Why this scarf is the logical continuation of Chunky Season 2026.
ParkaDesigns · Blog
Welcome to the world of stitches.
Knitting and crochet are about so much more than counting stitches.
This is where you’ll find techniques and yarn, practical tips, free projects with #FreeStitches, stories from the world of knitting and crochet, and sometimes the things that don’t quite go according to plan.
A place to read, learn, discover – and sometimes simply smile.
When everything can be faster – without losing quality
When the yarn does the work – and why that's no coincidence
Edge stitches are like good shoes.
You don't always notice them right away – but if they're wrong, you feel it with every step.
The history of handcraft is often told as a European story: medieval guilds, Nordic motifs, Alpine knitting traditions.
Some patterns stay with you far longer than you ever planned.
The Baby AlpenChic Trachtenjanker is one of those pieces for me.
When winter slows everything down outside, it's time to make things warmer, quieter and softer inside.
Candlelight, a cup of tea, yarn in your hands – hygge isn't a decorating trend. It's a feeling. And knitting and crochet fit it perfectly.
When you see BLO or FLO in a crochet pattern, it simply means:
you do not work into both loops of the stitch, but only into one...
Effect yarns with lurex & metallic fibres, styling tips, product recommendations & project ideas for winter and New Year's Eve
Texture is no longer just a decorative extra in 2026 — it's the heart of modern crochet design.
The anniversary on CrazyPatterns has made me pause over the past few days.
Ten years on one platform – that is a beautiful moment.
One that quietly says thank you.
10 Years on CrazyPatterns
Sometimes you only realize in hindsight how many stitches you've actually knitted and crocheted.
What started ten years ago with a few ideas, sketches, and a lot of enthusiasm has grown over time into something lasting – carried by creativity, handmade work, and a wonderful community.












