Any place is a great place to crochet. But if you’re going to do some traveling and you love yarn and crochet then these destinations are even better than the rest.
Fair Trade Crochet: Mar y Sol
I love fair trade crochet, which refers to crochet that is done by artisans in other countries who are treated fairly, given a living wage and able to use their creative skills to earn money.
Maker of New Sport Learns to Crochet, Helps Women in Brazil
The video below shows how a man created a new sport, basically combining hackey sack with volleyball.
Artisan Crochet from Hearts
Crochet from Hearts, which works with 2000 artisans around the world to promote eco-friendly, sustainable products and support freedom and human rights around the world.
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.
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.
Same Sky Fair Trade Crochet in Action
I have written a lot about fair trade crochet, including highlighting the work of Same Sky. Here’s what it’s all about.