Those beanies look amazing, Annika!! I also tried knitting, didn't care for it, and haven't pursed anything similar. I'm tempted to try crocheting now thanks to your review.
Dollightful If you're interested in incorporating crochet into your work (Love your videos by the way) I recomend looking for tat lace crochet. My Nan crochet several doll dresses for me using that method.
Omg totally try crochet! You have so much more freedom compared to knitting, because there's only one working stitch at a time (so there's like zero chance of unraveling or dropping stitches), and because you can pick up a stitch pretty much anywhere you want in your work! 👍
Crochet is so much fun, i rarely ever finish projects but i finished a lot of crochet projects just because you can make such simple things from it and it's so quick and easy
THIS IS SO EXCITTIIIIING. I've been crocheting for years and I seem to be almost completely alone in the 20's age bracket. Its so great to see someone who's content I love, getting into a hobby I also love, and it's also fantastic seeing crochet promoted to a younger craft community. By the way the beanies and bag are super cute. I also think making some tutorials for the things you're working on are a great idea! Don't worry about being a beginner, sometimes the tutorials made by beginners are the most easy for other people who have just started crochet to understand! Also, as another Australian, 20 degrees definitely counts as cold here :P.
Wooo, young crocheters! I started when I was 7-ish, I am now 20 and still doing it (occasionally). (Because I knit more than I crochet now). Also Annika, I would recommend the Mandarina Top by Drops. Their patters can be a bit hard to read, but the top is so nice!
I'm 34, and me and two of my coworkers are HUGE into crochet! Some of my online friends are, and my "little" sister dabbles in it and knitting from time to time. Don't worry, you're not alone!
Hiya, Annika! So I don't know if you will see this comment, BUT, I have been crocheting both Amigurumi and clothing items for about 7 years. If you do write out the pattern, I would LOVE to proof read it for you before it is posted! I have been writing patterns for the past 3 years, so if you want a hand just let me know :)
I've been crocheting for years, for a beginner you are doing so so good. I'm not into knitting either but like you, I went crazy for crochet when my health wasn't that great. It is easy to do when you're not having a great day. Also I'm so happy for you and Lucci (Giovanni 😊) He couldn't have picked a better girl to fall in love with. I'm praying for y'all to be happy. You truly deserve it.
Congratulations Annika!!! Oh I am so happy for you and Luci!! Wishing you many many years of bliss, happiness, prosperity, love and good health. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
The creative grandma is one of my favorite crochet channels on YT. I too have a smaller head and love making hats. I make hair ties with the smaller ball ends. Love your videos.
Ooooo you should make a crochet wedding veil.. XD (Also I'd love to see the pattern for the beanies! I used to crochet a few years ago and want to pick it back up!)
I do want to make something crochet for my wedding!! :D (And my wedding dress. But not a crochet wedding dress, that would take approximately 1 billion years to finish haha)
Annika, you’re so (sew) inspiring in the way that you are willing to try something new even if you’ve never had lessons for it. It makes me feel that even as a true beginner I can get my sewing/crocheting/whatever skills good enough to make beautiful pieces
Speaking of Tilly and the Buttons, I bought her first book two months ago after deciding it was about time to learn to sew; I'm finding it very useful, it allows you to learn the basics through cute projects of increasing difficulty (hashtag not sponsored... I wish!). So far I made 1 pyjamas shorts, 3 skirts and 1 blouse. My friends and family are amazed how fast I'm picking it up, I think I owe to watching you sew all these years, I already know what I need to do, if that makes sense! I'd be interested in learning crochet, it's a shame that I knew how to make beanies and scarves in kindergarten (the perks of a crafty mum) and now I remember nothing! Ps: Don't tell me how to live my life, Giovanni Linguini! I love watching you two banter.
i'm doing my first sewing project!!!!! i'm almost done with it, but it's basically just a circle skirt. my grandma has been helping me with it and she says that i've been picking it up really well and she puts the fault on how she and her mother were always really into sewing. where i live used to be a really small area, so everyone knew each other and whenever there was some sort of special occasion, my great grandma was always making dresses and such for everyone. my grandma would just watch her and eventually just out of nowhere made her first dress by herself really well. BACK TO MY SKIRT, it's looking really cute so far, the fabric is black with cherries and white polka dots. a super cute and old pattern, i've been told. i'm so excited. thank you for inspiring me to make my own clothes. i've always wanted to have a creative outlet where not everything had to completely come from my imagination (i love painting and drawing, but i'm not that original when it comes to what to do) sewing has been great and honestly i think i'm going to start thrifting a lot of things too. i can't really right now because my mom doesn't necessarily like thrift stores, but when i start to drive and get a job i'll get more into it. THANK YOU SO MUCH THOUGH, ANNIKA. YOU'RE TRULY AN AMAZING PERSON & I'M SO HAPPY FOR YOU GETTING ENGAGED TO LUCI. I REALLY HOPE EVERYTHING THAT YOU'VE BEEN DEALING WITH GOES AWAY SOON.
Those beanies are adorable, I love them! I would love a pattern. I tried knitting first, but didn't like it either. But I've been crocheting for like about 5-ish years now I'm sure you could write a pattern fairly easily
i find it profoundly funny that for australians 20 degrees is a bit chilly when here in finland 20 degrees is like short shorts and tank tops and everyone sitting on the terrace at bars weather 😄
Luci's a lucky man! You're awesome Annika! I love the pocket song. I get excited about pockets too. I made some black trousers with a contrast tartan pocket and I'm very proud of them. Pockets are awesome!
Congrats on getting engaged! So happy for you! I love crocheting almost as much as i do sewing. But like you i hate knitting. So looking forward to see more of your new found hobby :)
Whilst watching this video I was cutting out squares to make a quilt. I have never made one before! I am more a sewist, knitter and crocheter (and huge supporter of your new crochet love!).
I just made my first quilt! Well, since the one I made in middle school sewing club that wasn't completely finished. I am low key addicted to quilting now. The one I made was for my friend's baby, I brought the blank fabric to the baby shower and everyone decorated it with fabric markers before I sewed it!
Loving the sound of the baby quilt! It seems slightly addictive (quilting) once you get into it! I have been watching a lot of UA-cam-videos on quilting (Loving the midnight quilt show right now). From watching all the videos it seems like most people get into it via baby quilts.. like baby knitted hats, or baby scrapbooks leading to bigger passions.. ;)
Aw mate, I'm glad you've found a new crafty hobby. I taught myself how to knit last winter and I also got reaaally into it (I never got into crochet bc I don't really like how the patterns look?). I made several hats and scarves and I got fascinated by the different patterns you can make (hello diagonal striped Grey/pink infinity scarf!) I like ravelry.com for patterns and ideas. Btw, I also struggle with migraines and live in darkness, so I get the 'not being able to hunch over a sewing machine' thing. I often sew things by hand, bc I get to just lie back. Takes forever, but it keeps me busy. Keep up the good work! Edit: EEEEK!!! Congrats to you and Luci! I'm so happy for you guys.
Congratulations on your engagement 😊😊😊 you've picked crochet up very quickly your beanies and bag are lovely and it doesn't matter your blankets not straight its homemade and will keep you warm and it looks nice keep it up 😊😊😊
You should diy some (or all) of your wedding dress/veil/flowers. Maybe you could do fabric flowers or thrift a wedding dress and alter it to your liking.😄
I love crochet! It's one of my favorite winter crafts, and I've been doing it for about 5 years. Your beanies look so great! If you want someone to look over your pattern before you share to make sure it looks good, I'd be more than happy to help, and I'm sure others would too!
I'm so happy to hear you love crochet!! I've been crocheting for a couple years and taught myself from UA-cam tutorials. I feel the same way about knitting.
Hope your migraines ease up. Your intro could be something like “Hi! My names Annika and this is the series where I connect with you, the viewers, about different things happening in my life.”
I’m so happy you’ve found crocheting !!! Hands down the best craft and great for people with chronic illnesses!! I taught myself while undergoing treatment for cancer and it was perfect for being in a hospital bed and now it’s still a craft I can do with my chronic illnesses and also really good for my pain as it keeps me using my hands and wrists !! I love the bag !! I’m obsessed with making stuffed animals to sell!! It’s so nice to see young people get into crocheting (I’m 20) !! Also congratulations guys !!!!! I’m so happy for you two getting engaged! Your videos make me so happy and you are both great !!!!!!
I am crafty as all get up and I also have not tried crochet. My nana tried to teach me how to knit and it was a disaster. I can macreme and do other knot crafts, maybe I will have to give crochet a try. I did buy myself a lunch needle for my birthday let's just say it's still a learning process.
I got into crocheting as a teenager. You can take old plastic butter or cream cheese tubs, punch holes under the rim with a paper punch, and crochet a ruffle skirt around it for a homestyle decor ring for whatever you put in the tub ... flowers, a big candle, jar or vase filled with whatever, etc. I've made 2 different purses using crochet: I took some yarn that alternated between a dark blue to white then back to dark blue, and crocheted a clutch purse. I sewed in a liner (yes, I was able to use a sewing machine), then looped yarn through the gop edge crochet loops and around a tension spring loaded closure bar so the purse opening could be push closed or pulled open. I made no handles. It was my favorite purse in my senior year of high school. I also made another purse later, but instead I used red yarn and wooden purse handles popularly used on macrame bags. It's a shame I work at a job that require their employees to use clear or see-thru bags, because I'd love to make another purse, crocheted or home-sewn. Purses and bags are my weakness; I jokingly call myself the bag lady. :-p
Currently working on two crochet projects (finished whip-stitching a portion of my sweater while watching this!). One is the Caron “Big easy crochet pullover”, which a free pattern. The other is a naptime baby blanket that I got from a book I bought at a craft store. Both are so soft and comfy and will be so delightful come wintertime in the states :) And congrats on the engagement! I’m sure all the diy wedding crafts will be exciting. Diy wedding dress, perhaps?
I love crocheting! It's my favorite pass time, I love to work on projects while I watch youtube. I just hand sewed a utensil holder for my bamboo utensils! I made it out of some thrifted napkins which are super cute! I also used your jeans to skirt tutorial to make a jean shirt, which i then embroidered daisy's on, for a concert!
Do a crochet along for them. It'll save you lots of time. I love crocheting too!! I have been making baby blankets, mermaid tail blankets, hats, scarves, mandala vests, and more. Crocheting is very meditative I found.
I'm very impressed by your blanket!!! That does take some determination to work on such a large project (y). If you are into crocheting, i'd really advise you to give knitting another go. But instead of doing it the way you did it in the first place, try some tutorials on norwegian knitting. Once you know how to crochet it is pretty similar and much easier! (I learned norwegian knitting just a while ago and it goes sooooo much faster than regular knitting.) Big Love!!!
Yayyyy I'm totally on your page! Tried knitting, hated it, sewing can be exhausting and expensive but crocheting is awesome! Just beware of carpal tunnel!
Yay for discovering Crochet, it's fun! I really fell in love when I started to make plushies (Amigurumi). Some patterns are so adorable. Do a couple crochet videos? :)
I always have a crochet project in my bag with me, no matter where I'm going. As someone with autism and ADHD I've found that working with my hands is incredibly helpful. It gives me a break and helps me relax from stressful situations. It helps me focus on university lectures and on conversations by redirecting my excess energy and anxiety to my hands. I've also been knitting a lot and I love that too, but find that a crochet project is much easier to bring with you and prevent from unravelling in your bag. Also, your winter sounds like my perfect summer, haha. Here in Sweden we're having an extremely hot summer with over 30 degrees every day for weeks now and I'm melting away. xD
I'm so happy that you're loving crochet! And as for those thumbs, you're more than halfway - you already know how to make a hat, and it's basically just a mini hat on the side of each hand warmer!!
You really make me want to start crocheting. When I was little (under 10 certainly, probably closer to 6 or 7) my grandmother taught me how to crochet because she really liked to crochet at the time. She doesn't do it much now because she's 89 years old and can't see very well and doesn't have much energy. Anyway, I liked it at the time but didn't really take it up as a hobby. Now I really want to...
Yay! Crochet!!! Awesome right??!!! Check out Ravelry. You will lose yourself, it’s a total rabbit hole 🐇 I am a knitter too and yes they are very different! Most people who do both prefer one over the other. I love doing both. Perfect winter crafts ❤️ Enjoy!!! I am a huge fan of Manos Del Uruguay too. Check out Urth Yarns, they too are all woman prepared and they plant a tree for every skein they sell.
I love Ravelry! Thousands of free patterns, thousands more paid for patterns, a yarn database, groups to chat about pretty much anything, and main chat boards to get help if you get stuck in a pattern. It's for knitting, crochet, spinning (yarn), and weaving.
Hey Annika, congrats on your engagement, and I learned how to crochet when I was around 10 and I have made many things over the years especially baby blankets for my friends. The last thing that I sewed was a zipper bag, it so much fun to sew things especially for my daughter and my mom. I really love the things that you crocheted, thanks again for the wonderful video, and I am glad you are feeling better
I had a crazy idea but, crocheted harem pants? Hahah okay that may be too much, but I just got myself a pair of straight legged harem pant and it's been my life with the elasticated waist which is so faltering.
Hey Annika, welcome to the crochet community. I've been crocheting for almost two years and I love it. I started it as a way to help with my anxiety. One of my favorite projects is a crochet off the shoulder top I made by combining a few basic stitches and some lace I had already worked up. Keep at it! I would love to see some crocheting tutorials on your channel. Also congrats to you and luci!
Glad to see you so bubbly and happy!! And welcome to the Non-granny Crochet Club young padawan 😇. Next step for you is amigurumi, and all kind of geek nerdy dolls for your future Mr. Annika, congrats to that, will tag you on Instragram on my newest doll...Vincent Van Gogh 😍😘
i think i mentioned this in my comment on the last video, but i'm making a t-shirt quilt! (or trying to, lol) it's kind of a tradition in my community to make a quilt with all the t-shirts a person got from all their school clubs when the person graduates high school. my mom's not a huge sewer, but i figured i'd give it a try! so far, figuring out how to lay out all the squares has been pretty hard :p
I would totally do that with all my band shirts from high school but they all still fit...so I'll keep wearing them haha. I might ask my grandma to make them into a quillow for me at some point. (I love quillows they're so convenient and when its in quilt form you can put your feet in the pocket.)
I love knitting, but I've never liked crochet as much. It's nice to see that you like it though. Do you have a ravelry account? If not I recommend it, really great resource for anyone doing yarn crafts.
I'm so glad you're crocheting! I've made a couple of tutorials since I met you at VidCon last year. There are plenty of articles online that talk about the psychological benefits to crochet and knitting. I haven't tried any Tilly and the Buttons patterns yet, but I think I should. Some of those options for the pants look great!
Earl Grey Crochet ooooh yes!! Awesome!! I remember being ~obsessed~ with your crochet bag & how cute it was! It was one of the things that made me really want to learn, actually!
My mother taught me knitting and crochet when I was young. I never could follow a crochet pattern or extend beyond the standard but a few years ago I looked up how to make a granny square on UA-cam. UA-cam is so great! I've learnt how to do many more things but my favourite crochet ~move* is scalloped edges they're so easy and SO CUTE. I am crocheting a blanket for a friend and little blankets for the RSPCA right now.
Ive been on and off with crochet after I taught myself for YEARS, and I never have the patience for something as big as a blanket!!!! How!!!! Im gonna give it a go now, thanks for rekindling my love for crochet!
My best friend started crocheting and then took up knitting cause why not lol she loves them both but says knitting is a lot harder 😂 she tried to teach me but I’m more of a notebook maker than a crocheter 😂😂
I love TATB patterns and as you said I love the way she explains everything. Thinking the Cleo is very your style 😀 it can be hacked to have a zip or buttons up the front easily. Loving your makes 😀 Yay! Congratulations on your engagement ❤️
I used to love crochet! My grandma taught me. I fell out of it because I didn’t find anything I wanted from the patterns I had. I should get back in. Any suggestions?
I’m currently in the middle of teaching myself to knit socks! The socks themselves are done I just need to finish them, which is the hardest part. I also recently taught myself to crochet and I’ve been getting a monthly yarn subscription with crochet patterns to practice. They are on skein patterns that work up really quick and always have something new for me to learn in the pattern
I've been sewing doll clothes for the first time (which is SO HARD!!! TINY SCALE!) and I just finished knitting my sister a 2-2 rib scarf for our upcoming trip to Europe at the end of the year. Oh! And I'm making doll hair out of brushed and straightened yarn lengths. It's honestly addictive. Love you Annika! Congrats on the engagement, and keep doing your best.
I love crocheting! I've been crocheting for five years now. I has done wonders for my depression. I'm also a knitter and love knitting. I can understand that it is frustrating. I learned how to know in elementary school and was often throwing my needles aside in frustration when I messed up but I've come to love it! Right now I want to tackle sewing and your channel has helped me so much with that. I'm really happy that you've found joy in crocheting! Don't be hard on yourself if you experience some bumps along the way. I've made so many goof ups in crocheting and knitting. I'm currently experimenting with my sewing machine and making tons of mistakes, but each one is a lesson. I hope to see more of your crocheting adventures! Also--I would recommend checking Ravelry for patterns and checking thrift stores for yarn. I just found a load at Goodwill outlets for so cheap! Sorry for rambling! Haha! Edit: Congratulations!! I'm so happy for you two! ❤️❤️❤️
I see and crochet. I really like that you have gotten into this. Crochet helps me manage my stress, but it's also nice on the days I don't feel great. It feels a little more friendly than say, knitting! Especially it you have a hard time wielding multiple needles! Please post crochet stuff if you can, it would be really cool!
Ha, I put this video on to watch while I'm working on the blanket I'm crocheting. Glad to see more people get into it, it's one of my favorite hobbies. Congrats on the engagement!
I got a legitimate sewing machine and was so intimidated by it for weeks! I finally sat down and made two whole pillows and attempted my very first skirt. While it didn't turn out the way I planned, I was still able to wear it. I'm hoping to make lots more skirts, pillows, and experiment with fabrics! Cosplay might actually be feasible for me now too. I've been watching your videos for a couple years now and I've gotten into sewing because of your enthusiasm and great tutorials! I can't wait for more content! And congratulations on your engagement!
You were so hyped in this video. It was adorable and I love that you've gotten into another activity that's easier for you to do when you aren't feeling your best. And of course, congrats on the engagement!
You can say “What’s sewing on guys! It’s Annika!”
PUNS! Love it!! Ah
wait this is perfect. the only thing i could think of was “hello everyone! and welcome to my vlog!” but your idea is muuuch better 😂
Omg I love that
Luci: "You're not here for romance."
Me: You don't know my life!
Those beanies look amazing, Annika!! I also tried knitting, didn't care for it, and haven't pursed anything similar. I'm tempted to try crocheting now thanks to your review.
Dollightful If you're interested in incorporating crochet into your work (Love your videos by the way) I recomend looking for tat lace crochet. My Nan crochet several doll dresses for me using that method.
I knew you watched her from the sticker on your sewing machine 😆
This is awesome!
Love your vids!
Omg totally try crochet! You have so much more freedom compared to knitting, because there's only one working stitch at a time (so there's like zero chance of unraveling or dropping stitches), and because you can pick up a stitch pretty much anywhere you want in your work! 👍
Crochet is so much fun, i rarely ever finish projects but i finished a lot of crochet projects just because you can make such simple things from it and it's so quick and easy
"Welcome to vloggy vlog times"
BOOM done
Emily Payton hahahahaha
Idk annika this one is pretty solid
Emily Payton you beat me, but then again, im late
Vlog intro: “Welcome to Annika’s Vloggy Vlog Times, where we try our best!”
Jilly M +5000 upvotes for this
Yeees
U and Luci bring me joy💕
OMG GIRL!!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU AND LUCI!!!!!!
THIS IS SO EXCITTIIIIING. I've been crocheting for years and I seem to be almost completely alone in the 20's age bracket. Its so great to see someone who's content I love, getting into a hobby I also love, and it's also fantastic seeing crochet promoted to a younger craft community. By the way the beanies and bag are super cute. I also think making some tutorials for the things you're working on are a great idea! Don't worry about being a beginner, sometimes the tutorials made by beginners are the most easy for other people who have just started crochet to understand! Also, as another Australian, 20 degrees definitely counts as cold here :P.
Wooo, young crocheters! I started when I was 7-ish, I am now 20 and still doing it (occasionally). (Because I knit more than I crochet now). Also Annika, I would recommend the Mandarina Top by Drops. Their patters can be a bit hard to read, but the top is so nice!
I am 26 and I've been crocheting for about 6 years, you're not alone! I was taught by a former roommate. I am also so glad Annika got into the craft!
I'm 34, and me and two of my coworkers are HUGE into crochet! Some of my online friends are, and my "little" sister dabbles in it and knitting from time to time. Don't worry, you're not alone!
I’m 20 and I’ve been crocheting for 5 years and I love it and have made a few stuffed animals for friends
I’m 16 and I have been crocheting for maybe 4 years, I love it so much
Annika Vlogtoria. Nuff said
Absolutely! Was just about to comment that myself.
YESSSS
I'm so glad I wasn't the only one who thought of this!
You could call it "Sew, what's new?" Cause puns are important :3 Congrats on the engagement !
Hiya, Annika! So I don't know if you will see this comment, BUT, I have been crocheting both Amigurumi and clothing items for about 7 years. If you do write out the pattern, I would LOVE to proof read it for you before it is posted! I have been writing patterns for the past 3 years, so if you want a hand just let me know :)
I've been crocheting for years, for a beginner you are doing so so good. I'm not into knitting either but like you, I went crazy for crochet when my health wasn't that great. It is easy to do when you're not having a great day.
Also I'm so happy for you and Lucci (Giovanni 😊)
He couldn't have picked a better girl to fall in love with. I'm praying for y'all to be happy. You truly deserve it.
I was crocheting when i clicked this video and screamed with excitment when i seen that you got into it, its honestly my favorite thing to do!
Congratulations Annika!!! Oh I am so happy for you and Luci!! Wishing you many many years of bliss, happiness, prosperity, love and good health. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I love your pocket song you cute dork ❤️
The creative grandma is one of my favorite crochet channels on YT. I too have a smaller head and love making hats. I make hair ties with the smaller ball ends.
Love your videos.
MontanaSamieJo oooh great! I shall be k it out! Thank you ❤️
I started sewing because of your channel :)
I haven't made too many different things but I've made some pillows out of old shirts
I recently started crocheting and my first project is a blanket. I love listening to your podcast while I crochet.
Ooooo you should make a crochet wedding veil.. XD (Also I'd love to see the pattern for the beanies! I used to crochet a few years ago and want to pick it back up!)
I do want to make something crochet for my wedding!! :D (And my wedding dress. But not a crochet wedding dress, that would take approximately 1 billion years to finish haha)
Annika, you’re so (sew) inspiring in the way that you are willing to try something new even if you’ve never had lessons for it. It makes me feel that even as a true beginner I can get my sewing/crocheting/whatever skills good enough to make beautiful pieces
Speaking of Tilly and the Buttons, I bought her first book two months ago after deciding it was about time to learn to sew; I'm finding it very useful, it allows you to learn the basics through cute projects of increasing difficulty (hashtag not sponsored... I wish!). So far I made 1 pyjamas shorts, 3 skirts and 1 blouse.
My friends and family are amazed how fast I'm picking it up, I think I owe to watching you sew all these years, I already know what I need to do, if that makes sense!
I'd be interested in learning crochet, it's a shame that I knew how to make beanies and scarves in kindergarten (the perks of a crafty mum) and now I remember nothing!
Ps: Don't tell me how to live my life, Giovanni Linguini! I love watching you two banter.
I'm so happy to see you crochet! It's my favorite thing ever
Congrats on the sponsorship, hitting 700,000 subs, and most of all YOUR ENGAGEMENT! I'm so happy for you! You and Luci are so sweet together!
i'm doing my first sewing project!!!!! i'm almost done with it, but it's basically just a circle skirt. my grandma has been helping me with it and she says that i've been picking it up really well and she puts the fault on how she and her mother were always really into sewing. where i live used to be a really small area, so everyone knew each other and whenever there was some sort of special occasion, my great grandma was always making dresses and such for everyone. my grandma would just watch her and eventually just out of nowhere made her first dress by herself really well. BACK TO MY SKIRT, it's looking really cute so far, the fabric is black with cherries and white polka dots. a super cute and old pattern, i've been told. i'm so excited. thank you for inspiring me to make my own clothes. i've always wanted to have a creative outlet where not everything had to completely come from my imagination (i love painting and drawing, but i'm not that original when it comes to what to do) sewing has been great and honestly i think i'm going to start thrifting a lot of things too. i can't really right now because my mom doesn't necessarily like thrift stores, but when i start to drive and get a job i'll get more into it. THANK YOU SO MUCH THOUGH, ANNIKA. YOU'RE TRULY AN AMAZING PERSON & I'M SO HAPPY FOR YOU GETTING ENGAGED TO LUCI. I REALLY HOPE EVERYTHING THAT YOU'VE BEEN DEALING WITH GOES AWAY SOON.
Those beanies are adorable, I love them! I would love a pattern.
I tried knitting first, but didn't like it either.
But I've been crocheting for like about 5-ish years now
I'm sure you could write a pattern fairly easily
i find it profoundly funny that for australians 20 degrees is a bit chilly when here in finland 20 degrees is like short shorts and tank tops and everyone sitting on the terrace at bars weather 😄
Congrats on the engagement!! I’m so happy for you two!! 😊
Luci's a lucky man! You're awesome Annika! I love the pocket song. I get excited about pockets too. I made some black trousers with a contrast tartan pocket and I'm very proud of them. Pockets are awesome!
someone pls make the pocket song into a ringtone, it is my jam
Congrats on getting engaged! So happy for you! I love crocheting almost as much as i do sewing. But like you i hate knitting. So looking forward to see more of your new found hobby :)
Uh oh, now I have to start crocheting too! Also, congrats!!
Lovely to hear that your support worker is a crafty lady too!❤️
Whilst watching this video I was cutting out squares to make a quilt. I have never made one before! I am more a sewist, knitter and crocheter (and huge supporter of your new crochet love!).
I just made my first quilt! Well, since the one I made in middle school sewing club that wasn't completely finished. I am low key addicted to quilting now. The one I made was for my friend's baby, I brought the blank fabric to the baby shower and everyone decorated it with fabric markers before I sewed it!
Miss Matti My parents used to quilt when I was a kid in the late 70s/early 80s. I've been wanting to try it myself.
Loving the sound of the baby quilt! It seems slightly addictive (quilting) once you get into it! I have been watching a lot of UA-cam-videos on quilting (Loving the midnight quilt show right now). From watching all the videos it seems like most people get into it via baby quilts.. like baby knitted hats, or baby scrapbooks leading to bigger passions.. ;)
Oh! I'm so happy for the two of you. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!
You two are about to make major love history!!
Aw mate, I'm glad you've found a new crafty hobby. I taught myself how to knit last winter and I also got reaaally into it (I never got into crochet bc I don't really like how the patterns look?). I made several hats and scarves and I got fascinated by the different patterns you can make (hello diagonal striped Grey/pink infinity scarf!) I like ravelry.com for patterns and ideas.
Btw, I also struggle with migraines and live in darkness, so I get the 'not being able to hunch over a sewing machine' thing. I often sew things by hand, bc I get to just lie back. Takes forever, but it keeps me busy. Keep up the good work!
Edit: EEEEK!!! Congrats to you and Luci! I'm so happy for you guys.
Congratulations on your engagement 😊😊😊 you've picked crochet up very quickly your beanies and bag are lovely and it doesn't matter your blankets not straight its homemade and will keep you warm and it looks nice keep it up 😊😊😊
You should diy some (or all) of your wedding dress/veil/flowers. Maybe you could do fabric flowers or thrift a wedding dress and alter it to your liking.😄
I started spinning yarn on a drop spindle this week. I LOVE IT! I think I am gonna crochet a hat when I am done with this batch of yarn.
I love crochet! It's one of my favorite winter crafts, and I've been doing it for about 5 years. Your beanies look so great!
If you want someone to look over your pattern before you share to make sure it looks good, I'd be more than happy to help, and I'm sure others would too!
I'm so happy to hear you love crochet!! I've been crocheting for a couple years and taught myself from UA-cam tutorials. I feel the same way about knitting.
Hope your migraines ease up. Your intro could be something like “Hi! My names Annika and this is the series where I connect with you, the viewers, about different things happening in my life.”
Yesssss!!!! Congratulations Anika and Luciano! I really love you two as a couple and am so happy for your engagement. Wishing you all the best!
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ENGAGEMENT im crying!! 💕💕💕
I’m so happy you’ve found crocheting !!! Hands down the best craft and great for people with chronic illnesses!! I taught myself while undergoing treatment for cancer and it was perfect for being in a hospital bed and now it’s still a craft I can do with my chronic illnesses and also really good for my pain as it keeps me using my hands and wrists !! I love the bag !! I’m obsessed with making stuffed animals to sell!! It’s so nice to see young people get into crocheting (I’m 20) !!
Also congratulations guys !!!!! I’m so happy for you two getting engaged! Your videos make me so happy and you are both great !!!!!!
Beautiful couple Congratulations , so happy for you guys 🎉🎊🎉🎊🎉🎉🎉🎊
Congratulations to the both of you!!
I am crafty as all get up and I also have not tried crochet. My nana tried to teach me how to knit and it was a disaster. I can macreme and do other knot crafts, maybe I will have to give crochet a try. I did buy myself a lunch needle for my birthday let's just say it's still a learning process.
Happy Camper Kid ive crocheted for about 10 yrs as a hobby, I find it so much easier than knitting and i find it much easier to manage the stitches.
I got into crocheting as a teenager. You can take old plastic butter or cream cheese tubs, punch holes under the rim with a paper punch, and crochet a ruffle skirt around it for a homestyle decor ring for whatever you put in the tub ... flowers, a big candle, jar or vase filled with whatever, etc.
I've made 2 different purses using crochet: I took some yarn that alternated between a dark blue to white then back to dark blue, and crocheted a clutch purse. I sewed in a liner (yes, I was able to use a sewing machine), then looped yarn through the gop edge crochet loops and around a tension spring loaded closure bar so the purse opening could be push closed or pulled open. I made no handles. It was my favorite purse in my senior year of high school. I also made another purse later, but instead I used red yarn and wooden purse handles popularly used on macrame bags. It's a shame I work at a job that require their employees to use clear or see-thru bags, because I'd love to make another purse, crocheted or home-sewn. Purses and bags are my weakness; I jokingly call myself the bag lady. :-p
Would a net bag count? Like the reusable mesh shopping bag crochet patterns?
As a fellow Crocheter, HOOKERS UNITE!
elementwind91 I just joined!!! :D it’s ~amazing~ and I’ve spent way too much time browsing it already!!
Currently working on two crochet projects (finished whip-stitching a portion of my sweater while watching this!). One is the Caron “Big easy crochet pullover”, which a free pattern. The other is a naptime baby blanket that I got from a book I bought at a craft store. Both are so soft and comfy and will be so delightful come wintertime in the states :)
And congrats on the engagement! I’m sure all the diy wedding crafts will be exciting. Diy wedding dress, perhaps?
Brina Rambles ah!! I’ve seen that! I wanna try it!
I love crocheting! It's my favorite pass time, I love to work on projects while I watch youtube. I just hand sewed a utensil holder for my bamboo utensils! I made it out of some thrifted napkins which are super cute! I also used your jeans to skirt tutorial to make a jean shirt, which i then embroidered daisy's on, for a concert!
Do a crochet along for them. It'll save you lots of time. I love crocheting too!! I have been making baby blankets, mermaid tail blankets, hats, scarves, mandala vests, and more. Crocheting is very meditative I found.
I'm very impressed by your blanket!!! That does take some determination to work on such a large project (y). If you are into crocheting, i'd really advise you to give knitting another go. But instead of doing it the way you did it in the first place, try some tutorials on norwegian knitting. Once you know how to crochet it is pretty similar and much easier! (I learned norwegian knitting just a while ago and it goes sooooo much faster than regular knitting.)
Big Love!!!
Oh cool!! Thank you for the tip! :D
Yayyyy I'm totally on your page! Tried knitting, hated it, sewing can be exhausting and expensive but crocheting is awesome! Just beware of carpal tunnel!
Yay for discovering Crochet, it's fun! I really fell in love when I started to make plushies (Amigurumi). Some patterns are so adorable. Do a couple crochet videos? :)
I always have a crochet project in my bag with me, no matter where I'm going. As someone with autism and ADHD I've found that working with my hands is incredibly helpful. It gives me a break and helps me relax from stressful situations. It helps me focus on university lectures and on conversations by redirecting my excess energy and anxiety to my hands. I've also been knitting a lot and I love that too, but find that a crochet project is much easier to bring with you and prevent from unravelling in your bag. Also, your winter sounds like my perfect summer, haha. Here in Sweden we're having an extremely hot summer with over 30 degrees every day for weeks now and I'm melting away. xD
Lol was hoping she’d put a pic of the bishop sleeves because I didn’t wanna google it and was like ohhhh when I saw it
& congrats!!
Hahaha I make you do your homework :P
I'm so happy that you're loving crochet! And as for those thumbs, you're more than halfway - you already know how to make a hat, and it's basically just a mini hat on the side of each hand warmer!!
My mind thought, "Today's sponsor is Luci?" Also Congrats!!!
Rebekah Navarro hahahahaha
You really make me want to start crocheting. When I was little (under 10 certainly, probably closer to 6 or 7) my grandmother taught me how to crochet because she really liked to crochet at the time. She doesn't do it much now because she's 89 years old and can't see very well and doesn't have much energy. Anyway, I liked it at the time but didn't really take it up as a hobby. Now I really want to...
Yay! Crochet!!! Awesome right??!!! Check out Ravelry. You will lose yourself, it’s a total rabbit hole 🐇
I am a knitter too and yes they are very different! Most people who do both prefer one over the other. I love doing both. Perfect winter crafts ❤️
Enjoy!!!
I am a huge fan of Manos Del Uruguay too. Check out Urth Yarns, they too are all woman prepared and they plant a tree for every skein they sell.
Yarnonymous S ohhhh awesome, thank you sooo much for all the great suggestions 💖
I love Ravelry! Thousands of free patterns, thousands more paid for patterns, a yarn database, groups to chat about pretty much anything, and main chat boards to get help if you get stuck in a pattern. It's for knitting, crochet, spinning (yarn), and weaving.
Hey Annika, congrats on your engagement, and I learned how to crochet when I was around 10 and I have made many things over the years especially baby blankets for my friends. The last thing that I sewed was a zipper bag, it so much fun to sew things especially for my daughter and my mom. I really love the things that you crocheted, thanks again for the wonderful video, and I am glad you are feeling better
I had a crazy idea but, crocheted harem pants? Hahah okay that may be too much, but I just got myself a pair of straight legged harem pant and it's been my life with the elasticated waist which is so faltering.
Hey Annika, welcome to the crochet community. I've been crocheting for almost two years and I love it. I started it as a way to help with my anxiety. One of my favorite projects is a crochet off the shoulder top I made by combining a few basic stitches and some lace I had already worked up. Keep at it! I would love to see some crocheting tutorials on your channel. Also congrats to you and luci!
Glad to see you so bubbly and happy!! And welcome to the Non-granny Crochet Club young padawan 😇. Next step for you is amigurumi, and all kind of geek nerdy dolls for your future Mr. Annika, congrats to that, will tag you on Instragram on my newest doll...Vincent Van Gogh 😍😘
So nice to see two such sweet people find life long happiness. Congrats to you both!!🍾🥂
i think i mentioned this in my comment on the last video, but i'm making a t-shirt quilt! (or trying to, lol) it's kind of a tradition in my community to make a quilt with all the t-shirts a person got from all their school clubs when the person graduates high school. my mom's not a huge sewer, but i figured i'd give it a try! so far, figuring out how to lay out all the squares has been pretty hard :p
I would totally do that with all my band shirts from high school but they all still fit...so I'll keep wearing them haha.
I might ask my grandma to make them into a quillow for me at some point. (I love quillows they're so convenient and when its in quilt form you can put your feet in the pocket.)
You learned all that in 2 months?? Awesome. I wish i could do that. My sister crochets a lot. She does amazing things.
I love knitting, but I've never liked crochet as much. It's nice to see that you like it though. Do you have a ravelry account? If not I recommend it, really great resource for anyone doing yarn crafts.
Larkin I just got one thanks to everyone’s recommendations on here!!! I’m obsessed already haha
Ravelry is the best place for yarn crafters everywhere!! So many patterns, yarns, forums and help from people all over!!! I love it!!
I'm so glad you're crocheting! I've made a couple of tutorials since I met you at VidCon last year. There are plenty of articles online that talk about the psychological benefits to crochet and knitting.
I haven't tried any Tilly and the Buttons patterns yet, but I think I should. Some of those options for the pants look great!
Earl Grey Crochet ooooh yes!! Awesome!! I remember being ~obsessed~ with your crochet bag & how cute it was! It was one of the things that made me really want to learn, actually!
My mother taught me knitting and crochet when I was young. I never could follow a crochet pattern or extend beyond the standard but a few years ago I looked up how to make a granny square on UA-cam. UA-cam is so great! I've learnt how to do many more things but my favourite crochet ~move* is scalloped edges they're so easy and SO CUTE. I am crocheting a blanket for a friend and little blankets for the RSPCA right now.
Horay for crocheting!!! I love crocheting💕💕💕
So glad you have discovered the joy of crocheting!! Love all of your videos. Congratulations to you and Luci on your engagement.
Please please please make crochet videos! I've just started crocheting and I really need guidance from someone whos also starting
Ive been on and off with crochet after I taught myself for YEARS, and I never have the patience for something as big as a blanket!!!! How!!!! Im gonna give it a go now, thanks for rekindling my love for crochet!
I swear people either love knitting or love crocheting. I have yet to meet someone who loves both.
Maggie Jett i love both but i like knitting better
My sister loves both 🤷♀️
I love both! But I prefer the fabric of knitting, so I give my crochet items away when finished!
My best friend started crocheting and then took up knitting cause why not lol she loves them both but says knitting is a lot harder 😂 she tried to teach me but I’m more of a notebook maker than a crocheter 😂😂
Maggie Jett ME
I love TATB patterns and as you said I love the way she explains everything. Thinking the Cleo is very your style 😀 it can be hacked to have a zip or buttons up the front easily.
Loving your makes 😀
Yay! Congratulations on your engagement ❤️
I used to love crochet! My grandma taught me. I fell out of it because I didn’t find anything I wanted from the patterns I had. I should get back in. Any suggestions?
AubryStrawberry a stuffed animal 😍 there are really cute Kawaii cat and octopus patterns
Ravelry.com
Definitely Ravelry. Get ready to lose some time getting lost in all the patterns! XD
I’m currently in the middle of teaching myself to knit socks! The socks themselves are done I just need to finish them, which is the hardest part.
I also recently taught myself to crochet and I’ve been getting a monthly yarn subscription with crochet patterns to practice. They are on skein patterns that work up really quick and always have something new for me to learn in the pattern
I am a huge crochetter for years and I love it sooooooooo much. I know how to knit, but its meh. Crochet on the other hand, EPIC!
Ugh I wish it was cold. We're having a horrible heat wave here in California *like 100+* so jelly. Glad you're feeling well enough to do a video 💙💙
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!! crochet buddys!!!!!!!
I've been sewing doll clothes for the first time (which is SO HARD!!! TINY SCALE!) and I just finished knitting my sister a 2-2 rib scarf for our upcoming trip to Europe at the end of the year. Oh! And I'm making doll hair out of brushed and straightened yarn lengths. It's honestly addictive.
Love you Annika! Congrats on the engagement, and keep doing your best.
Ouu now I wanna try crocheting too! :D
(Btw, I really like the bag you made/making)
I like vloggy vlog times actually! It’s so cute!
Ravelry.com is one of my favorite places to go for crochet patterns. Edit: creativegrandma is great for just exploring new stitches.
I love crocheting! I've been crocheting for five years now. I has done wonders for my depression. I'm also a knitter and love knitting. I can understand that it is frustrating. I learned how to know in elementary school and was often throwing my needles aside in frustration when I messed up but I've come to love it! Right now I want to tackle sewing and your channel has helped me so much with that. I'm really happy that you've found joy in crocheting! Don't be hard on yourself if you experience some bumps along the way. I've made so many goof ups in crocheting and knitting. I'm currently experimenting with my sewing machine and making tons of mistakes, but each one is a lesson. I hope to see more of your crocheting adventures!
Also--I would recommend checking Ravelry for patterns and checking thrift stores for yarn. I just found a load at Goodwill outlets for so cheap! Sorry for rambling! Haha!
Edit: Congratulations!! I'm so happy for you two! ❤️❤️❤️
I really wanna see the pattern for the grey hat!!!
I see and crochet. I really like that you have gotten into this. Crochet helps me manage my stress, but it's also nice on the days I don't feel great. It feels a little more friendly than say, knitting! Especially it you have a hard time wielding multiple needles! Please post crochet stuff if you can, it would be really cool!
Are you wearing a Lauren’s hope ID? I’m getting mine in the mail soon!
yes! it's sooooo pretty! I am in love!
Ha, I put this video on to watch while I'm working on the blanket I'm crocheting. Glad to see more people get into it, it's one of my favorite hobbies. Congrats on the engagement!
Oh my gosh yes, when I was younger I'd sit outside the playground by the door back to school and crochet because I didn't like people there
I got a legitimate sewing machine and was so intimidated by it for weeks! I finally sat down and made two whole pillows and attempted my very first skirt. While it didn't turn out the way I planned, I was still able to wear it. I'm hoping to make lots more skirts, pillows, and experiment with fabrics! Cosplay might actually be feasible for me now too. I've been watching your videos for a couple years now and I've gotten into sewing because of your enthusiasm and great tutorials! I can't wait for more content! And congratulations on your engagement!
20 degrees is cold??? it's 20 degrees and summer here where i live!!!
Hahhaa me too like 20 is rather hot here haha
Congrats you two!!!!!!
Clippings?
As in, a suggestion as to what to call your vlogs? Love you~~
JuniperBlackBear ooooh I like that!
Manos is amazing! They have a lot of different yarns which are lovely. Super love that you love crochet! I knit and crochet and it’s my zen.
Sewing is such a spoon heavy activity.
You were so hyped in this video. It was adorable and I love that you've gotten into another activity that's easier for you to do when you aren't feeling your best. And of course, congrats on the engagement!