Meet the maker
Hey Friend! 💗
I’m Olga Vogel, the crochet designer behind My Crochet Space.
Welcome to My Crochet Space — a cozy corner of the internet for crochet patterns, step-by-step tutorials, and the occasional appearance of cats.
I’ve loved crochet for as long as I can remember. There’s something magical about taking a ball of yarn and turning it into something beautiful, useful, and handmade. Even after all these years, I still get excited starting a new project and watching it grow one stitch at a time.
Designing crochet patterns has been part of my life for many years. Long before My Crochet Space existed, I was already creating my own designs, experimenting with stitches, textures, and colour combinations, and filling my home with handmade projects.
How My Crochet Space Began…
During the COVID lockdowns, I found myself spending more time at home with a crochet hook in hand and decided it was finally time to create a space where I could share those designs with others.
What started as a small idea grew into My Crochet Space, a cozy corner where I share crochet patterns, tutorials, and hopefully inspire others to pick up a hook and create something beautiful. 😊
These days, you’ll usually find me working on a new pattern with a cup of coffee nearby… although lately it’s been more tea than coffee! 😊
And, like most crocheters, I seem to have accumulated more yarn than I care to admit. The funny thing is that no matter how much yarn is on those shelves, I never seem to have the exact one I need for the project I’m planning!
I love designing practical projects that people can actually use and enjoy, from cozy blankets and washcloths to potholders, bags, home decor, and seasonal makes. My favourite projects are the ones that become part of everyday life and bring a little extra joy to an ordinary day.
A Little About Home
I’ve been fortunate enough to live and work in different countries across several continents, but it was Australia that truly felt like home. Together with my husband, I’ve built a life here and fallen in love with the sunshine, beautiful beaches, and relaxed lifestyle.
Home, for me, wouldn’t be complete without animals. Cats, especially, have always had a special place in my heart, which is why I’ve spent time fostering them and now happily volunteer as an occasional cat sitter whenever friends are away. 😊
One day, I’d love to have a cat (or two), a dog (or two), and enough space for everyone to live happily under one roof, surrounded by crochet blankets and all the little moments that make a home feel cozy.
Living in Australia does create the occasional crochet-season mix-up. If you’re in the Northern Hemisphere, don’t be surprised if I start talking about summer projects while you’re bundled up in scarves and snow! 😄 Since more than 90% of my readers are from the Northern Hemisphere, I do my best to keep seasonal patterns, blog posts, and emails aligned with your seasons.
The funny thing is that despite living in sunny Australia, I absolutely love winter and snowy weather. Growing up with four distinct seasons left me with a soft spot for cozy winter days, which is probably why I get so excited designing scarves, cowls, blankets, and all things winter crochet. 😊
What You Can Expect Here
My goal with My Crochet Space is simple: to create crochet patterns that are enjoyable to make, easy to follow, and leave you with something you’ll genuinely love using, displaying, or gifting.
I do my best to provide clear instructions, helpful photos, and tutorials whenever possible, so you can focus on the fun part: enjoying the process and watching your project come to life, one stitch at a time. 😊
So grab your favourite yarn, put the kettle on, and have a look around. There’s always something new on the hook and, I hope, plenty of inspiration waiting for your next project.
Happy Crocheting! I’m so glad you’re here.
Olga 💗
What you’ll find here
Three corners of the site to get you started, whichever stitch you’re on.
Start here
How to Crochet
Brand new to crochet? Start with hook, yarn, and the foundation chain — everything you need to make your first row.
Learn the stitches
Stitch Tutorials
Once you’ve got the basics, dive into individual stitches — clear photos, simple instructions, and a few of my favourite combinations.
Make something
Free Patterns
Modern, cozy makes you’ll actually want to finish — scarves, blankets, home decor, and seasonal designs added through the year.
Get in touch
Let’s stay connected
Questions about a pattern or tutorial?
Leave a comment at the bottom of the post — that way other readers with the same question can see the answer too.
Business enquiries
Drop a line at olga@mycrochetspace.com, and I’ll get back to you.
Bloggers planning a roundup
You’re welcome to use one photo in your roundup, as long as it links back to the original pattern page. Thanks for sharing the love!
Thank you for being here. 💕