Hi, I’m Sharlene
I’m the Scandinavian crochet designer behind YippieYarnYay.
If there’s one thing I never get tired of, it’s crochet 🧶 I love wearing it, designing it, talking about it, and writing about it. What started as a deep love for yarn and hooks turned into a place where modern, wearable crochet feels easier, more stylish, and far more fun to make.
Here at YippieYarnYay, the focus is simple: modern crochet patterns, beginner-friendly tutorials, and wearable designs you’ll actually want to make and wear (Check out all my free crochet patterns)
That means cozy cardigans, trendy crochet tops, beautiful sweaters, practical accessories, and step-by-step support to help each project feel doable from the very first stitch.
What YippieYarnYay is all about
YippieYarnYay was created for crocheters who want more than patterns that just look pretty in photos.
This is a place for free crochet patterns, clear tutorials, helpful guides, and crochet projects designed for real life. The goal is to help beginners feel less overwhelmed, help growing crocheters feel more confident, and make modern crochet clothing feel far more approachable.
Many crochet lovers want stylish pieces they can wear again and again, but too many patterns feel confusing, too vague, or harder than they need to be. That’s exactly what YippieYarnYay works against.
The aim is to create crochet patterns that are:
- easy to follow
- modern and wearable
- fun to make
- helpful for beginners and confident beginners
- clear enough that the process feels enjoyable, not frustrating
A little more about me
I’m a big green tea lover and slightly nerdy about brewing it properly, so yes, a temperature-controlled kettle absolutely has a place in my kitchen ☕
I also love baking muffins and cookies. They’re not always picture-perfect, but they disappear fast, which says enough 🍪
And while I love the idea of peaceful beach days, real life with small kids can make that look a lot less calm than imagined. Still worth it 🏖️
That mix of cozy creativity and real life is part of what shapes YippieYarnYay too. Crochet does not need to feel stiff or intimidating. It can be beautiful, relaxing, practical, and genuinely fun.
What you’ll find here
On YippieYarnYay, you’ll find a growing collection of:
- free crochet patterns
- modern crochet cardigans
- easy crochet tops
- wearable crochet sweaters
- beginner crochet tutorials
- crochet guides and printables
- helpful tips for learning how to crochet with confidence
Whether the goal is to make a first cardigan, find an easy crochet pattern for beginners, or build a handmade wardrobe one project at a time, there is something here to support that journey (Check out all my free crochet patterns)
New to crochet?
If crochet still feels brand new, start with my guide on How To Crochet for Absolute Beginners.
If crochet terms and abbreviations feel confusing, the free Crochet Stitch Abbreviation Guide makes it much easier to understand common stitches across multiple naming systems.
And if planning projects sounds more appealing than forgetting them, the Ultimate Crochet Planner is a great place to start.
Why this site matters to me
The best part of designing crochet patterns is not only creating them. It’s seeing someone else make them, wear them, and feel proud of what they made with their own hands.
That is what YippieYarnYay is built for.
To make crochet feel more possible.
To make modern wearable pieces feel easier to create.
And to give beginners and growing crocheters a place that feels clear, inspiring, and genuinely helpful.
Thanks for being here.
Sharlene
Founder and designer of YippieYarnYay