Ignoring my WIPs for a Granny Square Blanket + Crochet Biz Q&A [Crochet Vlog Thingy]

[@TLYarnCrafts]

Hello my loves! Glad you're all enjoying the less polished side of TLYC :-) More videos like this will be coming your way. In the meantime, I've added the Hooked by Robin tutorial and the cake recipe to the Description. Have the best day! xoxo

[@karenbirckhead3101]

I looked at Robin’s tutorial and I cannot wait to start on my rectangular granny! You are just the best! Thanks for your videos of easy to follow instruction and for encouraging us to use our resources along our journey. Have a wonderful day!!🌸

[@PinkSheepDesign]

Thank you for the shout out!!! I truly hope you are enjoying your hook!! 🧡🙏 I have been wanting to try that bulky cotton! Definitely on my try list!!!

[@myselfz2171]

do a tutorial for a bed for cat with loop yarn pleasure

[@Nanapwc]

@@PinkSheepDesign

[@indiaaa1095]

“Well I would hope so, it’s cotton” 🤣 this is so me lol

[@Grahmahshanz]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@natmickan]

The crazy thing is that it genuinely isn’t a given; dyes aren’t all 100% veg-based, so non-vegan cotton yarn is not uncommon. There are so many unexpected non-vegan things, like most wine, lots of printed stuff, etc. :S

[@quietone748]

😄😄😄

[@LittleTiger967]

I love how real you are! You took us on an incredible journey of what your life is: crocheting, baking a cake, eating lunch, snuggling those fur babies, and I'm all for it!

[@jennyb975]

😂😂😂 I just decided to adopt the motto “done is better than perfect” so I can stop being haunted by unfinished WIPs. Thanks to know others have that same motto

[@maryb6872]

I'm afraid my husband will adopt that motto when I find food still on the dishes he has washed ahaha.

[@lindahorton9488]

As a long time quilter, in addition to my love of crochet, “finished is often better than perfect” is my mantra also. 🩷🩷

[@maryb6872]

For $19 a skein Wool and the Gang better figure out a way for there not to be knots! Thank you so much for everything you do for the crochet community.

[@christingreene7978]

I absolutely loved how real this video was!! The crocheting with the fur babies, drinking wine and forgetting a color, baking a questionabley old cake, we could absolutely be friends lol.

[@kathyd7506]

That's exactly what I was thinking, but you said it better lol.

[@quietone748]

This video is a snapshot of my life, sump pump maintenance included. Loving the relaxed Toni!

[@gailgodfrey768]

I'm with you, I love it too! Do more.

[@esculapiaxula]

“Hi! Welcome to the cooking portion of this already weird video.” Toni, this is, by far, one of (if not THE) most favorite video by you that I’ve watched. First of, it’s super real. You include your husband, your dog and cat, you tagged Robin, you cook and give a demo, and you cracked me up with the wine comment about not being responsible for what happens after you start drinking for the evening. I can officially say I got a little bit of all my favorite video content right here: crochet, yarn review, dogs/pets, cooking, and life in general. LOVED IT (and would welcome more of this). You do you, boo!

[@harlequinherveaux8759]

Agree! This was so cozy. Loved it.

[@jennifergodwin4689]

I so appreciate your comments regarding your first question. Especially the part about doing the work. We’ve become a society of people who just simply want to be spoonfed answers instead of looking for them on their own. Your content is amazing. All the free information that you have out there on your blog and on your KZbin videos is so helpful. I’ve only been crocheting for half an hot minute and I have learned so much from you. And I totally get that you have to make an income. I either buy the PDFs, or I leave of the blog open and watch the ads. Thank you so much for what you do!

[@holleysmith1342]

I LOVE Hooked by Robin. I’m just finishing up a rectangle granny using her tutorial! I really like how she starts hers as well - always just a little different than everyone else ❤

[@robynw6307]

Yes yes, she is great. Only found her a few months ago, but have been watching a lot of her older vids.

[@salamanda11]

Robin and Toni are my favorite crochet designers and teachers! Learned so much from both of them.

[@JodiYeager]

This has got to be the most eclectic video I've seen from you. The puppy dog sure has done you good. I see a softer, less perfectionist peeking through. I like it. Keepin real, keeping chill love the vid, thank you.

[@MicheleJames1965]

I love your dog! When you stopped petting him, he gave this look like "Wait! Why did you stop?" Happy Mother's Day as a fur baby mommy!

[@rachelraye285]

Dear Toni! You are truly a wonderful gift to the world of creating something with your hands. I cannot find the right words to express how much I look forward to your videos. You are an inspiration as well.

[@andreakissinger2165]

Your dog is SO! Heckin! Cute! I used to have a shaggy black and silver baby that looked a lot like him. Would love to hear all about him on your next Q&A! Thanks so much for being and supporting diverse creators on a platform not designed to promote them. Love you!

[@vysgiyi]

I’m in love with everything about this video. it’s like someone started recording me at 1am on a Saturday night but with cuter head scarves and better crochet skills. That is a steep price for so little yardage but not surprising when GOTS certified and organic. My organic cottons feel so soft and nice but are also hand wash or dry clean only too. Also not a fan of that. But worth it to keep that soft texture on a lace sweater. Can’t wait for next video! ❤❤

[@cathyt8459]

I loved this video! A little yarn, a little crochet, a little baking, some TL wisdom and chit chat. So much fun!

[@_maxgray]

I really enjoyed this mixture of topics and activities! Tip for making banana baked goods - a potato masher is super fast and easy, it totally changed my relationship with mashing bananas. I actually just made a banana chocolate chip cake this morning!

[@annetteavery3349]

It’s true, you shouldn’t be making items or patterns you don’t like, it’s why there are thousands of patterns out there, something for everyone’s taste. The fact that you are creating and getting things done and the sense of achievement is what makes me happy. Thank you for your inspiring and helpful videos 👍❤️

[@litterboxhero]

I am SO HERE for day-in-the-life Toni content! ♥️♥️

[@chasitydomenici109]

Thank you so much for your videos! I always look forward to your posts and reviews! And that sure is a cute crochet buddy you have!

[@flushedphoenix81]

I found you via le petit saint crochet. Thank you the great info and crochet academy. I picked up hooks in April I am someone with intractable migraine I am fund bar on my worst days I can crochet. I am loving you le petit saint, complicated knots and skein spider.

[@purplesucess]

Happy to have found someone who looks like me to follow on my journey to crocheting I’m from England (over 60 yr old)whoop I’ll be looking over your videos as I never knew you existed so glad I’ve found you

[@karenbirckhead3101]

THANKS FOR BEING REAL!! I LOVE YOU!!♥️♥️♥️

[@kathykujawa6183]

OMGOSH-- i totally love when sassy toni comes out to PLAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i giggled all the way thru this!!!! i am thinking-- sassy toni sunday!!!!! all the time

[@58fcorley]

I think you are a great teacher. I have been crocheting for over 50 years, but there is so much out there to still learn. Tunisian crochet was one of them. Your videos are so easy to follow and have helped me a lot in branching out in that particular area of crochet. Keep up the great work, I am a big fan. I have 3 cats and 1 dog who all get along now, but it was not always the case. All I can say is don't give up on your fur babies, they will come to at least tolerate each other, which may even lead to great affection.

[@QueenBaha]

🌴☀️ Toni you listened… You really listened!!!! I wanted to know you a tad better and lately you’ve been putting out videos that do JUST THAT💃🏽I thank you so much for taking the time to do this…I really mean that ☀️🌴

[@meandmymacaw2735]

I loved spending time with you in this video. It gave me a glimpse into who you really are. Thank you. I feel closer to you through this video and meeting your spouse. I love my Daphne afghan and I now bought a Tunisian hook to start your baby blanket. It looks interesting and I should tackle a new project. You are great and what a great crocheter you are!!

[@sharondonovan1403]

Hi Toni I must try this cotton yarn....your doggie is s adorable.. I see how much you love him....granny square my favorite....HAPPY CROCHET

[@sweetiedahling8137]

You and Hooked by Robin are my favourite crochet youtubers! I recognized her thumbnail right away so I'm not sure what that says about my obsession with watching these viseos while actually crocheting very little 😄

[@mrslsix]

I loved the relaxed vibe of this video. Keep them coming!

[@nicoleowen694]

You know what I just realised is my favourite thing about your videos (and there's a lot to love, this is just the TOP of the list) is that when you review a product, your explanations are so specific and detailed that, even if the review is negative, I sometimes come away knowing that I will like the product based on what you've said. It's such a rare thing to find. Thank you so much for all your work. The vlogs are 😙👌

[@hollygordon1693]

Oh my gosh, the way your pup looks up at you. 🥰

[@Vmurph]

MORE!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 More casual ‘Toni with wine’ videos please? 🙏🏻 Toni, you’re so fun to watch and listen to, and seeing the more casual and impromptu side of you (especially the humor) was a real treat! I’d definitely love to see more of these type videos.

[@sandrapalmer5642]

You have me laughing so hard I could barely stand it. I have shingles you can't be making me laugh hysterically. What I love is no responsibility for anything I've done after a couple of glasses of wine. I just love it. Thank you I have hurt so bad but getting to laugh makes me feel so much better. Did you not like to touch that banana you looked like you were scared of. I just love you Toni.

[@TheGaynah]

Thank you for your honesty Toni. I think I will try a rectangular granny.

[@junelicudinerosales8086]

Thank you Toni!!! I love the pics of you and your hubby that are behind you! ❤

[@Sparklyprettyprincessbiana]

I comforts me seeing all those WIPs at the bottom of your closet because my desk,closet,bed and basket are filled with WIPs (not joking I like have 20 WIPs) bty love your patterns ❤❤❤

[@debbenjo5875]

I love it when your puppy cozies on your lap!!

[@missmishpot]

I adore your soothing voice, your delightful personality, and your informative videos. That is all. 😊

[@sachafreedom9134]

I'm so thankful that you have unfinished projects because you make me feel less guilty about my unfinished projects. I have 4 mini Schnauzers and I'm currently making them all matching sweaters, yet I have 2 blankets that I have not finished and I don't have the excitement to finish them. Thank you for sharing 💖💖💖💖 BTW... your lil dog is sooooooo precious!! 💖💖💖💖💖💖 And Bailey Sarian is back doing Monday Murder Mistery and Makeup. Yay!

[@HelenaMcGevna]

Thanks for your wonderful videos! You’ve gotten me crocheting again after about 50 years 😉

[@ticketNo713]

Happy pupper and kitty Mother’s Day!

[@Mosoup17]

This is the third video of yours I’ve watched today, as I’m crocheting granny squares your way. I am loving the inclusion and pride you share! This feels like such a safe space to relax and be real together. 🤍

[@phyllisgray384]

I love you! I love cooking shows. Combining cooking and crocheting is utter genius for me. Thank you for being you.

[@normamurphy2827]

Been a fan for years!! For the first time I purchased one of your patterns .......... WOW!!!! Excellent, concise, logical, beautiful. You're the BEST!!! Thank you sooooo much!

[@jennidfromhali6146]

Can I just say, I love sassy Toni!! You make the best tutorials and patterns. Thanks for all you do!

[@audrastringer8348]

I just love that you are real!! I love that you have several WIP and answer questions honestly. Thank you!❤

[@hillbillyheavenWV]

I love your fun attitude & becoming addicted to your videos❣️ Your cake looked yummy. I also love your honesty, out of MANY different crochet videos I’ve watched you & one other person has actually said what they don’t like about a yarn that was given to them to try. Most just ooh & ahh over every yarn & don’t tell any of the negative things about it like the price or the feel of the yarn compared to other similar yarns that are cheaper. Thank you for offering some free tutorials, I know a girl has to eat & I understand needing to sell your patterns but truly appreciate what you offer for free to those of us who are on a very tight budget. I’m a disabled cancer survivor & all my savings went to doctor bills & now I’m surviving on a tiny SS disability check. So please know you are appreciated very much from so many of us who can’t afford to give but wish we could. Blessings to you & everyone who reads this. 🤗🙏🏼🦋

[@shannonjones5324]

I want to thank you for providing so much free content. I would think most people know the free patterns come along with being on the blog with ads. I did that for a long time. Then one day I was like “it’s worth it for few bucks” lol. I have a bought a couple of patterns.

[@ninajawnyj6091]

Thank you for standing up for Crocheters !!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@JordanLeigh]

I love this style of video. Feels like we get to see more of what a day in your life is like.

[@meemamakes]

Thankyou for being so down to earth when answering these questions. As a new crochet designer with a growing following I relate so hard to your answers to the questions. Thankyou for being you and sharing yourself with us ❤

[@GaminGawdess]

Thanks!

[@swhitaker0311]

I love my Tunisian sampler so much! I learned so much and I’m proud to pull it out each Christmas. My husband was deployed when I made and the smaller squares were so satisfying to feel accomplished during a stressful time.

[@eleanorbradley6556]

Aww your furbaby looks just like my onyx Happy Furmommy day 💐💕👑💫🤗 Happy Crocheting 🧶

[@ivymerritt7577]

Your doggy is just TOO cute! ♥️🐶♥️🐶♥️🐶♥️🐶

[@lindawilliams7652]

Yes he is.

[@carleanharrod9390]

With TL, you get the real deal!!!! And one of the many reasons I love her channel 😊

[@loganrutledge3610]

I’m loving this video format! Cute hubby too!😅

[@NB-ww3dy]

Yes- TL! Awesome video and great chit chat! I love the yarn - now I have to try it.

[@FaithRichFidler]

I loved this weird and chaotic video. It caters to my life ... which happens to be weird and chaotic. Thanks for producing quality tutorials, as well as truly entertaining content. Even your passionate content (women/people of color) never comes across as aggressive or divisive. Kudos to a person of integrity.

[@bethhasilo1536]

This was a cute video. You are just so natural & real. I recently found you & I'm really enjoying your videos. Thanks so much. 🧶🧡

[@ivymerritt7577]

Congratulations on reaching 560K subscribers!! 🎊🥂🎉🎊🥂🎉🎊🥂🎉

[@valeriehicks9543]

Toni, I love your movie watching when you are working on a whip. Thanks for new shows and connections on others. I love watching your KZbin and continue to be great.

[@cherylkines2076]

Love the length of the video and the honesty! Slightly tipsy Toni is hilarious 😂

[@anissiabalistreri9612]

Cute puppy, some peanut butter goes amazing in some carrots cake too.

[@sharonlarson5331]

I love how your adorable puppy sits on your lap while you crochet!

[@KMGME]

Absolutely enjoyed this video!! 🥰 I started crochet in Nov. 2022. Saw ur video on the 5 basic stitches, went to Michaels got a hook kit and a ball of yarn....been crocheting ever since. 😊 Luv ur content. Thx for sharing ur talent.

[@not2old2bcrafty]

I am so glad you went through with it and designed the Holiday Sampler Tunisian Blanket. I made is about 3 or 4 years ago and it is still on my sofa. You got my hooked on Tunisian Crochet. I did not use the correct yarn, but mine still came out exactly as I wanted it to be. Thank you for the bonus of the recipe - I have a Duncan Hines Carrot Cake box in my kitchen as well as 2 over ripe bananas, so I will be making it tomorrow. As you say, one tires of plain old banana bread (although it still remains a hit in my house. Take care and sending some crochet hugs.

[@stevencoronado3070]

“You’ve spent more for less” THIS IS LITERALLY WHY I BUY ALL IF TONIS PATTERN LOLL SHES SOO REALLLL😭😭❤️❤️

[@anniehautala2679]

I love this video! I got a little bit of everything and all of it was genuine. Thank you for spending time with us this way, it feels like girl time with yarn 😄

[@quietone748]

Your dog is possibly the most adorable dog I have EVER seen in my life. And this video is special and will be saved in my "best of the best" playlist because it's so very much me on a Saturday afternoon and evening when I'm crafting and cooking all at the same time! Your channel brings me joy, thank you for making all these videos and helping me find answers to all the crafty questions I have. That yarn looks amazing; I love working with cotton and will have to pick some up if they ever lower the price!

[@viefcakes]

This is so exciting!! There is not a lot of bulky vegan options out there so this makes me incredibly happy to see companies step up. You're making me want to try it IMMEDIATELY for exactly that endorphin rush of starting a new project. 💕💕✨✨

[@noelleparris9451]

This "very weird video" was fabulous, Toni. I'm intrigued by the rectangular granny piece... I want to try that 😀 I loved your responses to the questions. You are a jewel in the KZbin universe. Shine on!💞

[@VirtuesCircle]

I love your love of community, and how you explained why you value supporting diversity. I’m a new fan.

[@sueannmestemacher524]

I am doing one of your patterns and I love it.

[@LMS646]

I love your 🐶! Soooo sweet!

[@GaminGawdess]

Girl I love you and this channel because you keep it 110%. Knowing a girl who looks like me is doing a thing like you keeps me inspired keep it up!!! Plus that rectangle granny oh I see a BoHo sweater getting ready to be made and worn by me❤❤❤❤

[@susanmansell5081]

Love the rectangle granny and the colours you have chosen look super together, at the moment I am into making blankets and have 3 of them on the go, hopefully 2 of them will be finished over the weekend, thanks for sharing your work, take care and stay well.

[@Andrea-bw8xm]

Hi there...this was definitely fun to listen to as I finished up the laundry ( so I could get back to my crocheting!) I like your ethics. And you have taught me alot...even though I have been crocheting for more years than u care to admit!😅 I so appreciate your videos that don't rehash basics. I understand when you have to revisit a basic technique or two...but sometimes it's just the advanced skill or tip that I'm looking for... So...thank you ! You are my tsunisian guru!

[@therese565]

Thanks so much for this fun video! I do look forward to all of your content!!

[@eleanoreadams]

Bought your Tunisian sampler blanket holiday pattern. Pretty excited about all the crazy new stitches to try out!

[@rosij4536]

Ok so first, thank you for introducing/ reminding me of a rectangle granny square! It will be placed on my long to do list project sheet . And secondly but most importantly, I love seeing this side of you. Thank you for sharing and opening up and showing your daily activity 😊 you may have recorded this type of video, but it was my first time seeing you in this light. Feeling right now like I’m a friend 😂🧶❤️

[@victoriavroman650]

I LOVE your videos! This one is a fave. Toni with wine making things and a dash of randomness. It speaks to my random heart. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and helping out we little ones just starting out. You keep it real and your following shows it. ❤❤❤

[@otterwench]

I have been designing knit and crochet patterns for a long time, but have not put anything new out in the past 10 years. I am focusing on revamping my existing 50 patterns then combing my 10-12 notebooks where I have jotted down my design ideas and writing them into new patterns. Your mentions of how you approach your designs is helping me get my energy and ambition up to accomplish this. Thank you!

[@dealedoux13]

I love how real you are. Not just a sponsored mouthpiece. ❤

[@maryanncasale87]

Thank you, Toni. I really enjoyed this video!

[@karenbailey3493]

Love your style, your voice, your straight genuine commentary. I’m a longgg time maker and just love “hanging out “ with you!! ❤

[@JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts]

This vlog had a little of everything and I loved it. TFS, Toni! ❤

[@thesalalmon]

I'm really enjoying watching this more vlog-style video while working on my own WIP 😊 also popping in quickly to say I LOVE Premiere Pro for editing and once you learn it it's so easy, but I think a good in-between like you were asking for is Premiere Rush! It's part of the Adobe suite as well so you have to sell your soul to get it, but it looks to me like a good gateway to learning Pro. I hope this helps!

[@normamurphy2827]

Thanks!

[@jencrochetingradtech5913]

I want to duplicate your rectangle blanket with the same exact yarn and even color scheme. Thank you for always putting quality content out for our consumption. I love that you used a video from hooked by robin, she is one of my favorites along with you. Much love 💕

[@jencrochetingradtech5913]

Okay $19 for one of those balls of yarn😮. No thank you! I will not be duplicating your blanket exactly but I will substitute with a more budget friendly cotton yarn

[@bgummeson]

I love the straight talk! And I have to admit I have not-so-secret desire for a small scruffy dog, but my husband has veto power because he’s the one who does the dog walks. So we have a 46 LB fluffy border collie. 😅

[@thehipbeekatherine9520]

Love love love you , your energy, and the talent you so generously share with us…..THANK YOU! ❤️

[@lindaburcher3908]

I love all your work but I think Tunisian crochet is the best, I have done nearly done 30 knee blankets for friends. And I am trying to different stitches and hope to make some shawls. You have given me so much joy because I am making things again. Thank you so very much Linda

[@jo7127]

Such fun thank you 😊 Love the blanket and the yarn, def the price is a little high! Your dog is such a little cutie 💛

[@vlee3880]

I love your content and you. What a beautiful human being you are; Thank you for sharing yourself and your awesome designs with us - not the least of which is your amazing ability to teach and clarify!! I’m chiming in here to say - those moments when you felt a bit ‘exposed’ -sharing some of what irritates you - I SO appreciate you being willing to ‘expose yourself’ in this way. As a new maker and consumer of content in this way it’s so great for me to learn about how to be better - not only as a maker, but as a person engaging with content creators!! Granted, I try to never ask the easily google-able questions - but I have learned so much about how it is to be a maker fulltime, and I can be better at honouring that work!! Thanks for all the ways you make the world better!!❤❤❤

[@erinbritain]

Thank you for this video!!! It was the perfect blend of crochet, yarn snob review, and day in the life. Love spending with you Toni 😊

[@TLYarnCrafts]

Thanks for hanging in my kitchen with me!

[@beingagift]

This was great Toni! And I’ll exchange pet sitting for in-person couch tutorials anytime!! I’ll bring the coffee!

[@valeriehowden471]

Great video! Please make more of these, Toni. As for bananas in cake, I made part of a banofee today - spiced gingerbread cake somewhat like carrot cake without the carrots. If it doesn't look good, cut into squares and layer with sliced bananas, butterscotch pudding, whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Need some booze, Grand Marnier is recommended. Yum!

[@MapleNutDesigns]

What a joy! I so loved how real this video was…A Day in the Life of TL Yarn Crafts!” The blanket “rug 😂” was beautiful

[@CateTenmatay]

Coffeehouse Crime, Adrian, is awesome. I put on one of his videos when crocheting also!