If you’re a loyal Yarnplaza follower, you’re probably familiar with Chloë. You might know her from her lively presentations at Coffee and Wool and last year’s Droomjournaal, for example. Or from her participation in Haakster 2020, where she made it to the finals. Chloë is once again showcasing the design talent she displayed during that competition in this awesome Yarnplaza collaboration.
Granny Square Cardigan à la Chloë Crochet Kit
So what did Chloë design? Well, a garment that suits her perfectly. With its many eye-catching colors, this Granny Square cardigan radiates cheerfulness—just like Chloë herself. It’s a piece that immediately catches the eye—so you can really show it off. Thanks to the use of Yarn and Colors Baby Fabulous, the cardigan is nice and soft. The cropped style and wide cuffs also give it a trendy look. The Granny Square Cardigan à la Chloë is available in two different color combinations: one with a cream base and one with a black base. You can also choose from two different sizes: XS/S and M/L.
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Interview with Chloë
Of course, we’d love to introduce you to the designer behind this cheerful cardigan. Read or watch the interview below for a glimpse into Chloë’s world of crochet.
Hey, I'm Chloë. Most people will know me from the previous season of Haakster (2020), where I came in third. Or from my Instagram account @_chloe.made, where I post all my creations.
My passion for crocheting actually began when my mother was crocheting. She was crocheting an Amigurumi, and in that same crochet book there was something I wanted to make, too. So she tried to explain how to crochet to me, even though I’m left-handed. That’s how I managed to crochet my first little doll. After that, I crocheted another project, and then another, and another… I’ve actually never stopped since.
I would describe my style as trendy and modern. I also really like geometric shapes and clean designs.
I find it really hard to choose between these three. Since I’ve been participating in Haakster, I actually enjoy crocheting just about everything. But usually, I’m working on a home decor project and an Amigurumi at the same time, and I switch back and forth between them. And every now and then, I’ll throw in a piece of clothing as well.
It might sound cliché, but I’m most proud of this cardigan. Designing and crocheting a garment is, if you ask me, “next level.” Because getting the measurements just right is, of course, a challenge. I found that pretty difficult, which is why I’m so proud that I managed to pull it off.
That might just be my mom. We often go for walks in nature, and all kinds of ideas just pop into my head. I sometimes look on Pinterest, too, but I prefer to come up with what I’d like to do and then build on that.
Um… I think I’d rather bring my crochet project with me, haha. No, I like going out and visiting friends and family. But I also really enjoy sitting on the couch with friends or my mom, crocheting and chatting.
I think my mom. But actually, the rest of my family and friends, too. I have a lot of friends who ask if I’d like to crochet something for them. And my family also thinks it’s great that I often give crocheted items as gifts. So everyone likes what I do, and that makes me very happy.
I love crocheting on the couch while watching one of my favorite TV shows—*Friends*, for example. I’ve watched it so many times that I don’t need to see everything, but I can still hear the dialogue. When I’m designing something like this cardigan, I prefer to crochet at the table so I can really focus on what I’m doing.
I think I'm somewhere in between. Sometimes I crochet really tightly, like when I'm making an Amigurumi. For fashion projects, I crochet a little more loosely with chain stitches.
My craft stash at home is growing quite a bit. I often buy yarn for a new project, but then end up working on something else instead. My stash consists mainly of Cotton. Other than that, it’s not too bad, actually. I also have a lot of Crochet Hooks, but I always end up using the same ones. My favorites are in a little pouch, and I take them with me everywhere I go.
One thing I can never do without is something to drink, like tea or coffee. I also really like to drink milk. Or a tasty cookie or piece of candy. Above all, I think it’s important to be able to sit comfortably. I get cold easily, so I like to sit under a crocheted blanket.
For Yarnplaza, I designed a cardigan made entirely of Granny Squares. I designed this Granny Square pattern myself, too. I really wanted to create a granny cardigan with a trendy, new twist. I think I pulled it off!
For the entire cardigan, I used a single Granny Square in different colors. Softer colors are combined with bolder ones. There are color combinations that recur throughout, which keeps the cardigan looking calm despite the many colors. I also think the great thing about a Granny Square is that it’s an easy project to take with you.
I'm super excited about my cardigan and can't wait for more crochet enthusiasts to give it a try. Maybe you'll make the cardigan in a single color scheme. I think that would look nice, too, if you prefer something a little more subdued. Or do what I did and show off your eye-catching creation.
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