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nice and niche

Are you a crochet all rounder? Do blankets, scarves, jumpers and amigurumi all roll off your hook with equal ease? Well, imagine a world where you have found the one crochet ‘thing’ that makes your heart beat faster and then have practised and refined it until you are truly an expert in your niche. Read on to delve into the creative world of specialist and talented hooksters who have done just that.

INSTANTLY FAMILIAR

Texas-based Allison Hoffman crochets amazingly recognisable dolls of well-known figures. This led her to launch her ‘skin tones’ yarn to encourage inclusivity in the fibre world.

“In 2007 I started crocheting toys for my kids and

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