Hi Everyone! I’m Francine K. Medina here, the creator of Crochetmind.com.
My crochet journey started early. It was only possible because my incredible grandma always sent me home with the warmest, coziest handmade afghans.
When I was only 8 years old, she taught me the basics of crocheting. Although I didn’t quite get the hang of it then, those early lessons ignited a creative spark that has never dimmed. I remember my project being crocheting a magic ring in 2010. It was difficult for me, but I nonetheless.
When I was an adult, I re-learned crochet and prioritized mistakes. Though a lot of errors occurred, I always took lessons from many crochet books,
as if 10~20~30 Minutes to Learn to Crochet ~2000, First Time Crochet: The Absolute Beginner’s, and Crochet for Beginners: A Stitch Dictionary also especially from my grandmother.
Now, I’m working towards becoming a certified crochet instructor, and I can’t get enough of crochet.
I started Cochetmind to create a resource that’s super easy for beginners and advanced to understand. I aim to use high-quality images and well-organized tutorials to make learning crochet frustration-free.
I want to help new crocheters feel confident in making great projects and enjoy creating with their own hands. This is just the start! I’m excited to keep growing this community and share the joy of making it with more people.
Some Personal Information About Me
🐶 Dog Lover at Heart
I absolutely love keeping dogs. My puppy’s name is Cruz, and he means the world to me. He’s a simple foodie—he only enjoys meat and bread.
❤️ Loyalty Comes with Love
Anyone who shows genuine affection to my puppy automatically earns my loyalty. My mother lovingly takes care of him and often bathes him using shampoo.
🧶 Crochet Community Enthusiast
I am an active member of several crochet-focused communities, including Outstanding Crochet, My Hobby Is Crochet, and Free Crochet Patterns, where I both share and learn.
📘 Sharing on Facebook
I regularly showcase my crochet creations in my Facebook group, connecting with people who share the same passion for yarn and handmade art.
🌐 Learning Across Platforms
I stay active on Reddit, Quora, and Pinterest, where I comment, learn, and exchange ideas. I’m always eager to expand my knowledge about crochet.
🎥 Quiet Creator on YouTube
I also run a YouTube channel to share what I learn. Although I have a fairly attractive appearance, I’m camera-shy—so you’ll find very few photos of me there.
