Hi, I’m Sam. I’m a crochet designer and craftivist, and this is part of my Yarn with Purpose series, where I explore how creativity and craft can make a difference. Lately, my crochet projects have become a way of caring for my community, for the planet, and for people I’ll probably never meet. I’ve been […]
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I recently completed an embroidery piece that reads “your Airbnb was my home”, beside an image of a house broken in two. It’s a quiet act of craft, but its message is urgent: in Ireland, homes are being taken away from people and converted into commodities. Children, families, and emigrants are living with the consequences. […]
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Handala Free Pattern
Craftivism, Memory, and Resistance The aim of this free crochet pattern is to be more than just a design; it’s to serve as a piece of craftivism. The tapestry features Handala, the iconic Palestinian figure created by artist Naji al-Ali, who has stood for over fifty years as a symbol of exile, resilience, and the […]
Hello, crochet friends! I wanted to share an important update regarding my shop and why I’m temporarily putting it on holiday mode until at least January 2025—or until I have a better understanding of my obligations under the EU’s new General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR). This new regulation is aimed at ensuring products sold in […]
From Cardigan Dreams to Cozy Pet Blanket! We’ve all got one… that half-finished crochet project that’s just sitting there, patiently waiting for its time to shine. For me, that project was a cardigan with a cute, festive twist: a Merry Catmas Crochet Chart! But here’s the thing—I never quite finished the cardigan. 😅 Instead of […]
This month, I’m really excited to share my latest creation: an Amigurumi Cat to support Stitchers in Solidarity for Gaza. If you saw my last vlog, I mentioned an amazing initiative by Squish & Co and Knotmoth on Instagram. They’ve launched a powerful campaign to raise funds for people in Gaza through crochet. They’ve asked […]
As part of my ongoing series, I’m exploring the many ways we can use our crochet skills to support community projects. Today, I want to share an exciting opportunity to contribute to a cause that might resonate with many of you. For those who love to knit, consider making toys and blankets for cats, especially […]
In the midst of a world often marred by conflict, finding ways to channel our hopes and messages of peace into creative outlets can be profoundly healing. Recently, I completed a crochet piece that holds deep personal and political significance. This piece features the ancient Ogham script, spelling out the word “ceasefire,” inspired by artist […]
Hey there, fellow crochet enthusiasts! Ready to dive into the world of free patterns and all the goodness they have to offer? Whether you’re a seasoned hook wielder or just starting to dip your toes into the yarn pool, there’s something special about scoring a free pattern that gets those creative juices flowing. Let’s chat […]
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How I Plan Freeform Crochet Art
Hey everyone, I’m Sam, a crochet designer and the proud owner of Jack’s Yarn. I’m thrilled to kick off a video series on YouTube, where I’ll be sharing my adventure as I attempt to create a free-form crochet cat portrait for an upcoming Arts Festival in May. This marks my first time entering such an […]
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