Matt Spiers
Digital Assistant, Gathered
Matt Spiers is a crochet artist and designer who has been overseeing Gathered's crochet section since it's launch. He previously worked as Digital Assistant for Simply Crochet magazine and is our in house video editing pro. What started as a hobby a decade ago led to Matt developing a passion (and then a career) with crochet. As well as still regularly writing and designing for Simply Crochet magazine, Matt is a crochet artist in his own right, having displayed and created crochet installations at festivals and fibre events across the UK.
Recent articles by Matt Spiers
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22 best crochet kits in 2024 for beginners & pros
From crochet kits for beginners to entertaining projects for experienced crocheters, everybody loves a fun crochet kit!
Stop right there: TikTok has found the one gadget every crocheter or knitter needs, and it'll blow your mind
"What a life and a time saver"
The best gifts for crocheters in 2024 — browse our 20+ fabulous present ideas
Want to get your hooky friend something they'll really use? Take a look at the best gifts for crocheters and find that perfect present!
Have a creative Christmas with 2024's best Christmas knitting & crochet kits
Hooks and needles at the ready – DIY your decorations this Christmas with our favourite Christmas knitting kits and Christmas crochet kits!
Hooked on crochet? Here's 15 of the best crochet hooks and where to buy them in 2024
With so many different types available, we take a look at some of the best crochet hooks and crochet hook sets that are available online!
Master bedroom ideas to add style to your sleeping space
Deciding how to decorate a master bedroom can be overwhelming. We’re here to help you embrace your inner designer with our master bedroom ideas.
Discover Christmas decorating ideas for every room in the house!
Impress your guests and discover plenty of inspiration for how to decorate for Christmas this year.
How to make a DIY fall wreath
Use fresh or dried foliage to make a lovely DIY fall wreath to celebrate the change in seasons.
Have you seen the amazing new Lego advent calendars for 2024?
Build up the family’s excitement for Christmas with a fabulous Lego advent calendar!
Save time with 9 of the best knitting machines to buy in 2024
Let technology take your stitches to the next level with a knitting machine!
I tested the xTool F1 Ultra laser engraver and was blown away by the technology!
The new xTool F1 Ultra makes laser engraving quick and accessible to both crafters and small businesses
Christmas countdown! | Yarn advent calendars for 2022
You've been good all year, so why not count down to Christmas with a brilliant yarn advent calendar?
Light up your sewing space with the new Daylight Slimline 4 Lamp
See every stitch and complete your sewing projects in comfort with the Daylight Slimline 4 Lamp.
24 of the best Christmas amigurumi patterns
Have a merry ami Christmas with our pick of the best Christmas amigurumi patterns, including plenty of free amigurumi Christmas patterns for you to try!
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43 crochet Christmas gifts for every age!
You don’t have to spend loads on presents this year, not when you can make your own special Christmas crochet gifts!
How to make a crochet advent calendar
Hook up a special crochet advent calendar that will bring joy to the family year after year!
21 best amigurumi crochet books
From delightful dolls to adorable animals and even food with faces, you'll find loads of inspiration in our list of the best amigurumi books!
Make your Christmas cooking more cheerful with our Christmas kitchen decor ideas
Cook up a festive feast in style with these fab kitchen Christmas decor ideas.
30 of the best Halloween decorations for 2024
Get ready for spooky season with our scarily good ideas for Halloween decor 2024.
100+ Crochet Christmas Decoration Ideas
It’s time for festive fun with our huge selection of free crochet patterns for Christmas! From crochet Christmas decorations to wonderful gift ideas, this is your go-to crochet Christmas hub.