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Tanja
@hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
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Crochet + Fiberartist 🧶, Cat Parent 🐈, Gamer 🎮, Metal 🤘. She/Her. Office Gremlin by Day. Here to share my art, get inspiration and maybe inspire others.
Based in Switzerland. My logo is designed by Illustrator Hannah Detterbeck.
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hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
My second project for the #FastenOffYAL and I managed to finish timely! A really wonderful filet crochet pattern. 😍 I even made fringe. 🤭

Pattern: Darova Filet Shawl by @yarnandy.bsky.social
Yarn: Cotton Kings Sultan in Golden Beryl

🧶 #crochet #häkeln #fiberartist #foyal2025 #handmade #crochetsky
A honey‑gold rectangular filet crochet shawl displayed on a white mannequin. The shawl features a symmetrical lace pattern with diamond‑shaped openwork motifs. It drapes evenly over the shoulders and torso, with fringe running along both side edges. A close-up of a honey-gold filet crochet shawl showing the intricate openwork pattern and long, twisted fringe along the side edge. The lace design includes diamond and square motifs, highlighting the texture and craftsmanship of the crochet stitches. A honey-gold filet crochet shawl hanging on a white door. The shawl displays a symmetrical lace pattern with diamond-shaped openwork motifs and long fringe along the side edges. The yarn’s soft sheen and the even drape highlight the detailed craftsmanship.
December 30, 2025 at 12:43 PM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
#CrochetAway prompt this week is Mini Skeins. I once had a subscription for a Mini Skein Club for 6 months. They eventually became this blanket.
Pattern: Mosaic Addiction Blanket by Melanie Payne
Yarn: Vicki Brown Designs Mini Skein Club Ombre

🧶 #crochet #häkeln #crochetblanket #fiberarts
A rectangular mosaic crochet blanket hangs on a black hanger against a white door. The blanket features interlocking geometric shapes arranged in horizontal bands. The color gradient transitions from pink at the top through purple, blue, green, yellow, and back to blue at the bottom. A solid white border frames the edges.
December 28, 2025 at 6:16 AM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
My first project for the #FastenOffYAL is finished! (you may have noticed that I really like purple... 😂)

Pattern: Briar Rose Cowl by CrochEt Cetera (Connie Lee Lynch)
Yarn: Cthulu Advent 2024 by @krakenyarns.bsky.social

🧶 #crochet #häkeln #fiberartist #foyal2025 #handmade #crochetsky
A person with long, silver hair wears a handmade crochet cowl in rich purple yarn. The cowl wraps closely around the neck and features a textured stitch pattern with raised ridges and subtle openwork. Three large, faceted crystal sparkly buttons run vertically along one edge, serving as both decoration and closure. The yarn has a slight sheen, enhancing the dimensionality of the stitches and the sparkle of the buttons. The wearer has blue-framed glasses and a dark top with partial white lettering visible, adding contrast to the vibrant accessory. The overall look highlights the cowl’s cozy structure and detailed craftsmanship.
December 24, 2025 at 10:22 AM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
I learned #artvsartist is a thing. 😅 2025 was the year of Amigurumi for me. The Shroomies started it all. 🍄
I'm here to tell you that you're never too old to learn or start something new. Or really, you're never too anything. Art and the act of creation gives us peace and joy. (cont'd in comments) 🧶
A 3×3 collage of photos featuring handmade crochet items and one person with a cat. Top row: (1) A green glove with dragon-scale texture worn on a hand. (2) A bright pink crochet potion vial with a white lid, surrounded by six white polyhedral dice with gold numbers. (3) A grey crochet gargoyle with large eyes and spread wings, placed in front of a decorative tree of life panel. Middle row: (4) A crochet mushroom with a colorful rainbow hat, standing upright. (5) A person wearing glasses and headphones, cuddling a white cat. (6) Two crochet mushroom characters with red caps and white spots, posed on grass near a tree. Bottom row: (7) A crochet shawl with a gradient from yellow to red to purple, hanging on a white door. (8) A colorful crochet unicorn with a rainbow mane and turqoise hooves, placed in front of a tree of life panel. (9) A green and white crochet Kraken held in a hand.
December 22, 2025 at 7:59 AM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
#CrochetAway prompt this week is WIP week! I'm currently working on a crochet Filet Shawl. I have my Chart on a magnetboard, with a magnet strip to keep my place on the chart. Cutable magnet strips are cool. I can even take notes on the board. 😊
🧶 #crochet #häkeln #crochetsky #filetcrochet
A crochet project in progress displayed on a whiteboard with a wooden frame. The crochet piece is a long, narrow strip made of mustard yellow yarn, featuring a lace pattern with openwork. A red crochet hook lies near the center of the board, alongside a yellow ruler and a black marker. The yarn ball is positioned at the upper left, with the working yarn connected to the piece. Two black magnets are visible on the board. The words "row 10" are written in black marker in the upper right corner. Some areas of the board are obscured by white scribbles as to not show the pattern.
December 14, 2025 at 7:49 AM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
Another project for the #giftalong2025 is done, this time my favourite category, crochet shawls.

Pattern: Emerald Island by LittleGreenDragon Knits
Yarn: Cotton Kings Sultan Deluxe in Royal Amethyst

#crochet #crochetart #crochetartist #häkeln #handmade #yarn #fiber #fiberarts #GAL2025 #crochetsky
A triangular crochet shawl hangs on a white door. The shawl features a gradient color transition from light lavender at the top center to deep purple at the bottom edges. Its stitch pattern includes alternating sections of dense texture and openwork, forming a symmetrical design. The bottom edge is finished with a scalloped border that echoes the shawl’s curved shape.
December 13, 2025 at 11:36 AM
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#CrochetAway prompt this week is shawls. My favourite discipline and it's hard to choose one. This is the very first halfcircle I made five years ago.

Pattern: Spiderdream Tuch by Alina Dalichau
Yarn: My Melodyy "Dance in the Dark"

#crochet #häkeln #crochetsky #shawl
A semicircular crochet shawl hangs on a white door, featuring a gradient color transition from white at the center to deep purples and black at the edges. The intricate lace pattern includes fan-like motifs and openwork details, showcasing advanced crochet craftsmanship and elegant symmetry. A semicircular crochet shawl hangs on a white door, featuring a gradient color transition from white at the center to deep purples and black at the edges. The intricate lace pattern includes fan-like motifs and openwork details, showcasing advanced crochet craftsmanship and elegant symmetry.
December 7, 2025 at 3:32 AM
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illustoryart.bsky.social
The stars are beautiful, but cold, and the journey is so long ✨🩵✨🩵✨
December 4, 2025 at 6:58 PM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
#crochetaway prompt this week is Wishlists. This pattern right here, my friends, is on my Wishlist. Making Cthulhu would be absolutely amazing!
craftyintentions.bsky.social Megan @craftyintentions.bsky.social · 29d
What’s more Christmassy than a Cthulhu in the snow? ❄️💚
Honestly nothing. Pure festive chaos.

Pattern links:
🌐 shop.craftyintentions.com/b/8dRmK
🧶 www.ravelry.com/patterns/lib...
🛍️ www.etsy.com/uk/listing/9...

#crochet #crochetart #craftyintentions #cthulhu #yarnmagic #wintercrafts #amigurumi
A crocheted white Cthulhu with large wings and glowing red eyes crouches on a mound of snow outdoors, with a wintery landscape and trees silhouetted against a cloudy sky in the background.
December 4, 2025 at 1:22 PM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
My second project for the #giftalong2025 is done. This is Lily, the Rainbow Unicorn.

Pattern: Baby Unicorn by Violets & Heather
Yarn: Hobbii Rainbow Cotton 8/6

#crochet #crochetart #crochetartist #amigurumi #häkeln #handmade #focuspocus #yarn #fiber #fiberarts #GAL2025 #crochetsky
Crocheted unicorn plush toy sitting on a wooden shelf. The unicorn is white with turquoise hooves, a white horn, and a black eye. Its mane and tail are made of tightly curled strands in rainbow colors: red, pink, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. Behind it, a softly lit decorative panel with a tree silhouette adds warm ambient light. Crocheted unicorn plush toy displayed on a wooden shelf. The unicorn is white with turquoise hooves, a white horn, and large black eyes. Its mane is made of tightly curled strands in red, orange, yellow, and pink. A softly illuminated decorative panel with a tree silhouette is positioned behind the toy, casting warm ambient light.
November 30, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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desertlilyartistry.bsky.social
OK, hear me out lol💡... Seriously, replacing Cyber Monday with Micro Biz Monday is such a great idea! What do you say, all? Can we do it 👀?? Y'all know the drill: shop, repost with your own info, and SHARE! It's way past time for the little guys to take back our economy ✊!
#shopsmall #supportsmall
A cute wintery photo with the captions "Forget Cyber Monday" and "Microbusiness Monday" along with a blank space where someone can add their shop info. This one is made with an earthy green palette. A cute wintery photo with the captions "Forget Cyber Monday" and "Microbusiness Monday" along with a blank space where someone can add their shop info. This one is made with a lovely purple and mint palette. A cute wintery photo with the captions "Forget Cyber Monday" and "Microbusiness Monday" along with a blank space where someone can add their shop info. This one is made with a nice neutral and dark blue grey palette. A cute wintery photo with the captions "Forget Cyber Monday" and "Microbusiness Monday" along with a blank space where someone can add their shop info. This one is made with a nice neutral and grey palette.
November 26, 2025 at 8:02 PM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
I just finished my first project for the #giftalong2025 . Meet Focus Pocus!

Pattern: Focus Pocus by @sammichstitches.bsky.social
Yarn: Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/6

#crochet #crochetart #crochetartist #amigurumi #häkeln #handmade #focuspocus #yarn #fiber #fiberarts #GAL2025 #crochetsky
Crocheted eyeball figure with a pink iris and black pupil, wearing a small black witch hat. The figure is placed on a wooden surface in front of a decorative metal tree design with warm backlighting. The crochet stitches are clearly visible, and the scene has a handmade, seasonal theme.
November 25, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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plagiarismtoday.com
AI has been infiltrating knitting and crochet spaces, filling them with useless patterns. Here's why that's happening and what can be done about it.

www.plagiarismtoday.com/2025/11/24/t...

#AI #Knitting #Crochet #FiberArt #Copyright
The AI Invasion of Knitting and Crochet
AI has been infiltrating knitting and crochet spaces, filling them with useless patterns. Here’s why that’s happening and what can be done about it.
www.plagiarismtoday.com
November 24, 2025 at 8:44 PM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
Yesterday was #marketday at Bazar de Noël Walzwerk. It was COLD! 🥶 Day 2 today from 11am to 5pm. Enjoy some pictures of my market stall!
www.bazardenoel.ch

#switzerland #schweiz #weihnachtsmarkt #bazardenoel #christmasmarket #smallartist #crochet #häkeln #artistalley
Market stall under a blue-and-white striped canopy, featuring handmade crochet items. A shiny blue tablecloth covers the table, which displays colorful hats, small decorative crochet pieces, and accessories. On the table stands a wire grid holding various crocheted Amigurumi figures. To the right, a rack presents an array of crocheted shawls. A sign reads “HOOK A LOOP by Tanja” and includes a cartoon cat holding a crochet hook and yarn. Outdoor market stall under a striped canopy, showcasing handmade crochet garments and accessories. A mannequin displays a gradient crochet shawl transitioning from yellow to red to purple. A rack to the side holds multiple crocheted shawls in varied colors and patterns. Behind the stall, circular mandala-style crochet pieces are mounted for display. The setup includes string lights. Market stall under a blue-and-white striped canopy, displaying handmade crochet items. A table is covered with colorful crocheted mittens, gloves, and small textile crafts, each labeled with tags. On the table, two large circular mandala-style crochet pieces in purple and turquoise are mounted upright. A burgundy crochet shawl hangs on the right side, and a dark blue crochet piece is draped on the left. String lights are strung across the top of the canopy. The tablecloth features the text “HOOK A LOOP” in orange and black. Craft fair display featuring handmade crochet items arranged on a white wire shelving unit with three levels. The top shelf holds crocheted dolls with mushroom hats in various colors and facial expressions. The middle shelf displays more mushroom-themed dolls, small crocheted potion bottles, and dice. The bottom shelf contains more potion bottles and dice. A gradient crochet piece in pink, blue, and purple is laid out on the table in front. To the right, additional crochet items include a dark blue piece with a star-like pattern. A crocheted Kraken hangs from the side of the shelving unit. Behind the display, a large circular rainbow-colored crochet mandala is mounted. The table is covered with a blue cloth
November 23, 2025 at 3:46 AM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
Don't fear... Da Gwim Weaper!

Pattern: Da Gwim Weaper by Akabeko Botan
Yarn: Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/8

#crochet #crochetart #crochetartist #amigurumi #häkeln #handmade #grimreaper #yarn #fiber #fiberarts #fiberartist #crochetsky
A small handmade crochet figure resembling the Grim Reaper, crafted from dark gray yarn with a hooded cloak. It holds a miniature scythe made of a wooden stick and light grey yarn shaped into a curved blade. The figure is positioned on a wooden shelf in front of a decorative water feature with smooth stones and a textured backdrop. A small handmade crochet figure resembling the Grim Reaper, crafted from dark gray yarn with a hooded cloak. It holds a miniature scythe made of a wooden stick and light grey yarn shaped into a curved blade. The figure is positioned on a wooden shelf in front of a decorative water feature with smooth stones and a textured backdrop.
November 20, 2025 at 4:14 PM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
Alright! All ten styles for the crochet Potion Bottle Dice Bags are done! Bottom right is the last one I made.
I'm super happy how they turned out!

Crochet Pattern: Potion Bottle Dice Bags by Ruby Packer

🧶 #crochet #amigurumi #häkeln #crochetsky #dicebag #potionbottle #dnd #yarn #gamer
Ten crocheted potion bottles displayed on a tiered white fabric surface. Each bottle has a small beige or light-colored crocheted stopper. The arrangement shows one bottle on the top tier, three on the middle tier, and six on the lowest tier. The colors include purple, yellow, orange, red, green, teal, light blue, dark blue, and two additional shades of blue-green. A dark purple crocheted Potion Bottle shaped like a flask stands in front of a decorative tabletop water fountain with a tree motif and illuminated flowing water. The bottle has a small light-colored crocheted stopper. Surrounding it are several polyhedral dice—d4, d6, d8, d10, d12, and d20—with white or translucent bodies and gold numbering. The scene blends fantasy-themed crafting with tabletop gaming elements.
November 20, 2025 at 11:15 AM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
Nice, but after the other crochet dice bags, this one doesn't feel so special. It's also the least stable.

One more style to go!

Crochet Pattern: Potion Bottle Dice Bags by Ruby Packer

🧶 #crochet #amigurumi #häkeln #crochetsky #dicebag #potionbottle #dnd #yarn #gamer
Crocheted dice bag shaped like a potion bottle, made with blue yarn for the body and white yarn for the stopper. It stands upright on a wooden surface in front of a decorative tabletop fountain with a glowing tree design. Seven polyhedral dice in white with gold numbers are arranged around the base of the bag. The fountain features dark stone textures and small pebbles.
November 19, 2025 at 2:22 PM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
Oooh, I adore how that one turned out. Love Potion, for sure. 😍

Crochet Pattern: Potion Bottle Dice Bags by Ruby Packer

🧶 #crochet #amigurumi #häkeln #crochetsky #dicebag #potionbottle #dnd #yarn #gamer
Crocheted dice bag shaped like a potion bottle, with a bright pink cylindrical body and a white rounded top resembling a cork. The bag stands upright in front of a decorative tabletop fountain featuring a tree motif with glowing backlighting. Arranged around the base of the bag are six polyhedral dice in white with gold numbers: a d4, d6, d8, d10, d12, and d20.
November 19, 2025 at 8:46 AM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
Every casters best friend - the Mana Potion!
I think this might be my favourite shape so far.

Crochet Pattern: Potion Bottle Dice Bags by Ruby Packer

🧶 #crochet #amigurumi #häkeln #crochetsky #dicebag #potionbottle #dnd #yarn #gamer
A crocheted turquoise potion bottle with a beige stopper sits on a wooden surface, surrounded by seven white polyhedral dice with gold numbering. Behind it, a dark stone-textured water fountain features a metal tree silhouette with water flowing down its surface. The scene blends fantasy tabletop gaming elements with handmade craftwork.
November 18, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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whatevermaranda.com
Love this so much. 💜
Meme: a quirky hand-drawn cat beneath the script "AHEM - please don't give billionaires more of your money this holiday season - buy something cool and handmade from some fun weirdo instead & help them eat. Shop small, y'all." Image credit: "Small businesses need your support more than ever 💗 By Sugarhouse Ceramic Co."
November 15, 2025 at 4:17 AM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
#CrochetAway prompt this week is goals. I want to make the Nessie Shawl again. It's the one shawl I regret having given away. So that means... I'll have to make it again. 😊

Pattern: Nessie shawl by SisHomemade

🧶 #crochet #crochetsky #shawl #häkeln
Close-up of a triangular crochet shawl featuring horizontal bands of textured stitches. The yarn transitions smoothly from light aqua blue at the top to deep purple at the bottom. Stitch patterns include puff stitches, shell motifs, and lace-like openwork, arranged in distinct rows that emphasize the gradient color shift.
November 18, 2025 at 5:56 AM
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fastenoffyal.bsky.social
🧶 So what IS the Fasten Off Yarnalong?

This is an online stitchalong event (crochet and knitting) where, to participate, you make a project using a for-pay pattern from one of our participating designers. It starts at 9pmET on November 21 (Friday!), and runs until the end of 2025.

#FastenOffYAL
Fasten Off Yarn-a-long: An independent designer event
We're an accessible, inclusive stitchalong event geared to promoting and supporting independent crochet and knitting designers.<br>We also love building community and giving everybody a fun time.<br>I...
www.fastenoffyal.com
November 17, 2025 at 9:32 PM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
Depending on the Boss fight, a Potion of greater Fire Protection can be a useful thing... You know, for all those who stand in the fire and bring their Healers to exasperation... 😂🔥

🧶 #crochet #amigurumi #häkeln #crochetsky #dicebag #potionbottle #dnd #yarn #gamer
Crocheted orange potion bottle with a white stopper, positioned upright in front of a backlit lamp featuring a carved tree design. Seven white polyhedral dice with gold numbers are arranged around the bottle, including a d4, d6, d8, d10, d12, and d20. The scene is softly illuminated, creating a warm, ambient glow.
November 17, 2025 at 2:43 PM
hookaloop-by-tanja.bsky.social
Here we go, the next crochet Potion Bottle Dice Bag is done. This one is actually quite big! I do feel a bit like a crazy alchemist...

🧶 #crochet #amigurumi #häkeln #crochetsky #dicebag #potionbottle #dnd #yarn
Crocheted dice bag shaped like a potion bottle, composed of stacked, rounded segments in teal yarn with a white cap resembling a stopper. The bag stands upright in front of a decorative metal fountain featuring a backlit tree motif. Surrounding the bag are several polyhedral dice in blue with gold numbering.
November 17, 2025 at 9:27 AM
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Told you I'll be spamming you with crochet Potion Dice Bags. 😅
I'm really happy with this one, now that's a proper Health Potion!

🧶 #crochet #amigurumi #häkeln #crochetsky #dicebag #potionbottle #dnd #yarn #crochetaway
Crocheted red potion bottle standing upright in front of a lit tabletop fountain with a metallic tree of life design. The fountain glows warmly from behind. Several polyhedral dice are scattered around the bottle on the surface.
November 16, 2025 at 9:36 AM