Understanding how to work with graphs can seem intimidating at first, yet once you learn the basics, you'll be shocked at how easy it really is. We'll explain what you can make, what stitches to use, how graphs differ from charts, how to read them, and how to finish your graph projects. Let's get started! How to Read and Use a Graph What can I make using a graph? Graphs are useful when you want to create a graphic, and it involves colorwork. In other words, if it involves changing yarn colors often within rows, rather than at the beginning or end of rows. You can use items you've made with gra ..read more

Caron Cakes are gorgeous #4 weight yarns with long color transitions and stunning hues! Caron Cakes color-changing yarns now include the Baby Cakes line with pastel shades perfect for baby gifts, and Big Cakes in a large 300g ball. (There are additional new varieties in lighter and heavier weights, as well as different textures, but we'll stick to these for the moment.) Now that you've gotten your hands on some of these Caron Cakes, what do you crochet with them? We've got some great patterns for you! Color-changing cake pattern #1 – Scholarship Scarf by Emily Truman Happily Hooked Issue #41 ..read more

Crocheting brings a lot of joy to life, but over time it can also cause some bodily pain and discomfort. Sitting and leaning over a project for several hours may result in neck soreness, backache, and even wrist cramps. Did you know that there are several ways to relieve muscle soreness and increase blood flow that don’t even require you to leave your seat? If you’re struggling to stay comfortable while practicing your craft, give the following chair stretches a try. 1. Shoulder & Neck Stretch Neck pain makes it difficult to do anything – even turning your head slightly can cause pain and ..read more

Crocheting for any length of time can cause pain, so we now bring you some ways to prevent pain when you crochet. Someone wise (?) said, “to live is to love.” You gotta love what you do. That’s why we crochet, right? Now, one of the lessons that we have learned through life is that sometimes love hurts. So, you either face it and deal with it, OR you try to prevent it. We know that many of you crochet up to the point where you really shouldn't anymore. When the pain becomes too much, your hands, back, and shoulders can ache. This doesn’t mean that you have to stop crocheting; it just means tha ..read more

The list of unique crochet gift patterns we have for you is so fun that you'll be thrilled to add them to your crochet to-do project list. And now you'll always be ready when those little gift-giving occasions pop up! Hopefully, the holidays are over, and all those handmade gifts are done, delivered, and have delighted their recipients. Now you have time to crochet for fun! Remember, gift-giving doesn’t end with the holidays. There are those little gifts throughout the year that pop up. You know — the hostess gift for your neighbor who has the girls over for cocktails. Or maybe the “thank you ..read more

We've scoured the internet for the most adorable crochet baby blanket patterns and they are free! These projects are great to crochet whether you know someone who has a baby on the way, you need a birthday gift for a little one, or you're just looking for something to whip up for the craft sale. If you haven't checked out Happily Hooked magazine yet, here is what we are all about, from our beautiful social media guru, Sam. 10 Adorable Free Crochet Baby Patterns 1.  Wrap Me In Sunshine Blanket Free Crochet Pattern “This pattern works beautifully with the Lion Brand Cupcake yarn. The Cupc ..read more

I would never leaf you without the crochet patterns you need! And if you need leaf crochet patterns, then darn it, I'll give you leaf patterns! And really pretty leaf patterns, while I'm at it. Whether it's autumn and you want crochet leaves in gorgeous warm tones to set the mood, or it's spring and you want beautiful green leaves to express your joy, I have them for you. But first, hey, Happily Hooked Leaftime Members, don't overlook the awesome tutorial already in your library! This gorgeous Maple Leaf is by Eléna Leprêtre in Happily Hooked magazine September 2017 (Issue #42). Available as ..read more

No one wants to buy doilies. Etsy takes too many fees. Facebook? I gave that up for Lent and never looked back! Excuses, am I right?  I’m talking to myself, here, because those are just a few of the excuses I used to make for not following through with my dream of earning an income off of crochet. However, when I started seeing more and more makers actually making real money, I finally had to stop blaming Etsy and Facebook and start looking at myself. If you’re in the same boat, I can save you some time and painful self-reflection by giving you 4 tips to position yourself to actually make ..read more

We have a roundup of FREE Fourth of July crochet patterns to help you celebrate Independence Day in the prettiest way possible! So, grab these patterns, your hook, and your yarn, and enjoy a cool drink and some uninterrupted time with your favorite hobby. (And just think about how happy your pets will be without the scary thunder rockets in the skies, while you're at it.) Without further ado, we present: 4 FREE Fourth of July Patterns For you to take and make! Each of these patterns has the benefit of being compact so you can take it with you, each uses relatively little yarn, so you may ..read more

Welcome to a look at the top crochet patterns for this month's issue of Pattern Pack Pro Magazine! These are the patterns our members can't wait to get their hands on from the latest issue! Every month our amazing publishers, Courtney and Shawna, launch a new issue full of wonderful crochet patterns by our top designers from all over the world. These patterns are triple-tested to make sure they are easy-to-follow and as close to flawless as possible! We share the top crochet patterns that our members rave about most and update them here every month. Don't miss it! And don't miss our Happily Ho ..read more