In this episode, we go more in dept about the world of art markets in Singapore. Last week we mentioned a little about what it was like applying for such markets and how the whole creative process was like for us. This week though, we'll talk more about what we like and don't like about it (aka Pros and Cons - although some Cons do end up becoming Pros, you know how that's like...) as well as share some of our most memorable events. Be warned, we get into S.P.E.C.I.F.I.C.S =D (Also, check out our friend's IG @hugmaterialstore) - Send us your questions for our next episode! Ask us anything you want, personal or crochet =D https://ngl.link/crookedcrochetsg -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we talk about what it is like behind-the-scenes of participating in a local art market! We will talk about what the local Singapore art market scene is like, all the different ways that you can find and join an art market, and even down to the prices that some of these events are charging! We will share our own experiences and how we handle our processes in a day as a vendor and whether is it really worth all the work? -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we talk about how much crochet reeeeeally costs. I'm sure we've all come across the comment often enough... "I could do that for half the price!" or feel bad when we see the look on their faces when we tell them the price of our crochet items (even though we absolutely should not be feeling bad at all!!) So, we've decided to break down how much crochet TRULY costs. Is it really SOOO expensive, and is there a way to make it cheaper? Let's answer the question once and for all; EXACTLY how much is this crochet item worth? -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we talk about how much crochet reeeeeally costs. I'm sure we've all come across the comment often enough... "I could do that for half the price!" or feel bad when we see the look on their faces when we tell them the price of our crochet items (even though we absolutely should not be feeling bad at all!!) So, we've decided to break down how much crochet TRULY costs. Is it really SOOO expensive, and is there a way to make it cheaper? Let's answer the question once and for all; EXACTLY how much is this crochet item worth? -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we give you a little virtual slash audio peek into our house through the lens of crochet! How many crochet items do we ACTUALLY have and how many do we use? Is our house entirely filled with crochet things? Could be. Listen to find out!!  -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we share a list of all the different sub-categories of crochet and discuss whether they are truly sub-categories or just clever stitch patterns.  -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we share a list of all the different sub-categories of crochet and discuss whether they are truly sub-categories or just clever stitch patterns.  -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we share the gossip! People have been asking on Instagram how our current WIPs are going and in this little chit-chat episode, we tell you all about them, as well as all the projects we're just about to embark on! Hopefully, all of you can hold us accountable in 4 month's time =D -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, it's all about the ETSY Strike. When there's something we all feel strongly about, it's natural that we want to make as much noise as possible about it. But how helpful is it really, the strike on ETSY? We break down all the reasons we've found ETSY to be problematic, share why we left the platform years ago, and decide whether a strike really is the best way forward.  -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we share the gossip! People have been asking on Instagram how our current WIPs are going and in this little chit-chat episode, we tell you all about them, as well as all the projects we're just about to embark on! Hopefully, all of you can hold us accountable in 4 month's time =D -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we give you a list of aaaallll the things you can do with yarn scraps other than just throwing them away. I think a big part of what makes us responsible as maker-crafters is to leave the environment a better place than it was when we first bought that ball of yarn. It may not seem like much, but if all of us could just implement a little bit of these Yarn Scrap Options, 50 generations from now we might just have a planet more beautiful than it is today. (omg so cheesy I know but so true tho!) -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we talk about the response that We Are Knitters put out! They finally responded but if it was a real apology or not or simply a justification remains to be seen. And for now, all we see are red flags. Listen on...  -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we share our opinions on the ＜WE ARE KNITTERS x ZARA＞ Collaboration, how we feel about it, and whether it's a pass or fail in our eyes. We won't spoil it for you all so you definitely wanna listen in on this one.  -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg. - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we discuss the many ways you can use Stitch Markers to its full potential. These little tiny overlooked tools are surprisingly more useful than they first appear so don't throw them to the side! Here are some ways you can utilize stitch markers like a pro. -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, our co-founder Mell shares a little bit more about herself including a ton of fun little facts. Go send her some birthday love on the 'gram!  -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we've compiled a list of all the projects that we feel can be done in under a month, realistically. We break down the type of crocheter you are for your lifestyle, whether you're able to crochet only on the weekends, or maybe weekend-crocheting is off-limits for you? Stay tuned and find out! (Inez's Note) Also, don't forget to send Mell questions for her birthday episode next week! Head onto our Instagram and send her some love guys!!  MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: Crochet Time Calculator https://joyofmotioncrochet.com/how-long-does-it-take-to-crochet-that/ -  If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we discover what Milk Cotton is and uncover a little more about the processes of what it takes to produce Milk Cotton. We also discuss how Milk Cotton industries have been awarded the OEKO-TEK Standard 100 Certification which means that it has no negative impact on the environment; but is it really though?? We share our thoughts about that and whether or not we truly believe it has no environmental impact. - If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we share everything we know about the truth behind machine-made crochet. Can crochet be machine-made? Why is there such a huge price difference between the ones you get from the fashion brands versus the ones you order from your local crochet artist? We uncover it all.    - If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we take on one of our popular episodes, the crochet jargon quiz! This time Mell quizzes us on yet another long list of crochet abbreviations and phrases and we try to guess what they mean. Play along and leave us a comment on our Instagram with your score. - If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we share a little about our thoughts on Ravelry, both from a maker/creator to just a regular crochet consumer.  - If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we talk about 10 crochet misconceptions that we've encountered over the years. Does using a larger crochet hook size really make it easier to crochet? Or maybe you've heard that you shouldn't crochet clothes because it'll produce too stiff a fabric for clothes. How much of these are really true? Keep listening to find out. = - If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we get carried away talking about all the wonderful crochet/yarn machines and inventions that DON'T yet exist, BUT TOTALLY NEED TO! From machines that block your work for you, to your very own yarn shopping concierge, we've listed them all. Leave us a comment and let us know if you have any crochet inventions that we missed that you think should exist as well!  FIND US HERE: https://linktr.ee/crookedcrochet   - If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we share a little about our goals for 2022 and our WOTY! (word of the year). - If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

We will be taking this week to spend time with our loved ones over the new year period. New episodes will resume next week on the 9th of January. Thank you guys for sticking with us and we'll see you NEXT WEEK!!    - If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we talk about all the things that have changed for us because of the pandemic, but also, how much we are grateful for all that we have been able to achieve and accomplish (really it's thanks to you guys) We will be taking a short break over the new year to spend time with our loved ones so the next episode will be on the 9th of January 2022. See you guys then and have a great holiday!   - If you've enjoyed our podcast so far, you can support us by giving our Instagram a follow @crookedcrochetsg - Got a QUICK QUESTION of your own that you'd like to submit? Send us a voice note to Whatsapp / iMessage +6591272743 and we'd love to include that at the start of the episode! You can also choose to email your voice note to us at [email protected] - Love, Inez & Mell

In this episode, we decided to talk about something that EVERYONE does; buy yarn without a project in mind! And so as we approach the start of the new year, I'm quite sure 'Completing Project by Destashing' will be on the New Year's Resolutions List. This episode will help you with that. We break down some of our personal favorite methods to decide on a project based on the yarn that you have. Let us know if you guys have any tips that I don't know of!    Instagram: @crookedcrochetsg Website: www.crookedcrochet.com Email: [email protected] 

In this episode, we break down all the different projects you could make with just the simple granny square. But don't be fooled by its humble and unassuming name, in our opinion, there's nothing more powerful than mastering this one pattern. Listen to find out more!    Instagram: @crookedcrochetsg Website: www.crookedcrochet.com Email: [email protected] 

In this episode, it's the battle of the crochet sock versus the knitted sock! Tricky tricky... We break down the tips and tricks to create a crochet sock quality worthy of their knitted counterparts. There's no reason to think that crocheted socks aren't just as good as Knitted ones right? So here it is wrapped up nicely in one episode. We'd love to hear what you guys think!   Instagram: @crookedcrochetsg Website: www.crookedcrochet.com Email: [email protected] 

In this episode, we share with you guys our Christmas gift ideas for 2021! We cover a bunch of things that you could make ranging from smaller items to much larger projects.   Instagram: @crookedcrochetsg Website: www.crookedcrochet.com Email: [email protected] 

In this episode, we talk about all the positive ways that crochet has impacted us in our lives.    Instagram: @crookedcrochetsg Website: www.crookedcrochet.com Email: [email protected] 

In this episode, we talk about all the different pieces of advice we would give our younger crochet-self if we could. As we get older, we develop better habits (I hope) and fine-tune our craft along the way, but as a result, our past pieces of work start to look really horrible! So here's our friendly advice to you guys, and hopefully, no one else makes the same mistakes as we!   Instagram: @crookedcrochetsg Website: www.crookedcrochet.com Email: [email protected] 

It's Inez's Birthday Month! To celebrate this, we'll take a little break from crochet and talk a little bit more about the things you didn't know about our resident Crochet Artist/Designer.      Inez's Edit // Just a fun note. I definitely struggled with this episode as I was preparing for it. I mean, 20 facts are suddenly a lot when you're forced to think about them in an instant! Soo...enter magic solution! if you've never heard of Journal Prompts, now you have. I recently got my hands on this book by the handsome Duff The Psyche (https://www.duffthepsych.com/) that contains a whopping 500 journal prompts to get me thinking about my "facts". Soon it'll be Mell's turn for her birthday episode so good luck to her if she's not borrowing my book =D   Get the book here!  https://www.amazon.com/500-Journal-Prompts-Creativity-Exploration-ebook/dp/B09D51NHBG   Instagram: @crookedcrochetsg Website: www.crookedcrochet.com Email: [email protected] 

In this episode, we give you a list of the biggest differences between crochet and knit, and share all the reasons why we prefer one over the other. Instagram: @crookedcrochetsg | Website: www.crookedcrochet.com | Email: [email protected] 

In this second part of the 2 part series, we talk more about all our favourite stitches and why we love them. Maybe....even an apology or two to some of those stitches!    Instagram: @crookedcrochetsg | Website: www.crookedcrochet.com | Email: [email protected] 

In this special 2-part episode, we talk about all the stitches we hate and break down all the horrible horrible reasons why.  Instagram: @crookedcrochetsg | Website: www.crookedcrochet.com | Email: [email protected] 

In this episode, we talk more about what are some of the ways you can prepare yourself at the start of every project to ensure the best results. We break it down into actionable steps that you can take to find what works for you. Listen to find out more!  Instagram: @crookedcrochetsg | Website: www.crookedcrochet.com | Email: [email protected] 

In this episode, we share all the tips and tricks into modifying any pattern into something new. We give you a few actionable steps into successfully trying your hands at modification for the first time. Let us know how it works for you! Instagram: @crookedcrochetsg | Website: www.crookedcrochet.com | Email: [email protected] 

In this episode, we share a little more about our neverending list of WIPs we are currently working on. Are you similar to Mono-Wip Mell? Or are you more like Inez with her #Poly-Wip Pride? We give you a list of ALL of the projects that we either need to Fix, Frog or Finish. Let us know if you feel the same! INSTAGRAM @crookedcrochetsg | EMAIL [email protected] | WHATSAPP +6591272743 | WEBSITE www.crookedcrochet.com

In this episode, we ask the fundamental question: "Are you are Yarnie?!" What is a Yarnie, you ask? Well... stay tuned to find out more and join us in this 20-Question Crochet Quiz episode! Let us know your score on our Instagram @crookedcrochetsg and share your favourite/least favourite crochet jargon.  INSTAGRAM @crookedcrochetsg | EMAIL [email protected] | WHATSAPP +6591272743 | WEBSITE www.crookedcrochet.com

In this episode, we share somes exciting news in the industry! "Tangle-free yarn," they said. "Easy to use!" they said. We share with you our first thoughts on the amazing O'Go.  INSTAGRAM @crookedcrochetsg | EMAIL [email protected] | WHATSAPP +6591272743 | WEBSITE www.crookedcrochet.com

In this episode, we share a little about how we keep our yarn organized and some tips on storing them. Deciding on how to store yarn can definitely get overwhelming very quickly especially when you start going into the sub-categories of yarn weights and materials, so we hope our tips help you out! INSTAGRAM @crookedcrochetsg | EMAIL [email protected] | WHATSAPP +6591272743 | WEBSITE www.crookedcrochet.com

In this episode, we talk about the idea of yarn bombing in Censor-Singapore! This is something we would love to do some time but it's also a tricky situation to get stuck in! We break down what Singapore defines as an act of vandalism and how Crocheted or Knitted works fits into that definition.   INSTAGRAM @crookedcrochetsg | EMAIL [email protected] | WHATSAPP +6591272743 | WEBSITE www.crookedcrochet.com

In this episode, we break down why it's so hard to find information to help left-handed crochets in their work!  INSTAGRAM @crookedcrochetsg | EMAIL [email protected] | WHATSAPP +6591272743 | WEBSITE www.crookedcrochet.com

In this episode, we cover the top 10 things you need to know before you decide to start learning crochet! (Psstt... It might contain a little bonus tip at the end! ) Crochet isn't always the easiest craft to master and over the decade of doing this, I've picked up some valuable tips on how to better approach Crochet as a craft.    INSTAGRAM @crookedcrochetsg | EMAIL [email protected] | WHATSAPP +6591272743 | WEBSITE www.crookedcrochet.com

In this episode, we talk about all our pet peeves! No joke, we have many. Some things just drive us crazy.. let me know what your pet peeves are!  INSTAGRAM @crookedcrochetsg | EMAIL [email protected] | WHATSAPP +6591272743 | WEBSITE www.crookedcrochet.com

In this QUICK QUESTION episode, I talk about all the different types of Stitch Marker options you can get in the market, as well as different things you can use that can be easily found around your home or office. Also, cute ones that you could probably make yourself!   INSTAGRAM @crookedcrochetsg | EMAIL [email protected] | WHATSAPP +6591272743 | WEBSITE www.crookedcrochet.com

In this episode, we cover the basics of Swatch Gauges. There is always a ton of confusion surrounding the topic of creating Swatch Gauges so in this episode, we break down everything you need to know about it! Starting from what it is and why it's important for your work, down to the pros and cons of creating one and how you could potentially ruin your work if you don't!      INSTAGRAM @crookedcrochetsg | EMAIL [email protected] | WHATSAPP +6591272743 | WEBSITE www.crookedcrochet.com

We answer your questions! In this mini-series outside of our main episodes, we answer some of your most commonly asked questions. These will be technical answers to your very technical questions. Check back next Sunday for our regular episodes!  INSTAGRAM @crookedcrochetsg | EMAIL [email protected] | WHATSAPP +6591272743 | WEBSITE www.crookedcrochet.com

In this episode, we give a little insight into the controversial topic of selling items with the #pride label attached to them during Pride Month, and we discuss the authenticity of brands that claim to be allies of the LGBTQIA+ community. We unpack the idea of brands making use of Pride Month as a marketing opportunity and discuss our thoughts surrounding them. INSTAGRAM @crookedcrochetsg | EMAIL [email protected] | WHATSAPP +6591272743 | WEBSITE www.crookedcrochet.com

In this episode, we cover the basics of all the crochet tools you can ever get in the world. Investing in crochet tools can sometimes be just as exciting as the actual act of crocheting itself. But how many of them do you really need? Tune in as we demystify all the different ways you can customize your own useful tools and save some money, and well as which tools are just absolutely necessary. Plus, a BONUS little life hack to make your crochet life easier!

In this episode, we share all the places that make money magically disappear from your wallet, miraculously transforming themselves into pretty balls of yarn... all ready for your next WIP! We share the best and the worst of the top places you can buy yarn in Singapore, as well as trusted yarn websites that we love. Got questions, feel free to start a conversation with us on any of the social media platforms. More details on our website. 

In this episode, we cover everything you've always wanted to know about Yarn! We delve deep into all the different Categories and Properties of the world of yarn. Ever heard of the S-Twist? Confused about Yarn Weights verses Weights of Yarn? (Nope! They're not the same thing!) This and so so so much more in this week's episode. So join us as we geek out over what makes yarn unique and why we're simply willing to throw our money into the cashiers of yarn shops all around the world. 

In this episode, we search the crazy space of the internet and pull up some hilariously validating crochet memes. Listen to find out which funny habits we've discovered are more common than we think! 

Welcome to our very first episode of Crochet Conversations with your hosts Inez & Mell, the founders of a Singapore based Crochet brand CROOKED CROCHET. In this episode we discuss all things us, who we are, our background, and this business got started.