Free crochet pattern, just in time for easter! These work up small enough to fit inside of eggs or attach to keychains. Want a bigger plush? Size up to Super Bulky (6) yarn, a 5.5mm hook, and 14mm eyes. ko-fi.com/post/Free-Pa... #freecrochetpattern #crochetfriends #eastercrafts #crochet #amigurumi

I've set up a community on Skool for adults who want to take my crochet and art classes. When I have enough members, I will start posting free crochet lessons and gradually build a library of premium content www.skool.com/goblincraft-...

Working up another #crochet pattern and tutorial. What do you think? Should I do gumdrop bunnies as well?

Want to make this super cute mushroom lip balm holder? Good news: I made a tutorial, and it's FREE. Video tutorial: youtu.be/YSiSn_xc1XE Written pattern: ko-fi.com/post/Crochet... #crochet #mushroomfriends #freecrochetpattern #freecrochettutorial

I just wanted to hop on to let folks know I'm still alive, and while I've paused work on Crochet Coffee Shop again, I haven't abandoned it, I promise! I just have to focus on work that pays today rather than tomorrow, so I can only work on the book when I have a rare break. I appreciate you.

I've been quiet for a couple of days because I haven't been feeling well, but I did get the donut and bagel patterns done. Now I'm working on the "extra toppings" chapter. #crochet

Cold and windy day today. Perfect day to put on my favorite hoodie and work on some #crochet! How's the weather where you're at?

Didn't get any crochet done yesterday because I had a migraine, but I'm feeling much better today. So, back to work! Today's task: Bagel and donut pattern #crochet

One week left of my "break" to work on this book. I'm feeling really great about what I've accomplished so far! I probably won't finish before school starts back up, but I should be able to knock out at least two more chapters before then. #crochet #amigurumi #noAIart #crochetcoffeeshop

Because I can't leave well enough alone, I designed a little frosting "hat" so you can use to transform your muffins into cupcakes. #amigurumi #crochetedtoys #crochet

#Crochet macarons - one of many patterns you'll be able to find in my Crochet Coffee Shop book once it's published! I made them with Premier Basix Worsted, and held the tower together with a wooden skewer.

Work continues! Today, I focused on making muffins. I plan on doing five more "flavors" for the book, then I will start on the cupcake pattern (which is similar, but different enough to need its own page.) #crochet #amigurumi

Hello, beans! It's been a while. Apparently, it's kind of hard to publish a book of crochet patterns while also being a functioning adult. Who knew? Anyway, I have two weeks off from teaching, so I'll be focusing on this for a while. Stay tuned! #crochet #amigurumi #crochetcoffeeshop

UPDATE! I have finished writing the patterns for #Crochet Coffee Shop. I'm taking a little breather, and then I will be sending the collection to my pattern testers.

Work continues on #Crochet Coffee Shop, my collection of #amigurumi patterns for interactive play! Yesterday, I completed a pattern for an iced coffee. The lid comes off and it can be filled with coffee inserts just like the other cups. Today, I will make boba. Stay tuned!

The platform I teach on, my main source of income, has been showing signs of what I affectionately refer to as "techbroitis." They have become so fixated on developing cutting-edge features that will redefine the industry that they've forgotten what their business actually is.

Me: Wow, that class went really well! Parent: (removes student and leaves 2 star review.) 🥲

I scheduled a week off from teaching to focus on my book, and ended up coming down with a mystery virus that laid me out the entire week 😢

I went to the zoo today, and while I was there, I hid four little #amigurumi toys with a tag that said "I'm not lost, I'm just alone. If you love me, take me home!" Someone found this prairie dog, followed the link on my card, and sent me $25 🥹

When my cat Appa likes somebody, he hits them in the face with his tail. It's how he says, "I love you." Lately, he's started doing it to my computer monitor when my remote students are on the screen.

Love #CrochetPatterns? Want to get updates on my #CrochetCoffeeShop project? Follow my ko-fi! (A little donation to help keep the lights on is also very welcome! ♥)

Alright, my working "vacation" is over and it's back to teaching for me, but here's what I accomplished: • finished the final version of the espresso machine with removable portafilter • made a bagel and toppings • made a muffin • made a muffin again, but bigger #amigurumi #crochet #crafts #toys

I ended up having to rest my wrist for two days before I could pick up the hook again. Today is the last day of my break from teaching, so I'm going to try to get the larger muffin pattern done now. 😊 I may keep the original muffin pattern in the book as a "mini muffin." #crochet #amigurumi

Had to take a #crochet break yesterday because my wrist said I was done for the day. I may have to limit how much I work on the coffee shop today, but I at least want to revisit the muffin and make it a little larger. #amigurumi

The #crochet coffee shop collection is coming along. All of these items are original #amigurumi patterns by me! It is an interactive playset with a lot of cool details. I took a week off from work to focus on this project, so if you'd like to put some bread in my jar, check out my ko-fi ❤️

3 versions of the pattern later, I have developed a crocheted espresso machine with a removable portafilter that doesn't need velcro or magnets to work. I'm currently on track to have the pattern collection done by the end of July, as I originally planned. #amigurumi #crochet

Kawaii drawing of one of my favorite animals: a red river hog. Or as I call it, "phot-hog-rapher." :D I'm sorry. I'll probably do it again though. #puns #kawaii #art #zoo #I'mBadAtHashtags

A very early look at a project I've been working on the past few months. There are a few items I still want to make & I want to improve a few things. My goal is to have a book of patterns ready to go this summer. #CrochetCoffeeShop #crochet #crafts #fiberarts #DIY #amigurumi #coffee #Barista

I ordered a 20lb box of mystery chenille from #PremierYarns and it's due to arrive today. My students have demanded an unboxing video, so keep an eye out for that! #crochet #yarn #fiberart

Yesterday, my students were talking about the things they've made with their 3D printers. Meanwhile I still have a stack of this stuff in my office...

My spring break is over and it's back to teaching! Today I showed my students how to use a real-life reference to create a kawaii illustration, using one of my favorite memes as an example #art #kawaii #chickens #cats

Experimenting with draw-alongs for my grown-up friends who need a little art therapy. This is what I drew during our first session together. #art

I'm very sad today, so I doodled something warm and happy during my 45-minute illustration class.

I had a parent contact me because they took my self-paced (recorded lessons) crochet class several months ago, but the student got frustrated and gave up just a few lessons in. Now the student wants to pick it back up, but it's been so long that the classroom has closed. 🧵

When you're having a nice nap and the dog starts barking #cats

Our internet was down last night and Appa couldn't watch his shows. He was getting a little frustrated, I think. #cats

My 20-minute drawing tutorial student upgraded to a 45-minute class. I like that we can do more with scenes and detail now instead of just rushing through drawing characters. Here's my illustration, done during class. Prompt was "picnic." #Art

This has been a whole process. Overall, I'm very pleased with the results. #crochet #amigurumi #crafts

So we can put a man on the moon but we can't make wheels for a desk chair that won't eat my yarn? #CrochetProblems

Some of the 20-minute kawaii drawing tutorials I did with my students recently. #Art #MakeArt #ArtForKids

Working on a new pattern. I have to take a break for now because my eyes are crossing, but I have plans for lots of customizable options and accessories. #crochet #amigurumi #interactiveplay

Found out yesterday that one of my former students passed away. I don't know how. She was only 16.

Snow day! Ngl, more than a little relieved that I won't be teaching in-person this week considering all the bugs that are circulating right now. Even with the mask, my risk is still higher than most.

I crocheted Appa a mouse. Carnage ensued. #crochet #CatsOfBlueSky #CatSky #Crafts #Cats

Trying to decide if I should put this one in my online shop or my physical shop. 6x4 acrylic on canvas #art #painting #OriginalArt

Same pattern, different yarn. This is one of the patterns that will be included in my collection of mini amigurumi patterns, small enough for keychains and mini claw games. #crochet #crafts #fiberart #amigurumi All of these were made with #PremierYarn

Appa is always trying to look out of this window, but couldn't do so without getting on the table, which is a big no-no. So I bought him a little shelf of his own. He claimed it immediately and it's now the first place he goes when he comes into the shed.

Pet Peeve: when I'm trying to answer a student's question or give them instruction and the parent keeps talking over me to tell the student how to do it instead. Like, what are you paying me for right now?

I need to take proper pictures before I list it for sale, but I was too excited to wait. Meet my latest creation! #crochet #amigurumi #mushroom #fungifriends