Hooks and Needles Crochet Box Review plus Giveaway

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Disclaimer: I was gifted a sample box on which this review is based. However I have not been financially compensated by the supplier, company or the designer to write this review. All opinions expressed are my own and based on my own experiences of using the item / book / pattern. This post does contain affiliate links which means that I may earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through these links at no cost to you.

As a crochet enthusiast, there’s nothing quite like the excitement of receiving a surprise package filled with crafty goodness. That’s why I was thrilled to be gifted a HooksnNeedles.com subscription box, and let me tell you—it did not disappoint!

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HooksnNeedles.com Crochet Subscription Box – Unboxing & Review! A beautifully curated box featuring premium yarn, exclusive patterns, and fun extras.

What is the HooksnNeedles.com Subscription Box?

HooksnNeedles.com is a company which offers a monthly subscription box designed for crochet and knitting lovers. Each box is carefully curated with high-quality yarns, exclusive patterns, and thoughtfully selected accessories to make your crafting time even more special.

Unopened HooksnNeedles.com subscription box – a beautifully designed pink box with a yarn-themed design, ready to reveal its crochet surprises inside.

What’s Inside the Box?

You can choose from a knitting or crochet subscription. While the contents change monthly, here’s what they say you can typically expect:

Premium Yarn – Beautiful, high-quality yarn in various textures and colours.
Exclusive Pattern Booklet – A new and exciting crochet or knitting pattern designed to complement the yarn.
Crafting Accessories – Think scissors, hooks, and other handy tools to make your crafting journey smoother.

Close-up of two balls of Woodland Whisper yarn – a rich teal colour with tweedy nepps, showcasing its soft texture and beautiful flecks of colour.

My First Impressions

From the moment I opened the box, I was pleasantly surprised! I wasn’t sure what to expect, but the carefully packaged items inside were a delight. My box included:

Three balls of Woodland Whisper Yarn, a medium-weight (Aran/Worsted) blend of 97% Merino Wool and 3% Viscose. Two were a deep, rich teal, while the third had a more natural grey hue. Both shades featured beautiful tweedy nepps throughout, which I really loved—tweed yarns are always a favourite of mine!
5mm (US H/8) soft touch ergonomic style crochet hook with metal upper, I particularly like this style of hook for crocheting with.
Vacuumed pack of stuffing for one of the projects should I need it.
Wooden needle case with three yarn needles inside, really loved this gift, I love all wooden things generally so thought this was a beautiful case and the needles are sure to be useful.
Monthly pattern book Three patterns to choose from, they did advise that there wouldn’t be enough yarn for all the projects – but I’ll come on to that…
Special monthly gift: cute pair of gold stork scissors – you can never have too many scissors! I think the monthly gift changes each time which is a nice idea.

Opened HooksnNeedles.com subscription box displaying all its contents, including premium yarn, a pattern booklet, crafting accessories, and surprise extras, all beautifully packaged

I really appreciated all the little extras, which made the box feel like a special treat. The yarn was beautifully soft and squishy, and I loved learning (from the website) that the yarns for the boxes is usually sourced from Italy and Portugal—such a great way to experience yarns I might not have come across otherwise.

The pattern booklet included three projects, each ranked by difficulty: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. I had the option to make a headband, a rabbit lovey, or a basket. The Sailor’s Knot Headband (ranked beginner) immediately caught my attention, as I was curious about how it was constructed. The booklet featured the headband in the teal shade, but I was drawn to the more natural colour, so I opted for that instead. By the time I finished, I still had two full balls of the teal yarn left, which I think would be perfect for making the basket pattern as well!

Subscription Box

When you sign up to receive a subscription box, you’ll receive either a knitting or crocheting box once a month for approx. £27.80 / $35.97 per box. Shipping is free for the first order, and roughly £6.16 / $5.97 for all future boxes. First box ships immediately, with delivery within 2-6 days, then the following boxes ship on the 7th of each month. And if you find it’s not for you, you can cancel at anytime.

Final thoughts

With HooksnNeedles.com it was great to find that the box included pretty much everything I needed to complete any of the project suggestions. I had no trouble following the pattern, and I really enjoyed the interesting construction process. The booklet was full-colour, with helpful images to support the pattern, which I thought was a lovely touch. Each pattern also included a QR code that links to a digital PDF version, perfect for those who prefer to store their patterns on digital devices.

Close-up of the closed HooksnNeedles.com subscription box with the Sailor’s Knot Headband placed beside it, along with some of the included crafty accessories

Overall, I think the HooksnNeedles.com subscription box is a wonderful treat for any crochet or knitting enthusiast. The selection of yarn, patterns, and accessories makes it feel like it would be a special gift each month. It’s a great way to try new yarns and discover fresh project ideas without the hassle of shopping for each individual item. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just starting out, this box offers a delightful mix of high-quality materials and inspiring projects, making it a fantastic monthly indulgence. If you love surprises, this box is definitely one to consider!

Giveaway

I’m so excited to share the joy of these boxes with you! I’ve got one of the Knitting HooksnNeedles.com subscription boxes for a lucky reader to try.

All you need to do to enter the giveaway is either leave a comment on the bottom of this blog post (or on my Instagram post about the giveaway)

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The competition closes on Tuesday 8 April at 7pm (GMT). Winners will be contacted via the email supplied from their comment or by DM on social media and will be expected to provide a full name and postal address to claim their prize. This particular competition is open to the UK only.

I’d like to say a big thank you again to the folks of HooksnNeedles.com for offering this special deal to my lovely KCACO.UK readers!

Good Luck everyone!

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Until next time; keep calm and crochet on my friends xx

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12Nov2024

Sign Ups Open | Little Box of Crochet – Dec 2024

Posted in Crochet, Crochet Kit, Designing by Keep Calm and Crochet On UK

Hey lovelies, I’ve got something special to share with you today that I’ve been desperate to share! I’m absolutely delighted to say that I’m the designer for the December box of Little Box of Crochet! This month’s project has a special place in my heart, as it celebrates my favourite season in a fun and creative way. While I can’t give away all the details just yet, I’ll say that this design is one of my absolute favourites of recent months, and I can’t wait for you to get started on it!

If you’re not yet familiar with Little Box of Crochet, you’re in for a treat! Each box is a monthly dose of crochet magic, featuring everything you need to complete a gorgeous project. From premium yarn and clear patterns to thoughtful extras, each box is curated to surprise and delight. Whether you’re treating yourself or gifting a friend, Little Box of Crochet provides an experience that goes beyond yarn – it’s a little box of joy curated especially for you!

I’ve had the pleasure of catching up with the lovely Justine and Chloe of Little Box of Crochet at this years Carry on Crafting festival—as they’re the fabulous brains behind that crafty event, which has become a staple on my calendar! More recently, we crossed paths again at a Crochet Sanctuary weekend where we were all guests. I finally got to share what I’d made, and if you follow them/me on Instagram, you might have seen fabulously funny teaser reel they made.

© Little Box of Crochet – Example box December 2023

Sign-ups for the December box are open now!

If you are a new subscriber and would like my box you need to sign up before midnight on the 15 November 2024 and you will receive the December box which features my design.

If you are an existing active subscriber, then the payment that went out on 2 November will be for the December box. Please note if you are a subscriber who is currently “paused” or “skipping” you will need to reactivate your subscription by emailing admin@littleboxofcrochet.com.

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After the reveal, and if you want the project but don’t want to subscribe you can still order it as a one off box. The cost for one off boxes is £41.99 plus postage.

Framed Christmas-themed image with festive accents, reading 'Little Box of Crochet December 2024 designer is Heather from Keep Calm and Crochet On UK

If you love the festive vibe of the season as much as I do, then you won’t want to miss this. I’m so excited to share that design with you – make sure you are signed up to blog (below) and / or my mailing list to be the first to see the pattern when it lands!

Until next time folks! Happy hooking, keep calm and crochet on my friends xx

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29Mar2022

Crochet Society Box 35 Designer Reveal!

Posted in Crochet, Magazine by Keep Calm and Crochet On UK

Did you happen to catch the lovely Sara-Jayne (aka Bella Coco Crochet) for the Crochet Society Box 33 Unboxing and Box 35 Designer Reveal that she did on YouTube the other day? Well now the cat is out of the bag I can say I’m very excited to have had the opportunity to design something special for Box 35!

If you’ve not heard about the Crochet Society before, it’s a crochet subscription box, curated by Sara-Jayne, delivered directly to your door every month. In each box there is an exclusively designed pattern book, featuring designs by a range of fantastic designers, a bespoke crochet hook, Typically some lovely yarn and usually some really fun notions and little gifts too.

This month, along side my design, there is also a design by the fantastic Toni from TL Yarn Crafts and another by Victoria from In the Stitch with Vix. We all had the opportunity to chat about about our crochet to the folks at Crochet Society – you can read what I had to say here, and the other designers interviews can be found at the links at the bottom of that page.

I can’t actually tell you about my design for this box, it’s going to be a lovely surprise for subscribers, but I think I can safely say it’s been one of my favourite designs of recent months!

Prices for the box are £21.99 and they ship to most places in the world not just the UK! And if you want to try a box, to see what you think, they have different past boxes (while stocks last) in the Crochet Society Shop. There is also the opportunity to get just the Digital Download for boxes no longer in stock too (for instance Box 13 featuring my little Briar Bunny or Box 17 featuring my Saffi the Squirrel).

Though by subscribing you will receive a box full of lovely crochet fun each month which is something really nice to look forward to! And whether you’re new to crochet, or building your crochet skills, as there are always a range of designs featured in the pattern booklet, not just one, there is something for everyone. Plus there are lots of lots of top tips, tutorials and advice available as a resource on the Crochet Society website

If you are interested in grabbing yourself a Crochet Society box you have until 20th April 2022 to subscribe – and if you subscribe by then you’ll get Box 35 as your first box which features my new design.

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I’m so excited to share that design with you – make sure you are signed up to blog (below) and / or my mailing list to be the first to see that pattern when it lands!

Until next time folks! Happy hooking, keep calm and crochet on my friends xx

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12Dec2018

Three Bears Yarn | The Great British Textile Box Product Review

Posted in Crochet, Crochet Accessories, Pattern Review, Product Review, Yarn, Yarn Review by Keep Calm and Crochet On UK

So recently I was approached by Three Bears Yarns to see if I would like to review their Great British Textile Box. Review a box full of delicious quality British wool…oh go on then I said…you’ve twisted my arm – if you’d like to send me one over, I said, that would be very kind of you…(cue me dancing with glee).

Not long after a fabulously designed box was delivered by my nice postman (all postman are nice that deliver yarn aren’t they!)…

But before I get to the unveiling of the inside of the box maybe you want to know who Three Bears Yarns are and what the Great British Textile Box is?

Three Bears Yarns are a company that originates from the heritage of Blackburn Yarn Dyers founded in 1915. I first became aware of Three Bears Yarns earlier this year and have been following them with interest since then. I love the fact that they are passionate about what they are producing and are keen to put Lancashire (British) textiles back on the map.

I would say Three Bears Yarns are probably best known for their delicious range of 100% cotton yarn on Aran (Worsted), DK (Sport) and 3ply (Fingering) weights which comes in over 70 shades across the weights…

I’ve used some of their cottons for a few projects now for Dear Ewe (the Lime Crush Baskets and Fat Bottomed Rustic Basket) and really liked it and have some more projects coming up in 2019 (so watch this space).

Three Bears Yarns also now offer a range of British Blue Faced Leicester Aran wool (available in eleven stunning shades) and are branching out into filling the Great British Textile Box with other yarn spun in Yorkshire and dyed in Lancashire.

The Great British Textile Box is a monthly crochet subscription box filled with 200g of beautiful yarn that comes complete with a crochet pattern available in both UK and US terms. Each month you’ll receive:

200g of quality British Wool
A unique crochet design to craft
Accessories included

So back to the box…nestled in some turquoise tissue paper were two beautiful skeins of the finest Falkland Merino DK yarn.

It’s unfortunate that this blog isn’t equipped with squidge-o-vision because it’s the kind of yarn that begs to be squished a bit! When I got it out I was delighted by how soft it felt.

Aren’t you always a bit worried when you hear wool – and think scratchy? Not a jot with this Falklands Merino, it’s soft as a cloud! The two skeins were cream and taupe coloured and the pattern design that accompanied the yarn was for the Hannah Hat and Gauntlets designed by Jacinta Bowie.

Now unfortunately I can’t tell you about the pattern booklet as they had run out so I only had an emailed copy of the pattern to work from. But the pattern I had (in UK terminology) was clearly set out and included a chart; there was also a link to a useful video tutorial on how to do the crocodile stitch. However I would say the hat design would perhaps be a bit tricky for a beginner and would be more suitable for an intermediate crocheter.

I decided to make the hat because I fell in love with it! Crocodile stitch is such a fun stitch to do and it makes an amazing texture! The recommended hook size for the hat is a 4mm (US size G) but I really wanted to make the hat for my 2 year old so after a bit of calculating I went down to a 3.5mm (US size E-4).

And the finished hat came out beautifully, just the right size for her head, though if you make the pattern as written it will fit an average size adult head.

Now my toddler, even with bribery, didn’t want to play mummy take photos so I had to improvise to show you the finished hat…yes it is just possible that I have a gin glass as large as a toddlers head…

The pattern does come with instructions on how to make and add twisted cord to add to the bottom of the ear-flaps which I didn’t add just because it was for my little one.

The yarn is just perfect for the design and is a delight to work with; as it was so easy on the fingers it meant I really enjoyed making up this hat and the texture of the finished hat – augh! Isn’t is just awesome!

And one final picture because you just have to see the top of the hat…so clever!

I don’t know if any of the patterns included in the boxes will be available after the subscription boxes at any point (in case you were wondering) but I do have a feeling that all future designs are going to be a match for the yarn so super lovely!

By the time of this post I believe that the December Great British Textile Box, this time with 200g of a Bluefaced Leicester and Masham blend of yarn, will be sent to subscribers soon with another beautiful pattern (also by Jacinta Bowie) of a stunning cushion. So I think there will be accessories, house decor items and other items, for a bit of variety, to crochet with each box.

I think it’s obvious that I loved the yarn and enjoyed the pattern but what I also like about the Great British Textile Box, as far as subscription boxes go, is that the contents are very luxurious, the patterns so far seem gorgeous, and it’s all at a very reasonably priced £21.95 (roughly $31.57) per month. It’s also a great way to learn more about wool yarn blends if that’s something you might be interested in.

For someone who is also a bit unsure of subscription boxes it’s free to cancel any time and Three Bears Yarns also offer free UK postage on all boxes (and also free delivery to other selected countries – see their website for more details)

Many thanks to Three Bears Yarns for supplying me with a box free of charge so I could tell you all about it.

Until next time folks! Happy hooking and keep calm and crochet on my friends xx