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🧶 Patterns with Purpose

Welcome to a space where creativity meets intention.
Here, I share guides to my handmade designs, tips and inspiration to help you create pieces that are not only beautiful — but meaningful.

Whether you’re crafting for yourself, your home, or the world around you, every stitch is a quiet act of care.
Let these patterns inspire a slower, simpler, more mindful way of living — one project at a time.

🌿 Make with love. Live with purpose.

Close-up of a lavender crochet crop top with shell border and ribbed texture

Looking for a quick and easy summer make? The “Lavender Breeze” Top is just what you need!
With a few materials, a simple stitch inspired by Tunisian crochet, and a touch of creativity, you can create a unique, airy top perfect for beach days or breezy evenings.

Handmade crochet sweater with openwork stripes in natural yarn, displayed on a model wearing it with a relaxed, minimalist look.

A light and modern piece, designed for comfort, ease, and creativity. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced maker, this pattern will guide you to create something truly special — one stitch at a time.

hande made Althea crochet sweater with unique artisanl design.

A simple and intuitive crochet project, perfect for making a cozy, oversized sweater tailored to your size. Great for beginners familiar with basic stitches.

The Vintage Rose Crochet Bag is a quick and customizable project—perfect for summer, the beach, or as a handmade gift. Make it in a day and tailor the size to your style!

Lightweight, lacy, and effortlessly stylish—this boho-inspired sweater is perfect for layering in any season.

The must-have checkerboard bag—versatile, stylish, and beginner-friendly. A quick, creative project to elevate any outfit.

Romantic, breezy, and full of personality—the Gipsy Chic blouse brings boho elegance to your handmade wardrobe.

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Lightweight, elegant, and customizable—the Cozy Nest Sweater is a timeless layering piece made with simple modular squares.

Melis Crochet Sweater easy fast

The Melis Sweater is soft, lightweight, and effortlessly elegant—crafted from simple square motifs with refined details.

Soft Harmony crochet vest

A simple and intuitive crochet project, perfect for making a cozy, oversized vest  tailored to your size. 

How to crochet the Stars Lace Top

Light, breezy, and beginner-friendly—this lacy crochet top is the perfect summer project, easy to make and fun to wear.

Chic, flattering, and summer-ready—the Zahira Dress is a light, breezy project that’s simple to make and perfect for sunny days.

Breezy, easy, and versatile—the Blue Sky Dress is the perfect summer project, ideal for the beach or layered for the city.

Cozy, relaxed, and full of handmade charm—Woolen Harmony is the perfect sweater for cooler days and effortless style.

Easy, textured, and eye-catching—the Checkerboard Stitch combines solid and openwork sections for a bold, modern look.

A bold and versatile stitch for intermediate crocheters—perfect for adding texture and structure to blankets, sweaters, and more.

Break free from routine stitches—learn how to work multiple rows at once with this clever Tunisian crochet technique, perfect for adding depth and creativity to your projects.

Discover a creative twist on mesh stitch—this Tunisian-inspired technique lets you work multiple rows at once, speeding up your summer projects and unlocking endless design possibilities.

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Looking for new crochet stitches to spark your creativity? Here’s a playlist full of step-by-step video tutorials → Click here

Want to learn Tunisian crochet? I’ve created an easy-to-follow collection just for you → Click here

Are you left-handed? Don’t worry – I’ve made a dedicated playlist for lefties too → Click here

If you’re into a calm, light and minimalist lifestyle, here’s a page filled with gentle inspiration →Click here

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Remember: every stitch you make, every piece you create with your hands, is an act of love for yourself. You don’t need much — just time, heart, and a thread to follow.
Embrace your slowness, create with intention, and let your craft tell your story.

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