Last Week in Crochet - Volume 3, Issue 26
Global Crochet News | June 22 - 28, 2026
Yarn Crawls & Fiber Events This Week
PA Yarn Fest | Pennsylvania, USA | May 1 - October 31
Cowboy Yarn Crawl | Wyoming, USA | May 25 - September 7
North Carolina Yarn Tour | North Carolina, USA | July 1 - 31 (43 shops: west to east)
Woll Festival Kassel | Hesse, 34119 Kassel, DE | July 4 - 5 (day ticket 10€)
Stitch Fest by the Sea | Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1AJ, UK | July 4 - 5 (day ticket £8.00)
Summer Stash Bash 2026: Crocheting for a Cause with Soap S.A.C.K.
This year, Yarn Over Hook is partnering with S.A.C.K., which stands for Supporting A Community with Kindness, to turn our yarn stashes into handmade comfort, practical care, and global goodwill.
S.A.C.K. is a grassroots initiative founded by Stacy Wiener to help provide essential toiletries to underserved communities. Click here for more information!
Use your stash.
Make what you can.
Donate where you are.
Help us make a global impact
Self-taught crochet artist surprises Marine dad with ‘meaningful gift’ for Father’s Day
Military Families Magazine
Charlotte Smith surprised her Marine dad with a special handmade gift to celebrate Father’s Day — as well as a milestone in his career.
Crochet-Based Strain Sensors Show Promise for Smart Garments - AZoSensors
AZoSensors
A new crochet-based textile sensor design maintained stable electrical performance under simulated breathing and abrasion, supporting future smart ...
Volunteer opportunities | Jefferson City News Tribune
Jefferson City News Tribune
Afghans for Angels seeks volunteers to crochet, knit or construct quilts to be given to families who have suffered the loss of a baby at birth or ...
It’s like entering the Moore County Fair; Frontier Days seeks cultural arts entries
The Lynchburg Times
EXHIBIT CATEGORIES. BASKETRY; BEAD WORK: JEWLERY, CLOTHING, ANY OTHER; CERAMICS; CHAIRS & STOOLS: WOVEN OR CANED; CROCHET-Thread; CROCHET-Yarn; CROSS ...
Valley fiber artist stitches the community together - The LaFayette Sun
The LaFayette Sun
VALLEY — Bambie’s Crochet Corner fiber artist, Amber Hartzog, said she has been crocheting for 14 years and loves to share her creations with her ...
Why 300 crochet flowers are brightening Mowbray Park | The Northern Echo
The Northern Echo
More than 300 hand-crafted knitted and crocheted flowers have brightened Mowbray Park Community Garden in a vibrant yarn-bomb installation, ...
Tanker Truck Rips Crochet Canopy Over Mérida Foodie Corridor - Yucatán Magazine
Yucatán Magazine
A tanker truck tore through crochet canopy installed not two weeks ago on Mérida’s Gastronomic Corridor.
Miscarriage Association unveils new name and brand identity - 2026 - Transform magazine
Transform magazine
A new colour palette introduces deep warm tones used in crochet squares in contrast with light pastels, providing comfort without losing clarity.
Fiber Fridays at the Sadie Ford Farm: Crochet Lavender [12 PM] | Tennessee State Parks
Tennessee State Parks
Event Details. Fiber Friday: Crocheted Lavender Flowers. Join us for Fiber Friday at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and learn how to crochet your own ...
Stitching friendships: How crochet is becoming Goa’s new social circle - The Times of India
The Times of India
Discover how crochet workshops in Goa are transforming social connections, offering a creative outlet for individuals to bond over yarn and ...
Missoula local publishes book of quirky crochet patterns - Billings Gazette
Billings Gazette
Hamilton created GheeBeans Crafty, where she sells handmade plushies and crochet patterns. Her book, “Quirky Amigurumi: 30 Low-Sew Crochet ...
From burnout to beanies: Anglesea scientist gives crochet profits to charity - Surf Coast Times
Times News Group
Surf Coast epidemiologist Steph Main turns to crochet for burnout recovery, donating all Yarnside profits to local environmental and community ...
Live Well, Age Well: Healthy Hobbies - WSAZ
WSAZ
With so many people dealing with digital burnout, people of all ages are putting down their phones and picking up yarn and a crochet hook. In this ...
World’s Longest-Living Trio of Sisters, recognised by Guinness World Records and LongeviQuest
Reuters Connect
109 year old Levita de Deus Nunes wears crocheted slippers she made herself in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 23, 2026. REUTERS/Tita Barros.
School crochet club helps out seniors | Community | paulsvalleydailydemocrat.com
Pauls Valley Daily Democrat
Submitted Photo Members of the Pauls Valley High School Crochet Club dedicated their time and talents this school year to a heartwarming community ...
WellSpan Brightspot: Volunteer’s labor of love comforts patients
WellSpan Health
Since starting in January, Nan has crocheted five blankets and is currently working on a red, white and blue blanket for the Fourth of July. Self- ...
Why More Couples Are Choosing Craft Date Nights in 2026 | Raleigh News & Observer
Raleigh (N.C.) News and Observer
Crochet events jumped 44%, jewelry-making events climbed 34%, and broader interest in collage, crafting and pottery-making continues to grow.
How One Crocheter Turned a Train-Ride Hobby into a Sold-Out Handmade Bag Brand
Better Homes & Gardens
Crochet designer Arianna D’Agostini shares how By Winnie grew from a train-ride hobby into a handmade bag brand built on patience and craft.
Creating colorful plushies - Las Cruces Bulletin
Las Cruces Bulletin
Inspired by seeing crochet products online and while walking through the Farmer’s Market, Payton Gambordella decided to share her own creations ...
Students Crochet Blankets For Cancer Patients - Jersey Shore Online
Jersey Shore Online
TOMS RIVER – Students at Toms River Intermediate East put their crochet skills to work for a cause, creating handmade blankets for patients ...
Building community one stitch at a time | | purdueexponent.org
Purdue Exponent
Additionally, The Strand offers an ethically-sourced collection of artisan crochet goods, customizable yarns and eco-friendly fibers. 06/22– The ...
Support group in Brooklyn helping people navigate grief through knitting, crochet and more
CBS News
Fiber arts are being used to help people navigate grief in Brooklyn.
Crochet Tulsa hosts craft-a-thon to support Alzheimer’s Association | News | fox23.com
Fox 23
Crochet Tulsa held its inaugural Clarity Craft-a-Thon at Kendall Whittier Church on Saturday. The event invited members of the community to enjoy an ...
Fort Smith gets a yarn shop | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
The specialty yarn and fiber arts shop sells hand-dyed yarns, spinning fibers, knitting and crochet supplies, tools and, soon, educational classes ...
Manchester Chamber Celebrates Soul Weavers Aevum with Ribbon Cutting
Thunder Radio
“Owner, Julie, offers a variety of classes, including candle making, Wabi-Sabi, crochet, and more. Visitors can also explore artisanal crafts ...