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:
There are many ways to knit socks.
Are you sitting down? I’m going to talk you through the many ways to knit socks. Last year I received a refund request from a customer. They weren’t happy with their sock knitting kit and wanted a refund on the needles. The customer’s words were something like “there’s circular needles in here. No good for knitting socks!” …
How to graft the toe of your sock. Kitchener stitch tutorial.
Here’s a quick, step by step photo tutorial showing you how to graft the toe of your socks. This is a really handy technique for sock knitting and once you get used to the direction of the darning needle, you’ll be ready to cast on your next pair of socks! This method is also known…
The Andalusian socks. Free textured sock knitting pattern.
The Andalusian stitch socks are a simple, detailed sock design that are perfect for intermediate knitters looking to experiment with more textured detail. This pattern is available for free with ads, or, if preferred, you can get a handy PDF from Ko fi or Ravelry. This article does contain affiliate links, meaning that if you…
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.