Course Tracker Tool

Tools feel awkward at first, then suddenly they become part of your flow. Charts, trackers, and written patterns might feel new now, but soon they’ll feel reassuring. This course tracker is one of the tools you’ll find inside Beyond the Basics to track your progress, remind you of how far Read more

Waiting for you!

Practicing alone builds skill—but practicing together builds confidence.That’s why Beyond the Basics includes a private Facebook community, a place where we cheer each other on, share progress photos (even the messy rows!), ask questions, and celebrate every stitch of growth. I’ve seen firsthand how powerful community can be—when you know Read more

Multiply Your Joy

Making something for someone else multiplies the joy of every row. Watching them open a gift you’ve spent countless hours crocheting is the best feeling in the world! Our practiced skills become even sweeter when they’re shared. Who would you LOVE to make your next crochet project for? ✨ Beyond Read more

Momentum

Some days, I barely make progress – but just showing up matters. A single row still counts. Momentum is built in minutes, not marathons. Your 10-minute crochet session today is a win.  You’re building consistency. ✨ Beyond the Basics: daily practice, shared progress, confident stitches — together. What is Beyond Read more

Keep Going

Practicing with a teacher nearby always made me feel braver – someone to say, “Yes, that’s it – keep going!” A tiny bit of reassurance can fuel a lot of progress. That’s what I want Beyond the Basics to be – your gentle “keep going.” ✨ Beyond the Basics: daily Read more

Crochet and Connect

Practicing anything is always more fun with someone by your side. One of my pattern testers, Victoria, meets with a crochet group every week. They stitch, chat, laugh, and cheer each other on. Crochet in community builds momentum and connection. When you know someone else is working through the same Read more

Better Together

Back when I played in ensembles, rehearsal days were always my favorite.Practicing alone built skill… but playing together built joy.Suddenly the hard parts felt lighter, and every little improvement was worth celebrating because someone else saw it too. Crochet works the same way. Sharing your progress—even the messy, in-between rows—does Read more