Mindful Crochet

26/09/2026

The pain of frogging the work in progress… and having too many ideas…

I am at the market today selling my Izabela Rocks Jewellery jewellery and decided on a different pattern for this scrumptious orange yarn… for the nth time… and hopefully for the last time. And it’s not that I do not like this pattern, I like it and most likely will use it on a different project, this yarn will get a different one.

12/08/2026

Join us at Craft Coop shop in Windsor this Saturday, whether you’re an experienced crocheter, knitter or complete beginner, you’re welcome, help create poppies and contribute to this growing community display.

Windsor Community Poppy Project
Craft Coop Windsor
Craft Coop CIC

03/08/2026

Fun fact: one of our favourite poppy patterns didn't come from a book - it came from Charlie.

Charlie's from Dedworth, in his 70s, and was taught to knit by his grandmother. He first dropped off 100 handmade poppies for the project - then decided he wanted to learn to crochet as well, so he joined a couple of Izabela's free learn-to-crochet-a-poppy sessions.

He didn't stop at learning it. Charlie came along to Michelle's free crafty drop-in and showed everyone his own poppy design.

This is what WCPP is about - people picking up a new skill, then passing it straight back to the group. Thank you, Charlie!

Want to give it a go yourself? Our free crafty drop-in runs alternate Wednesdays, 10.30-12.30, at Craft Coop Windsor (next to Vision Express). All welcome, no experience needed.

18/07/2026

Are you coming next Saturday? 🤩

Join us next next Saturday too from 11-1 at Sostrene Green In Windsor

14/07/2026

Visit me in Søstrene Grenestore in Windsor Royal shopping centre this Saturday!

14/07/2026

How lovely! Great to see those skills being used to support a good cause! 😍

Bou Ket
has just dropped off 100 poppies. Mindful Crochet taught Bou here at craft coop

25/06/2026

This shawl has finally begun its journey to its new home. 🧶

Every colour change feels like a different season woven into one piece. Rich berry tones, warm copper, soft sage and hints of blue slowly reveal themselves as the stitches grow, making each shawl completely unique.

I hope this shawl brings its new owner warmth, comfort, and many happy adventures.

Thank you for giving my handmade work a place in your home.

24/04/2026

Found

23/04/2026

🧶 The poppy tutorial is now live on YouTube

I’ve just uploaded a step-by-step video showing how to crochet the poppy for the Windsor Community Poppy Project.

This is a small, gentle make, worked in UK terms, and suitable for beginners as well as anyone who would like a quiet, mindful project to return to.

If you’ve been meaning to take part but weren’t sure where to start, this is your moment to begin. One stitch at a time.

You can watch it there.

If you do make one, I’d really love to see it. Feel free to share your progress or finished poppy in the group.

And as always, if anything feels unclear, just ask.

1 comment. "Easy Crochet Poppy Tutorial"

20/04/2026

The second part of the easy poppy pattern, your welcome 😊