Welcome to 2022! This year we want to encourage, inspire, and empower you to make time every day for crafting. To that end, we're creating Marly Bird's Daily prompts, a calendar for crafters. Each day, we've got a fresh new idea for you. It might be to start a big project, complete a small project, read an inspirational story, order a craft book or new yarn or something else entirely.
January and February 2022 are shown below. However, for all dates after that, we invite you to join our public Google Calendar so that you can receive the prompts daily through that system.
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Saturday, January 1st, 2022
Start a Habit Tracker Blanket
Start the new year off right with a Habit Tracker Blanket. It's similar to a Temperature Blanket. except it's tied to goals that you really care about! In fact, you could begin a habit tracker blanket today to keep track of whether or not you complete each of Marly Bird's Daily Prompts this year! Assign one color for “yes, I did it” and another for “oops, didn't do that one.” Each day, knit or crochet a square or row in the right color. So, if you start one right now, that's a yes for completing today's prompt!
Sunday January 2, 2022
7 Ways to Begin the Crafty New Year
Hopefully you completed yesterday's prompt to start a Habit Tracker Blanket. But if not, you might want to try one of these other ideas for starting the new year off in a crafty way.
Monday, January 3, 2022
Sign Up For Free Creativebug Classes
You can sign up for a free trial of Creativebug classes. These include such a huge array of online art and craft classes. Marly has both knitting and crochet classes on video through this platform, as do many other wonderful designers. This is a great way to get and stay inspired.
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Chck Out Etsy Crochet Patterns
Get inspired by the many different crochet patterns that different designers have for sale on Etsy.
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Pre-Order 2022 Craft Books
There are so many wonderful new knit and crochet books coming out in 2022. Take a look at our roundup of all of the ones you might want to pre-order right now! It will be such a treat to get them in your mailbox throughout the year as each one gets released.
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Read An Inspiring Story!
Get inspired today with this story about a woman and her generations of crochet.
Friday, January 7, 2022
How to Knit M1 Invisible Increase
Learn how to Knit M1 invisible increase with this Marly Bird tutorial video.
Crocheter's who don't know how to knit: Check out BiCrafty Bootcamp: Beginner Knitting Lessons for Crocheters.
Saturday, January 8, 2022
Argle Day!
Today is Argyle Day! Did you know that you can both knit and crochet argyle prints? Here are some free patterns to get you started.
Sunday, January 9, 2022
What Would Frida Do?
Get inspired today when you read this post about the book “What Would Frida Do?” It explores Frida Kahlo's lessons on life, love, and creativity. And we've applied those lessons to your knit and crochet.
Monday, January 10, 2022
Buy Yarn!
Treat yourself to some new yarn over at KnitPicks.
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
CLASS: Learn to Crochet with Marly Bird (9 am)
Sponsored by our friends at I Like Crochet, this free one-hour class is a great refresher course on all things crochet. Expand your beginner crochet skills, build your confidence, or try a brand new hobby.
Back by popular demand, Learn to Crochet is the perfect free class for the new, beginner or the crochet enthusiast who wants to learn from the famous Marly Bird. Plus, you can keep the video forever – all for FREE!
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
Use Your Best Yarn
Go to your stash and pick out your best yarn, the truly luxurious stuff. Begin a knit or crochet project with it! Why should you use your luxury yarn? Learn about the benefits to you here.
Thursday, January 13, 2022
Rubber Ducky Day!
Today is Rubber Ducky Day! Crochet a rubber ducky to celebrate.
Knitters who don't know how to crochet: check out BiCrafty Bootcamp: Beginner Crochet Lessons for Knitters.
Friday, January 14, 2022
Dress Up Your Pet Day!
Today is Dress Up Your Pet Day! What better way to celebrate than to knit or crochet a cute pattern for your pet? We've rounded up a bunch of them.
Saturday January 15, 2022
See Cute Pets Who Love Yarn!
Yesterday was Dress Your Pet Day. Whether you did or didn't, you can't deny that pets love yarn … playing with it if not wearing it! Check out the Marly Bird Team's pets here (along with other designer's cute pets, too!!)
Sunday, January 16, 2022
Learn How to Crochet Linen Stitch or Knit Seed Stitch
These simple stitches are so effective. Learn how to crochet linen stitch in rows or how to knit seed stitch in the round.
Monday, January 17, 2022
Buy Knitting Needles
Treat yourself to high-end knitting needles from Signature Needle Arts. They also have stitch markers, yarn, and other supplies if you're a crocheter who isn't ready for knitting needles.
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Check Out Etsy Knitting Patterns
Get inspired by the many different knit patterns that different designers have for sale on Etsy.
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Popcorn Day!
Celebrate Popcorn Day with an adorable popcorn crochet snuggle sack pattern. (Pattern No longer Available)
Not a crocheter? Just enjoy some inspiration today from this crochet artist.
Thursday, January 20, 2022
Knit or Crochet a Hat
Today is a wonderful day to knit or crochet a hat. Need a pattern?
Here are all of Marly's knit hat patterns. And crochet hat patterns.
Friday, January 21, 2022
Squirrel Appreciation Day
It's Squirrel Appreciation Day and we've got two cute patterns to help you celebrate:
And a knit blanket designed to look like a squirrel (so cute!)
Saturday, January 22, 2022
Instagram!
Visit the Marly Bird Instagram for inspiration! Follow. Leave a comment. Let us know what you love and what you want to see more of.
Love Instagram and want to follow more people? Here are 100 Top Instagrammers in Knit, Crochet and Yarn.
Sunday, January 23, 2022
Newsletter Signup!
Are you signed up for the Marly Bird Insider's Newsletter? If not then you're missing out on lots of good inspiration. Sign up free today.
Monday, January 24, 2022
Buy a Craft Book
Today is a great day to treat yourself to a new knit or crochet book. Marly has print and ebooks for sale through Leisure Arts.
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
Check Out Mary Maxim Patterns
Mary Maxim has such an interesting array of knit and crochet patterns! Get inspired when you check them out here.
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Watch a Crochet Video
Watching videos is a great way to learn more about a craft. Choose one and watch it today! Here are Marly's Crochet Videos.
Thursday, January 27, 2022
Watch a Knitting Video
Yesterday's inspiration prompt was to watch a crochet video. Of course, we are BiCrafty here at Marly Bird, though, so today watch one or more knitting videos here.
Friday, January 28, 2022
Learn About Mindfulness Crafting
Both knitting and crochet can be very therapeutic crafts. Many people say that the meditative or mindful nature of the repetitive stitching helps reduce anxiety, improve mood, and relieve stress. Here are some mindfulness crochet exercises; you can apply them to knitting as well.
Saturday, January 29, 2022
Become a Marly's Minion!
Are you in the Marly's Minions Facebook group? If not, join now!
If you are, come leave us a post about your most recent project!
Sunday, January 30, 2022
Get Cozy!
Learn how to maximize the coziness of your knitting and crochet when you read this post.
Monday, January 31, 2022
Knit or Crochet a Bag
Get out your yarn and crochet hooks/ knitting needles to make yourself a new bag today.
Here are all of Marly Bird's Crochet Purse Patterns to get you started.
And here are ten free knit bag patterns.
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Start Crafting for Valentine's Day
There are so many fun things to knit and crochet for Valentine's Day including accessories, clothing, home decor, and gifts. Check out over 100 patterns.
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Join the Crochet Swancho CAL
During this four-week crochet-along we're making a super cozy crochet swancho. There are giveaways and other fun. Have you joined us?
Thursday, February 3, 2022
BiCrafty Bootcamp Live!
Join BiCrafty Bootcamp: Free Beginner Crochet Lessons for Knitters … join us live on YouTube tonight for our lesson.
If you already know how to crochet, you can still join and work on the projects with us! Or you can check out the lessons we have online for BiCrafty Bootcamp: Beginner Knitting Lessons for Crocheters.
Friday, February 4, 2022
Follow Friday!
Come on over to Instagram and tag our most recent post with the knit and crochet accounts that you think we should follow!
Saturday, February 5, 2022
Get COZY CAL eBook
It's not too late to get the Cozy Collection eBook. Three designers created a comprehensive set of designs that teach you new stitches and techniques for cozy accessories. After tomorrow, this ebook doesn't exist anymore, so GET IT TODAY.
Sunday, February 6, 2022
Read a Craft Book
Have you seen our book review of Sutton Foster's “Hooked: How Crafting Saved My Life?”
Check it out.
Monday, February 7, 2022
Try Planned Pooling Crochet
Planned Pooling is such a great crochet technique. And it's easier than you might think.
Learn more here.
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Take a Hat Knitting Class
Sponsored by our friends at I Like Knitting, this free one-hour class is the perfect introduction to knitting hats. Using jumbo yarn and an easy stitch pattern, this hat is truly for absolute beginners!
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Join the Crochet Swancho CAL
During this four-week crochet-along we're making a super cozy crochet swancho. There are giveaways and other fun. Have you joined us?
Thursday, February 10, 2022
BiCrafty Bootcamp Live!
Join BiCrafty Bootcamp: Free Beginner Crochet Lessons for Knitters … join us live on YouTube tonight for our lesson.
If you already know how to crochet, you can still join and work on the projects with us! Or you can check out the lessons we have online for BiCrafty Bootcamp: Beginner Knitting Lessons for Crocheters.
Friday, February 11, 2022
Follow Friday!
Come on over to Facebook and tell us about the knit and crochet accounts that you think we should follow!
Saturday, February 12, 2022
Start a Craft Journal
There are so many different options for craft journals and craft planners. Check some out here.
Sunday, February 13, 2022
Game Day Make-Along!
Join us all day today for a Game Day Mystery Make-Along – crochet and knit patterns both available. Giveaways and more!
Monday, February 14, 2022
Happy Valentine's Day
It's not too late to craft something for someone for Valentine's Day. Even if it's just for yourself. Check out over 100 patterns.
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Learn to Crochet Class
Join us on February 15 and learn how to crochet with Marly Bird! Sponsored by our friends at I Like Crochet, this free one-hour class is a great refresher course on all things crochet. Expand your beginner crochet skills, build your confidence, or try a brand new hobby. This is a previously-recorded class taught by the famous Marly Bird.
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Join the Crochet Swancho CAL
During this four-week crochet-along we're making a super cozy crochet swancho. There are giveaways and other fun. Have you joined us?
Thursday, February 17, 2022
BiCrafty Bootcamp Live!
Join BiCrafty Bootcamp: Free Beginner Crochet Lessons for Knitters … join us live on YouTube tonight for our lesson.
If you already know how to crochet, you can still join and work on the projects with us! Or you can check out the lessons we have online for BiCrafty Bootcamp: Beginner Knitting Lessons for Crocheters.
Friday, February 18, 2022
Follow Friday!
Subscribe to the Marly Bird YouTube channel.
Saturday, February 19, 2022
Start a New Knitting Project
Here are my knitting patterns for you to start something new.
Sunday, February 20, 2022
Happy Cherry Pie Day!
Here are two cherry pie patterns to check out:
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Monday, February 21, 2022
Get a Craft Book From Your Library
Support your local library and enjoy crafting by checking out a new knit or crochet book today.
Here are some new titles.
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
Learn to Knit Class
Back by popular demand, this free one-hour class is a great refresher course on all things knitting. Expand your beginner knitting skills, build your confidence, or try a brand new hobby. This is a previously-recorded class taught by the famous Marly Bird.
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Start a New Crochet Project
Here are my crochet patterns for you to start something new.
Thursday, February 24, 2022
BiCrafty Bootcamp Live!
Join BiCrafty Bootcamp: Free Beginner Crochet Lessons for Knitters … join us live on YouTube tonight for our lesson.
If you already know how to crochet, you can still join and work on the projects with us! Or you can check out the lessons we have online for BiCrafty Bootcamp: Beginner Knitting Lessons for Crocheters.
Friday, February 25, 2022
Follow Friday
Saturday, February 26, 2022
Get Ready for Polar Bear Day!
Tomorrow is Polar Bear Day. Check out free knit and crochet polar bear patterns.
Sunday, February 27, 2022
Happy Strawberry Day!
Check out strawberry knit and crochet patterns.
Monday, February 28, 2022
Make Your Own Craft Calendar
Make your own daily calendar of craft goals for March! We will have our calendar, too, but plan to set a small goal for yourself each day to kick off spring with lots of crafting!
We hope you enjoy Marly Bird's Daily Prompts. By devoting even just a little bit of time to your craft each. day, you can go a long way creatively. You deserve to give yourself this time.
Whenever you complete one of these prompts, let us know on social media. Post in the Marly's Minion's Facebook Group or tag us on Instagram @themarlybird #marlybird #marlybirdsdailyprompts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marly Bird's Daily Prompts all about?
So here's the thing… Marly Bird's Daily Prompts is basically a calendar filled with fresh ideas for crafters each day! It's all about inspiring you to make time for your favorite hobby, whether that's starting a big project, finishing a small one, or just diving into some crafty inspiration.
How do I get the daily prompts for the whole year?
Honestly… the prompts for January and February 2022 are right here on the page. But for all the dates after that, you'll want to join our public Google Calendar so you can get the prompts delivered straight to you each day. It's super easy to sign up!
Can I use these prompts to track my crafting goals?
Yes! That's a fantastic idea, actually. You could totally start a Habit Tracker Blanket and use different colors to mark if you completed the daily prompt or not. It's a super visual way to see your progress throughout the year!
What if I'm new to knitting or crochet?
No worries at all! The prompts often include links to tutorials and classes specifically for beginners. For example, there are links to BiCrafty Bootcamp, which is perfect if you're a crocheter who wants to learn to knit, or a knitter who wants to learn crochet. So much fun!
Where can I find more inspiration or new patterns?
Oh, you're in luck! This page is full of links to all sorts of goodies… Etsy patterns for both knit and crochet, new craft books, yarn shops like KnitPicks and Mary Maxim, and even classes. Plus, there are links to Marly's own patterns and videos!
