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Collaborations

Trish Hoskin is the designer and author of Crochet Cubies, a professionally published crochet pattern book created in collaboration with Annie’s Attic, a leading name in the craft industry. This full-length collection features cohesive, cube-style amigurumi crochet patterns developed to commercial publishing standards.

The project highlights Trish’s expertise in professional crochet design, pattern writing, and large-scale content development, and reflects her ability to deliver polished, market-ready work for established publishers.

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What makes these patterns different...

Every pattern we create is designed to delight, from the clarity of the instructions to the faithful rendering of each character. We take pride in crafting patterns that makers love to follow and love to share, because quality, nostalgia, and joy are stitched into every design.

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Original Designs

One of Fat Lady Crochet’s most popular original designs, the Mankini Gnome is a playful pattern crafted with the same care, clarity, and thoughtful construction that defines the studio’s work.

Designed by Trish Hoskin and loved by makers around the world, this pattern delivers clear instructions, polished results, and a sense of fun that never sacrifices quality.

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Characters we Love

Recognizable, nostalgia-inspired characters thoughtfully translated into crochet. Each pattern in this collection is designed with care, accuracy, and respect for the original inspiration, creating finished pieces that feel familiar, joyful, and truly special.

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The Giving Collection

Patterns created with purpose. The Giving Collection features designs that support causes close to our hearts, with proceeds contributing to meaningful community impact. Thoughtfully designed patterns that give back, stitch by stitch. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of these patterns are donated quarterly to a charity of our choice.

Pattern Sets

Thoughtfully grouped pattern sets designed for makers who want cohesive projects and exceptional value. Each set brings together complementary designs with the same care, clarity, and finish you expect from Fat Lady Crochet.

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Signature Series

The Signature Series features original Fat Lady Crochet designs - playful, imaginative patterns that showcase thoughtful construction, polished details, and the joy of making something truly unique.

These are premium patterns created to stand on their own, designed for confident makers who appreciate quality, character, and a bit of fun.

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The Farewell Collection

Retiring in 2026 – Last Chance Patterns

A final opportunity to collect select patterns before they retire through 2026. The Farewell Collection honors these designs with intention, offering makers the chance to create, gift, and preserve them one last time.

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Browse the complete collection of Fat Lady Crochet patterns - from nostalgic favorites to signature designs - all thoughtfully created to support confident making and beautiful results.

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About Trish

Fat Lady Crochet is led by designer and educator Trish Hoskin, whose work is known for clear, professional pattern writing and thoughtful character design. With decades of experience in crochet and creative education, Trish creates patterns that respect a maker’s time, skill, and emotional connection to the finished piece.

Each design reflects a commitment to quality, clarity, and nostalgia, so makers can focus on the joy of creating something truly special.

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