Just a quick episode announcing the book signing of my first published pattern book, Crochet Snuggle Buddies. If you are local to the Triangle in North Carolina, come grab a copy and say hello! :)

What if the life and business you dream of are already within reach—just waiting for you to imagine them clearly? In this Threads of Wisdom mini-episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I’m diving into the incredible power of imagination, inspired by the teachings of Neville Goddard.

Imagination isn’t just for dreaming—it’s the creative force that shapes reality. I share how I use visualization to design crochet patterns, grow my handmade business, and create a life filled with creativity and freedom. You’ll also learn simple steps to harness your imagination, rewrite limiting beliefs, and take action as if your success is already here.

Inside this episode:
✨ How imagination impacts crochet design and business creativity
✨ Why visualization is a powerful tool for entrepreneurs and makers
✨ Practical steps to use imagination to overcome limiting beliefs
✨ Encouragement to act boldly as if your dream life is already yours

So grab your coffee, your crochet hook, or just a quiet moment, and let’s explore how imagination can become the blueprint for the creative life you’re building.

RESOURCES & LINKS

🧶⁠FREE Donkey Crochet Pattern⁠⁠

🧶⁠⁠FREE Beginner's Crochet Starter Kit⁠⁠

🔆⁠⁠⁠More About My Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠

📺⁠⁠My YouTube Channel⁠⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Facebook⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Instagram⁠

🧶⁠⁠Simply Hooked Crochet Patterns⁠⁠

Crochet is such a fun and rewarding craft, but if you’re just starting out, choosing the right yarn can feel overwhelming. With so many fibers, weights, and textures available, how do you know which one is best for your project? 🤔

In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I break it all down step by step so you can feel confident choosing yarn for any project. From understanding the characteristics of cotton, wool, acrylic, and blended fibers to reading yarn labels and picking the right weight, you’ll learn exactly what you need to know.

Inside this beginner-friendly episode:
✨ The differences between common yarn fibers and when to use them
✨ How to understand yarn weights (worsted, bulky, DK, etc.)
✨ Tips for reading labels and choosing the right yarn for your crochet pattern
✨ My recommendations for yarns that work best for blankets, wearables, and amigurumi plushies

Whether you’re crocheting cozy blankets, adorable amigurumi, or stylish wearables, this episode will give you the confidence to pick the perfect yarn every time.

RESOURCES & LINKS

🧶⁠FREE Donkey Crochet Pattern⁠⁠

🧶⁠⁠FREE Beginner's Crochet Starter Kit⁠⁠

🔆⁠⁠⁠More About My Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠

📺⁠⁠My YouTube Channel⁠⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Facebook⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Instagram⁠

🧶⁠⁠Simply Hooked Crochet Patterns⁠⁠

Have you ever dreamed of turning your creative passion into a full-time business? That’s exactly what Heather Burns did! In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I sit down with Heather, the owner of The Knotty Sheep, a cozy yarn shop in downtown Wake Forest, North Carolina.

Heather’s journey wasn’t a straight path—she left the traditional 9-to-5 world to follow her love for fiber arts, overcame challenges along the way, and built a thriving creative business. We dive into what it’s really like to run a yarn shop, how she made the leap into entrepreneurship, and the valuable lessons she’s learned in the process.

Inside this episode, you’ll hear:
✨ What inspired Heather to leave her 9-to-5 job and pursue her yarn shop dream
✨ The biggest challenges (and wins) of running a small business in the fiber arts world
✨ Advice for makers who dream of turning their crochet or knitting passion into a career
✨ Why community and creativity are at the heart of The Knotty Sheep

So grab your current WIP, a cozy drink, and join me for this inspiring conversation that proves it’s never too late to follow your calling.

🌟 Where to Find Heather & The Knotty Sheep:

📍 Visit in downtown Wake Forest, NC at 214 East Jones St.

📲 Follow on Instagram & Facebook @knottysheepnc

💻 Shop online at theknottysheepnc.com

🚀 Learn more about the John C. Campbell Folk School that Heather mentions.

RESOURCES & LINKS

🧶⁠FREE Donkey Crochet Pattern⁠⁠

🧶⁠⁠FREE Beginner's Crochet Starter Kit⁠⁠

🔆⁠⁠⁠More About My Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠

📺⁠⁠My YouTube Channel⁠⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Facebook⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Instagram⁠

🧶⁠⁠Simply Hooked Crochet Patterns⁠⁠

Out of 300 million possibilities, you made it. That alone is proof—you were created on purpose, for a purpose. In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I share a message that’s been on my heart for over a year: how your mindset, energy, and focus are quietly shaping your life and your creative business.

I’ll walk you through how I went from skepticism to a complete mindset shift—discovering that our internal world creates our external one. The way we think, feel, and show up in the world directly influences what we create, who we impact, and the life we build.

Inside this episode, you’ll discover:
✨ Why your mindset is the foundation for growth in your crochet or handmade business
✨ How energy and frequency affect your creativity and opportunities
✨ Practical ways to shift your focus toward joy, alignment, and purpose
✨ Encouragement to embrace your gifts as divine and intentional

Whether you’re a crocheter, creative entrepreneur, or simply someone dreaming of more, this episode is a reminder that your desires and dreams are not random—they’re part of your calling.

RESOURCES & LINKS

🧶⁠FREE Donkey Crochet Pattern⁠⁠

🧶⁠⁠FREE Beginner's Crochet Starter Kit⁠⁠

🔆⁠⁠⁠More About My Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠

📺⁠⁠My YouTube Channel⁠⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Facebook⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Instagram⁠

🧶⁠⁠Simply Hooked Crochet Patterns⁠⁠

Hey friends, welcome back to Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast! I’m Marcy—crochet designer, mom, and creative entrepreneur—here to help you unlock your creativity through the art of crochet while building a life and business you love.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into a book that should be on every creative entrepreneur’s reading list: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho. This timeless novel is more than just a story—it’s a powerful guide to following your dreams, embracing the journey, and trusting the vision placed on your heart.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
✨ The key lessons from The Alchemist that every crochet maker and handmade business owner can apply
✨ How the book inspired my own journey, from designing crochet patterns to launching my Learn to Crochet course
✨ Why pursuing your “personal legend” matters in both life and creative entrepreneurship
✨ Encouragement to trust your unique gifts and use them to craft a meaningful, purpose-driven business

If you’ve ever felt called to turn your passion into something bigger—or wondered if your crochet business could be the path to freedom and fulfillment—this episode will inspire you to take the next step.

RESOURCES & LINKS

🧶⁠FREE Donkey Crochet Pattern⁠⁠

🧶⁠⁠FREE Beginner's Crochet Starter Kit⁠⁠

🔆⁠⁠⁠More About My Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠

📺⁠⁠My YouTube Channel⁠⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Facebook⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Instagram⁠

🧶⁠⁠Simply Hooked Crochet Patterns⁠⁠

In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I sit down with Sarah Carney, the talented maker behind Blue Tomato Handmade. Sarah creates adorable felt play foods along with beautifully crafted polymer clay ornaments, stitch markers, and sweater clips.

As a stay-at-home mom homeschooling her two daughters, Sarah opens up about how she juggles motherhood, homeschooling, and running a thriving handmade business. We talk about her creative process, the challenges of wearing multiple hats, and the joy of turning passion into a sustainable business.

Inside this episode, you’ll hear:
✨ How Sarah balances homeschooling, family, and her handmade shop
✨ The inspiration behind her felt play foods and polymer clay creations
✨ The challenges (and rewards) of running a handmade business as a mom
✨ Encouragement for makers who dream of building a business while raising kids

If you’re a maker, parent, or creative entrepreneur looking for inspiration to chase your dreams, this episode will speak directly to you.

BlueTomatoHandmade on Instagram

BlueTomatoHandmade on Etsy

RESOURCES & LINKS

🧶⁠FREE Donkey Crochet Pattern⁠⁠

🧶⁠⁠FREE Beginner's Crochet Starter Kit⁠⁠

🔆⁠⁠⁠More About My Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠

📺⁠⁠My YouTube Channel⁠⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Facebook⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Instagram⁠

🧶⁠⁠Simply Hooked Crochet Patterns⁠⁠

Hey friends, welcome back to Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast! I’m Marcy—crochet artist, mom, and creative entrepreneur—and if you’ve ever wondered how to have a successful craft market experience, this episode is for you.

With over 10 years of selling crochet at craft fairs and markets, I’ve learned what works (and what doesn’t). In this episode, I share 5 proven tips to help you sell more crochet at markets—from choosing the right event to setting up a booth that attracts buyers, pricing your items for profit, and picking products that are guaranteed to sell.

Inside this episode, you’ll discover:
✨ How to choose the right craft market for your crochet products
✨ Booth setup strategies that draw in customers and boost sales
✨ Which crochet products are the best-sellers at markets (and why)
✨ Pricing strategies that work in real life—not just theory
✨ My top lessons learned from a decade of market experience

Whether you’re prepping for your very first market or looking to improve your setup, these tips will set you up for success. Hit play and get ready to rock your next craft market! 🎧✨

RESOURCES & LINKS

🧶⁠FREE Donkey Crochet Pattern⁠⁠

🧶⁠⁠FREE Beginner's Crochet Starter Kit⁠⁠

🔆⁠⁠⁠More About My Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠

📺⁠⁠My YouTube Channel⁠⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Facebook⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Instagram⁠

🧶⁠⁠Simply Hooked Crochet Patterns⁠⁠

Hi friends! It’s Marcy, and I’ve got an exciting episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast for you today. I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes story of how I landed a crochet pattern book deal with a major publisher and got my amigurumi designs featured on the cover of an international crochet magazine. 🎉

Even better? My crochet pattern book officially launches today—March 7, 2025! Saying that out loud still feels surreal.

In this episode, I take you back to the beginning:
✨ How one podcast episode sparked the idea for my crochet book
✨ The cold emails I sent that changed everything
✨ The mindset shift that gave me the confidence to pitch myself
✨ How I connected with editors and saw my work in print for the first time

If you’ve ever dreamed of writing your own crochet book, submitting your patterns to magazines, or seeing your amigurumi designs published, this episode is packed with encouragement and practical takeaways. Because sometimes, all it takes is one email and a little courage to open the door to incredible opportunities.

✨Links & Resources

📖Grab my new crochet pattern book!

📚Check out the magazine issues featuring my designs! [Christmas Pattern 1,Christmas Pattern 2, Easter Collection: Link Coming Soon!]

🧶⁠FREE Donkey Crochet Pattern⁠⁠

🧶⁠⁠FREE Beginner's Crochet Starter Kit⁠⁠

🔆⁠⁠⁠More About My Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠

📺⁠⁠My YouTube Channel⁠⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Facebook⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Instagram⁠

🧶⁠⁠Simply Hooked Crochet Patterns⁠⁠

Welcome to Threads of Wisdom, the mini-episode series within Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast. In this episode, I explore the profound concept of the Law of Growth, inspired by Earl Shoaff’s timeless teachings on success and personal development.

Just like planting seeds in a garden—or working stitch by stitch on a crochet project—achieving your dreams requires intention, patience, and consistent nurturing. Growth often happens quietly and invisibly, long before it blooms into visible success.

Inside this short, powerful episode, you’ll learn:
✨ Why small, daily actions have the biggest impact on long-term success
✨ How to trust the process while building a crochet business or learning new skills
✨ Earl Shoaff’s wisdom on success, patience, and persistence
✨ Encouragement to embrace your creative and personal growth journey one stitch at a time

Whether you’re learning a new crochet technique, scaling your handmade business, or pursuing personal growth, this episode is here to inspire you to trust the journey and nurture your dreams.

RESOURCES & LINKS

🧶⁠FREE Donkey Crochet Pattern⁠⁠

🧶⁠⁠FREE Beginner's Crochet Starter Kit⁠⁠

🔆⁠⁠⁠More About My Learn to Crochet Course⁠⁠⁠

📺⁠⁠My YouTube Channel⁠⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Facebook⁠

🔆⁠Simply Hooked on Instagram⁠

🧶⁠⁠Simply Hooked Crochet Patterns⁠⁠