best gifts for crocheters this season.GRAB THE PLANNER HERE**For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

Do you have piles of unfinished crochet projects tucked away in baskets and bags? In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, we dive deep into the world of crochet WIPs (Works in Progress). Whether you’re a beginner crocheter or a seasoned maker with a growing yarn stash, you’ll learn practical tips to organize, track, and actually finish your projects—without feeling overwhelmed.I’ll walk you through my favorite WIP tracking methods, how to set realistic crochet goals, and why using a crochet project planner can transform your workflow. You’ll discover strategies for managing multiple amigurumi patterns, keeping your yarn inventory under control, and finding joy in every stitch—even when projects pile up.-- GRAB THE CROCHET PROJECT PLANNER HERE --✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:● Why crocheters accumulate so many WIPs and how to avoid “project guilt”● Simple systems for organizing crochet patterns, yarn, and tools● How to create a crochet WIP tracker or planner that actually works● Tips for staying motivated and finishing crochet projects faster● Ways to turn your unfinished WIPs into crochet gifts, donations, or items to sellIf you’ve ever felt stuck in WIP overload, this episode will help you reclaim your crochet confidence, finish more projects, and fall back in love with the craft you started for joy. For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

What happens when something you make with your own two hands ends up in one of the most iconic places in the world? In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I’m taking you back to 2014—before I ever had an Etsy shop, before I started designing crochet patterns, and before I dreamed this business would exist.This isn’t a “how-to” episode. It’s a story—a reminder that the work of your hands matters more than you realize. I share the behind-the-scenes of how my hippo landed in Times Square, the lessons it taught me about showing up, and why I even started this podcast in the first place: to leave a legacy of stories and encouragement my kids can one day listen to.✨ In this episode you’ll hear:● The true story of how my crocheted hippo was featured in Times Square● Why sharing your creativity—even in small ways—can lead to big opportunities● The importance of leaving a creative legacy for your loved ones● Encouragement to keep putting your handmade work into the worldWhether you crochet for fun, for business, or simply for yourself, I hope this story inspires you to keep creating and sharing. Because you never know when your “hippo moment” might come.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

Today, I’m joined by the lovely Emily, the creative heart behind Emily Makes Crochet. Emily has been crocheting since she was just 12 years old, and now, as a busy mom of two girls, she’s balancing family life, part-time work at a ceramic shop, and her thriving crochet business. In this conversation, Emily opens up about how crochet has brought her joy through every season of life—whether it’s during carpool lines, late-night stitches, or creating new designs that bring her community together.We talk about her journey from hobby to business, the challenges and wins of running a creative brand while raising kids, and the way her online community has supported and inspired her along the way. Emily’s story is such a reminder that creativity doesn’t have to wait for the perfect season—it can weave itself beautifully into our everyday lives.If you’re looking for encouragement to chase your creative spark (even in the middle of a busy schedule), you’ll love this conversation.✨ Check out Emily’s Daisy Pop Pattern 🌐 Visit her website 📸 Follow her on Instagram For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community🔆⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠🧶⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch🧶⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠

Did you know crochet has two different languages? 🧶 If you’ve ever been confused by a crochet pattern that doesn’t look right, chances are you’ve run into the difference between UK vs US crochet terms. In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, we unpack why crochet stitches are named differently, how this split happened, and what it means for your projects today.You’ll learn:● The fascinating history behind UK and US crochet stitch names● Why a UK double crochet is the same as a US single crochet● Crochet tips for beginners on how to read patterns confidently● How to spot which terminology your pattern uses before you startWhether you’re just learning how to crochet or you’ve been making projects for years, this episode will help you master crochet pattern reading, avoid mix-ups, and understand the story behind the stitches you love.Read this blog for a printable PDF of this abbreviation chart.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

If you’ve ever wondered how to design a crochet pattern and actually turn it into a profitable part of your crochet business, this episode is for you. I’m walking you through my complete crochet pattern design process—from the very first idea to launching the finished pattern in my shop.In this behind-the-scenes look, you’ll learn:● Crochet business tips for designing patterns that stand out in a crowded market● How to brainstorm unique crochet pattern ideas that actually sell● My step-by-step crochet design process: sketching, prototyping, testing, and formatting● Why pattern testing is essential for creating professional, beginner-friendly crochet patterns● How I photograph, write, and format patterns for platforms like Etsy, Shopify, and Ravelry● Marketing strategies for promoting your crochet patterns with social media, email, and PinterestWhether you’re dreaming of starting a crochet business, already selling patterns and looking for fresh tips, or just curious about what goes into crochet pattern design, this episode will give you the roadmap.By the end, you’ll know exactly how to:● Turn crochet ideas into polished, professional patterns● Build a crochet side hustle or full-time business with patterns that sell● Use my proven system to go from idea → pattern → launch day with confidence👉 Tune in for practical crochet business tips, pattern design strategies, and inspiration to help you grow your crochet business and share your creativity with the world.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

Hey friend, if you’ve ever felt stuck in your crochet business or handmade journey because the results aren’t coming fast enough—you’re not alone. In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I share a lesson every creative entrepreneur and handmade business owner needs to hear: belief comes before results.Here’s what you’ll take away:● How to stay motivated when your crochet patterns, handmade crafts, or online shop sales feel slow● Why consistency and mindset are more powerful than instant results for long-term growth● Encouragement for makers, crafters, and small business owners who feel like giving up when progress doesn’t show right awayIf you’re a crochet lover, handmade seller, or creative entrepreneur looking for inspiration to keep going during the slow seasons, this episode will remind you: belief is the fuel that keeps us stitching, creating, and building businesses we love.✨ Your crochet business matters. Your creativity matters. And the results will come when you lead with belief.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

Don't guess what to make for your next event—know exactly what sells. If you are prepping for Fall craft markets or Christmas holiday fairs, you need inventory that is quick to make and high in demand.In this episode, I’m sharing my top crochet business tips for stocking your booth with profitable projects. We discuss why switching to chunky chenille yarn can save you hours and increase your profit margins during the busy Q4 season.Inside this episode, we cover:Market Bestsellers: The specific hats, plushies, and accessories that fly off the shelves in Autumn and Winter.Inventory Strategy: How to build stock for Christmas markets without burning out.Booth Display Hacks: Using bundle pricing and psychological triggers to boost sales.Live Crocheting: Why working on a project at your table attracts customers.Whether you are selling at local craft fairs or stocking your Etsy shop for the holiday rush, these tips will help you prep smarter and leave your next market with empty tables.Read this blog for links to patterns mentioned in this episode!For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠⁠We Wish You a Merry Christmas by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/

Do you ever feel guilty spending time on your business? If you have ever wondered if pursuing a creative dream is selfish, this episode is for you.In this episode of Simply Hooked, I share my personal journey of questioning whether my work truly mattered. We dismantle the myth that art is "indulgent" and explore why your crochet business is actually an act of service.In this episode, we cover:The "Selfish" Myth: Why creativity is generosity, not an indulgence.Mental Health: How the rhythm of stitches supports your well-being (and makes you a better parent/person).The Ripple Effect: How your business fuels the economy and inspires other makers.Creating Legacy: Why your patterns and products are future heirlooms, not just "stuff."Your work matters more than you realize. Tune in to find out why your crochet business is worth celebrating.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

If you’ve ever felt confused about crochet hook sizes, letters, and shapes, you’re not alone! In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I break down everything beginners need to know about crochet hooks—from U.S. vs. U.K. sizing, to the difference between tapered and inline hooks, to which materials (aluminum, bamboo, plastic, or steel) make the biggest difference in your projects.In this episode, you’ll learn:● How to read crochet hook sizes in millimeters, letters, and numbers● Why millimeter sizing is the most reliable across brands● The pros and cons of tapered (Boye) vs. inline (Susan Bates) crochet hooks● How ergonomic crochet hooks help with hand pain and comfort● My recommendations for the best crochet hooks for beginners, amigurumi, and bulky yarn projectsBy the end, you’ll know exactly which crochet hook to use for your project, what features actually matter, and how to choose the one that feels best in your hands.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

Struggling with the magic ring in crochet (also called the magic circle)? You’re not alone! In this first Quick Stitches mini-episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I share beginner-friendly tips on the magic ring vs. chain start method—so you’ll know whether you really need to use it for amigurumi or if a simpler alternative works just as well.Whether you’re just learning how to crochet or starting your first amigurumi stuffed animal, this bite-sized episode will help you confidently choose the best way to begin your crochet rounds.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

Ready to crochet your first plushie but confused by all the yarn options? In this episode, we break down everything you need to know to start making Amigurumi with confidence. We skip the trial and error and dive straight into the best materials for making those soft, squishy stuffed animals everyone loves.In this episode, we cover:Yarn Reviews: The best chenille and velvet yarns (Bernat Blanket, Premier Parfait Chunky, and Loops & Threads).Tool Kit: Choosing the right hook size to prevent holes in your work.Safety First: How to securely attach safety eyes and stuff your plushies for a professional finish.Beginner Tips: Avoiding common mistakes so your first project is a success.Whether you want to sell at craft fairs or just make gifts, this is your crash course in Amigurumi.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, I’m sharing why I decided to bring the podcast back to its roots as Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast. For the past few months, you’ve known this show as Creative & Called—but I realized most of you came here for crochet inspiration, amigurumi tips, and that spark of yarn-filled joy.So today, we’re making it official: Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast is back! 🧶 You’ll still hear conversations about creativity, mindset, and building a handmade business, but front and center, this show is once again about crochet—celebrating it, learning it, and growing through it.If you’ve been searching for:✨ Beginner-friendly crochet patterns✨ Amigurumi tips and tutorials✨ Encouragement to use your creative gifts in meaningful ways…you’re in the right place. Whether you’re crocheting plushies during nap time, starting a handmade crochet business, or simply craving a cozy new hobby, this is your crochet community.✨ Thanks for sticking with me through the changes—it feels good to come home.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

Are you stuck on a "safe" path that doesn't feel like your own? It is time to embrace a freeing truth: You are the potter, and your life is the clay.In this episode of Simply Hooked, I share how I went from hiding my dream of being a crochet designer to building a handmade business I truly love. We discuss why you don't need to wait for permission to reshape your reality.In this episode, we cover:Breaking the Mold: How to walk away from the "safe path" to write your own creative blueprint.Faith & Business: Using your God-given creative gifts to build freedom and purpose.The "Potter" Mindset: Taking ownership of your career and shaping a crochet business that supports your life.If you are a faith-driven woman or creative entrepreneur ready to build a life of freedom, this episode is your invitation to start molding your future today.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠⁠🔹 This episode was originally recorded during the Creative & Called season and is now part of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast—your go-to show for crochet inspiration, creative business tips, and mindset shifts to help you craft a life you love.

Is Amazon Handmade actually worth the hassle for crochet makers? In this episode, I share how I turned Amazon into a "Q4 Sales Machine," earning over $4,000 in a single December.We go behind the scenes of my journey from selling simple mug cozies to navigating the complex world of Amazon FBA (Fulfilled by Amazon). If you are looking to diversify income beyond Etsy, this is your honest guide.In this episode, we cover:The $4k Breakdown: How I utilized crochet-themed mugs and cozies to hit high revenue numbers.Demystifying FBA: Understanding Fulfilled by Amazon, Brand Registry, and inventory deadlines.The "Q4 Machine": Strategies to revive a dead shop and dominate holiday sales.Pros & Cons: The honest truth about fees, visibility, and whether Amazon fits your handmade business strategy.Whether you are an FBA beginner or just curious if the platform is right for you, tune in for actionable tips to boost your handmade sales.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠⁠🔹 This episode was originally recorded during the Creative & Called season and is now part of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast—your go-to show for crochet inspiration, creative business tips, and mindset shifts to help you craft a life you love.

What happens when you feed your story into an AI tool and let it tell it back to you? In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I share my experiment with Google Notebook LM—an AI platform that can take your notes and transform them into a full podcast episode with AI-generated hosts.I gave it my journey as a crochet artist and handmade business owner… and the results blew me away. You’ll hear what the AI created, plus my honest reflections on what this means for crochet makers, creative entrepreneurs, and the future of content creation.Inside this episode, you’ll learn:● How AI tools like Google Notebook LM could change storytelling for creators● What this experiment revealed about sharing my journey as a crochet entrepreneur● The opportunities and challenges AI brings to handmade businesses and podcasts● Fresh ways AI can support crochet designers, makers, and creative entrepreneursWhether you’re a crochet lover, a handmade business owner, or just fascinated by how AI can support makers, this episode will inspire you to think differently about technology, storytelling, and your own creative journey.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠⁠🔹 This episode was originally recorded during the Creative & Called season and is now part of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast—your go-to show for crochet inspiration, creative business tips, and mindset shifts to help you craft a life you love.

Is your crochet business stuck in the "hoping" phase? If you are treating your shop like a lottery ticket instead of a strategy, this episode is for you.In this episode of Simply Hooked, we break down the critical mindset shift that took me from an overwhelmed mompreneur to a confident crochet designer. We discuss why passive hope is killing your growth and how to finally make the decision to succeed.In this episode, we cover:The "Deciding" Framework: How to move from "I hope this sells" to "I have decided this will work."Mindset vs. Mechanics: Why your mental strategy matters just as much as your crochet skills.Mompreneur Real Talk: overcoming the fear of taking your creative dreams seriously.You don’t need more luck or permission to build a profitable handmade business—you just need to decide. Tune in to learn how to make the shift today.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠🔹 This episode was originally recorded during the Creative & Called season and is now part of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast—your go-to show for crochet inspiration, creative business tips, and mindset shifts to help you craft a life you love.

Wish you could hire a marketing copywriter but don't have the budget? Meet your new free virtual assistant: ChatGPT.In this episode of Simply Hooked, I break down the 9 specific ways I use AI to save hours in my crochet business. From conquering writer's block to optimizing Etsy SEO, I share the exact workflows I use to work smarter, not harder.In this episode, we cover:Etsy Domination: How to use ChatGPT to write keyword-rich titles and descriptions that actually rank.Content Creation: Generating endless ideas for Pinterest pins, Instagram captions, and blog posts.Strategy & Funnels: How to map out email sequences and growth plans in minutes.The Human Touch: Balancing AI efficiency with your God-given creativity.Stop staring at a blank cursor. Tune in to learn more.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!RESOURCES & LINKS🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠🔹 This episode was originally recorded during the Creative & Called season and is now part of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast—your go-to show for crochet inspiration, creative business tips, and mindset shifts to help you craft a life you love.

Are you unknowingly sabotaging your crochet business success? If you feel stuck despite working hard, you might be hitting your "Upper Limit."In this episode of Simply Hooked, I dive into The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks—a book that completely reshaped how I view my time and talent as a crochet designer. We explore why you might be burning out in your "Zone of Excellence" and how to finally step into your "Zone of Genius."In this episode, we cover:The Upper Limit Problem: How hidden beliefs limit the amount of success and happiness you allow yourself to have.The 4 Zones of Functioning: Identifying if you are stuck in Incompetence, Competence, Excellence, or Genius.Breaking Through: Practical encouragement to step boldly into your unique, God-given creativity.Whether you are scaling a handmade side hustle or longing for more fulfillment, this episode will help you stop playing small.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠🔹 This episode was originally recorded during the Creative & Called season and is now part of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast—your go-to show for crochet inspiration, creative business tips, and mindset shifts to help you craft a life you love.

Balancing a crochet business and a growing family is messy. In this raw episode, I open up about the fears of welcoming Baby #2, postpartum body image, and the struggle to maintain a creative identity.This isn’t a polished "how-to" guide—it’s a personal look at the tension between motherhood and entrepreneurship. If you are wondering how to carry it all with grace, this conversation is for you.In this episode, we share:The 1-to-2 Transition: The emotional reality of preparing for a second child while running a handmade business.Postpartum Real Talk: Dealing with invisible pressures regarding body image and "bouncing back."The "Return" Timeline: Guilt over taking time off vs. the urge to get back to your crochet business.Identity Crisis: How to hold onto your creative self when motherhood demands everything.You are not alone in the chaos. Tune in for an honest reflection on the beauty and tension of the mompreneur life.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠⁠🔹 This episode was originally recorded during the Creative & Called season and is now part of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast—your go-to show for crochet inspiration, creative business tips, and mindset shifts to help you craft a life you love.

Melinda walked away from her job in housekeeping after chemical exposure caused debilitating migraines—but she didn't just quit. She walked straight into her God-given creative calling.In this episode of Simply Hooked, we share a raw and real story of a complete life pivot. Melinda discusses how a health crisis became the catalyst for building a business rooted in faith and service.In this episode, we share:The Pivot: How to find the courage to leave a "safe" job when your health demands it.Pain to Purpose: Transforming a personal struggle into the foundation of a creative business.Faith in Action: Why trusting God is the most practical business strategy for handmade entrepreneurs.Finding Your Calling: Encouragement for anyone wondering if their creativity can actually support their life.If you are navigating a transition or wondering if your detour is actually a divine direction, this story will inspire you to step forward with courage.VISIT MELINDA's BUSINESSESShiplap & SageThe Stables MarketplaceSacred HonorFor a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

Welcome to the very first episode under our brand-new name: Creative & Called! In today’s episode, I’m sharing the heart behind the change, why I felt led to shift the direction of this podcast, and how sometimes the best thing we can do in business (and life) is pivot.If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to force something to work the way you thought it was supposed to—or if you’ve started a project that ended up evolving into something entirely different—you’re not alone.This episode is your permission slip to change direction, follow the nudge, and trust that your God-given creativity will lead you exactly where you’re meant to be.Let’s talk about why this podcast name changed, what that means moving forward, and how embracing the unexpected might be the very thing that sets you free.🧶 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠ – now on Amazon🌐 Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠marcymade.co⁠⁠⁠⁠ for crochet patterns🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠🔹 This episode was originally recorded during the Creative & Called season and is now part of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast—your go-to show for crochet inspiration, creative business tips, and mindset shifts to help you craft a life you love.

Your mindset shapes your crochet business just as much as your stitches do. In this Threads of Wisdom mini-episode, we explore Earl Nightingale’s timeless concept: "You become what you think about."Inspired by The Strangest Secret, this episode is a quick dose of encouragement to help you align your thoughts with your business goals.In this mini-episode, you’ll discover:The "Thought-Stitch" Connection: How your daily thoughts create the fabric of your life and business.Earl Nightingale’s Wisdom: Why setting clear goals and focusing on what you want (not what you fear) is the key to growth.Practical Positivity: Simple ways to shift your mindset to build confidence as a maker.Stop letting negative thoughts unravel your progress. Tune in for a quick reminder that you have the power to craft the life you want.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling!🔆⁠⁠⁠Join Our Skool Community⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠🧶⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠🧶⁠⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠⁠

You can master SEO, email funnels, and product photography, but if your mindset isn't aligned, your business will always hit a ceiling.In the final episode of our Scaling Your Crochet Business series, we tackle the most important piece of the puzzle: your brain. I share the specific shifts that fueled my biggest growth as a designer.In this episode, we cover:The 90% Rule: Why your business can only grow as much as you do personally.Hustle vs. Alignment: How to shift from fear-based working to faith-based growing.Guru Wisdom: Lessons from Les Brown, Jim Rohn, Bob Proctor, and Jay Shetty applied to the handmade world.Breaking Blocks: Identifying the mental barriers keeping you stuck at your current revenue level.If you have ever asked, "Can I really make a living from this?"—this episode is your answer.For a deeper dive into each of these lessons, check out my new book, ⁠Hooked on Growth⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling! RESOURCES & LINKS🔆⁠⁠⁠More About My Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠📺⁠⁠My YouTube Channel⁠⁠🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Facebook⁠🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Instagram⁠🧶⁠⁠Simply Hooked Crochet Patterns⁠⁠

Struggling to juggle your crochet business with a full-time job and family life? You need systems that work as hard as you do.In Part 7 of the Scaling Your Crochet Business series on Simply Hooked, I’m sharing the exact tech stack and workflow secrets I use to run a profitable handmade business without burnout.We dive into the best tools for crochet business owners—from Canva and Trello to Shopify, Mailchimp, and ChatGPT. Learn how to automate the boring stuff so you can spend more time with your yarn.In this episode, we cover:Crochet Business Tools: The essential platforms for marketing, inventory, and design.Content Batching 101: How to plan social media and record episodes on a busy schedule.Shipping & Logistics: Time-saving hacks for fulfilling crochet product orders and digital downloads.Workflow Systems: How to streamline your process from idea to finished object.Whether you are looking to start selling crochet or are ready to scale your Etsy shop or website, this episode is packed with productivity tips for makers to help you grow with confidence.For a deeper dive into each of these lessons, check out my new book, ⁠⁠Hooked on Growth⁠⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling! RESOURCES & LINKS🔆⁠⁠⁠More About My Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠📺⁠⁠My YouTube Channel⁠⁠🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Facebook⁠🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Instagram⁠🧶⁠⁠Simply Hooked Crochet Patterns⁠⁠

Social media algorithms change, accounts get hacked, and posts get buried. Your email list is the only asset you truly own.In this episode of Simply Hooked, we dive into why email marketing is the smartest strategy for a sustainable crochet business. We break down how to move followers from Instagram to your own list so you can sell on autopilot.In this episode, we cover:Owned Audience vs. Rented Land: Why you cannot build a business solely on social media.The Lead Magnet: How to create a freebie (pattern, guide, or checklist) that your customers actually want.Simple Funnels: Setting up a "set it and forget it" email sequence to drive pattern sales.Nurturing Fans: Turning casual subscribers into loyal customers who buy every time you launch.Stop chasing likes and start building a direct line to your customers. This is your roadmap to long-term growth.For a deeper dive into each of these lessons, check out my new book, ⁠Hooked on Growth⁠, which goes into much more detail on scaling! RESOURCES & LINKS🔆⁠⁠⁠More About My Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠📺⁠⁠My YouTube Channel⁠⁠🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Facebook⁠🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Instagram⁠🧶⁠⁠Simply Hooked Crochet Patterns⁠⁠