Best Crochet Designer Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 33: Lessons from success and failure from over 11 years in the crochet design business 23:45

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Hi crochet design friends! Today is a special day, because the podcast turned ONE YEARS old today! I decided to celebrate this, with a special podcast episode where I share all of my favorite lessons from these past 11 years of crochet designing. I am not talking fluff. I am talking THE lessons that will help you tap into your successful crochet de…

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6 Lies You Hear About Crochet Business (and What's Actually True) 28:05

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Do you dream of building a profitable crochet business—but keep running into advice that sounds too good to be true, or way too limiting? It’s not just you. There are some big, persistent myths circulating in the crochet business world, and buying into them can hold you back from the abundant, flexible, and sustainable business you want. So let's b…

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S5 E9: The Story of Gealach Fola Acres with Vic & Amber Mazza 31:40

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Send us a text In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo speaks with Victor and Amber Mazza, founders of Gealach Fola Acres, about their transition from military service to becoming first-generation farmers and textile producers. They share their experiences in the Navy, their deep passion for fibre arts, and the challenges they face wit…

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From Lawyer to Full Time Patternmaker & Content Creator: A Conversation with Candice @sewbakemake 39:03

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Candice is a former lawyer turned sewing content creator and pattern designer based in Ontario, Canada. She discovered her love for sewing during her first maternity leave, initially buying a sewing machine to make baby items for her son. A friend from her prenatal class introduced her to garment sewing, and she was instantly hooked. In 2021, Candi…

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Should You Start a Crochet Pattern Membership? Everything You Need to Know 28:23

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Are you a crochet designer who dreams of generating recurring revenue, building a loyal community, or simply scaling your digital business beyond one-off sales? If so, you’ve probably heard the buzz about crochet pattern subscriptions—but is this business model the right fit for you? In this post, you'll learn how to start a crochet pattern members…

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PASSIONATE ABOUT PUNCH NEEDLE with Micah Clasper-Torch 31:14

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When Micah Clasper-Torch first designed a coat using fabric which had been embellished with punch needlework, her passion was born. Moving from the intense world of fashion design in New York to a more laid back lifestyle in California, Micah embraced the craft of punch needle and ran with it. Her passion for the craft is infectious, so much so tha…

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Crochet Business Chat Podcast is Back: Answering Crochet Business Questions 35:22

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In my Crochet Business Chat Facebook Group, crochet business owners come together to network and brainstorm solutions. We discuss everything from refining your niche, evaluating vendor opportunities, establishing a social media presence, and navigating legal concerns. The peer-to-peer support offered in this group is invaluable. But I wanted to per…

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S5 E8: Explore Weaving with Lisa Graves of Kawartha Weaving & WEFT Magazine 40:43

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Send us a text In this week’s episode, Felicia chats with Lisa Graves, co-founder and editor-in-chief of Weft Magazine. Together, they talk about how the magazine began, how it's structured, and what kinds of topics readers can look forward to. They also dive into the value of weaving education, both in-person and online, and what makes Kawartha We…

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Looking Ahead to 'Woven from Kirklees' with Nat Walton 29:36

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The 'Woven in Kirklees' textiles festival first launched in 2019 and is due to kick off for its 2025 edition this weekend. The community festival celebrates all kinds of textiles and related crafts with yarn bombs, textile art exhibitions, workshops and talks. The biennial festival runs for a whole month and this year will have 130 different events…

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S5 E7: Inside the World of CSMs with Celeste Angello 37:27

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Send us a text In this week's episode, we are excited to welcome Celeste Angello, known as the Cranky Spinster, about her journey into the world of circular sock knitting machines (CSM). They discuss the importance of community, the process of restoring antique machines, and tips for beginners looking to get started in sock knitting. Celeste shares…

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From Sewing Wedding Dresses to Crocheting a Turner Prize Winning Doily with Rachael Mills 21:09

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When Rachael Mills took up crochet as a means to giving up smoking, little did she realise that it would one day lead to her making a Turner Prize winning doily! Last year, when the Glaswegian artist Jasleen Kaur was named the winner of the Turner Prize, crocheter Racheal was celebrating at home in Blackburn. I was thrilled when she agreed to come …

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Engineering Original Knitwear Designs with Hollis @vexnot.studio 1:15:00

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Working as an Engineer by day and a knitwear designer by night, Hollis is the creator behind Vexnot Studio. A one woman business that produces knitwear and crochet designs, as well as one of a kind pieces. Incorporating yarn from Manos Del Uruguay, a non-profit supporting artisans in rural Uruguay, Hollis creates unique and eye-catching designs. In…

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Ep 32: Creating one of the most popular designs ever made with Dedri Uys - Part 2 43:08

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How did you enjoy last weeks episode of the Mind of the crochet designer podcast? During the latest episode I interviewed one of my all time favorite designers, Dedri Uys where we discussed so many things around stitch anatomy, it was like a masterclass in crochet design! This week we are continuing the interview where we dive deeper into how she c…

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S5 E6: The Evolution of Knitty & Community with Amy Sadler 54:07

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Send us a text In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo chats with Amy Sadler, editor of Knitty.com, the longest-running free knitting magazine online. They talk about how Knitty got started, Amy’s path through the knitting world, and how both the magazine and the community have evolved over the years. Together, they explore the changin…

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Celebrating 10 years of the Winwick Mum Sockalong with Christine Perry 24:05

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My guest for this episode is my yarny friend, Christine Perry, who first made an appearance on the podcast back in 2021. Since chatting back then, we have become friends and when I heard that she was gearing up to a big milestone in her sock-knitting journey, I asked her if she would like to come back onto the podcast and chat about it. Last weeken…

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Ep 31: The science behind crochet stitches that will make your design process a breeze with Dedri Uys - part 1 45:47

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I have a very special episode for the Mind of the Crochet Designer Podcast lined up for you! Oh my God, I am so stoked for this interview because I have none other than Dedri Uys in front of the microphone, the creator of one of the biggest, most popular crochet design ever, Sophies Universe, and ever since I started this podcast, she was on my sho…

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A knitwear designer & 🧶 dyer walk into their own yarn shop - ōSHən Knits & Fibres w/ Vanessa Fleming 38:31

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Hey there, fiber friends! This week on Making Conversation, I’m bringing you a chat that is full of color, creativity, and coastal charm. I sat down with Vanessa Fleming, the brilliant mind behind ōSHən Knits & Fibres, a one-of-a-kind yarn shop in Astoria, Oregon. Vanessa is a marine biologist-turned-knitwear designer and yarn dyer, and her love fo…

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S5 E5: Community, Culture & Inclusivity with Knitwear Designer Aimee Sher 46:37

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Send us a text Designer Aimee Sher joins Felicia Lo for an inspiring conversation about creativity, inclusivity, and the evolution of modern knitting. Aimee shares her journey from knitter to designer, offering a behind-the-scenes look at her thoughtful design process, her commitment to size-inclusive patterns, and how yarn choices shape her work. …

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Spreading Joy Online with Sara & Sean from Crochet in the Glen 31:49

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When I first approached Sara from Crochet in the Glen and asked if she would like to be a guest on Making Stitches Podcast, she couldn't understand why I'd want to speak to her. Like many (thousands) of other people who follow her Instagram account I'd enjoyed seeing her posts from her home on the picturesque Cowal Peninsula on the West Coast of Sc…

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Crochet for Life with Moa P. Blomqvist @honsedesign 1:11:43

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Moa P. Blomqvist is the fiber artist behind Honse. With her crochet hook as a weapon and her heart on full display, she's taken on the mission to revolutionize the public opinion on crochet. With 25 years of crochet behind her, immense love of colors and a healthy dose of nostalgia she crochets in ways you've never seen before. She lives and works …

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The Embroidery of Lorina Bulwer: An Interview with Ruth Battersby 1:05:05

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In this episode, Isabella interviews Ruth Battersby, Senior Curator of Costume and Textiles at Norfolk Museums Service. The two talk about the embroidery of Lorina Bulwer, a Victorian woman institutionalised in the Great Yarmouth Workhouse who spent her days embroidering vibrant, angry, and extremely long biographical scrolls. Images and sources ar…

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Engaging Crochet Business Content Ideas to Win Sales Without Being Pushy 30:35

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In today’s fast-paced digital world, capturing the attention of your audience is crucial. As a crochet business owner, mastering your content strategy can be a game changer. By focusing on four key content types, you can attract, nurture, and convert your audience more effectively. Use these crochet business content ideas to boost sales without bei…

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Ep 30: Behind the crochet design with Christina from A Spoonful of Yarn and Sandra from Nomad Stitches 56:00

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I recently did a collab with Plyful*, a pattern subscription site that offers monthly featured designers with exclusive interviews, patterns and masterclasses. And I had the most fun! Sandra from Nomad Stitches is the Platform host and is a designer herself as well. In all my years designing and doing commissions, I have never seen collab terms tha…

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Adapting in an evolving 🌎 of craft Part 2 w/ Britt Garber, Bea Bonanno and Jen Joyce, ep. 170 58:11

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In this special episode of Making Conversation—originally recorded and posted on our YouTube channel in late 2024—host Jen welcomes two brilliant voices in the fiber arts world: Brit of KnotBadBrit and Bea of WoolDreamers. This episode is all about building inclusive, authentic community within the crafting space, and it’s filled with warmth, wisdo…

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S5 E4: Ergonomics for Comfortable Crafting with Physical Therapist Andrea Lui 42:31

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Send us a text In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo welcomes Andrea Lui for a thoughtful conversation about crafting and health. Together, they explore the importance of ergonomics while we craft and share preventive measures to help ensure many years of comfortable, joyful making. Andrea also speaks to the powerful role crafting ca…

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The Gift of Crochet with Marianne Rawlins aka MazCrochets 24:36

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For so many of us, crochet (or any craft) is as gift which offers mental release, a chance to focus on something away from the day-to-day worries of life and that creative spark so many of us need. When Marianne Rawlins was working part-time whilst raising her very small children, crochet arrived in her life. It gave her a creative outlet and ultim…

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Lessons from the Pizza Guy: Reach Your Target Customers to Sell More Crochet 15:41

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In this episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite marketing lessons—from a college dorm room in the 1980s! 🎓🍕 Discover how a local pizza shop owner taught me everything I needed to know about finding customers and meeting them where they are. We’ll break down: ✅ How to identify your ideal crochet customer ✅ Where to find them (online and in-person) ✅…

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Ep 29: Instantly elevate your crochet designs to the next level by doing less 15:01

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Hi crochet design friends! How are you? I hope you are well. I am simply swamped, but in a good way. Busy with a new pattern release + creating all of the audios, videos, assignments and workbooks for The Immersive. My new program that will give you all the tools you need to create a design that's so great, it does the selling for you! (Social medi…

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The 2 Things Every Crochet Designer Needs to Grow a Profitable Business 21:20

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Conventional wisdom in business says that confidence is the initial key to success. But it's not confidence we need at the outset. Rather, commitment and courage set us off on the the path towards reaching our goals. So let's unpack these ideas and discover how how to make your crochet business successful, building capability and confidence along t…

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S5 E3: Weaving a Stronger Community with Radical Weavers (Mairi Breslin & Peter Dickie) 51:34

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Send us a text In this episode of the Sweet Georgia Show, Felicia explores the work of Radical Weavers, a community weaving studio in Stirling, Scotland. Founded by Mairi Breslin, the studio supports young adults from disadvantaged backgrounds through weaving workshops and inclusive teaching methods. Peter Dickie, Mairi’s son, runs the studio’s com…

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Carry On Crafting with Justine Robson 39:04

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After dreaming about a craft festival one night, Justine Robson woke up and decided she should arrange one. Two months later, she’d booked the venue (the South of England show ground) and ten months later Carry on Crafting opened its doors for the first time. This summer sees the fourth edition of the summer craft festival and with over 600 people …

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Balance Without Burnout: How to Juggle Your Crochet Business and Life Like a Professional 26:33

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In today's fast-paced world, we often find ourselves juggling multiple responsibilities. This is especially true for crochet business owners, who are tasked with managing kids, yarn, laptops, blog posts, and photography. But fear not, you're not alone. Whether you're balancing these acts at home or on-the-go, it's about creating harmony without sac…

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The Late, Great Major A.T. Casdagli: An Interview with Alexis Penny Casdagli 56:28

3M ago56:28

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In this episode, Isabella interviews Alexis Penny Casdagli, the daughter of Major A.T. Casdagli, an Anglo-Greek spy famous for embroidering subversive needlework during his time in German POW camps in WWII. Images and sources are available at @sewwhatpodcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. The podcast has a website, sewwhatpodcast.com. You can…

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Is Crochet Profitable in a Crowded Marketplace? How to Stand Out 22:14

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If you've ever found yourself scrolling through the labyrinth of crochet shops on Etsy, you might have wondered, "Is crochet profitable in this crowded marketplace?" The sheer volume of competition might make you feel like a single drop in a vast ocean. But here's the good news: the crowded marketplace isn't the problem. The problem is blending in.…

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Passionately Pursuing Patternmaking: A Conversation with Sewing Pattern Designer Sarah Bernier 1:00:00

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From the age of 10, Sarah knew she wanted to be a fashion designer. This dream led her to pursue degrees in both business and fashion design. She then worked as a footwear designer while simultaneously building her patternmaking business, Les Perlines. After four years of working both jobs, she decided now was the time to take her business full-tim…

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S5 E2: Ease Grief, Create Community, Inspire Generosity with Loose Ends (Masey Kaplan and Jen Simonic) 45:40

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Send us a text Loose Ends is an everyone-is-welcome movement that aims to ease grief, create community, and inspire generosity by matching volunteer handwork finishers with textile projects people have left undone due to death or disability. In this conversation, Felicia Lo speaks with Masey Kaplan and Jen Simonic, co-founders of the Loose Ends pro…