News from Jennifer Olivarez Designs
A note about the newsletter: Things are changing around here! Beginning with the August 21, 2026 edition, my newsletter has become a friendly weekly letter from my studio, where I’ll share what I’m working on, crochet tips, behind-the-scenes peeks at my design process, and occasional exclusive discounts. The older newsletters in this archive reflect the previous format, while the newest ones offer a glimpse of what’s ahead.
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Click the dates below to read previous newsletters.
October 2, 2026 - A Case for Lace
September 25, 2026 - A Trinity Stitch Interlude: Trinity Medley Scarf Debut
September 18, 2026 - A 5-Petaled Puzzle
September 11, 2026 - Daisy Detours
September 4, 2026 - Meet the Finished Sky Pilot Motif
August 28, 2026 - A Blanket That Started with a Super Bloom
August 21, 2026 - Finding Crochet Inspiration on the Trail
August 7, 2026 - August Newsletter: Introducing the Curious Little Ideas studio chat, a new free wildflower pattern, and a peek at the Trinity Medley Scarf
July 1, 2026 - July Newsletter: Christmas in July begins, plus new tutorials, giveaways, and a look at the patterns arriving this month
June 26, 2026 - Trinity Stitch Adventures & Christmas in July
June 12, 2026 - Create Beautiful Texture with the Rocking Puff V-Stitch
June 5, 2026 - June Newsletter: New stitch tutorials, a cozy new blanket, and maker inspiration
May 22, 2026 - The Magic of Yarn Choice: A look at how fiber and color transformed these stunning tester projects
May 15, 2026 - The Luster Lace Wrap Has Arrived: An elegant lace wrap designed to make lace feel approachable, rhythmic, and rewarding to crochet
May 8, 2026 - May Newsletter: Behind the scenes with lace shawls, wildflowers, and a cozy new blanket
May 1, 2026 - Every Blanket Has a Story: Three beautiful blankets from makers in our community
April 17, 2026 - The Forked Cluster Stitch: Soft Texture, Beautiful Results
April 10, 2026 - Wildflower Update: Fireweed, From Sketch to Stitch
April 3, 2026 - April Newsletter: A new release, a sneak peek, and fresh wildflower inspiration
March 27, 2026 - A first look at my newest lace design: Introducing the Luster Lace Wrap
March 6, 2026 - March Newsletter: Fresh new designs, handy tips, and maker inspiration
February 27, 2026 - Wildflower Update: 30 crochet flowers. 20 colors. One blanket.
February 13, 2026 - Introducing the Your Yarn, Your Way Neckwarmer
February 6, 2026 - February Newsletter: new patterns, the first Wildflower design call for testers, and a Maker Spotlight
January 23, 2026 - New Pattern Release: Huzzah Cluster Ripple Blanket
January 16, 2026 - Wildflower Update: A wildflower project years in the making
January 2, 2026 - January Newsletter: A look ahead to new patterns, projects and plans for the new year
December 5, 2025 - December Newsletter: Introducing my new Ravelry group, tester call for the Any Yarn Neckwarmer Trio, and a Maker Spotlight
November 28, 2025 - Your Crochet Comfort Guide for the Week Ahead
November 21, 2025 - Crochet the Checkered Rose Motif: Step-by-Step Tutorial
November 7, 2025 - November Newsletter: Upcoming blanket pattern releases, new Ravelry group, new technique tutorial, and a Maker Spotlight
October 24, 2025 - Crochet With Me Video: Enjoy a peaceful 45-minute escape with soft music, nature sounds, and gentle stitches
October 17, 2025 - Introducing Stitched With Love, a new space to honor the care, love, and memories stitched into every handmade blanket
October 3, 2025 - October Newsletter: A peek at new blankets, Crochet with Me fun, and tips for working with bulky-weight yarn
September 12, 2025 - Marled Yarn Experiment Part 4: Can bouclé soften a bold yarn? Let’s swatch and see!
September 5, 2025 - September Newsletter: upcoming blankets, new ideas for YouTube, holiday pattern from Annie’s, and a Maker Spotlight
August 15, 2025 - Your Invitation to the Butterfly Waltz: See my latest design, grab my secrets for choosing color, and get ready for launch day
August 1, 2025 - August Newsletter: Fall pattern preview, welcoming back our friends in the EU & NI, and a blue-ribbon Maker Spotlight
July 25, 2025 - Adding the Finishing Touches to Two Prairie Flower Market Bags
July 11, 2025 - Behind the Scenes: The Double Wedding Ring Blanket Gets a Makeover
July 4, 2025 - July Newsletter: Wedding Ring Blanket update, Prairie Flower Market Bag, tips for sturdier crochet bags, and a Maker Spotlight
June 20, 2025 - New Video Tutorial: Add-a-Bead-As-You-Go for a Simple and Elegant Crochet Edging
June 13, 2025 - Can Assigned Pooling Work with Marled Yarn? My Experiment Revealed
June 6, 2025 - June Newsletter: Crochet bag care update, marled yarn experiment update, sneak peek at the Sweet Season Shawl, and a Maker Spotlight
May 30, 2025 - The Secret Ingredients of a Great Crochet Shawl Project
May 9, 2025 - Take a Break with a New Crochet Stitch: Spike Extended Double Crochet
May 2, 2025 - May Newsletter: Step away to spark creativity, marled yarn experiment update, introducing the First Bloom Blanket, and a Maker Spotlight
April 25, 2025 - Welcomed In: Celebrating the yarn shops that make us feel seen, supported, and inspired
April 11, 2025 - Skill-Building Books to Take Your Crochet to the Next Level
April 4, 2025 - April Newsletter: New color palettes for the Butterfly Waltz Baby Blanket, plus upcoming spring patterns
March 28, 2025 - Butterfly Waltz Baby Blanket: Behind the Scenes
March 21, 2025 - New Pattern Alert! Introducing the Butterfly Waltz Baby Blanket
March 14, 2025 - Butterfly Waltz Baby Blanket Tester Appreciation, plus give a shout-out to your LYS!
March 7, 2025 - March Newsletter: Experiment with marled yarn, upcoming patterns, and where to shop now that JOANN is closing
February 28, 2025 - Twist, Hook, and Style: Mastering the Moebius
February 14, 2025 - New Stitch Tutorial: Get to Know the Overlapping V-stitch
February 7, 2025 - February Newsletter: Ribbon Lace Moebius Cowl, Butterfly Waltz Baby Blanket, crochet business resources, and a Maker Spotlight
January 31, 2025 - 10 Quilt Designs to Inspire Your Next Crochet Project
January 24, 2025 - New Pattern Alert! Introducing the Cozy Calico Blanket
January 17, 2025 - Hot Topic: What does skill level really mean?
January 10, 2025 - Patterns and plans for 2025, finding inspiration in a needlecraft heritage, and a Maker Spotlight
December 15, 2024 - More Joy, Less Stress: Your Guide to Handmade Gift-Giving
December 8, 2024 - December Newsletter: Crochet gifts you still have time to make for the holidays, plus a free tassel tutorial
November 17, 2024 - November Newsletter: Heartful Hat pattern in progress, Call for Testers, and a look at the book American Flannel
November 3, 2024 - New Pattern Alert: Introducing the Botany Blanket
October 28, 2024 - Special Announcement: Cozy Textures Crochet Afghan Kit Club for Annie’s
October 13, 2024 - October Newsletter: Botany Blanket and Heartful Hat design sneak peeks, plus crochet in Northern Exposure
September 15, 2024 - September Newsletter: “Heel-out Socks” for Crochet World, Wildflower Blanket, and Tame the Dreaded Yarn Twist
August 15, 2024 - New Pattern Alert: Meet the Shadow Plaid Wrap
August 11, 2024 - August Newsletter: Shadow Plaid Wrap, Wildflower Blanket history and plans, and a Maker Spotlight
July 21, 2024 - New Video Tutorial: Learn how to make the stacked single crochet
July 14, 2024 - July Newsletter: Wildflower Blanket (Sky Pilot Square), plus a Maker Spotlight
June 20, 2024 - New Pattern Alert: Fresh Mesh Produce Bag
June 16, 2024 - June Newsletter: How to Care for Your Crochet Produce Bags, plus Amano Sami Review Wrap-up
May 19, 2024 - May Newsletter: Wildflower Blanket Update, plus How to Block Your Blanket for a Perfect Finish
May 9, 2024 - Yarn Review: Amano Sami
April 19, 2024 - April Newsletter: Filet Crochet Produce Bag Collection
March 25, 2024 - March Newsletter: All About Produce Bags, plus a Maker Spotlight
February 22, 2024 - February Newsletter: 2024 Pattern Plans
January 21, 2024 - January Newsletter: “Lacy Lavender Pullover” pattern release for I Like Crochet
December 10, 2023 - December Newsletter: Winter blanket pattern roundup, plus a free Mini Santa Hat crochet pattern
November 12, 2023 - November Newsletter: “Kaleidoscopic Blanket” in 60 Quick Crochet Projects for Beginners (Sixth & Spring Books)
October 28, 2023 - October Newsletter: Adjustable ring video tutorial, a two-color Very Merry Blanket, and a Maker Spotlight
September 24, 2023 - September Newsletter: Very Merry Blanket, tapestry crochet video tutorial, invisible mattress stitch video tutoria