I spent the better part of the day away from socials and came back to a pleasant surprise! We had 2 new members pending! I want to officially welcome you both, @Autum Bock & @Kimberly B to our Sanctuary! Please find the Start Here Post to learn a little more about the Sanctuary. Please give them a warm welcome! We look forward to learning more about you while we tackle the hook and string!

As a crochet artist—and especially as a teacher in my local community —the question I get asked most is: "Do your kids crochet, too?" ​The short answer? Yes! But the "mom" answer? I let them find their own rhythm. ​While all my kiddos have mastered the basics (we’ve made a lot of chains in this house!), I’ve always had a rule: If they aren’t feeling the spark, I don’t push the hook. Creativity should feel like a playground, not a chore! ​But today, my "Crochet Momma" heart is absolutely bursting. My oldest first picked up a hook 16 years ago. What started as tiny, super-tightly woven granny squares has evolved into something truly breathtaking. From stunning wearables to intricate earrings and everything in between, seeing their growth and artistic eye develop has been such a gift. ​It’s a beautiful reminder that when we plant those seeds of creativity—and give them plenty of room to grow—they eventually bloom into something spectacular. 🌸 ​Tell me in the comments: Have you passed your craft down to your kids or grandkids? Or are you the "First Generation" maker in your family? 👇

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​Hi everyone, ​I’ve been doing a lot of talking lately—sharing my "No-Buy" pledge, my hopes for this Sanctuary, and even the messy truth about how my favorite hobby started feeling like a chore. Thank you for listening and for stepping into this space with me. ​But today, I’m putting my hook down and pulling up a chair because I want to hear from you. ​Whether you’ve been following my journey since the beginning or you just found this community five minutes ago, you belong here. This isn't just my Sanctuary; it’s ours. ​I’ve put my 2026 goals out there (trading the "Yarn-nado" for more intentional, peaceful stitches), but now it’s your turn. I want to know what’s sitting on your heart as we start this new year together. ​If you’re comfortable sharing, tell me: ​❤️What is your "One Word" for 2026? ​🌹What is one thing you want to let go of in your creative life this year? (Maybe it’s the guilt of unfinished projects, or the pressure to be perfect?) ​👑What is a "peaceful goal" you have for yourself? 👋Do you have a community of your own here on Skool? Share it with us. 💡Is said community doing any fun challenges this month? Today is the day to share it all and connect. ​There are no wrong answers here. This is a "no-hustle" zone. Whether your goal is to finally finish that one blanket or simply to pick up your hook for five minutes when the world gets too loud, I want to celebrate it with you. Heck, your goal doesn't even have to be crochet or craft related, I wanna know about you! ​Drop your thoughts in the comments below. I’ll be here all day reading and replying—I can’t wait to get to know you all a little deeper. ​With love, ​Melissa