Do you have piles of unfinished crochet projects tucked away in baskets and bags? In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, we dive deep into the world of crochet WIPs (Works in Progress). Whether you’re a beginner crocheter or a seasoned maker with a growing yarn stash, you’ll learn practical tips to organize, track, and actually finish your projects—without feeling overwhelmed.

I’ll walk you through my favorite WIP tracking methods, how to set realistic crochet goals, and why using a crochet project planner can transform your workflow. You’ll discover strategies for managing multiple amigurumi patterns, keeping your yarn inventory under control, and finding joy in every stitch—even when projects pile up.

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✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
● Why crocheters accumulate so many WIPs and how to avoid “project guilt”
● Simple systems for organizing crochet patterns, yarn, and tools
● How to create a crochet WIP tracker or planner that actually works
● Tips for staying motivated and finishing crochet projects faster
● Ways to turn your unfinished WIPs into crochet gifts, donations, or items to sell

If you’ve ever felt stuck in WIP overload, this episode will help you reclaim your crochet confidence, finish more projects, and fall back in love with the craft you started for joy.

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What happens when something you make with your own two hands ends up in one of the most iconic places in the world? In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I’m taking you back to 2014—before I ever had an Etsy shop, before I started designing crochet patterns, and before I dreamed this business would exist.

This isn’t a “how-to” episode. It’s a story—a reminder that the work of your hands matters more than you realize. I share the behind-the-scenes of how my hippo landed in Times Square, the lessons it taught me about showing up, and why I even started this podcast in the first place: to leave a legacy of stories and encouragement my kids can one day listen to.

✨ In this episode you’ll hear:
● The true story of how my crocheted hippo was featured in Times Square

● Why sharing your creativity—even in small ways—can lead to big opportunities

● The importance of leaving a creative legacy for your loved ones

● Encouragement to keep putting your handmade work into the world

Whether you crochet for fun, for business, or simply for yourself, I hope this story inspires you to keep creating and sharing. Because you never know when your “hippo moment” might come.

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!

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Today, I’m joined by the lovely Emily, the creative heart behind Emily Makes Crochet. Emily has been crocheting since she was just 12 years old, and now, as a busy mom of two girls, she’s balancing family life, part-time work at a ceramic shop, and her thriving crochet business.

In this conversation, Emily opens up about how crochet has brought her joy through every season of life—whether it’s during carpool lines, late-night stitches, or creating new designs that bring her community together.

We talk about her journey from hobby to business, the challenges and wins of running a creative brand while raising kids, and the way her online community has supported and inspired her along the way.

Emily’s story is such a reminder that creativity doesn’t have to wait for the perfect season—it can weave itself beautifully into our everyday lives.

If you’re looking for encouragement to chase your creative spark (even in the middle of a busy schedule), you’ll love this conversation.

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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

🔆⁠⁠Join The Next Crochet Kit Club⁠⁠

🔆⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

🔆⁠⁠Shop My Crochet Patterns⁠⁠⁠⁠

🔆⁠⁠Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book⁠

🧶⁠Grab Some Crochet Merch

🧶⁠Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern⁠⁠