It is so wonderful when you come across happy, positive people who genuinely try to help those around them. I have grown as a person and designer because of the many outstanding people I have met through crochet, crafting and yes, social media.

I am on a quest to create some happy moments and would love to share with all of you some fabulous designers trying to do the same. I asked the following designers to share a few thoughts and some of the happy crochet patterns. They also are offering us all some free crochet patterns, plus some are having a pattern sale.

Where are they from, who has the most WIPs (works in progress) and what are their favorite happy patterns? Please take a few minutes to get to know them better. I hope you will check out their sites and follow them for more happy moments.

Meet Our Happy Designers

Lisa Rollins ~ Stitch In Progress

Location: Virginia

How many WIPS would you guess you have? 1

What is your day to day life right now? “Since I also work for my local school district as a technology coach for teachers, my days have been busy as they make the switch to online learning. I also have two kids at home learning and a husband home teleworking.”

How do you keep moving forward and finding the happy in life? “Since I am still working from home, I do have to get up and stick to a basic schedule. My best piece of advice is to just remain flexible and ready to adjust. If everything doesn’t get done or doesn’t get done perfectly, that is okay. The most important thing right now is staying healthy and keeping our families safe. We try to check in with family and friends daily to just make sure everyone is hanging in there.”

How would you describe the area where you crochet/knit/craft? I can crochet anywhere. I really like to be around my family, so I like that I can crochet with my kids and husband around or I can take it with me anywhere.

What types of yarn makes you happy to work with? I prefer bulky yarns and solid colors.

Some Happy Things By Lisa

One Skein North Star Baby Lovey Blanket: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern

This one skein project is fun and quick to make for any baby shower or new addition!

Honeycomb Trellis Stitch Tutorial: This isn’t a pattern but is a super fun stitch to work and I link to a few patterns that use this stitch. It works great with cotton yarn! CLICK HERE.

Hortense ~ Knitting With Chopsticks

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Specials:

Grab her cheatsheets for free by signing up for her email list here: https://pages.knittingwithchopsticks.com/cheatsheets
She is also part of a huge pattern bundle sale for the month of May (starting April 30th). Get 43 patterns at a 90% discount: https://kwc–joyofmotion.thrivecart.com/shop-your-stash-pattern-bundle/

Location: Malaysia

How many WIPS would you guess you have? 2.5

What is your day to day life right now? “I’m lucky, it’s just me working from home as usual while hubby goes to the office (he works in food distribution). My day hasn’t changed much other that my usual swimming pool break is a no go.”

How do you keep moving forward and finding the happy in life? “I’m always going to food for comfort. I love.cooking and baking and have rediscovered taking the time to try new recipes. What really helped me.since.I started working from home is stick to my usual day schedule. Put my alarm in the morning, take a real lunch break, and no computer work on weekends. It helps keep an on work life and off work life.”

How would you describe the area where you crochet/knit/craft? I knit & crochet anywhere I can 😉

What types of yarn makes you happy to work with? Worsted weight yarn in bright fun colors.

Some Happy Patterns By Hortense

Chair Socks: CLICK HERE and sign up for her emailing list to get the downloadable file for free.

Preemie Octopus Crochet for Charity Pattern: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Bonbon Cardigan Knitting Pattern: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Sonya Blackstone ~ Blackstone Designs

Location: Maine

What is your day to day life like right now? “Our new routine starts with getting two of my kids set up with their daily school work, getting them breakfast (which they normally eat at school), and then I work or clean while they do that (and of course I help them as needed). I work from home anyway, since I design patterns, so it really hasn’t changed much more than my morning routine. Now I get more time with my kids and more opportunity to see their amazing brains at work!”

How do you keep moving forward and finding the happy in life? “I’m honestly just taking it one day at a time. Being a creative makes it pretty easy to entertain myself and my kids, so I just keep thinking of fun things to do and just enjoying the moments.”

How would you describe the area where you crochet/knit/craft? Organized chaos! 😂

What types of yarn makes you happy to work with? I love plant based fibers best… and I love glitter yarns!

Some Happy Patterns by Sonya

Unicorn Ice Pop Holders: CLICK HERE to get this FREE pattern.

Watermelon Chunky Slippers: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Sara Sach ~ Posh Pooch Designs

Location: Colorado

How many WIPS would you guess you have? 15

What is your day to day life right now? “My day is basically the same, Pattern designing, editing, videos and the like. I do have with less outside contact. My kids are grown, and I have 3 wonderful grandkids. I am so thankful for facetime and live Videos, so I see my grandkids and stay in contact with them. Hubby is Working from Home so we are together, he is my rock.”

How do you keep moving forward and finding the happy in life? “I decided to Choose Joy, it’s not easy but it’s a goal. I Reach out through tech. to others. I am also doing extra videos and patterns to help my Crochet friends stay busy, too. It’s very important to drink water, eat right and exercise, try to get that 15 minutes of sunshine everyday. And Do not watch TV all Day, Stay informed, but also read, play and remember to laugh.”

How would you describe the area where you crochet/knit/craft? I have a yarn studio that needs sorting out but I love it.

Some Happy Patterns By Sara

Spring Lattice Scarf: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Striped Shell Stitch Washcloth: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Lorene Eppolite ~ Cre8tion Crochet

Location: North Carolina

How many WIPS would you guess you have? 4

What is your day to day life right now? “All three of my kids are home schooling, but one is in college so I don’t have to worry about him. My two youngest are doing very well with their lessons.”

How do you keep moving forward and finding the happy in life? “Honestly, our life isn’t that much different since I’ve always worked from home. We try to get outside at least an hour a day.”

How would you describe the area where you crochet/knit/craft? “My living room where there is constant interruptions from the littles, but it’s ok.”

What types of yarn makes you happy to work with? “I prefer merino wool to all others.”

Some Happy Patterns By Lorene

Hump De Hump Beanie: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Lindsey ~ Winding Road Crochet

Pattern Sale: Buy 2 or more patterns from HER SHOP and get 40% off. Sale from 4/26 – 5/2 No coupon needed.

Location: Arizona

How many WIPS would you guess you have? 7

What is your day to day life right now? “The kids are home and we are trying to have school at home (toddler and Kindergartener). I love all the extra time with them. We are not eating out or even going out right now, but it is forcing me to do more cooking and we have been eating better than ever. Since we are not running errands in the evening, instead we snuggle up as a family and watch a movie. I am not sure when the last time my husband and I was able to snuggle up on the couch.”

How do you keep moving forward and finding the happy in life? “I am the kind of person that when a crisis hits, I need to do something to make it better. I asked the crochet community what kind of patterns I can create for them to keep their hands busy and minds distracted. They gave me a lot of ideas and now I am creating several quick and easy patterns each week to fulfill their requests.”

How would you describe the area where you crochet/knit/craft? “Right now I am a couch crocheter as I watch the kids color and do computer work.”

What types of yarn makes you happy to work with? “Right now I am using Red Heart Super Saver. I stocked up a little bit on my favorite colors and working with those colors keep me happy.”

Some Happy Patterns By Lindsey

Amigurumi Gnome: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Millie Crochet Bobble Baby Blanket: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Krista Varvaro ~ Crochet and Positivity

Pattern Sale: Save 40% off all patterns from HER SHOP until 5/3/20. No coupon needed.

Location: New York

How many WIPS would you guess you have? 10

What is your day to day life right now? “My typical day is spent at home working on my crochet blog and homeschooling my 11 year old daughter. My 19 year old daughter is also at home with me but still works outside of the house.”

How do you keep moving forward and finding the happy in life? “I think the habit that most helps me is getting up every day and getting ready, like getting dressed and doing my hair! My daughters and I try to laugh and joke everyday. We watch happy, uplifting movies!”

How would you describe the area where you crochet/knit/craft? “I crochet in my living room surrounded by my family and pets ❤️.”

What types of yarn makes you happy to work with? “I love Caron Simply Soft for anything that goes next to my skin!”

Some Happy Patterns By Krista

Simple Dish Scrubber: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Puffy Washcloth: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Marie Segares ~ Underground Crafter

Pattern Sale: Get a coupon code for a free pattern of your choosing when you sign up for my newsletter at https://undergroundcrafter.com/newsletter. And, get 75% off any purchase (including crochet and knitting patterns and ebooks) in my Ravelry shop through 11:59 p.m. Eastern 5/3/2020 with coupon code SNAPPY https://www.ravelry.com/stores/underground-crafter-by-marie-segares

Location: New York

How many WIPS would you guess you have? 15

What is your day to day life right now? “In addition to blogging and designing, I’m a college professor. Our school is now operating online and I’ve been working from a makeshift home office in my bedroom. My cats absolutely love it! They do not usually get to spend this much time with me during the day. They nap next to me so I can cuddle with them between meetings and activities.”

How do you keep moving forward and finding the happy in life? “I find that it’s helpful to get up, shower, and get dressed every morning rather than staying in pajamas all day. I usually work in my office (also known as the bedroom) until lunch and then my special guy (who is working from the living room) and I eat together before going back to work. I have a few friends that I text with regularly throughout the day. We send each other funny memes and we also have a rule that there are no “news updates” after 10 p.m. so everyone can get a good night’s rest. I’ve also been talking to my parents more regularly on the phone so we can check in while we can’t visit each other.”

How would you describe the area where you crochet/knit/craft? “My blog is called Underground Crafter because I usually do most of my crocheting and knitting underground while commuting to and from work on the New York City subways. When I’m crafting at home, I usually work in my bed or on a chair in the living room.”

What types of yarn makes you happy to work with? “I love all types of yarn but I’m most drawn to colorful yarns.”

Some Happy Patterns By Marie

Cuddle Bunny Pillow Pal: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Wilbur Pig Pillow Pal: CLICK HERE for this FREE Crochet pattern.

Nicole Riley ~ Nicki’s Homemade Crafts

Location: California

How many WIPS would you guess you have? 10

What is your day to day life right now? “As I work from home, I kept my alarm clock turned on Mo-Fr and get up and have my regular day. I love working out in the morning. So I keep that routine. Same is true for my nutrition and work schedule. Luckily I have 2 amazing teen boys who helpful and can take care of themselves and their school work. The only thing that changed is that we have more family time. And I’m loving that.”

How do you keep moving forward and finding the happy in life? “Stick to a schedule and routine. Get dressed, even if you work from home. It’s all in your head. You need to think and see the positive on and around you to be happy. Turn off the TV and focus on what’s most important right now. And be sure to exercise as that helps being happy. It’s amazing how normal I feel regardless of what’s happening in the world. Stay and think positive to be positive. You can do it.”

How would you describe the area where you crochet/knit/craft? “I crochet in a lot of different place at home. Either on the sofa, chair or bed. I make it cozy, comfy and a happy space. No clutter or I don’t feel relaxed.”

What types of yarn makes you happy to work with? “WeCrochet, Lion Brand and Furls. My favorites are AT THIS LINK.

Some Happy Patterns By Nicole

Crochet Rose: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Scrunchie With Layers: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Bunny From A Square: CLICK HERE for this FREE pattern.

Happy Projects By Favorite Designers, Vol. 2