Member Directory

Carolyn is the designer behind The Purple Poncho, a blog she started in 2013 to share her love of crochet. Taught by her Grandma Mary at a young age, she grew up surrounded by crafts—crochet, macramé, knitting, beading, sewing, and more. When her kids left home, crochet became her focus. She began by selling finished items at boutiques before moving into pattern design, where she found her passion. Carolyn holds the CGOA Master of Advanced Stitches & Techniques certification and continues to grow her skills by learning from others in the industry. She enjoys designing everything from granny squares and blankets to garments, home décor, and seasonal projects—and she’s always working on her next WIP (or PHD—projects half done).

Mistie Bush is a real estate and loan signing agent by day, but her true passion is crochet. What started as a relaxing hobby has grown into a creative business built around designing unique patterns. Fueled by coffee and a love for yarn, Mistie is focused on creating a lasting impact—both for her family and her crochet community. Each design reflects her goal to inspire others and turn creativity into something meaningful.

Nadia is the designer behind YARNutopia. She began crocheting during long hospital stays while living with Crohn’s disease, and over time, crochet became a source of comfort and accomplishment for her. In 2012, she started YARNutopia as a small shop to sell her handmade creations. A portion of every sale supports research for inflammatory bowel disease—something close to her heart. Nadia continues to share her love for crochet through her patterns and inspiring story.

Kinga is the designer and blogger behind My Hobby is Crochet. She lives in Germany with her husband and their three children and has been sharing her love of crochet online since 2012. What started as a Facebook page to share her work and favorite patterns grew into a blog in 2013, where she now posts free patterns, tutorials, and project ideas. Kinga loves being part of the crochet community and hopes her designs bring joy and inspiration to fellow makers.

Tanya Naser is the designer behind HodgePodge Crochet, a blog she started in 2011. What began as a hobby quickly grew into a creative community full of makers who share a passion for crochet and crafting. Her projects reflect the name—ranging from baby booties to crochet wire jewelry—and her blog features free crochet patterns, tutorials, and inspiration for other crafts like polymer clay, sewing, and knitting. Tanya’s work has been recognized across the industry. HodgePodge Crochet was a runner-up in the 2013 Craftsy Blogger Awards, named one of AllFreeCrochet’s top bloggers in 2014, and she served on the judges panel for The Crochet Awards in 2015. Her designs have been featured on multiple websites and in digital magazines.

Clare is the creator behind BobWilson123, a popular YouTube channel known for helpful and easy-to-follow crochet tutorials. She’s originally from England, but now lives in Sydney, Australia with her family. The name BobWilson123 comes from her beloved dog Bob, the volleyball from Cast Away, and a random number—and yes, she says she would’ve picked something different if she knew how many people would remember her for crochet! Clare learned to crochet in 2001 and has been teaching others through her YouTube channel for years. Crochet is now her full-time job, and she works over 60 hours a week making videos, writing patterns, and supporting her online community. Her success didn’t happen overnight—it took years of dedication, passion, and hard work. Clare is proud to teach crochet for a living and loves every second of what she does.

Rhelena is the dedicated designer behind Crochet N Crafts, a wonderful resource for fellow crocheters. On her website, crochetncrafts.com, she offers a large selection of free crochet patterns, including popular items like her easy hooded scarf or the simple dishcloth pattern. Rhelena's designs cover everything from practical home accessories to cozy garments and blankets. Her clear, user-friendly instructions make her patterns accessible and enjoyable for crocheters of all skill levels. Explore Crochet N Crafts for your next inspired project!

Celina is the passionate designer behind Simply Collectible Crochet, where fiber meets practicality with a touch of edginess. After rediscovering crochet as a creative outlet, she transformed her love for math and construction into designing. On her website, simplycollectiblecrochet.com, Celina shares a wealth of free crochet patterns known for their simple construction, repetition, and a hint of whimsy. Explore Simply Collectible Crochet for modern, approachable designs that are both functional and fun.