I learned to crochet before grade school and haven't put my hook down since.

I love to travel, am totally into black licorice, can sometimes win at Scrabble, and I once did 10 push-ups!

• 2009-present: Salena Baca Crochet
• 2012-2016: Design Wars Challenge, Founder
• 2014-2017: Happily Hooked Magazine, Content Coordinator / Director of Relations
• 2014-2016: The Pattern Pack, Founder / Editor
• 2015-present: American Crochet Association, Founder / Lead Educator
• 2018-2020: Yarnpreneur Academy, CEO / Lead Yarn Lover
  

Hi there, I’m Julie!

I’m a southern California based crochet designer, blogger, author, yarn hoarder, and beach bum.

I strive to create patterns for crochet goodies that you’ll love to both make and wear, and I have a talent for making awesome video tutorials.

• Ravelry shop - check out my pattern inventory!
• Blog - click on over to find articles, tips, patterns, and more!
• YouTube - Patterns, stitches, techniques, and some fun vlogs... come watch them all!