About Crochet With Emma
Hi, I'm Emma Collins!
Welcome to Crochet With Emma! I'm a crochet pattern designer, craft instructor, and lifelong yarn collector based in Portland, Oregon. My grandmother first handed me an aluminum H-8 hook and a skein of peach acrylic yarn when I was nine years old — and I haven't put my hook down since.
Over the years, I realized how many beginners give up on crocheting simply because traditional patterns feel cryptic or skip the tricky steps. I started CrochetWithEmma.com to change that: every single pattern and stitch tutorial here is tested from start to finish, written in plain English (standard US terms), and paired with crisp, well-lit step-by-step photos.
When I'm not sketching granny square color palettes or testing amigurumi plushies in my sunlit studio, you'll find me sipping iced matcha, browsing local fiber mills, or organizing my yarn baskets by rainbow shade.
What You'll Find Here
At Crochet With Emma, my goal is simple: help you make more and worry less. Every week, I share practical resources you can trust:
- Free Printable Crochet Patterns: Cozy blankets, modern granny squares, cute amigurumi plushies, and everyday cotton home projects.
- Step-by-Step Stitch Tutorials: Close-up photo guides for foundational stitches, textured bobbles, moss stitch, and decorative borders.
- Honest Yarn & Hook Guides: Clear recommendations on ergonomic hooks, fiber substitutions, blocking tips, and gauge troubleshooting.
New Here? Let Me Show You Around!
Learn Basic Stitches
Master chain tension, single crochet, double crochet, and textured stitches step by step.
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Crochet Granny Squares
From classic solid squares to vibrant floral sunbursts and hexagons that lie perfectly flat.
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Cute Amigurumi Toys
Beginner-friendly plushies, bumblebees, and potted crochet succulents worked in the round.
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Cozy Blankets & Throws
Relaxing weekend throws, baby blankets, and pretty scalloped border finishes.
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