Hooking Love

Hooking Love Empowering women to nurture mental wellness through crochet. Join us for unique patterns, kits, and support. Find peace and creativity with our community.

Discover therapeutic benefits and connect with like-minded crafters. 💚 I make bespoke knitwear accessories for you to wear and use. Each piece is handmade by me and tailored to your individual specifications 🧶

I offer slow, sustainable fashion in a world of fast fashion where items are used and thrown away 🐢

Everything is created with care and attention with you at the heart

of it, your items will be of the highest quality and made to last. From my signature hats 👒 that allow you to change or remove the pompoms to create different looks to my reusable face pads 🌝 practicality and design meet. Looking stylish and feeling fabulous are so important and being able to help you to do that without the designer price tag makes me so happy. 😇

12/05/2026

When the pattern says “easy”… but the stitches only exist in the AI multiverse.

I’ve had so many students bring me patterns where the photo and the stitches simply don’t match, and it’s not their fault.

Right now, AI‑generated crochet images are everywhere. They look beautiful… but the stitches often don’t exist, the shaping is impossible, and the pattern is either unmakeable or completely unrelated.

So if you’ve ever bought a pattern, tried your best, and thought:

“Why can’t I do this? It says EASY!”

Please know, it's very likely not you.

Sometimes the pattern isn’t easy.
Sometimes the pattern isn’t real.
Sometimes the pattern is written in a way that doesn’t suit your brain.
And sometimes the photo is pure AI fantasy.

If you’re ever unsure, bring it to class, we’ll figure it out together.

You deserve patterns that build confidence, not break it.

🧶💚

The only picture I have taken today of our trip to headquarters. This month is International awareness month for PKU (p...
09/05/2026

The only picture I have taken today of our trip to headquarters.

This month is International awareness month for PKU (phenylketonuria)

Today we spent the day at Firstplay Foods, the headquarters of Promin, a company that produces low protein foods for people living with PKU.

It wasn’t just a lovely day out… it was also a really important reminder of how much thought, care and support goes into helping families like ours 💚

For anyone who isn’t familiar, PKU is a rare inherited condition. It means the body can’t properly break down a protein called phenylalanine, which is found in everyday foods like meat, dairy, eggs, nuts and even regular bread.

Without careful management, this can build up in the body and affect brain development and overall health.

So for Oliver, life looks a little different.

At 14, he’s currently allowed 12 exchanges of natural protein a day, which has to be carefully measured and tracked. Most of his protein actually comes from specially designed supplements, alongside low protein foods like those made by Promin.

Today gave us such a brilliant insight into that world.

We had a full tour of the factory and got to see how these foods are produced and packaged, led by the very knowledgeable Faye. While the adults were learning more, the teens were busy making their own baguette and carrot cake to take home (which went down very well!).

We were also treated to a low protein lunch, Oliver’s highlight was definitely the rice salad, and he had the chance to sample some of the supplements that play such a big part in his diet.

But more than anything, it was just so lovely to be in a space where everything felt… normal.

Being able to chat with other parents and teens who just get it, in an environment that was so inclusive and welcoming, really meant a lot.

A huge thank you to Tom, Katya and Linda from Promin and their fantastic team, and to Lucy and Georgia, the dietitians from Manchester Children’s Hospital, for organising such a thoughtful and supportive day.

It’s experiences like this that make such a difference 💚

Next week’s class spaces are now open 💚If you’d like gentle, supportive crochet help, whether you’re a complete beginner...
08/05/2026

Next week’s class spaces are now open 💚

If you’d like gentle, supportive crochet help, whether you’re a complete beginner or returning after a break, I’d love to welcome you.

I haven’t been at Darwen on Monday morning for a couple of weeks, so I’m really looking forward to being back there. If you’ve been thinking about trying it, this is a lovely week to come along.

You’re welcome to drop in or reserve a space if you prefer.

With a few people away on holiday, there’s a little more availability than usual, a perfect chance to try a session and see if it feels like a good fit for you.

🧶 Message me to book your space.

08/05/2026

I’m sure I’m not the only one that does this?

If you do, do you frog or carry on regardless?

✨ New Educational Tutorial ✨This week I’m showing you how to wet block a crochet jumper — from the body to the sleeves.B...
07/05/2026

✨ New Educational Tutorial ✨

This week I’m showing you how to wet block a crochet jumper — from the body to the sleeves.

Blocking helps natural fibres relax, open up lace and settle into their final shape. If you’ve ever wondered how to do it properly, this video walks you through everything.

Watch the full tutorial here:

👉https://youtu.be/Tja979n3Jj8

Let me know if you’d like a steam‑blocking video next.










Next week’s class spaces are open. There are no classes on Monday morning and Tuesday evening and limited availability o...
02/05/2026

Next week’s class spaces are open.

There are no classes on Monday morning and Tuesday evening and limited availability on the other sessions.

If you’d like gentle, supportive crochet help, whether you’re a beginner or returning after a break, I’d love to welcome you.

🧶 Message me to book your space.

The Shopper is the kind of bag that makes you smile the moment you pick it up. The Shopper is soft, roomy and full of co...
02/05/2026

The Shopper is the kind of bag that makes you smile the moment you pick it up.

The Shopper is soft, roomy and full of colour, with a playful grid of bright lines worked across a clean, neutral base.

The rainbow‑striped handles give it that extra bit of joy, making it feel cheerful without being loud.

It is the perfect grab‑and‑go bag for market days, yarn runs or everyday bits and pieces.

Light to carry, easy to fold, and surprisingly spacious, it has that relaxed, effortless feel that makes it a favourite from the moment it is finished.

Start it today https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarnsmiths-7309-shopper-bag-downloadable-pdf

A bright, uplifting tote designed to feel like a little burst of colour every time you pick it up. The Windmill Tote is ...
01/05/2026

A bright, uplifting tote designed to feel like a little burst of colour every time you pick it up. The Windmill Tote is built from four textured panels, each one worked in a different shade, creating that soft, patchwork‑style layout that feels both modern and nostalgic. Every section has its own stitch story, but the neutral border brings everything together with a clean, calm finish.

The handles are sturdy and comfortable, made to sit neatly on your shoulder without digging in, perfect for market days, yarn runs, or just carrying life around with you. It’s lightweight, roomy, and full of personality, with colours that look beautiful whether you go pastel, bold, or somewhere in between.

It’s the kind of bag that makes you feel put‑together even on the days you’re not trying. Handmade, practical, and quietly joyful.

Grab it now https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarnsmiths-7310-windmill-tote-bag-downloadable-pdf

End of Month Crochet Wrap-Up 🧶✨As April comes to a close, I wanted to share a little round-up of what’s been happening i...
01/05/2026

End of Month Crochet Wrap-Up 🧶✨

As April comes to a close, I wanted to share a little round-up of what’s been happening in my classes and community, and it’s been a wonderfully busy month.

My ladies have been working on an incredible range of projects, including:

• 3D Flower Granny Squares
• Blankets
• Jackets & Cardigans
• Lovies
• Scarves
• Elephants & Monkeys
• Headbands
• Jumpers
• Bride & Groom sets
• Cushion Covers
• Socks

The creativity, colour choices, and progress have been amazing to watch. Every week brings something new and inspiring.

👜 New Free Bag Patterns
This month also saw the release of four bag patterns I designed for Wool Warehouse, all free to download:

Evening Bag: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarnsmiths-7307-evening-bag-downloadable-pdf

Plaited Shoulder Bag: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarnsmiths-7308-plaited-shoulder-bag-downloadable-pdf

Shopper Bag: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarnsmiths-7309-shopper-bag-downloadable-pdf

Windmill Tote: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarnsmiths-7310-windmill-tote-bag-downloadable-pdf

I’ll be sharing more about each design over the next week.

💗 A Personal Milestone

Today marks 35 years since I became a mum.
We were just about to start fertility treatment when I found out I was pregnant, and although life didn’t unfold quite as planned (seven pregnancies in total), he remains my most cherished make.

It felt right to share that today, creativity and connection run through everything I do, and this community is a big part of that.

Thank you for being here, for supporting my work, and for sharing your own makes with such joy.

Here’s to another month of colour, creativity, and calm stitches.
Keely x

A soft, joyful shoulder bag with a beautifully bold centrepiece. The circular motif sits like a little burst of sunshine...
30/04/2026

A soft, joyful shoulder bag with a beautifully bold centrepiece. The circular motif sits like a little burst of sunshine on the front, worked in layered colours that feel playful without ever shouting.
The body of the bag is sturdy yet gentle in the hand, made in smooth cotton that gives it that clean, modern finish you love.

The standout feature is the plaited strap, a chunky, tactile braid created by weaving two handles together.

It gives the bag its personality: cosy, textural, and just a bit different. Whether you make it in soft pastels or bright, confident shades, the plait adds movement and charm.

Perfect for days when you want something light, handmade, and full of character. It’s the kind of bag that makes people smile before they even realise you made it yourself.

Grab the free pattern here https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarnsmiths-7308-plaited-shoulder-bag-downloadable-pdf

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