BHP095: Warm Up America Challenge 2019 Preview
Are you ready for the challenge? I hope so because this year is going to be a big one. In the 2019 Crochet Challenge for Warm Up America we will be working through a Lap blanket for the wounded...
View ArticleHappy New Year! | BHooked Podcast Episode 96
Happy New Year BHooked Podcast Listeners! I want to keep it short and sweet today so you can spend time with your loved ones this holiday season. Today it’s just you and me in a quick catch up session...
View Article5 (More) Types of Crochet to Try | BHooked Podcast Episode 97
Looking for new types of crochet techniques to try this year? In today’s episode, I’ll expand on a previous episode and share five more types of crochet to try in the New year! If you haven’t heard...
View ArticleSlow Knitting | BHooked Podcast Episode 98
Have you heard of slow knitting? Not the kind of slow knitting we might be familiar with – how slow it can sometimes be to finish a project. This is much deeper and it’s not just for knitters either!...
View Article5 Must Know Crochet Tips to Improve Your Skills This Year | BHooked Podcast...
Do you need crochet tips to get better at your craft this year? If so, you’re in the right place! I’m on a mission in 2019 to provide you with as many crochet tips as possible to help you improve your...
View ArticleHow to Get a Job in Fiber Arts | BHooked Podcast Episode 100
Curious how to get a job in fiber arts? Before I started B.Hooked, I thought working in the fiber arts industry was only a dream. I remember thinking that doing what you love and making a living doing...
View ArticleProject Journey of Crochet Challenge for Warm Up America 2019 | BHooked...
Are you Participating in this year’s Crochet Challenge for Warm Up America? In today’s episode I’ll share the project journey so you can hear first hand what went into designing the 2019 Crochet...
View ArticleTips for Busy Makers | BHooked Podcast Episode 102
Are You a Busy Maker Trying to Maximize Your Crochet or Knit Time? It’s not easy to balance life, responsibilities and a hobby. We have to experiment and see what works. In today’s episode, you’ll...
View ArticleCrochet Tools to Have | BHooked Podcast Episode 103
Overwhelmed by all the crochet tools available? One thing I love about our hobby is that it requires very little supplies. Just a hook, scissors, darning needle and some yarn is really all you need....
View Article“Yarn Punk” with Knot Bad Crochet | BHooked Podcast Episode 104
A New Genre of Crochet We often use crochet as a form of self expression without really thinking about it. Yarn isn’t something we do, it’s more of who we are. Until recently, there hasn’t been a way...
View ArticlePlan Your Projects So You Get Them Done | BHooked Podcast Episode 105
Do you struggle to finish your projects? It’s so hard to get them all done. There’s an old saying that goes “failing to plan in planning to fail”. I have this posted on my wall as a daily reminder that...
View ArticleAll About Tunisian Crochet | BHooked Podcast Episode 106
All About Tunisian Crochet Tunisian crochet is one of my favorite forms of crochet. Using a different style of hook, with Tunisian crochet you’re able to create stitches that are completely unique. You...
View ArticleMaking Easy, Yet Pretty Pieces in Crochet & Knitting | BHooked Podcast...
Pretty doesn’t have to be complicated When was the last time you looked at a crochet or knit piece and thought to yourself, “that looks way to complicated for me!”? Well, I’d be willing to bet it’s not...
View ArticleTips for Writing Your Own Patterns | BHooked Podcast Episode 109
Do you want to start writing crochet patterns? Maybe you strive to be a crochet designer or you just want to record the pattern for your own reference. Either way, I think you’ll find this episode...
View ArticleCrochet Blogging – A Real Life Story | BHooked Podcast Episode 110
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a crochet blogger? Maybe it’s your goal to start a crochet blog but you’re just not sure if it’s right for you. Starting a crochet blog is the best...
View ArticleTech Editing & Gauge – What You Need To Know | BHooked Podcast Episode 111
Are you hung up on tech editing and gauge? Whether you aspire to be a professional tech editor, need to learn how to tech edit your own patterns or simply have no clue what gauge is there is something...
View ArticleSide Hustle Yarn Business Meets Full Time Job | BHooked Podcast Episode 112
Are you trying to balance your full time job and your side hustle yarn business? This is no easy task. Finding a balance usually involves is a ton of trial and error, lots of help from your friends and...
View ArticleColor Theory and Crochet | BHooked Podcast Episode 113
Need help choosing Colors for your next project? In this episode of the BHooked Podcast I’ll walk you through the basics of color theory and how you can relate it to your next project. I recently wrote...
View ArticleThe Story of a Crochet Business Owner | BHooked Podcast Episode 114
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to earn a living with crochet? It seems crazy, I know, but you can make a living with crochet. There are hundreds (dare I say thousands?) of people out...
View ArticleGetting Started with Tapestry Crochet | BHooked Podcast Episode 115
Take your crochet up a notch with tapestry crochet Have you ever seen a project where words were magically incorporated into the stitches? Or maybe what looked like a photograph from a distance but was...
View ArticleFinding Your Place in the Crochet Community & World of Publishing | BHooked...
Are you ready to start publishing your designs? Listen to this first! Making the decision to start publishing your crochet and knit patterns may be the best thing you ever did but it’s not always easy....
View ArticleThree Big Struggles for Makers & Overcoming Them | BHooked Podcast Episode 117
Are you struggling to stay on top of your maker business? You’re so not alone, friend! We may not see it from the outside looking in, however, many makers are struggling with the same problems....
View ArticleWriting Simple Crochet Patterns | BHooked Podcast Episode 118
Are you ready to write your first crochet pattern? Well don’t worry, it’s much easier to write your first crochet pattern if you keep it nice and simple to start out! Basic shapes and stitches are the...
View ArticleDestress with Crochet & Spread Your Message | BHooked Podcast Episode 119
What does crochet mean to you? For so many of us crochet is more than just a hobby. I know for me it’s a creative outlet, a way to express myself and most importantly, a way of life. So what does...
View ArticleTips for Making YouTube Tutorials | BHooked Podcast Episode 120
Do you want to share what you know about crochet and knitting through tutorials on YouTube? Making the decision to put my first tutorial up on YouTube was quite literally life changing, I just didn’t...
View ArticleGranny Square Inspiration | BHooked Podcast Episode 121
Are you looking for a quick and portable project? The granny square is perfect! You can turn them into just about anything – blankets, purses, coasters, totes…and they work up with scraps and a few...
View ArticleSix Steps to an Organized Yarn Stash | BHooked Podcast Episode 122
Is your yarn stash out of control? Don’t worry, it happens to the best of us! I usually need to sort through and organize my yarn stash at least once a year. Admittedly, this isn’t something I love...
View ArticleFive Tips for Ordering Yarn Online | BHooked Podcast Episode 123
Are you afraid of ordering yarn online because you need to see and feel it first? Maybe you’ve tried before and it wasn’t the right color or even worse, the textured wasn’t what you expected. This has...
View ArticleWhat You Wanted to Know About Fiber | Episode 124
Confused about what fiber to use for your project? You could learn the hard way or you can listen to this episode of the yarn mini-series for a place to start! Truth is, selecting the “right” fiber for...
View ArticleBest Practices for Yarn Substitution | BHooked Podcast Episode 125
Have you ever made a pattern yarn substitution and it didn’t turn out quite right? Either the size was off or the finished project didn’t look the same. Can I get a yes?! I had to learn the hard way...
View ArticleThe Benefits of Wooden Crochet Hooks | BHooked Podcast Episode 126
Curious about why so many crocheters love working with wooden crochet hooks? This episode will help you see the benefits of working with wooden crochet hooks so you can decide if they are right for...
View ArticleCrafting Made Simple with Stitch & Story | BHooked Podcast Episode 127
What does “Crafting Made Simple” mean to you? This episode is about exploring what it means for yarn to do more for us than just make pretty things. Specifically how simplicity and stories can help us...
View ArticleBasic Crochet Garment Design & Tips | BHooked Podcast Episode 128
Ready to create your first basic crochet garment? It’s probably not as difficult as you might think but it’s good to have a feel for basic crochet garment design before diving in. You don’t know what...
View ArticleMastering Instagram for Makers | BHooked Podcast Episode 129
Do you want to increase your engagement on Instagram? Although it’s the place many of us hang out for fun and for the community, if you’re using it for your maker business you need to master the basics...
View ArticleWhat You Wanted to Know About Gauge Part 1 | BHooked Podcast Episode 130
Are you completely confused by gauge? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! I turned to my Instagram community again this week to bring you another “what you wanted to know episode” to find out exactly what...
View ArticleWhat You Wanted to Know About Gauge Part 2 | BHooked Podcast Episode 131
Are you still completely confused by gauge? No worries! I’m back this week to answer even more of your questions about gauge. Here’s the scoop… Don’t worry, you’re not alone! I turned to my Instagram...
View ArticleBlending Embroidery with Crochet | BHooked Podcast Episode 131
Did you know you can use crochet as the foundation for embroidery? I was blown away when I learned about Andy from O & Y Studio, a talented maker in this community who blends her crochet and...
View ArticleTurning Inspiration into a Design | BHooked Podcast Episode 133
You don’t have to be a designer to use your surroundings to inspire your projects. Truth is, you can inject little aspects of you, your likes and your world into anything you make. This episode and my...
View ArticleA Day in the Life of Brittany (Updated) | BHooked Podcast Episode 135
A (flexible) routine keeps me focused, productive and happy. Honestly, I don’t know what I would do without my daily and weekly routines. You can say I’m a creature of habit – for good reason. Habits...
View ArticleCrafting Business – A Real Life Story | BHooked Podcast Episode 136
Have you been thinking about trying to earn additional income from your hobby? Whether you’re ready to take the plunge and turn your hobby into a full time job or you just want to earn a little extra...
View ArticleThe Knit Vibe | BHooked Podcast Episode 137
What does knitting and crochet do for you? I’ve been on a journey this year of discovering my place in the community and how my strengths and values can enrich someone’s life. I’ve learned that...
View ArticleMinimalism for Makers & Crafters | BHooked Podcast Episode 138
Being a maker means lots of decisions and lots of “stuff”. I don’t know about you but sometimes that can feel a little overwhelming. Yarn that seems it’ll never get used. Pattern decisions. Project...
View ArticleDying Yarn and Leveling Up your Projects (and Maker Business) | BHooked...
Are you looking for a way to take your projects to the next level? Try dying your own yarn! In this episode you’ll hear from Ashley, talented dyer and maker behind Montana Crochet. Her passion for...
View ArticleFinding and Sourcing Yarn When It’s Less Available In Your Area | BHooked...
In this episode you’ll hear from Caitie of Thoresby Cottage, talented designer and crochet addict located in South Africa where yarn resources are a bit limited. In order to grow in her craft and...
View ArticleAnother Crochet Challenge For Warm Up America this year! | BHooked Podcast...
In this episode of the BHooked Podcast you’ll hear from Sarah at Warm Up America about this seasons Made With Love | Crochet Challenge for Warm Up America event and why we would love for you to...
View ArticleNo Dream is Too Big | BHooked Podcast Episode 142
In this episode of the BHooked Podcast you’ll hear Jessica from The Hook Nook share her biggest, most exciting secret. When you’re hearing this, it’s no longer a secret, however, when we recorded this...
View ArticleBlogging Strategies for Makers | BHooked Podcast Episode 143
In this episode of the BHooked Podcast you’ll hear from, Brittany, creative entrepreneur behind the popular blogs Ideal Me, Dabbles and Babbles and My Yarn Club. She shares her best strategies for...
View ArticleHitting the Pause Button and Planning for Growth | BHooked Podcast Episode 144
For the first time in BHooked Podcast history, I’m hitting the pause button and planning for growth. But this is not goodbye! The BHooked Podcast will return with episode 145 in 2020. I explain all of...
View ArticleColorwork Knitting for Beginners | The BHooked Podcast Episode 107
Want to learn colorwork knitting? It is such a beautiful way to shake up your knitting routine. Here to give you a lesson in colorwork knitting and to discuss the different ways to incorporate color...
View ArticleNo More Seams in Amigurumi | BHooked Podcast Episode 134
Hate seams in amigurumi projects? Me too! I’m always worried I’ll seam the piece on crooked or that it’ll fall off someday. I know I’m not alone in this struggle so I was absolutely thrilled to chat...
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