What can happen when you pick up a crochet hook simply because you are curious and allow that creativity to lead the way?In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I sit down with Louie, the creator behind Louie’s Loops and Club Crochet, to talk about turning an unexpected high school hobby into a thriving crochet business, creative career, and worldwide community.Louie began crocheting in 2008 after learning how to make hats as a teenager. That first project eventually led to crochet tutorials, original amigurumi patterns, stop-motion “Yarnimations,” a successful Kickstarter campaign, and Club Crochet, a community that now connects more than 150,000 crocheters around the world.Louie shares what inspired him to learn crochet, how the people around him reacted, and when he first realized his projects could become more than a hobby. We also talk about balancing a growing creative business with a full-time job, recognizing when it was finally time to pursue entrepreneurship, protecting personal time, and continuing to enjoy crochet after it becomes your career.We also explore Louie’s newest creative chapter, Crochet Goomis. This imaginative crochet book features 50 amigurumi characters, including dragons, dinosaurs, gnomes, donuts, and other creatures from the world of Goomia. Louie is bringing those characters beyond the pages of the book through Battle Goomis, a craftable tabletop card game where players can collect, crochet, and battle their characters.This episode is an encouraging listen for crocheters, amigurumi designers, makers, content creators, and creative business owners who are following an unconventional idea without knowing exactly where it may lead.LEARN MORE ABOUT LOUIE AND THE GOOMISPreorder Crochet Goomis directly from Club Crochet:https://clubcrochet.com/shop/crochetgoomis/Preorder Crochet Goomis on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/1837837066Explore the world of Crochet Goomis:https://clubcrochet.com/goomis/Follow Battle Goomis on BackerKit:https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/louie-s-loops/battle-goomis-the-craftable-card-game/pre-launchExplore Club Crochet:https://clubcrochet.com/Visit Louie’s Loops:https://louiesloops.com/Be sure to follow Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast so you do not miss future conversations about crochet, creativity, amigurumi, and building a handmade business.Share this episode with a crocheter, maker, or creative entrepreneur who needs a reminder that one small idea can grow into something far greater than they imagined.SIMPLY HOOKED LINKSJoin Our Skool Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch⁠

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

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

Have you ever looked around and felt like every other maker, crochet designer, or creative business owner is growing faster than you? Maybe they are releasing new patterns, posting consistently, launching collections, and showing up online while you feel like you can barely keep up with real life.In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I’m sharing a personal mindset reset after taking nearly two months away from the podcast. At the beginning of the year, I had big goals for my crochet business, but after our family made the decision to relocate, the next few months were full of moving logistics, realtors, buying and selling a house, packing, unpacking, working full-time, childcare, sickness, and trying to settle into a new season.If this episode encourages you, share it with a crochet friend, maker, or creative business owner who needs the reminder that she is not behind.Find beginner-friendly crochet patterns at marcymade.co.

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