Who is Designerhook

Hello Lovelies

I am a long time knitter and crocheter and have been dipping my toes in the designing industry for a little while.

The yarn industry is full of designers and amazing people who are willing to share their tips and tricks of the trade, and are just inspiring the rest of the country and world to push their boundaries and explore new and exciting adventures in yarn world.

 I have given crochet classes, and assisted with knitting for a while, I am also blessed to attend a social crochet group once a week where we all share our projects and ideas and especially new and wonderful patterns or designers.  This is such a privilege and blessing - a group of like minded ladies who are now counted as dear friends.

On this blog you will find some sage insights from a panel of South African yarnies who will share their knowledge and experiences with you and hopefully inspire new yarnies to begin the adventures in the crazy and creative world of yarn!!

You can see some of my goodies on Ravelry at https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/designerhook/patterns

or Facebook @designerhook 


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