Author: Cilla

Cilla Richards is a crochet designer and content creator who has been publishing amigurumi patterns, crochet tutorials, and other helpful content since 2020. Originally what started as a personal passion project has turned into a resource supporting thousands of crocheters around the world each month. Outside of her love of crochet, Cilla works as a Marketer for an EdTech company that provides interactive software to help individuals build their business and entrepreneurship skills and knowledge. Outside of work, Cilla loves being creative with other arts and crafts, and enjoys spending time with her family.

Crochet tutorials

How to crochet a chain

ByCilla February 15, 2022November 3, 2024

Learn how to make a slip knot, crochet a chain and count your stitches.

Crochet resources

Crochet Quiz: January 2022

ByCilla February 1, 2022May 21, 2024

Test your crochet knowledge and have a little fun with the January 2022 Crochet Quiz!

Crochet community

Crochet Community: Karen Stangroom from Conquer Crochet

ByCilla January 25, 2022May 21, 2024

An interview with crochet community member, Karen Stangroom, owner of Conquer Crochet. Discover Karen’s crochet journey, favourite crochet projects, tips for beginners and more.

Crochet tutorials

How to hold your crochet hook and yarn

ByCilla January 18, 2022July 15, 2024

Now that you’ve gotten the items you need to start crocheting for the very first time, find out the various ways to hold your crochet hook and yarn before creating those first stitches.