Sanctum is a mosaic crochet blanket that came to mind after many travels around the world. No matter in which country or city I set foot on the ground, I always visit a church or cathedral for the architectural highlights. Besides, you often find very ancient art and details in buildings like these. Although there... Lees verder →

To celebrate the opening of my new hand-dyed yarn shop Veluwsch Verfgoed, I designed two new, and more importantly, free patterns! A bandana which can be worn during cold winterdays - or even on a chilly Spring day. I made a knitted version and a crocheted version, so there is a choice for each. I... Lees verder →

The first day of a new year, and let me start by wishing you a happy new year. May 2026 become a healthy and wonderful year for you. For me, this year - and actually this day means a complete new start. The last months of 2025 weren't exactly pretty, and they made it clear... Lees verder →

"I wish that heaven had visiting hours" ....a sentence that was in my thoughts a lot over this past year. November 30th, last year, was the day you left us, and once a dear one is lost, you often need them the most. The last year has been a rollercoaster of events. Many moments I... Lees verder →

After nearly two years of experimentation, I discovered a method for developing a well-fitting sock pattern that could be crocheted. It was pretty exciting to throw this out into the world - because I could find it a lovely sock, but what did the crochet world think of it? Fortunately, I see many beautiful socks... Lees verder →

A new pattern is here! It is the Celestial Tiles, a new mosaic crochet tile pattern. It is the seventh tile from my hand, and it is completely new, featuring a different size format as well. This pattern was originally designed and intended for publication in a new issue of The Guy with the Hook... Lees verder →

n my second book, Gallery, I made the Great Wave pillow. For this pattern, I took inspiration from the painting created by Hokusai, which has the same name. This painting has always fascinated me with its colors, drawings, the story behind it, and most of all - the painter itself. So, when it comes to... Lees verder →

I am always in the mood for something sea-related. After creating the Jolly Jellyfish pattern, I felt more sea-related patterns would come up. So, meet the Salty Sardines—a fun and quick pattern to make and perfect to use up some scraps. Make them in every color of the rainbow and create as many as you... Lees verder →

Tea may be one of the most common products we consume. Tea has a deeper meaning in many cultures and involves different rituals and beliefs. Tea is made from many different leaves, herbs, and spices. Although many of us find comfort in the ready-to-go teabags out of the grocery store, there is a vast difference... Lees verder →

Chowa is a Japanese word that refers to seeking balance in life. Maybe the most common thing we search for as human beings in a world that is getting busier and evolving as we speak. I am always searching for a balance in my personal life. I often notice that different things or thoughts can... Lees verder →