Hi, I’m Assia!
The crochet designer behind The Crochet Village.
I love helping people discover the joy of crochet—whether you’re picking up a hook for the first time or already hooked and hunting for your next project.
My goal is to design modern patterns that are fun to make, so you can create beautiful handmade pieces to use every day, gift to people you love, or proudly sell at your local craft markets.
I hope you’ll feel inspired to try something new and connect with this amazing community of crochet enthusiasts.
How it all started
Crochet has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Growing up in a family of crafters, I was surrounded by creativity—both my grandma and mom knitted, sewed, and, of course, crocheted. So, I didn’t really have a choice! 😊
I crocheted my first cardigan in middle school and was so proud to wear it to class. When my teacher complimented it, I told her I’d made it myself. She didn’t believe me. Neither did my classmates. It made me so sad—I remember coming home upset about it. But my mom said something I’ll always remember: “It means it’s so well done that no one can believe it was handmade!”
And you know what? That became my standard. I aim to make my designs so polished and beautifully finished that no one will think they’re handmade—that’s the ultimate compliment.
I feel so lucky to have learned solid techniques at such a young age. Those early lessons, passed down from the women in my family, became the foundation of my crochet journey. Little did I know back then just how much that little crochet fun would mean to me years later.
Adventures, Inspiration & Creativity
Life took me on so many unexpected adventures after that—college, traveling, exploring different cultures. I’ve been lucky enough to visit many countries and meet incredible people from all walks of life. Each place left its mark on me, shaping how I see the world and sparking creativity I didn’t even know I had.
Then came the busy years—family, career, and all the responsibilities that come with building a life. My hooks gathered dust in a drawer somewhere.
But when the pandemic hit in 2020, everything changed. The world slowed down, anxiety was high, and like so many of us, I was searching for something—anything—to ground me.
One day, I found myself wandering the aisles of Michaels (lol), running my fingers over skeins of soft yarn. It felt like coming home. I picked up my hook again, and I haven’t looked back since.
Crochet: My Strength Through Life’s Challenges
In 2022, life threw me a curveball I never saw coming. I was diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening autoimmune disorder that turned my world completely upside down. It was an unexpected and terrifying time—full of uncertainty and fear for what the future held.
But during the hardest moments, crochet became my escape. When everything felt out of control, I could still loop yarn over my hook, stitch by stitch, row by row. It gave me something to focus on besides the pain and worry.
It helped me find moments of peace amidst the chaos, and reminded me that I was still me—still capable of creating something beautiful.
My life today …
Today, I’m fully recovered—well, almost back to normal—and in a much better place, both physically and emotionally. That experience changed me. It taught me resilience, gratitude, and the healing power of creating something you love with your hands.
Throughout this entire journey, my family has been my unwavering support. My husband—my best friend—and our two beautiful daughters stood by me through every tough moment. They encouraged me not just to pick up crochet again, but to turn my passion into something more. Their belief in me gave me the confidence to keep going, even when things seemed impossible.
We live in a small town in Massachusetts, where I’m lucky to have a beautiful pond right in my backyard.
On quiet mornings, I sit by the water with my coffee and watch the light shift across the surface, the swans and turtles gliding by, and the ripples spreading out in perfect circles.
That pond—and the peace it brings—inspires so many of my designs.
Now, I get to channel all of that—the love passed down from my grandma and mom, the lessons learned through travel and hardship, the quiet beauty of everyday moments—into creating modern crochet patterns that I hope will inspire you to pick up a hook and make something beautiful, too.
This space is more than just patterns—it’s about connection, creativity, and sharing the love of crochet with people who get it. I’m so grateful for every person who joins this journey with me, whether you’re here to find your next project, learn something new, or simply be part of a community that celebrates handmade beauty.
Thank you for being here. Welcome to the Village!
