Stolen!

Picture just for attention

Today I am slightly on the grumpy side!

Yet another one of my designs has been stolen and is now popping up on some random webpage. This is likely another scam where someone tries to purchase the design, pays the money, and ends up with nothing.

This particular design seems to have made an impression—it’s been copied and posted in seven different places. They must really like it! Sigh.

When I first began designing and discovered my very first pattern had been stolen, I was devastated. I remember being reduced to tears, sobbing uncontrollably into my yarn stash. Now, I just think, “Great, time to file yet another DMCA takedown notice.” It’s frustrating, and often feels futile. Even if the stolen content is removed, these thieves just set up another page and carry on as if nothing happened.

Some of these scammers are so brazen that they even steal genuine customer reviews from legitimate platforms to make themselves seem credible.

The impact of stolen patterns on designers is very real. I spend hundreds of hours creating each design, and once I’ve completed a pattern, it goes to my testers—an incredible group who invest their own time and energy to ensure the final product is clear, accurate, and enjoyable for customers. This is no small task, especially for my more unique designs, and it’s a labor of love for all involved.

When someone steals and sells these patterns illegally, it creates a domino effect that hurts not just me, but everyone who contributes to the process.

I’m always happy to help anyone who has purchased a pattern from me through legitimate platforms. However, I do ask where the pattern was purchased. If it turns out the pattern was obtained from a stolen source, I cannot provide support. While I sympathize with those who might not realize they’ve been scammed, I won’t enable or assist in the theft of my copyrighted work.

To buyers: please take care to support your favorite designers by purchasing only from trusted platforms. This not only ensures you’re receiving a quality product but also helps keep small designers in business.

If you need help with a pattern, always let the designer know where you purchased it from and, if possible, provide proof of purchase. Don’t feel offended if this is requested—it’s just part of safeguarding the hard work that goes into every design.

Pantone Colour of the Year 2025

Pantone’s Colour of the Year for 2025 is Mocha Mousse, a warm brown that’s been described as “comforting” and “timeless.” Sure, it’s earthy and neutral, but really, it’s brown. Like cup-of-coffee brown, or last-biscuit-in-the-tin brown. The kind no one’s excited about but still eats. They’re calling it grounding, but some might call it… safe? And I guess, when it comes right down to it, dirt is sort of brown, so they could be right.

To be fair, I do love me some nice autumnal tones, and Mocha Mousse does have its perks. It’s versatile—it goes well with creams, looks great with orange tones, and even—choke, splutter—the dreaded greens. According to Google, it’s also trending in the sustainability world, which is very on-brand for 2025.

So, what’s the verdict on it? Mocha Mousse may not be the worlds most exciting of colours and certainly not as amazing as Pantone Colour of the Year 2023, Viva Magenta, but I guess I can live with it. It’s not GREEN, and that is always a good thing!

I’m heading straight for the yarn stash to grab all the browns I can find. In 2025 I shall be a Style Maven. What’s that you ask?

Style Maven: An expert or connoisseur of fashion and aesthetics.

Sounds pretty impressive!

I shall be on trend for sure!

Off to find my scarf design, I Should Have Used Mothballs’ It’s perfect for 2025

Lavender Reverie Scarf

I have a love for things that are different, unique, and one of a kind—and sometimes my designs reflect just that. My mind is constantly playing with ideas, looking for ways to create something just a little bit outside the ordinary.

Quite some time ago, I purchased some beautiful Blackwattle 4ply yarn. It’s been patiently waiting for just the right design to come along—and finally, its moment arrived!

Lavender Reverie started out as a simple straight scarf, but that just didn’t feel unique enough to me. So, I decided to add a little twist—a step in the pattern. Now, it meanders in and out, giving it that extra touch of pizazz.

For the edging, I wanted something subtle yet special. The steps are the main feature, after all. A simple edge with large, loopy-style flowers turned out to be just what it needed to complete the look.

The Blackwattle yarn brought it all together, creating a scarf that’s lightweight, versatile, and perfect for showcasing the filet crochet style.

I hope you fall in love with Lavender Reverie just as much as I have!

The pattern is available on Ravelry, Etsy or you can purchase via my dedicated webpage. For more information about materials, visit the webpage for the pattern.

Black Friday Frenzy: A Yarn Enthusiast’s Survival Guide

Read on for information on Auburncraft Crochet Design Black Friday Deals

It’s that time of year again—Black Friday. A day of chaos, discounts, and questionable life choices. But for us crochet enthusiasts, this isn’t about battling for a 75-inch TV or a toaster that doubles as a sandwich maker. No, this is about yarn. Glorious, soft, beautifully discounted yarn. And maybe a few hooks or stitch markers we absolutely don’t need but will convince ourselves we do.

So, here’s my guide to navigating Black Friday, crochet style:

1. Start with a Game Plan (and Coffee)

Before you even think about clicking "Add to Cart," make a list of what you need—or at least what you’ll pretend you need. Is it yarn for your next big project? Hooks to replace the ones that seem to hide, probably with all those missing socks. ? Or maybe patterns (ahem, like my Vintage Dragonfly Masquerade pattern wink wink)?

2. Set a Budget (And Then Pretend to Stick to It)

Let’s be honest—yarn math is different. If one skein is 30% off, buying ten is practically making money, right? Just remember, your wallet isn’t a magic pouch from a fantasy novel.

3. Beware of the “I’ll Use It Someday” Trap

That neon orange yarn might look like a steal now, but unless you’re planning to crochet a traffic cone cozy, maybe skip it.

4. Shop Small and Support Makers

Vintage Dragonfly Masquerade Blanket

Sure, big box stores have tempting deals, but don’t forget about the small businesses and indie designers (like me!) who pour their hearts into their work. Speaking of which, I’m running a 20% off sale on all my crochet patterns on Ravelry and Esty this Black Friday! (bundles and ebooks excluded). It’s the perfect time to snag that pattern you’ve had your eye on—like the Checkerboard Symphony Shawl. The discounts will be available with the code ‘Black Friday’ from today and until 1st December. Aussie time of course!

5. Brace for the Yarn Overload

Remember, yarn takes up space. You’ll need somewhere to store your haul—or a really good explanation why your living space looks like something out of a Star Trek episode. You know the one where the tribbles multiply and take over the ship!

6. Treat Yourself

It’s not selfish to snag a little something just for you. Whether it’s a new pattern (hint, hint) a special hook, or the softest skein of merino wool, you deserve it.

Bonus Tip: The Post-Black Friday Clean-Up Once the adrenaline wears off, organize your haul, dream up your next project, and bask in the glory of your savings. Or just curl up with your new yarn, a cozy blanket, and start crocheting.

Have fun, shop smart, and charge!

Checkerboard Symphony Shawl

UK vs. US Crochet Terms: It’s Not You, It’s the Stitches

Okay, picture this: you’re working on a crochet pattern, feeling all confident, and then… BAM! You realise the scarf you are making is going to span a football field and looks nothing like the picture. What the?

Chances are, you’ve been caught in the vortex of the Great Crochet Terminology Divide—aka the difference between UK and US crochet terms.

But it’s okay. Don’t panic! It’s not your fault. It’s just that UK and US crocheters decided to call the same stitches completely different names. Why? Who knows.

From a designer point of view, I think it’s so I have to do more work in offering both US and UK terminology. It’s painful!

The main difference between the terms seems to be how the stitches are defined:

• In the UK, the stitch name reflects the number of yarn overs and loops pulled through to create the stitch.

• In the US, the stitch name reflects its relative height compared to other stitches.

  Examples:

• What the UK calls a double crochet (dc) involves pulling through two loops twice.

• The US calls it a single crochet (sc) because it’s the shortest stitch in height.

What that means:

• In the US, the simplest stitch is the single crochet (sc).

• But in the UK, that same stitch doesn’t exist! Instead, their simplest stitch is the double crochet (dc).

Every UK stitch is one step up compared to its US counterpart.

Mind-boggling, right?

Check this out:

US Term UK Term

Single Crochet (sc) Doesn’t Exist

Double Crochet (dc) Treble Crochet (tr)

Treble Crochet (tr) Double Treble (dtr)

Double treble Crochet (dtr) Triple Treble Crochet (trtr)

How Do You Know Which to Use?

Most designers will state in the pattern which terminology is used.

Don’t assume that the designer’s nationality dictates which crochet terminology they use. For example, as an Australian designer, it might be expected that I would naturally write in UK terminology. However, I personally prefer US terminology.

I write all my patterns in US terms and then translate them into UK terms for accessibility. Ultimately, the choice of terminology is a personal one, and every designer may have their own preference.

1. Check the origin of the pattern: US pattern? US terms. UK pattern? UK terms. Look for a terminology note:

2. Most patterns will tell you upfront if they’re in US or UK terms (thank goodness!).

3. I f the pattern contains single crochet, then it is an instant given that the pattern is written in US terminology.

So, there you have it—the mystery of UK vs. US crochet terms solved! Now you can grab your hook, choose your preferred terminology, and crochet.

Checkerboard Symphony Shawl/Scarf

Checkerboard Symphony combines vibrant colors and linked stitches to create a statement piece you can be proud of.

This design came about as a way to use up leftover yarns from previous projects. I had quite a bit of Stylecraft Batik from designs like the Tirari Desert Flower Ruana and Leadlight Blanket, so I decided to use them to create Checkerboard Symphony.

This is a great project for using up scrap yarns in DK weight.

The pattern features linked stitches to create a dense, gap-free fabric. If you’re unfamiliar with this stitch, I’ve included some helpful tips in the "How To" section on my website.

Since the design involves frequent colour changes, I’ve used the tapestry technique throughout to ensure clean, seamless transitions.

The finished shawl/scarf is quite long and wide, so I recommend checking your gauge before you begin. A difference in stitch height could lead to a longer finished piece.

For further information about Material and to see more pictures, click on the pattern webpage button below.

Winter Enchantress Neck Warmer

Winter enchantress neck warmer

Spring days in Australia are slowly creeping toward the inevitable summer heat, but this is not the case for much of the other side of the world.

Winter is calling!

My new design was inspired by the tale of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, with the White Witch as the main focus.

The moment I put on my freshly finished neck warmer, I truly felt like an enchantress, stepping into the magical world of Narnia.

The neck warmer is made from Hobbii Soft Alpaca, and I have to say that not only is this yarn super soft and cozy, but it also adds to the whimsy of the piece and perfectly suits the fun style. Spirals, leaves, and tendrils of yarn create the warm fringe.

Winter can be a dreary time, with days full of gray. Sometimes it feels like it could go on forever, much like the 100 years of winter created by the White Witch of Narnia, but there is always room for a little bit of magic.

For further information on materials for this pattern, click the link to the webpage dedicated to it.

New Design Can You Feel My Heartbeat Blanket

Of late, hearts have been a focus for me. I developed a new stitch that creates a fully reversible pattern with an embossed look to it, and the heart patterns were the first designs where I used this.

I have several other designs on the drawing board that will use this same stitch, but for now, it's hearts!

If you follow my work, you will know I am a fan of Bendigo Woollen Mills. Not only for their quality yarns, but also for their willingness to help smaller designers within Australia. Sometimes this help can be in the form of yarn, but mostly it is allowing indie designers like myself to sell our designs on their platform. They pass on all profits from these sales to the designer. This is huge for me!

I have been designing for a while now, and in my earlier days, I approached a few larger, well-known companies with my designs, only to receive the "Dear John" type reply: "So glad you love our yarn, and we don’t want any more designers right now, BUT do keep using/buying our yarn." So, it was basically a door slamming in one's face.

Those experience's have taught me to be thankful for companies that offer support and are willing to let the little guys in the door.

But back to the new design: Can You Feel My Heartbeat Blanket.

As stated, it is fully reversible. What you see on the front, you also see on the back. It has no back and front! And if you choose to use BWM Luxury as I did, the end result is a super soft and simply scrumptiously fabulous blanket.

For further details on this blanket and links to purchase, click on the webpage button right!

* I gain nothing from promoting Bendigo Woollen Mills other than what is mentioned above!

Click here for Bendigo Woollen Mills website

Harlequin Rhapsody Scarf

Fun was the theme I was aiming for with this one! I wanted it to be unique with a playful feel to it.

Sooo, I decided to create a luxurious scarf in two contrasting colors, using a stitch I developed that results in a fully reversible scarf. This feature is achieved through a unique front/back post stitch. The final masterpiece is titled "Harlequin Rhapsody."

The legendary frontman of Queen was well known for his signature harlequin pattern featuring diamond shapes, which became a defining element of his style. This scarf pays homage to Freddie and his unique style. I am quite sure if he were still with us, that he would have been lining up to wear it.

The Hobbii Soft Alpaca that is used in this design is truly the softest yarn I have ever worked with. It was a joy to use!

I WILL of course be designing with Hobbii Soft Alpaca again as it is yummy!

The pattern is available on Ravelry, Etsy and coming soon to Hobbii Plus

Click on the webpage button right to see pattern buying and yarn buying options.

Bloom and Bramble Square

A few weeks ago, reminders of Granny Square Day were being shown everywhere I looked. It was literally the next day! I had been busy in my own little crochet bubble working away, but after seeing these reminders I thought to myself that I really should do a square.

I rummaged through my yarn stash and found some Stylecraft Special DK. A couple of hours later, I had produced "Bloom and Bramble." I had not bothered to write this as I went; it was nice just to crochet on auto-pilot without any thought as to what I was doing next. I was so pleased with the finished square that I decided it deserved to be written down.

However, with layered stitches behind, over, and sometimes around other stitches, creating the pattern was slow going. By the time I got to the end of writing, I had produced an 11-page pattern and was questioning why I had given in to the impulse of simply making a square.

I will let you judge if it was worth writing down.

For materials click on the webpage button below:

Daisies Make Me Smile Wall Hanging and Table Centre

"Roses are the majestic beauties of the flower family, but daisies make me smile."

This pattern has two uses. It can be made into a Wall Hanging or used as a Table Centre.

This pattern combines flowers and shapes to create an interesting piece suitable for a wall hanging or table centre.

Additional instructions for attaching the piece to a mandala ring are included.

19 small daisies are combined to create the central hexagon shape. Larger daisies form square shapes that attach to the hexagon. Groups of 3 small daisies make up the triangles that sit in between the squares. This is all designed to fit neatly together to create this lovely piece.

Triple Bypass Heart Scarf

This is a heart stoppingly gorgeous pattern!

Now I am not saying I am a mastermind of superior intelligence, but… this new stitch I have created is Mar-vel-ous!

I took the simple front post/ back post stitch and made it fully reversible. The pattern is exactly the same on both sides!

So you can judge if Auburncraft Design needs to be inducted into the league of brillant minds for this innovation.

All jokes aside. I love this stitch and will no doubt be using it for future designs. It is my stitch. I did it and I am very prepared to share it (for a price). Designing patterns is hard work!

The Triple Bypass Heart Scarf uses three colours with the colours not being carried across rows.

I used Bendigo Woollen Mills Luxury 4ply for this. It is just soooooo soft!

For further details on materials click here

coming soon

Coming soon

Vintage Dragonfly Masquerade Blanket

My new design Vintage Dragonfly Masquerade Blanket, is of a confident intermediate level, with some high-end intermediate components in some parts.

I never run out of ideas and ways to combine my signature dragonflies into new designs, and I love creating designs using them. I did need to modify the dragonflies slightly in order to fit three on each side of the hexagon shapes. I wanted to make this design special and unique, and so the cables in the corners form the corner increases to add a bit of texture and interest.

I was still not completely convinced this was unique enough, but then I moved on to joining the shapes. What way could this be done to make it unique, different?

I tried a few different ideas, and then the thought of using a jacobs ladder combined with a flat seam joining stitch popped into my head. I have never seen this done before, so I will claim this idea as unique to Auburncraft Crochet Design. I have named this new join a Jacobs Ladder Flat Seam Join.

Videos are not my thing—well, usually they are not—but I finally dipped my toes into the murky waters of video work with my feeble attempts at showing off this new joining stitch.

I am going to try and do more video work in the future if these are received well. What you won’t see in my videos are perfectly manicured hands and a smooth, dulcet voice. But I can crochet,  and hopefully that will be enough.

Please support my small effort in videos by subscribing to my YouTube channel.

But back to the blanket!

I used quality Bendigo Woollen Mills 8-ply cotton for this beauty. The colours are limited edition Cotton Crush in Peach and Dove Grey, and while these are not being run at the moment, they have many gorgeous colours to choose from. Please take a look. BWM have been fabulous to myself as well as other independent designers.

I hope you like my new blanket, Vintage Dragonfly Masquerade, and will give it some love!

Being a Crochet Designer

Before I sat to write this, I decided I would give AI a chance to state what it is like to be a crochet designer and see if they were right.

This is what I got back:

Being a crochet designer requires creativity, patience, and attention to detail. Start by mastering basic stitches and techniques, then experiment with different yarns and patterns to develop your own unique style. Practice regularly to hone your skills and don’t be afraid to frog projects that aren’t working out. Remember to take breaks to prevent burnout and stay inspired by following other designers and trends in the crochet community. Lastly, believe in yourself and your abilities – confidence is key to succeeding as a crochet designer.

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I guess most of the above is true, and I do agree that patience is very much key to being or having a chance to be a successful designer. Having the strength to be unique is also very important, at least to me.

I am constantly in touch with other designers, but I would rather be me and not worry about what others are producing. I am never on trend and don’t intend to be.

I was asked recently about tips for being a designer, and below are my top eleven:

1. Know your own pattern.

   You need to know what you are talking about. Your pattern could have been published a month ago, a year ago, or several years ago, and you will have customers who don’t understand an aspect of it. You need to be able to help these people, and the only way you can do that is if you know what you are talking about.

2. Stitch counts and clear instructions really do matter.

   If I am crocheting just for me, I can easily fudge something and make a count work by adding a stitch or decreasing. But if you are expecting others to create the same item, they expect that your pattern makes sense and that all counts work. Every stitch must be accounted for. Just because one customer understands a section doesn’t mean all will, and this is where pattern testing is important.

3. Yes, pattern testing is important.

   Having brilliant pattern testers is a must. I put my testers through the ringer to get a pattern ready to publish. I have one particular tester who claims that they talk Auburncraft. Meaning they can figure out what I mean even when I am not sure myself. I can look at something forever and not see the glaring mistake right in front of me. Thankfully, my testers are very prepared to keep at me till I get it right.

4. Listening.

   It is important to listen to those on your team who are trying to help get your pattern out into the world. I am not saying they are always right, but when one of my team members states I have something that needs attending to, and I am thinking, Nuh! I am right, most of the time I am not. Their opinions are important!

5. Have very broad shoulders, and check your ego at the door.

   I used to find it upsetting that I could not get everything perfect right away. I am now very used to feeling like a dill for making an error. I have learned not to rush to a corner and cry if someone posts a review that is not five stars, as there is just no way to please everyone.

6. Social media is a necessary evil.

   You need to be out there and show off what you have, as otherwise you will be overlooked.

7. Being available.

   The world is a small place, and being a crochet designer means that questions come in from all corners of the world. These need to be answered within a reasonable time frame. People do not like to wait!

8. Great photographs are necessary.

   I am not a photographer, and I most certainly cannot afford to pay a photographer to photograph every stage of my work, including final photographs for marketing. I do try to get the best photographs that I can with what I have. The more engaging the picture, the greater the likelihood that your pattern will pique interest.

9. Copyright and trademarks are real things.

   As a designer, I take the stance of not creating anything that I am aware has a trademark attached. Large companies such as Disney, Hello Kitty, and many others take copyright and trademarks very seriously and will track you down if you choose to use any of their copyrighted or trademarked characters. It is not smart.

10. Your own copyright

    As for your own copyright, it is important to add copyright information to your own patterns and be prepared to lodge takedown notices if someone does infringe your rights, but in saying that, sometimes it is pointless. You have to know when to turn a blind eye and walk away and which battles you can win. It is not if someone steals your pattern or photographs; it is when.

11. Do YOU!

    It is very important to be creating what you feel. Sounds a bit deep and yeah I guess it is! I have at times been asked if I will create something specific for someone and generally the answer is no. I create what I feel at the time and if I have to start creating things that I don’t like or are not me, then it is time to stop designing.

    These are my own views, and I am sure many other designers have a different idea of what is important, but these are mine!

Below: Just a sample of some of my blanket designs. Click here for the blankets webpage.

Lavender Sachet & Potpourri Bag

This little pattern is available in both US and UK terminology.

Introducing the Lavender Sachet and Potpourri Bag combo!

Not only do they look great, they also smell amazing filled with lavender or potpourri. Perfect for drawers, closets, or any space needing a touch of natural freshness and a lovely gift for someone special.

Both patterns for the Lavender Sachet and the Pot pourri Bag are included in the pattern.

LINKTREE

The pattern comes with photographs and graphs to help along the way and each row/round has written instructions.

The links for purchasing are available on my webpage.

Dragonfly Illusion Blanket

Dragonfly Illusion blanket is a striking optical pattern intended to catch the viewer's eye with its unique look. It combines the Auburncraft Crochet Design signature dragonflies within filet crochet, surrounded by differing blocks of stitches of a more dense nature to create a modern aesthetic that is visually impressive while still functional and very cozy.

While the pattern has repeats across some rounds, it does not have a constant repeating pattern, making this design suited to the intermediate level crocheter. The pattern comes in written format in both US and UK terminology. Pictures and a color block graph are also included. To understand color block graphs, visit my webpage how-to section. (click here)

Materials information can be found on the dedicated webpage for the pattern. (click here)

Perfection is Overrated

So you think my crochet looks okay?

Ah, but you don’t see what’s behind the curtain!

When I first began designing, I wondered if I was good enough to even attempt to do so.

Would people even like my designs? Was I clever enough, unique enough to even try?

A number of years down the track and over 140 designs later, I try not to question myself further on this topic. I design what appeals to me and give it my best efforts, and that is all one can ever do.

I know a lot of people worry that what they produce, whether it be of their own design or from a pattern, is not good enough. Well, I say who cares!

No one is perfect, unless of course we are referring to Auburncraft's CEO, Stella. Stella consistently tells me she is! I tend to agree with her assessment mostly.

Although I do not for a minute believe that it was Mr. Billy Thunder (the cat) that pulled the bag of rubbish from the bin and all over the floor. She insists this is the truth!

But, back to the crochet. I know my crochet is certainly not perfect, and to be honest, I do have some ability (almost perfection, one may say) in fixing boo-boos (what I call my errors).

I have become very good at hiding an error a row or round back, by adding a missing stitch in as I go or doing a maneuver that I like to call a cut and paste.

When you have 800 plus stitches per round of a project, the last thing you want to do is frog the whole round. I simply cut and patch, then continue. The end result looks perfect, but it isn’t.

He Loves Me He Loves Me Knot Blanket CAL. Part 1 will be release tomorrow. Give it a go! The pattern is available on Ravelry.

Perfection is really overrated in my opinion!

I prefer to let the creative side of my mind loose, and often this can produce some interesting results. I have been known to get partway through a design and realize that I did something completely different from what I intended.

The design turns out miles away from what I first thought of.

But it’s all good!

Don’t be afraid to give things a go. If it turns out different than what you intended, who is going to know?

Some of the best artwork comes about by mistake!

He Loves Me He Loves Me Knot Blanket CAL 2024. Part 1 will be released tomorrow! The pattern is for sale on Ravelry!

He Loves Me He Loves Me Knot Blanket CAL 2024

Intermediate Level:

Do you love CALS?

Love is a game of chance. Do you want to play?

Pre sales are now available for He Loves Me He Loves Me Knot Blanket CAL 2024.

Available in UK and US Terminology. This is a written pattern with graphs for the squares and border available. Photographs are also included.

The CAL will be run through my facebook group. auburncraftcrochetdesigncommunity

The pattern introduction is available now on Ravelry with part release dates as follows:

Part 1: March 31st 2024

Part 2: April 5th 2024

Part 3: April 10th 2024

Part 4: April 15th 2024

Part 5: April 20th 2024

Part 6: 25th April 2024

Part 7: 2nd May 2024

Part 8: 12th May 2024

Part 9: 19th May 2024

Part 10: 2nd June 2024

Part 11: 12th June 2024

For those who are not keen on CAL style releases, the pattern will be available on Etsy in FULL from 31st March 2024.

For further details including yarn click on the links below:

Winters Blush Scarf

Who doesn’t love a little but of luxury!

When I first set out to design this scarf I was thinking it needed to be front post stitches. But then the issue with using this stitch is the front of the work looks amazing, but the back of the scarf, not so much and pretty darn boring.

I solved this little dilemma by creating a new stitch.

Winters Blush Scarf is fully reversible and quite decadent. The pattern appears on both sides of the scarf taking this simple design to a new level.

The end result is a scarf that you can be sure will keep you warm, no matter how cold it is.

I have to say I was very pleased with the finished product and do feel the need to brag a bit (quite a lot) actually about it.

This new stitch is also amazingly easy (once you get into the swing of it). I know I will be producing a blanket using the same technique, very soon.

I love working in Bendigo Woollen Mills Luxury yarns. It is just soooooo soft.

For further details on materials extra click here

Crochet Trends 2024

Well, the new year has begun. I am finding many, MANY posts about trends for the year!

1. What will they be?

2. How can I start a trend?

3. How can I cash in on a trend?

Number 3 of the above is probably the most relevant to these posts. Most who are marketing this idea of trends should probably just pop a sign above their head stating ‘look to me, I am all knowing’.

Do they know what is really going to be a trend? Well, I can tell you that nearly every designer would have made a pig in a blanket FIRST, if they really thought that it would go crazy! Those little piggies were everywhere.

Mabel the chicken was another one that you would have seen designers rushing to the front of the queue to be THE ONE, if they had of known!

Maybe others have a secret crystal ball that they peer into. Well, I sure don’t!

I have never really been one to follow trends. And in all honestly, more likely to do the opposite just to be able to tell myself that I did!

So what can you expect from Auburncraft Design this year?

1. You can expect that there will be crochet.

2. There is a reasonable chance of dragonflies at some point, simply cos I can!

3. There will be a CAL (crochet-a-long).

4. The majority of my designs will be paid patterns. I like to eat and money is kind of a necessity to enable that! Stella (auburncrafts CEO) also has expensive taste in food).

5. I probably won’t do a collaboration with other designers. I don’t play well with others!

6. Patterns will most likely be of an intermediate level. I prefer this type of crochet. I need to enjoy what I am doing.

7. All my designs will be pattern tested. (The pattern test basement is already full of testers working away on the upcoming CAL).

I choose to be my own trend and shall create my own reality! You do you! And I will be ME!

Crochet to enjoy!

I have a follower of 1. Her name is Stella. She truly does follow me everywhere! Probably as it is nearly walkies time, but hey, when you’ve got it, you’ve got it!

But do subscribe to my webpage to keep up with the latest ‘TRENDS’, or not!

I predict that there will be crochet, with a slight chance of more crochet!

Cos, basically I really don’t have a clue!

Stella