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Erin Toews

Crochet Expert

Erin Toews is a Crochet Expert based in Knoxville, Tennessee. She is the owner and creator of Juniper and Oakes, an online Crochet marketplace and learner’s resource website. Juniper and Oakes offers e-courses, tutorials on stitch types, and other educational resources. Erin is a crochet pattern designer, offering patterns for baby blankets, wall hangings, pillows, baskets, and other charming gifts. Erin designs pieces that bring comfort and invite conversation. It’s her desire that her crochet patterns add to the personality and peace in people’s home. She hosts crochet-alongs with her crochet community where the adventurous crocheter can learn new stitches and techniques. Juniper and Oakes represents Erin’s multi-faceted approach to the world of crochet.

Education

  • BS, Nursing, Northwestern College

Professional Achievements

  • Self-published more than 100+ crochet patterns
  • Featured in multiple publications, including Crochet World, Happily Hooked, and Crochet Foundry
  • Featured on notable YouTube channels, including Elise Rose Crochet, Littlejohn Yarns, and Nicki's Homemade Crafts
  • Patterns she designed are available for sale on sites like Mary Maxim, WeCrochet, and Furls Fiberarts
  • Collaborated with multiple brands, including Annie's Crafts, Lion Brand Yarn, Berroco, and Cascade Yarns

Certifications & Organizations

  • Crochetpreneur Business Academy VIP
  • Member, Craft Industry Alliance
  • Member, Crochet Professionals Network

Favorite Piece of Advice

Crocheting & crafting is supposed to be fun! It's okay if it's challenging – that means you're learning and growing. You won't be perfect right away, but practice is what makes you better.

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Co-authored Articles (7)

How to

Make Rag Dolls

Rag dolls are old-time favorites of children. They’re super easy to make from spare pieces of fabric or unwanted older fabric that would otherwise be thrown out. You can make them as simple or as complex as you like. Y...

How to

Use a Yarn Winder

Sometimes the yarn you buy from the store is not in a usable form. Here are some simple instructions for how to use a yarn winder.

How to

Make a Doll

Homemade toys are cost-effective, fun to create, and may end up being keepsakes. They also make great gifts. Read the steps below to learn a few different ways to make one of the most iconic children's toys, the doll, in...

How to

Make a Worry Doll

Guatemalan worry dolls have been around for centuries, providing comfort and entertainment to small children. Making them on your own can be therapeutic, and it’s a fun craft for kids of almost any age to do. You can s...

How to

Steam Press a Sweater or Other Knit Garment

You can't iron a sweater, and there are some garments that will be ruined if you try to iron them. Here's how to get your sweater looking like new again.

How to

Repair a Snag in Berber Carpet

If a pet's claw or other sharp object has pulled a loop of yarn up out of your Berber carpet, you can repair it with a couple of simple tools and some patience. Berber consists of long strands of yarn woven in and out o...

How to

Weave on a Loom

Looms range from small cardboard sheets with notches to elaborate floor looms capable of weaving bolts of cloth or large carpets. Although looms vary in size, shape, and skill level required to successfully use them, the...