Hi, I’m Sofia!

The maker, hooker, and yarn-hoarder behind Loop & Twine — your cozy corner for free crochet patterns and beginner-friendly tutorials.

Sofia, founder of Loop and Twine

Nice to meet you

I’m Sofia, and I’m obsessed with crochet.

I’m a crochet designer and pattern writer based in New Mexico, USA. What started as a rainy-afternoon hobby has turned into a full creative obsession — and honestly, I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

I built Loop & Twine because I know how frustrating it is to find tutorials that actually make sense. Every pattern I share here is tested, photographed, and written the way I wish someone had taught me.

Whether you’re picking up a hook for the first time or you’re an experienced crocheter chasing your next project — you belong here.

Based in New Mexico, USA Hook of choice 5.0mm Favourite stitch Granny Square Always crocheting blankets
— Sofia

How It All Started

A few years ago, a YouTube rabbit hole introduced me to my very first granny square. By the end of the week I had burned through three skeins of yarn and covered my entire couch in wonky little squares — completely hooked (pun fully intended).

The learning curve was real. I spent hours hunting tutorials that made sense, rewinding videos, and untangling more yarn than I care to admit. I promised myself that when I finally felt confident, I’d create the resource I wished had existed from day one.

That’s Loop & Twine. A place where every stitch is explained, every pattern is tested, and every beginner is welcomed with open arms — and open hooks.

What You’ll Find Here

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Free Patterns

Tested, step-by-step crochet patterns — always completely free, no strings attached.

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Stitch Tutorials

Clear breakdowns of stitches from the very basics to beautiful textured techniques.

Beginner Guides

Starting from scratch? These guides walk you through everything with zero overwhelm.

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Crochet Roundups

Curated collections of the best patterns, ideas, and inspiration for every skill level.

Sofia’s Favourites

Favourite StitchThe granny square — classic, versatile, endlessly satisfying.
Favourite YarnA chunky merino — soft, fast to work up, and so cozy.
Favourite Project TypeBlankets — they take forever and I love every single minute.
Hook I Reach For Most5.0mm — works beautifully with so many yarn weights.
Best Crochet TipCount your stitches at the end of every row. Every. Single. Row.
Currently Working OnA cosy autumn throw in warm terracotta tones.

Let’s Make Something Together

Browse the free patterns, pick a stitch tutorial, or start from the very beginning — whatever you choose, I’m so glad you’re here.

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