crochet around the world

Post image for Gantsilyo: Crochet in the Philippines and Trey Ajusto

I was happy to get a message from Trey Ajusto, a crocheter in the Philippines who shared her work with me.

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Post image for New Limited Edition Bracelet from Same Sky (Fair Trade Crochet)

I love seeing these different crochet jewelry techniques used in a luxury-style item that looks so different from what people normally think of as crochet.

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Post image for Fair Trade Fashion / Crochet by ZemZem Atelier

ZemZem Atelier, a fashion brand that works with crafters in Turkey, is the latest I’ve found in my research into fair trade crochet.

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Post image for 8 Check-it-Out German Crochet Blogs (+3 Other German Crocheters)

I’m continuing on with sharing some of my favorite crochet blogs in foreign languages. This week I’ll share some German crochet blogs.

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Three things that I think are cool are coming together in one place: Kickstarter funding, fair trade crochet and LED light Frisbees.

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Post image for Crochet is a Part of Cuba’s Havana Biennial

Havana Biennial celebrates artists in developing nations. This year it’s all about street art and crochet has played its part.

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Post image for Brazilian Pop Tab Crochet and The Brands That Support the Artisans

Escama Studios is one example of a company that sells crochet pop top accessories to benefit artisans in other countries.

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