Author: Alison Heathcote – Published: April 2013 – Revised: January 2024
2024 Blog Refresh
Dear Reader, Starting in January 2024, I am working on a total refresh of this site. Please bear with me as I get everything sorted out. In the end it will be easier for you my dear reader. Thank you. Alison
Welcome
Good to Meet You!
I am Alison a crochet designer, writer and creative at Old English Creations. I specialize in shawls, wraps, bags and baby.
Crochet Terminology
All our patterns are written in US/Canadian crochet terminology.
I have been designing, crafting and in the crochet business since 1995, woo hoo!
I blog about crochet at oldenglishcreations.com where I talk about your crochet business and share my ideas on running a micro-craft business.
There are stories you can read about other people’s journeys towards a life with crochet and lots of crochet tips and ideas.
What to Expect
This is a general overview of what you can expect to find here on our site.
- Our original crochet designs
- Free crochet patterns and diagrams
- Information on how to set up a run your crochet and craft micro business
- How to sell your art and crafts and the business of money
- Our thoughts on the crocheting life through stories and yarns
- Crochet basics: hooks, yarns and stitches intros
- Explorations of how crochet is therapy and symbols in crochet
- Preorder our forthcoming book Crochet as Therapy
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Author Bio
Alison Heathcote is a passionate crochet enthusiast and dedicated business blogger. She combines her love for crafting and entrepreneurship to inspire and connect with others.
With a knack for transforming yarn into beautiful creations and a flair for sharing valuable insights about running a successful crochet business, Alison embodies the perfect blend of creativity and practicality.
Read more about Alison’s crochet journey.
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Crochet Patterns
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