Heart Hook Home

crochet, yarn, heart (CHD) & food

About

Welcome to Heart Hook Home – I am so glad you’re here!

My name is Ashlea and I am a mother of two young boys, and yarn enthusiast. In addition to my love of all things fiber related, I also sew, I’ll hot glue just about anything, and I dabble in woodworking.

My passion for crochet started about five years ago when my little brother Forrest taught me to crochet over the Christmas holiday. Something he told me during our first lesson that I’ve never forgotten: “it’s just one strand of yarn, you can’t screw it up so badly that you can’t rip it out and start again”. He was right, and I haven’t been able to put down the hook since!

I also love to read, and since that isn’t exactly conducive to crochet, I spend most of my crochet time listening to audio books while I work. I would spend every day “reading” and crocheting if I could!

Since starting Heart Hook Home, I have been featured on Country Living, Martha Stewart, in Chickens magazine, Homespun magazine, Wichita magazine, and on Buzz Feed and Little Things. I am thrilled to have reached millions and millions of like-minded fiber enthusiasts!

I have two teenage boys. My oldest son Caden has a rare and severe heart defect, Truncus Arteriosus (type 2), that has required three open-heart surgeries to date, with a probability of more in the future. He is the reason for the “HEART” in Heart Hook Home. My younger son Cameron is a LEGO enthusiast, a Beatles lover, an impressive guitarist, and an avid sports fan.

Be sure to join over 65,000 other fiber and crochet enthusiasts in my Facebook group, Heart Hook Home Crochet Community. Should you wish to get a hold of me or work with me, feel free to contact me or reach out to ashlea@hearthookhome.com.  Again, thank you for visiting, I hope you’ll stay in touch and come back often!

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  1. Yvette says

    Hello my name is Yvette and I've been crocheting for 4 years now. My mom showed me back in '96 but I didn't have the patience lol but since 2017, I've been diagnosed with Cardiomyopathy, sleep apnea also with asthma that I was born with so I truly do understand what you're going through. I now have a defibrillator on my heart for insurance but it has since corrected itself but I'm still at risk. Crocheting helps me focus on more positive things and I get to same way more money on it rather than just buying clothing out of the store. I love your story and the inspiration that you're passing on to women like me. Thank you for being kind enough to open your Heart Hook and Home with us and I am a total fan. God bless you and your family❤️
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  3. Lorraine Mcneil says

    Hi Ashlea. Im trying to finish up the Cold Shoulder Cover Up and have really enjoyed making it. The trouble is Im stuck on the straps. I dont understand the chart. Ive sent you an email yesterday morning, but just thought Id jump on here too, as Im on holiday and Im trying to get it finished before I go home!! Would love to wear it around the pool for just one day at least, after all the hard work. Ha ha. Im not sure if Ive got your email correct, so trying here too. Could you possibly help me understand the number on the chart. Im making a small. Thanks so much. Lorraine
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  4. Tresa Baker says

    Hi Ashlea, First let me say, I'm super frugal (cheap) and I rarely purchase crochet patterns, but I have purchased several of your patterns and found them to be beautiful, practical and easy to follow. I feel that your crochet patterns are what real people will actually wear. I also appreciate the fact that if I have questions on how to proceed in a pattern, you are there to answer our questions via email. Also, if I have trouble figuring out a new stitch (for me) you have videos available on YouTube.
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  5. Becky Mentzer says

    Purchased your Phoenix Swimsuit Cover-up yesterday and just started it. My question is how long of a dowel do I need for all those stitches??? You let us know 3/4" to 1" around but not length. Do you mean literally a broomstick?
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  6. Brandi says

    Hi! I’m finishing up the egg apron (adorable by the way- thank you so much!) and wondering if you mind my selling the finished product?
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Brandi! I am glad you like the pattern! Yes, you are more than welcome to sell what you make from my patterns...I just ask that design credit goes to Heart Hook Home and that you use your own photos. =)
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  7. Linda Kellems says

    I love your website This is the first for me to see I was hopping if you could help me I want to make a Twin blanket for my last granddaughter It has to be pink and white I have been looking and looking for a pattern I can not pick one Granddaughter is 3 1/2 years old I have arithis in my hands I want this to be something special
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  9. Diana Smith says

    Hi Ashlea, I love your patterns, I have made a few of your sweaters including your men's cardigan. I'm waiting to see what next month's pattern is going to be for guy's. But I have a question. What kind of crochet hook are you using in some of your videos that has a silver hook and a pretty blue colored handle. It looks so smooth like it just glides when you crochet. Happy crocheting, Diana
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  10. Karen says

    I have ended up with 3 rows much longer than the rest of an afghan project. I didn't notice until I had it half made and the rest of the rows are nice and straight. My eyesight isn't what it used to be. Could I cut those 3 rows off to even them up ? Thank you
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  11. Laurel says

    Hi Ashlea! I have been crocheting for only about a year now. Learning everything via YouTube videos. I found you there, and love your site and instruction. Very easy to follow and listen to. I loved the video on yarn you did with your friend,, Sarah, I think. You should have her more. Hope you and your children wellness and wealth in the coming years. You have inspired me!!! : )
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  12. Cassandra says

    My son is almost 4 and has HLHS(hypo plastic left heart syndrome). Thank you so much for posting all the links and advice for other heart parents! We need all the help and encouragement we can get. Praying for your family!
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  13. Marsha Kopan says

    I just finished the yoga matt carrier. I borrowed my daughter's yoga matt to use as a photo prop. Her matt has carrying handles built in. Is that the norm? Her matt would not slide into the sleeve. Iused sugar and creme cotton yarn. The measurements of my finished carrier are 14 x 25
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Marsha! Some mats are bigger and/or have handles already...in which case this pattern wouldn't fit as written.
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  14. Kaz says

    Hi ash the jacket /cardigan you have on in the picture on the right of this page do u have a pattern for this I just love it Thanku in advance
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  15. Anneliese says

    I found your Argyl Shell Crochet pattern - and want to thank you. I intend to make a light summer shirt. I hope to finish it for late spring 2022. I watched your very nice und well explained video - and your crocheted samples are also a good help. Thank you again for your work.
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  17. Zubeida says

    Good day I want to try this t shirt yarn Could you please send me all the necessary tips and which products to buy as I'm a beginner.Im looking for a VW beetle or Kombi pattern Thank you
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  18. Sherry Ward says

    Hi! I just found your site today. I'm a grandmother living (and quarantined) in my daughter's nanny suite thanks to COVID-19! I'm looking forward to following you! Cheers!!!
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Theresa! Tester information, along with the application, can be found here: https://hearthookhome.com/be-a-heart-hook-home-pattern-tester/?fbclid=IwAR2_CqLbFxhlvXmhTHnN9eskh9glUpSUWLXL6hr6Njly4pcS7L-J_7l14Tw
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  21. Joyce Blackwell says

    Just found your site and am enjoying the blog for the first time. Downloaded the double sided dishcloth. Looking forward to starting the pattern. Joyce
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  23. Beth says

    I like your patterns. I also am a Kansas girl. Living in Texas at this time but planning to return as soon as we can manage it. Hoping to land in eastern Kansas.
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Phyllis! Yes, I do! If you type "DK yarn" in the search bar on my website, it will pull up a list of those patterns =)
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  25. Marilyn Petroff says

    I think I am already a member of your group. I joined because I live in the biggest city in Kansas. (At least I think it is. ) Several weeks ago you posted a pattern on how to join seam's with 2 stitches. I thought I had saved it and now I can't find it to print it. Could I still get that pattern?
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  26. Laura Lewakowski says

    Love making your snowballs! Thank you so much. I can just picture your boys having a snowball fight. I grew up in Shawnee Mission and moved to Michigan in my late teens. Let's just say I prefer YOUR kind of snowball!
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  27. Jana says

    OMGOSH!!! So happy I found you! Trying so hard to find Amigurumi for beginner. You make it so so clear!! Thank you so much!!
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  28. Jana says

    OMGOSH!!! So happy I found you! Trying so hard to find Amigurumi for beginner. You make to so so clear!! Thank you so much!!
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  29. Sandi Dugan says

    Hello, I purchased the pattern for the dragon tears. fingerless gloves, but I am having a hard time trying to find the black, gray and white yarn that was used in the photo. Can you please tell me what brand it is? Would love to do these for my granddaughter. Thank you
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  30. Marie says

    Hi, I'm Marie and I'm from around KCMO. Now we live full time in an RV, and are Winter Texans. But we always come back to Missouri. Our 3 kids and 2 grands live in MO too. I've been crocheting about 50 years and it's a tradition for me to make afghans for wedding gifts. Enjoying your website and patterns.
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  32. Eden says

    Love your patterns and would just like to ask if they are written in USA crochet terms? Thanks in advance!
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Eden! I am glad you are enjoying my site! Yes, all of my patterns are written with US crochet terms.
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  33. Veronica Coe says

    Hello Ashley This product is no longer a longer available on Amazon, is there another one you can add to your list of products on your amazon page? CUTEHILL 4.2 out of 5 stars 370 Reviews Cutehill Umbrella Swift Yarn Winder, Hand Operated Ball Winder Holder, Knitting Tool, for Swift Winding Lines, Laces, Yarns, Fiber or Other Strings Thank you Veronica
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  35. Joyce Bishop says

    I love this and also that you are a Kansas gal! So am I! I have just retired and decided to learn to crochet too. I look forward to reading your postings.
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  36. Keeley says

    I'm impressed, I have to admit. Seldom do I come across a blog that's both equally educative and interesting, and without a doubt, you've hit the nail on the head. The issue is something too few people are speaking intelligently about. Now i'm very happy I stumbled across this in my hunt for something relating to this.
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  37. Cheryl Wruk says

    I just found your site yesterday, because I saw the Grinch Scarf on Facebook. Was disappointed that it was removed by request of the designer. My future daughter-in-law asked if I would make her one. Is there any way to contact the designer to purchase the Grinch Scarf pattern?
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  38. Carol Vile says

    Hi Ashlea, how are you and your lovely family doing? I sent you a pm with some questions about the 4 hour sweater and a photo, I need a little help and would love to finish my sweater. Thanks, Carol
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  39. Ewa Czapska says

    Hi. I just bought your pattern On Point Poncho. I have a question about size. I am from Poland and dont use sizes S, M, L. Where I can find sizes in centimeter? I am rather big and I dont want too small poncho. I like this pattern very much, it`s awesome! Sorry my language, I`m self-taught person.
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    • joan hooten says

      I am very happy to know you I also am a mother ,grandmother.I enjoy crocheting it help keep my mind off the things of the day .My boyfriend I. I have 2 cats ,a puppy,and 2 horses we love in a small town in Ut
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Marlyn! The printable pdf versions of my patterns can be found for purchase under the Shop tab here on the blog, on Ravelry and on Etsy. =)
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      • Sally Rosen says

        Hello, I’m writing in this response because I can’t seem to get to you any other way. I purchased the baby bomber jacket. As I was getting into it I’m having trouble with the right sleeve where you go from 12 stitches to 7 can’t seem to get it to work can you help. Thank you Sally
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Carrie! Yes, it is a free crochet pattern which can be found here: https://hearthookhome.com/four-hour-fall-sweater-free-crochet-pattern/
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