Behind the Stitches: My Handcrafted Crochet Process
A lil' peek into how I turn yarn into cute characters. Watch my process, grab a free pattern, and let's make something special together! 🌻
Watch me bring a potted sunflower to life! This video shows the process from crocheting the petals and leaves to assembling the final piece.
This is part of a crochet series where I show how I make a no-sew octopus using plush velvet yarn.
From balls of yarn to a finished Brown Bear plushie. It was hard to part with this one, but it's worth it to see my creations find new homes.
Here's a look at my process for making a no-sew seal amigurumi, from the first stitch to stuffing and finishing.
This is my no-sew removable banana! I created the pattern for this myself and it's so fun to peel and unpeel.
Here is the free pattern for my popular no-sew octopus! If you have any confusion about the pattern, just let me know and I'll be happy to help.
I was so excited to put out this free pattern for my no-sew seal. I really hope you all like it and I'd love to see how yours turn out!
This graphic shows some reference pictures for my free no-sew banana pattern. It's a quick project that only takes about 30 minutes.
About Behind the Stitches
Ever wonder how those squishy plushies hold together without a single thread showing? It’s all in the no-sew technique I love using! Whether it’s a quick banana or a complex bear, I focus on sturdy, clean stitches that hold up to real-life cuddles, not just display. Seeing y'all try these out with my patterns is honestly the best part of my day.
My process is pretty simple: it starts with a ball of yarn and a whole lot of patience. I don't believe in mass-producing anything. When you commission a piece, you’re getting something that spent hours in my hands, getting those tension points just right so it stays squishy for years.
I also love sharing the 'how-to.' You'll find a bunch of my free patterns here, specifically designed to be easy for beginners who might be intimidated by traditional sewing. I usually work with plush velvet yarn for that super-soft, squishy feel that everyone loves, or sturdy mercerized cotton when I need a piece to hold a very specific shape.
Whether you’re looking for a custom-made character to gift someone special or you want to try your hand at crocheting one of my patterns, I'm here for it. If you get stuck on a pattern or have a wild idea for a custom plushie, shoot me a message—I’m always happy to help you get those stitches right!
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