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Hi, I’m Hortense! I use my passion for knitting and crocheting, along with my engineering background, to craft detailed patterns for beginners wanting to take the next step. Dive in, and let’s create something together! Read More...

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I know that the original version of this song was I know that the original version of this song was referring to a different kind of stitch, but let’s just enjoy this one LOL! 😉 When I am creating a new stitch, I love to sit down, clear my mind and let my hands experiment free of judgement. That is that part that is difficult. Not judging your own work before it is even finished. Sometimes I have to hold myself back and remind myself to trust the process and stay the course when things aren’t going like I had hoped. But, that’s when the good stuff happens. ✌🏼 #crochetstitch #stitches #stitched #crochetstitches #stitchersgonnastitch #stitchbystitch #stitchlover #crochetproject #crochetlover #crochet #crochetpatterns #freecrochetpattern
The other day I was getting ready to start on a pr The other day I was getting ready to start on a project that I had kiiiiiiiiinnnnnddddd of been putting off (yarnie's block is real). I couldn't for the life of me find the new yarn that I wanted to use. I had looked EVERYWHERE. I tore up my entire yarn stash looking for it. I was losing my mind not being able to find what I was looking for. I took a break from my furious search and got to work on my computer. I did everything I could to put it out of my mind, but it kept bugging me. I walked to the kitchen to get a glass of water, looked over at a pile of mail and lo and behold! The yarn I had been looking for was still in the package where I had left it. 🤦‍♀️ It just goes to show, the things we stress about usually have a solution right under our noses. Hopefully, you find yours a little easier than I found mine. 😉 Pattern: Picnic Crochet Blanket #crochetpattern #crochet #blanketpattern #crochetblanket #crochetallday #cutecrochet #crochetblog #crochetblogger #freecrochetpattern #freecrochetpatterns #crochetinspiration #crochetgirlsummer #crochetgirl #handmadewithlove #handmadeblanket #yarnlove #yarnie #crafter
Do you ever get a rush of inspiration from somethi Do you ever get a rush of inspiration from something as simple as a new stitch?! I can’t WAIT to show you what I have cooking up! I was looking at these stitch patterns I created (you can get them straight to your inbox for FREE on my site!) and all of a sudden, I could see it all so clearly in my mind. The perfect project. Exactly what everyone needs. The perfect gift to give or the perfect gift to give to yourself. I needed it and I needed it immediately. Everything came together perfectly and oh honey, it is going to be DAZZLING. It is wild how something so unrelated can encourage a huge strike of inspiration. I am always creating crochet patterns for this and knitting patterns for that, and this one is going to be GOOD. #crochetstitch #crochetstitches #freestitch #freecrochetpatterns #crochetblogger #yarnie #yarnlove #crocheted #stitchpattern #crochet #crochetaddict #crochetlovers #knittingblog #knittingwithchopsticks
You’ve GOT to love a good before and after! Cr You’ve GOT to love a good before and after! Creating something that will be worn and loved.. it’s priceless. During those quiet moments when stitching away, I sometimes like to reflect on my ‘whys’. Why am I creating this—who is it for? Who will read this pattern and find solace in the handmade garment? Why is this one important? Why do I continue to create? Thinking through those can be so incredibly inspiring. Giving the pattern intention and thought and a deep level of love that (I hope) my readers can feel. Do you like to use your stitching time to reflect, or do you tune out the world? The Cleo Too crochet pattern is LIVE! Read all about it on m my website! Link in bio. #crochettop #crochetpattern #newpattern #newpatterns #crochettops #newpatternrelease #launchday #crochet #crocheting #crochetinspiration #crochetcrew
This is how I feel about reviews like this one (sw This is how I feel about reviews like this one (swipe to see it!). I will always really appreciate every like, comment, save, pattern purchase, view, and share. It means so much to have your support. People who leave nice words on my Etsy reviews make my heart so full! Thank you for sharing a bit of kindness. 🥹 #crocheters #knittingpatterns #crochetpatterns #etsyseller #patterns #crochettutorial #crochettop #summercrochet #crochetgirlsummer #crochetbabe #yarnlover #wordsofaffirmation #crochetblog #crochetblogger #knittingblog #knittingblogger #pdfpattern #crochetlove
Do you ever get bored with all of your clothes and Do you ever get bored with all of your clothes and want to start an entirely new wardrobe and completely reinvent yourself? That was me a few weeks ago. I held myself back because I thought about doing all of that shopping and I immediately needed a nap. While I didn't get myself an entirely new wardrobe, the thought gave me some inspiration. ✨ Sometimes, all you need is a new project, some pretty yarn, and a moment alone with it all for the ultimate refresh. This pattern was born from fresh inspiration and I am so excited to share the Cleo crochet top pattern with you soon! #crochettop #crochetpattern #freecrochetpattern #crochetallday #crochetgirl #crochetclothes #yarnie #yarnlove #crochetblog #knitthingblogger
Calling all purple lovers 💜! If you've been fo Calling all purple lovers 💜! If you've been following me for a while you probably know anything purple is just not for me. This is good news for you as today I'm giving away all the pretty purple-ish hand dyed yarn I've accumulated (I love a good yarn advent 😉). It might not be for me but that certainly doesn't mean these gorgeous pieces of yarn art don't.deserve to be used and cherished by someone who can appreciate their delicate shade. Enter to win: -10 mini skeins of sock weight yarn (from @biffsugaryarns and @pixieyarn) - 1 full skein of sock weight yarn (from @pixieyarn) You have until sunday August 7th 🥳 Open woldwide 🌎. 👉 Tag your purple loving yarn friends below and head to the link in my bio to enter ! (In no way affiliated with instagram etc) #yarningeveryday #yarnlovers #yarnlove #yarnlover #yarnspiration #yarnaddiction #yarnaddict #yarnaddicted #yarngiveaway #yarnsnob #yarnporn #yarnart #yarntherapy #yarnlife #crochetinspire #crochetlover #knitlife #knitoholic #knittinginspiration #knittersofig #knittinglove #crochetcommunity #crochetlife #crocheteveryday #purpleyarn #purplelovers
I've got stitch patterns for DAYS. I really enjo I've got stitch patterns for DAYS. I really enjoy putting together the basic knitting and crochet stitches to make something completely new. Sometimes, I challenge myself to create a new stitch just to make sure that I haven't already come up with them all! 😉 I've put together a list of my favorite crochet stitches for blankets, so you can check them all out now! Link in bio. Which stitch is your favorite?! #crochetstitch #crochetblanket #crochetstitches #handmadecrochet #madewithlove #craftastherapy #crochetallday #crochetcrew #crochetgirl #crochetstitchpattern #crochet #yarnlover #crochetstitchpatterns #crochetblog #crochetblogger
I can't tell you how many times I have started a p I can't tell you how many times I have started a project only to unravel my hours of work within minutes. Not every project is a winner. It takes loads of revisions to get to a final product that is up to my standards sometimes. It can be frustrating to not be able to make the vision you have in your head come to life. Sometimes, the answer is tiny and unexpected. Sometimes, it was right in front of my eyes the entire time. Sometimes, that can be even more frustrating because all of that time is wasted. But it wasn't really wasted. It was used to learn. It was used to experience. Those moments are not garbage. It isn't always about the final product. It can be what we get from that time spent. Maybe inspiration strikes or something you have been trying to wrap your mind around finally clicks. Maybe that never would have happened if you had gotten it right from the start. In a way, all time is wasted and also no time is ever wasted. I think crafting—and even life itself—is about how you choose to waste your time. How does your wasted time fulfill you? #crochet #happycrochet #craftastherapy #crochettherapy #crochetpatterns #crochetblog #yarnie #yarncrafts #happycrafting #crochetgirl #crochetersofinstagram #hookedoncrochet #crochethook #whatsonyourhook #crochetallday #yarnlife #crochetlife
It always makes me feel better when I see others f It always makes me feel better when I see others frogg their projects. In case that’s you too, here you go! I hope it made your day a little better :). Yarn: @katiayarns Sweet Cocoon #frogging #knitting #yarnaddict #yarnlove #knittersgonnaknit #knitaddict #knitknitknit #knitandsip #knitandbehappy #knittersofinstagram #knitlife #yarnlover #happilyyarnafter #knitandpurl
I found myself getting my inspiration for this bla I found myself getting my inspiration for this blanket from this color palette. You know when you are struggling with something and then all of a sudden everything starts falling into place bit by bit? That is kind of what this one was like. I found the right balance of warm and cool, this beautiful neutral, and it all took off from there. I saw the most beautiful textured stitches in stripes when I closed my eyes. Obviously, they needed to be balanced with a more gently textured stitch. I sewed the strips together, wrote the pattern, and everything seemed to lay perfectly in its place. If that isn't a little bit of real life magic, I don't know what is! The Quartet Blanket pattern is available now! Find the pattern at the link in my bio! #knittingpattern #knitblanket #cableknit #knittingpatterns #stripedblanket #knittinglove #knitlife #knitlove #blanketpattern #cableblanketpattern #cableknitblanket #knittingblog #knittingblogger #knitblanketpattern #knitpattern
Happy Sunday friends! Took a little break from my Happy Sunday friends! Took a little break from my yarn this morning to cycle to Bruges for Brunch with my 2 men 🥰. The countryside is just so beautiful around here, I’m never getting used to it! Water games and back to my @katiayarns wip now 🧶 How are you spending this beautiful sunday? #beautifulday #beautifulday☀️ #happysundayeveryone
Oh, the love of a handmade blanket. We can’t a Oh, the love of a handmade blanket. We can’t always be right next to our loved ones, but we can make sure they are never too cold. 😭 This blanket pattern was made to be easy and fun approach to the classic cable knit blanket. These stitches are super simple and come together to create such a wonderfully warm creation. The Quartet Cable Blanket Knitting Pattern is available now!! Check it out with the link on my profile! #cableknit #cableknitting #blanketknittingpattern #knittingpattern #knittingpatterns #knittingblog #crochetblogger #blanketpattern #knitblankets #knitspiration #knitter #knittersofinstagram
Basile may be cranky, the kitchen may be a mess, m Basile may be cranky, the kitchen may be a mess, my tea may have gone cold, but at least the little's toys are all together in the cutest little basket. Basile's Toy Basket Crochet Pattern is on the blog—link in bio! #crochet #kidscrochet #crochetpattern #crochetlove #crochetdecor #crochetbasket #handmadedecor #handmadecraft #yarnie #yarnlove #crochetlife #crochetmom #babycrochet #crochetinspiration
It’s called multi-tasking… right? 🤪 Why is It’s called multi-tasking… right? 🤪 Why is it that we get so close to finishing something and then think “You know what I would really love to make right now…?” and move on to that next thing??? 🤣 I know I usually have a pile of forgotten projects. I always think I will get back to them… but honestly, who knows?! Everything will be finished in its own time I guess. What about you—are you team almost finished or a serial finisher??? #knitting #knitting_inspiration #crochetartist #knitpatterns #crochetpatterns #crochetlove #knittersgonnaknit #knitknitknit #crochetersofinstagram #knitspiration #crochetinspiration #relatablepost #happyknitting #happycrochet #yarn #yarnlove
Blankets are like giving your favorite people a hu Blankets are like giving your favorite people a hug. A blanket is this magic object that comforts our little ones, keeps us safe from the monsters (like the one that's under the bed that will eat our feet if they hang out) and acts as a powerful shield that keeps all the bad things at bay. That soft touch of carefully crafted stitches is a warm cup of tea on the rainiest of days. The delicate texture is a sweet sign that everything will be alright. This number is a new pattern launching next Friday. The Quartet blanket is a modern take on the classic cable knit blanket. Working it in strips makes it a breeze to create. Only sweet, warm, comfortable days ahead!!! 🧶 #cableknit #knitpattern #knittingpattern #cableknitblanket #knittinglove #knitspiration #knitting #knitboldly #knitblankets #knitgirlsummer #knittingyarn
Basile decided it was time we opened my @knitcrate Basile decided it was time we opened my @knitcrate subscriptions 🥳🥰! If you’re new to K’itcrate, it’s an amazing monthly yarn subscription. You get 2 gorgeous skeins of luxury yarn, a knit and a crochet pattern designed for the yarn and a cute extra. Use code CHOP20 for 20% off and a 40$ discount on your first month 👉 link in bio #unravelyourknitcrate #knitcrate #knittersgonnaknit #crochetinspiration #crocheting #yarnporn #yarnlove #yarnaddict #yarnie #yarnlovers #crochetfun #knitlife #tricot #haken #knitknitknit #knitstagram #knitspiration #crocheterapia #crocheters
Those details 😍 Summer is for sunny days, big Those details 😍 Summer is for sunny days, big smiles, lightweight lacy numbers, and all the frozen treats. The June Coverup reminds me of what makes summer so great. What is your favorite part of summer? Read more about the June Coverup crochet pattern, link in bio. #summercrochet #crochetblog #crochetcoverup #crochetlace #crochettop #crochetblogger #crochetpattern #crochetpatterns #comfycrochet #crochetallday #crochet #crochetproject #yarnie #yarnlove #hobbiiyarn #crochetinspiration #crochetersofinstagram
For the ultimate summer love… the beach 🏖 T For the ultimate summer love… the beach 🏖 The constant peaceful lull of waves, the sand beneath your toes. Rocks to skip and sunnies ready for the summer sun. Sandcastles and melting treats. Summer was made just for me. ☀️ This comfy coverup is ideal beach wear. Not too hot but never too exposed. Exactly what you need! The perfect lacy summer coverup crochet pattern! The June Coverup crochet pattern is up on my shops now! Get those hooks ready! Link in bio. #crochetcoverup #crochetlace #summercrochet #crochetaccessories #crochetcardigan #crochet #crochetpattern #crochetallday #yarnie #crochetaway #crochetaddict #crochetlove #crochetlover #crochetlife #crochetlover #crochetersofinstagram #crochetblogger
I find myself trying to soak up all of the time I I find myself trying to soak up all of the time I can while Basile is little. 🥹 Sometimes, it is difficult. I'm talking he's cranky and screaming and I am on the verge of tears, exhausted. But, other days it is magic and he is precious and I want to turn into a sponge so I can soak up the moment and remember it forever. The balance can be tricky, but you have to have the bad days so that you can appreciate the good days (I guess 🙄). Here's to trying! 😅 Derby Baby Sunhat Pattern → Link in bio. 🧶 : @hobbii_yarn Rainbow Cotton 8/6 #babycrochet #crochetlife #crochetblog #crochetpattern #hobbiiplus #crochetpatterns #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern #hobbii #yarnlove #summercrochet #summerhat #toddlersunhat #crochet
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