Crochet with Texture (and Intention)

New stitches, small satisfying projects, and a gentle reminder to slow down and enjoy the making.

Hey there! Here’s your snack-size newsletter with crochet patterns, tips, tools and inspo 🧶

Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change.

Brené Brown

What We’re Hooked On

The embossed shell stitch creates beautiful raised texture that adds depth and interest to any project. This tutorial breaks the stitch down step by step, making it approachable even if you haven’t tried embossed stitches before. A great option for blankets, scarves, or any project where texture really shines! Check it out →

This dishcloth set combines gentle texture with a clean, modern feel, making it both practical and pretty. Designed to work beautifully with speckled yarns, it’s a relaxing project that’s perfect for kitchen refreshes or handmade gifts. A lovely choice if you enjoy small, satisfying makes. Check it out →

These crochet earrings are a fun way to turn small amounts of yarn into wearable art. Lightweight and stylish, they’re perfect for fall outfits and make great gifts or market items. A quick project that lets you play with colour and texture without a big time commitment. Check it out →

Try This!

This thoughtful post explores small, meaningful crochet traditions you can build into your year - from seasonal projects to intentional gift-making. It’s less about productivity and more about connection, reflection, and enjoying the process. A lovely read if crochet is part of how you slow down and create meaning. Check it out →

Hope you found something that inspired or helped your crochet today!

I’ll be back next week with more info and inspo soon,
Jess

P.S. Need a little extra help keeping your projects organized and frustration-free? My Crochet Planning Toolkit has everything I wish I’d known when I started - from crochet abbreviations, row counter, to project and gift planners. Get it here →