Newsletter

Summer isn’t officially here yet, but it sure feels like it! The days are getting longer and hotter; daylight savings is upon us (well, not in Queensland); and it’s time to swap your crochet blankets for more lightweight and breathable projects that won’t weigh you down in the warmer weather.

With under 3 months left until Christmas, it’s time to prepare! This month we take a look at hand made decorations and gifts for you and the important people in your life.

Summertime is just around the corner, and we can’t get through summer without the essential crocheted bag. What’s more crocheted bags are trending! Get ahead of the trend making your own! Read about what’s available at Crochet Australia and catch up with all the other happenings in this months’ newsletter

You don’t have to be Einstein to Crochet! Anyone can do it and it just requires a little investment to get the right tools and you’ll be set with a craft that can bring you a lifetime of enjoyment.

This month we also celebrate a significant milestone for Crochet Australia as we explore recent developments in Yarn Art.

As the cool weather begins to descend upon on us, we all begin to reach out for our cover ups – for ourselves, family pets and other non-living things. Read our newsletter for inspiration patterns and what you can cover up as the weather cools down

One of the cutest crochet trends for 2024 is amigurumi – the art of creating small animals and creatures in crochet and knitting. There are some fantastic new patterns and yarns out there – read on to find out more!

One of this years’ fashion trends is upcycling – repurposing old crochet items such as doilies/squares or afghans and turning them into something new, or refreshing old garments via embellishing them with flowers or patches, or adding crochet panels.

With the Easter holidays on the horizon, it’s time to look at easy travel craft so that your prepared for your travels

Welcome to 2024! This month at Crochet Australia we look through the crystal ball to see what 2024 has in hold – what’s trending and what’s happening – so you can make a head start on planning your crochet year

Summer is well and truly on our doorstep with the warm winds of a changing season knocking on our door. Our newsletter this month looks at summer crafting you can explore.

Summer is well and truly on our doorstep with the warm winds of a changing season knocking on our door. Our newsletter this month looks at summer crafting you can explore.

I know it’s only October, but if the last few months are any indication, Christmas will be here in no time at all – hence our theme this month – Heading into the Holidays. Because let’s face it, gifts made with love take time!

Welcome to Spring!  A brilliant time of the year when the gardens all begin to grow with vibrant colours.  Hence our theme this month – Spring Cleaning.  But it’s not all about the drudgery of cleaning.

Granny Square Day is August 15th! We take a look at granny squares, and all shapes of motifs and explore patterns and more!

One of our favourite items to make for this time of the year is an Afghan/Blanket. See our selection of patterns, yarns and kits, as well as what is coming up at Crochet Australia this month, and view our customer makes

This month we look at our range of kits. Kits make fabulous gifts for your fellow crafty family and friends, are great for when you are on the move, or just to ensure you have everything you need.

Winter is on the horizon, so this month we take a look at Jumpers and Jackets and everything in between.

Easter is in the air, and we have some fabulous Easter Crochet ideas – patterns, kits, yarns and supplies – that will make this Easter extra special.

When I think of Mandalas I think of beautiful colours and pretty stitch patterns that brighten a room and add a sense of peace to an area. Learn more about the crocheted mandala and find beautiful patterns, yarns and kits

What a busy month February is turning out to be! Registration for the tournament opened today and already we have been inundated with people signing up.  So if you have... View more

Every New Year brings about emotions and thoughts on what you want to change in your life. How you see yourself in the coming year ahead or who you would like to spend more time with such as family, friends or dare I say it Crochet/Craft groups. Read our newsletter for ideas to set your new years crafting resolutions

Whether you are new to crochet, knitting or tatting, you can’t have enough tools to do your craft – and of course it is more than hooks or needles or shuttles. Our theme this month is accessorizing your toolkit – so take a read and see how many of these you already have or need

8 October is I Love Yarn Day – read our newsletter to find out how we are helping you celebrate and more.

It’s Spring! Reflect this in your daily life with your very own handmade bags and purses in bright fresh colours.

Have the freedom of just expressing yourself and be creative with freeform. This month we explore free form crochet – I think its the perfect accompaniment to watching the Commonwealth Games!

This month is all about Edgings. The perfect edging to frame your work is one of the most important decisions you can make.

Making your own afghan or blanket has so many benefits – apart from the tremendous enjoyment from the act of crocheting or knitting itself, and the satisfaction from completing it, you can cosy up under it while you are making it! 

Are you prepared for the cooler weather coming our way?  It has been slowly creeping in in the Southern States with daily highs below the 20s.    I find the secret to staying warm is layering up with winter warming accessories that can be added to any outfit.

Those cool Autumn evenings and mornings have begun to set in here on the Sunshine Coast and elsewhere – and what better time to get started on gift giving for Easter, Anzac and Mothers Day. Read on for inspirational gifts and ideas this season.

As we reach the end of summer and the long warm days, many are turning indoors for the winter and looking at ways to spruce up their place. Read about this and more about what’s happening at Crochet Australia this month.

Boho style is hip – but how do you get it without spending big bucks at the stores? Create it yourself! Read our newsletter to find out more about this style, get inspiration and see what’s in store. Here at Crochet Australia we love helping you turn your wishlist into reality!

Summer is nearly in full swing and it’s time to step out in style with hand-made fashion and accessories.

The silly season is almost here – This year we are introducing something new to spread the Christmas cheer. Would you like to join in our Twelve Makes of Christmas for some festive crochet fun?

What is novelty crochet you say? Novelty is where our creativity with crochet stitches comes together …. And is limited only by your imagination.   It can be whimsical to bring laughter and joy or be practical. Read more about this and what’s happening at Crochet Australia during October

This In our newsletter this month we look at some fabulous makes for Mum for Mothers Day, with a selection of special kits, feature our customer makes and more. month at Crochet Australia we are stepping up the fun and highlighting different ways you can use beads in your work.

This In our newsletter this month we look at some fabulous makes for Mum for Mothers Day, with a selection of special kits, feature our customer makes and more. month at Crochet Australia we are stepping up the fun and highlighting different ways you can use beads in your work.

This In our newsletter this month we look at some fabulous makes for Mum for Mothers Day, with a selection of special kits, feature our customer makes and more. month at Crochet Australia we are stepping up the fun and highlighting different ways you can use beads in your work.

Today not only marks the start of winter, but is also the start of Stage 2 of the Crochet Tournament. Winter means fabulous time to crochet afghans – read about this and more in our June 2021 newsletter

May is the lead up to a busy few months in all things Crochet……. And with winter just around the corner it is a great time to clear out that stash with winter projects and make room for new season yarns

This In our newsletter this month we look at some fabulous makes for Mum for Mothers Day, with a selection of special kits, feature our customer makes and more. month at Crochet Australia we are stepping up the fun and highlighting different ways you can use beads in your work.

This month we look at amigurumi (pronounced amee-goo-roo-me), which refers to the art of crocheting or knitting stuffed animals and more.

What can you crochet with cotton? The answer will astound you…

This month at Crochet Australia we are stepping up the fun and highlighting different ways you can use beads in your work.

With the summer holidays approaching and many across the country still at home, it’s a great time to get kids into craft activities.

The beauty of creating with yarn is the ability to use the simplest of stitches and tools to create anything that your imagination desires. Whether this be practical to use in your day-to-day life or an expression of art to add decoration

Home décor and gardening are some areas that have been great to occupy the days at home. Add a personal touch with some hand made projects using T-Shirt yarn.

It’s cool to wear crochet outfits again! What better way to show your love for the kids in your life than making them their own crocheted outfits?

Winter crochet projects are always fun to work on – they’re plush, comfy, and specifically designed to keep you warm. It makes for a cozy activity to craft when it’s cold out, too. Garments for winter months are the perfect thing – they are practical, can be worn for any occasion and make great gifts

Winter crochet projects are always fun to work on – they’re plush, comfy, and specifically designed to keep you warm. It makes for a cozy activity to craft when it’s cold out, too. Garments for winter months are the perfect thing – they are practical, can be worn for any occasion and make great gifts

Get ready for winter with afghans and throws. Read our newsletter for afghan inspiration, see what’s happening at Crochet Australia and which afghan is on my hook at the moment –

Those who know me will know that I love my crocheted jewellery. Hence our theme this month, creating your own jewellery pieces.

Those who know me will know that I love my crocheted jewellery. Hence our theme this month, creating your own jewellery pieces.

Those who know me will know that I love my crocheted jewellery. Hence our theme this month, creating your own jewellery pieces.