Monday, April 12, 2021

15 Blog Post Ideas for Crochet Bloggers

 
 

Constantly creating content for your crochet blog can sometimes be not only tiring and frustrating but daunting as well. More often than not, you are struggling with ideas of what to write about so as to keep your blog content fresh, interesting and engaging.

Blogging for more than a decade has gotten me into a very specific routine when it comes to creating blog content. I generally try to post three times a week, which means I have to have content prepared well in advance. I have a monthly schedule where I write down what I will post on a particular day ( I try to post on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays), and mainly stick to the plan. Of course, this being one woman's show, many times posts get shuffled around for one reason or another, like for example, I haven't finished working on a piece, or it didn't turn out the way I imagined it so I have to redo it, the day was not good for taking photos, my model (daughter) was not available for photo-shoots, or life got in the way. 

When it comes to content creating, I generally stick to the above list. These can be broken down into many other categories / topics, so you'll see there are more than these 15 generic ideas. 

As a crochet designer I constantly add new patterns/ crochet design ideas, so that #1 is what keeps my small business going and most of the content is oriented around that.

I rarely post unfinished work on my blog, but people love seeing what other crocheters are currently working on, so you can show your WIPs as well as your studio / workplace. If you are like me, you'd love to peek into people's studios for inspiration. 

I always post sneak-peeks of my collections to kind of build interest in what is coming next. 

The topics that are sure to generate you more traffic and audience is sharing trends in crochet (bobbles being quite a rage recently), crochet tips, tricks and techniques, roundup of free patterns and tutorials. From my experience, posting roundups has attracted mind-boggling traffic, as people not only love free patterns, but they also love to (re)share them. As I said before, the topics for these can be broken down into several (sub)categories: home decor (pillows, wall hangings, rugs, etc), holiday crochet (Halloween, Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving), accessories (neck, arms, head), etc. 

I have never met a crocheter who doesn't love to look at new yarn, admire color combinations and think of future projects. Share your newly acquired yarn with ideas what you are going to make with it. Yarn organizational / storage tips and ideas are always appreciated. 

Another very productive way to gain new followers and increase traffic is collaboration with another crochet designer, whether in a form of a guest post or interview / feature. Next, write about your favourite crochet magazines and what you love about them. Always post if you have been featured in one. 

Aside for the blog ideas posted in my list, I use several I haven't mentioned above, which come out sporadically but are very effective, and those are the following: How to read crochet charts, Crochet on the Runway, What I Have Pinned Lately, Crochet Inspiration/ Mood Boards, Last Minute Gifts, Mix & Match


I hope you find this post inspirational and I would love if you could share your  blog content ideas in the comments.

17 comments:

handmade by amalia said...

I'm always interested to peek 'behind the blog' and found this very interesting. I don't really have a pattern for my own posting, it is the craft I'm working on at the moment and the poem that goes with it. I sometimes mix things up and add book reviews. I've been trying a short story format on instagram, not sure where I'll go with it.
Amalia
xo

Maya Kuzman said...

Thank you for sharing Amalia! Your blog content is what makes you stick out from the crowd, and I love your crafts and poems!

Julie's Creative Lifestyle said...

Thanks for sharing this helpful blog post Maya. I love all of the beautiful crochet content you share with us.

Maya Kuzman said...

You are so kind Julie, thank you so much! Your visits and comments are greatly appreciated! Hugs!

Alhana said...

Thank you for sharing these tips, Maya! I am always curious how others schedule and tasks lists look like. For a while I tried to make my blog work like this until I found out it wasn't fun for me anymore. Even took a picture of my desk to share before discarding the idea, it was such a mess! Now I post whenever I have something interesting to show without any pressure.
Keep up the good work! I am always looking forward to read your blog posts. :-)

Lalka Crochetka said...

it is this same with me and it was very nice to read how you work on your blog :)

Sheltie Times said...

Great tips.

Maya Kuzman said...

Thank you so much Alhana! Bloggers tend to differ when it comes to creating content and that is what makes each and everyone interesting and unique. I love your blog and hope to see more of your stunning creations! xxx

Maya Kuzman said...

Thank you for your visit Lalka!

Maya Kuzman said...

Thank you so much Sheltie!

Kim said...

It was interesting to read the machinations behind your lovely blog, Maya. You are very organised, but then I suppose you would have to be as a crochet designer who runs a business. As for my blog, it is much more relaxed in that I only post when I have some pretty to wax lyrical about. I am that blogger where weeks can pass by without a word from me.......probably a good thing.=)

Dee | GrammysGrid.com said...

Great ideas!! Thanks so much for linking up with me at the Unlimited Link Party 24. Pinned!

My thrift store addiction said...

Such pretty ideas! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!

Dee | GrammysGrid.com said...

CONGRATS! Your post is FEATURED at my Unlimited Link Party 25!

Maya Kuzman said...

Thank you so much Dee!!! Hugs!

PatsyG said...

I truly enjoyed reading some of the information on your blog. I am just starting my crochet blog and I hope that it is as successful as yours.

Maya Kuzman said...

Thank you so much Patsy! That is so kind and sweet of you! I am sure it will be! Crocheters are a very special kind of people, who give in all their heart amd soul into their crochet, so there's no doubt in your success! All my best to you!