March is National Crochet Month, and that means it’s time for crochet to take center stage! It’s the perfect opportunity for us as crochet designers to step into the spotlight too. This month, let’s challenge ourselves to connect with the crochet community in new and exciting ways. I’ll share five awesome ways you can engage with your followers and grow your audience.

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The History of National Crochet Month

The Crochet Guild of America (CGOA) kicked off National Crochet Month back in 1997 to spread the love for crocheting and get more people to pick up a hook and join in! Since then, March has turned into a worldwide celebration packed with fun projects, lively crochet-alongs, and a ton of sharing on social media. It’s a super fun time to support independent designers and fiber artists while connecting with fellow crochet fans!

How to Celebrate as a Crochet Designer

While many crocheters use this month to start new projects or learn new stitches, as a designer, you can take it a step further. Here are some ways to celebrate National Crochet Month while connecting with your audience:

• Revisit Old Designs – Look back at your first published patterns and reflect on how much you’ve grown. Could any of them use a refresh? Share your thoughts with your audience.
• Try a New Design Challenge – Maybe you’ve been wanting to experiment with a new construction method or stitch pattern. This is the perfect time! Get your audience involved by creating a Crochet Along!
• Share Your Knowledge – Host a Q&A on social media, write a blog post, or go live to talk about your design process.
• Engage with the Community – Collaborate with fellow designers, create polls in your stories, or simply interact with more of your followers online.
• Plan Your Year – March is also a great time to map out your upcoming design releases and set creative goals for the year ahead. Share your process in a reel!

Speaking of planning your year, don’t forget to check out my CROCHET DESIGNER’S PLANNER WORKBOOK. This workbook will help you plan out your design year in a sustainable and reasonable way!

Stay Organized with a Crochet Content Calendar

If you want to keep your content flowing during National Crochet Month, having a plan really helps. I’ve put together a Crochet Designer Content Calendar to help you take the guesswork out of what to post each day this month. This content calendar can be used to post static posts, carousels, reels, or even newsletters! Download it for free: