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Browse Micky’s newest stories, patterns, discoveries and useful crochet tips.

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Free Pattern: The Rainbow Ripple Throw 🌈

Seven colours of pure joy, cresting in gentle chevron waves from one end of the blanket to the other. This is the cosiest, most colourful thing you'll ever make.

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Free Pattern: Sunflower Granny Square Cushion Cover 🌻

Four sunflower granny squares joined into a cushion cover that looks like a little garden on your sofa. Gloriously golden, beginner-friendly, and endlessly satisfying to make.

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Free Pattern: The Springtime Slouch Hat 🌸

A relaxed, beanie-style hat with a gentle slouch worked in pastel stripes. Quick, wearable, and works in any colour combination you can dream up.

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Welcome to Crochet By Micky! ✨

Meet Micky, the 12-year-old maker behind a colourful world of yarn, hooks and handmade magic.

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5 Things Every Beginner Crocheter Should Know

Just picked up a hook? These five friendly tips will save you tears, tangles and lots of frustration.

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Yarn 101: Which Wool Should I Pick? 🧶

Acrylic, cotton, merino, chenille — the yarn aisle is a rainbow jungle. Here's a kid-friendly guide.

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Hooks & Needles: A Complete Guide for New Crocheters

Aluminium, bamboo, ergonomic, in-line, tapered — let's demystify the magical stick that makes crochet possible.

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Free Pattern: Tiny Amigurumi Octopus 🐙

A super-cute, super-quick beginner-friendly amigurumi octopus you can finish in one afternoon.

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