Modern crochet patterns, knitwear patterns, beginner tutorials and more. Make the most of knitting and crochet.
Germander Cottage Crafts is where you’ll find free tutorials, knitting and crochet patterns and exclusive tips and tricks. See what’s new on the blog below:
Cygnet Boho Spirit Yarn. Self striping yarns for knitting and crochet.
Is Cygnet Boho Spirit yarn double knit or worsted? Here I’ll explain the ins and outs of what Cygnet Boho is, where you can find it and what you can use it for. As this is an ad free, free-to-view blog, I do use affiliate links in my blog posts such as this one. This…
Simple cuff-down sock knitting pattern. Sock knitting for beginners.
This is a free sock knitting pattern for simple, cuff down socks with a square heel and shaped toe. This sock knitting pattern was designed by Hanna Gough in 2020, and it remains one of the most popular patterns for knitting socks with 4ply yarn. If you’re not yet feeling confident with knitting in…
Sock knitting with two straight needles. Can you knit socks flat?
Wondering how to knit socks on straight needles? Try this two needle flat sock pattern. You can have all the glamour of 4ply socks without the worry of extra needles. This article about knitting socks on straight needles contains affiliate links, meaning that if you do choose to buy, I will receive a small commission…
Easy knitwear and modern crochet patterns for all.
Hanna is a knitwear and crochet designer from Liverpool, UK. On her blog you’ll find tutorials suitable for beginners, right up to advanced. Whether you’re learning to knit or crochet, you’ll be able to get started with the resources on the blog, the free patterns, or the tutorials.
Hanna taught herself to knit and crochet over a decade ago. She believes it is a worthwhile, mindful hobby that can help you relax and unwind. She started crocheting and knitting when working as a teacher in 2014.
Since then, Hanna has gone on to teach others how to knit and crochet. This blog is where you’ll find all of her patterns, videos, tutorials and other useful resources for your journey!
Hanna’s patterns incorporate easy methods and modern designs. If you’re looking for contemporary, wearable crochet patterns, you’re in the right place.
A worthwhile hobby for everyone
Germander Cottage Crafts is about accessible, fun designs that you should want to wear. Tired of scrolling through patterns that just wouldn’t suit, Hanna set out to start designing fun garments and accessories that she would be proud to wear. A former teacher, Hanna took to pattern design with a mindset of making complicated things simpler to understand. That’s why you’ll find that the basic cuff down socks and simple two needle socks are so straightforward: it doesn’t have to be complicated!
Knitting and crochet are proven to relax and calm the mind. You can also knit and crochet almost anywhere. Whether you’re looking for something to occupy your hands when watching a film or finding you have a long wait at an appointment, you’ll find that having a hobby that involves yarn, needles and hooks can keep you busy for hours!
Visit the knitting and crochet blog
On the blog, you’ll find all of my resources to help you learn to crochet. Whether you’re a beginner or someone who hasn’t made anything for a while and wants to dust off, this is the place for you. In the blog you’ll find:
- Modern crochet patterns.
- Knitwear patterns.
- Tutorials.
- Stitch guides.
- Essential information for tools and materials.
Germander Cottage Crafts was founded in LIverpool by Hanna Gough, a knitwear and crochet designer.
Over the last 10 years I’ve been on an amazing journey with knitting and crochet. I learned to do both at the same time, so I couldn’t possibly choose a favourite! Over that time I learned to design my own patterns and enjoyed teaching others. If you’re subscribed to my newsletter, I’m sharing the latest tutorials as well as some free knitting and crochet patterns.