Designer Crochet: Missoni

Designer Crochet: Missoni’s Signature Zig-Zags and Beyond

Missoni was founded in 1958 as a small knitwear shop based in Gallarate, Italy and run by Ottavio and Rosita Missoni. It wasn’t until 1958 that the label launched its first collection in Milan.  Missoni has gone through numerous changes, both within the structure of the company and lead designers, and also on their retail …

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Benefits Of Crochet

10 Health Benefits of Crochet: Healing the Mind

This post is a testament to the original founder and author of Crochet Concupiscence, Katherine Vercillo. Katherine strongly believes in the healing benefits of crochet and speaks more on her journey in her book “Crochet Saved My Life.” Each of the current authors of this blog has felt the healing benefits of crochet in their own …

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crochet wire sculptor ruth asawa

Crochet Wire Sculptor Ruth Asawa: Artistry and Activism

Ruth Asawa is a Japanese American artist who experienced life in internment camps during her childhood. Although this is a horrible example of discrimination and abuse from fellow Americans, Ruth says that this experience shaped who she became and drastically impacted her art. 1. Public Commissions – Origami Sculpture Public Commissions – Origami Sculpture Along …

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French Crochet Blogs

French Crochet Blogs: Sophistication, Style, and Creativity!

Explore the vast and beautiful creations in crochet from around the world with a look at French crocheters and crafters. Crochet blogs and content creators that are in a foreign language provide a great opportunity to soak up the visuals of our craft and to see what people in other parts of the world are …

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