Affiliate Disclaimer

yarnwren.com is a reader-supported site dedicated to crochet, amigurumi, patterns, and handmade living. Some of the links you find in our tutorials, pattern round-ups, and yarn or tool recommendations are affiliate links. This page explains exactly what that means, how these links affect (or don't affect) what we write, and where you'll find related disclosures across the site.

What Is an Affiliate Link?

An affiliate link is a special tracking link to a retailer or brand's product page. If you click that link and make a purchase — whether it's the exact hook, yarn, or stuffing we mentioned or something else entirely during that same shopping session — we may earn a small commission. This is a common arrangement used by craft bloggers, magazines, and creators everywhere, and it helps fund the time we spend testing stitches, writing patterns, and photographing finished projects.

No Extra Cost to You

Using an affiliate link never costs you anything extra. The price you pay for a skein of yarn, a set of stitch markers, or an amigurumi kit is exactly the same whether you click through our link or type the retailer's address directly into your browser. The commission comes from the retailer's marketing budget, not from your wallet. We think this is a fair trade: you get free patterns, tutorials, and stitch guides, and we get a modest way to keep the lights on.

How We Choose What to Recommend

We know how easy it is to fill a crochet blog with random "shop now" buttons. That's not how we operate. Every product we link to has to earn its place based on relevance to the actual pattern or tutorial, not on which program pays the highest commission. Our selection process generally follows these principles:

• We recommend yarn weights, hook sizes, and materials that we have genuinely used or that reputable crocheters in our network have tested for the specific project.
• We prioritize items that fit the skill level of the pattern — we won't send a beginner toward a niche specialty product when an affordable, widely available yarn works just as well.
• We avoid recommending anything purely because it pays well if it doesn't actually suit the stitch, texture, or amigurumi design being discussed.
• When multiple options exist at different price points, we try to mention that so readers with different budgets aren't left out.

This approach is part of a broader commitment described in our Editorial Policy, which outlines how we research, test, and fact-check the crochet content we publish, independent of any commercial relationship.

Where You'll See These Disclosures

We try to be upfront rather than burying affiliate mentions in fine print. You may see a short disclosure note near the top of a pattern post, within a product round-up, or in a general site-wide notice. For a fuller picture of our commercial relationships, including sponsored content and brand partnerships, please see our dedicated Disclosure page, which works alongside this one to give you a complete view of how yarnwren.com sustains itself financially.

Editorial Independence

Affiliate partnerships never dictate our opinions. If a yarn pills badly, a hook feels awkward in the hand, or a pattern kit is overpriced for what it includes, we say so — commission or not. Our reputation with fellow crocheters matters more to us than any single sale, and readers can always reach out with questions about a specific recommendation through our Contact page.

Patterns, Kits, and Craft Safety

Because our niche involves physical materials — yarn, stuffing, safety eyes, hooks, and small components often used in amigurumi — we remind readers to always check manufacturer safety guidance themselves, especially for toys intended for children. Affiliate links to such products do not replace your own judgment about age-appropriateness, choking hazards, or allergy concerns. General safety reminders like this are also covered in our site-wide Disclaimer.

Related Policies

This Affiliate Disclaimer is one part of a larger set of policies that govern how yarnwren.com operates. You may also want to review our Privacy Policy to understand how any data collected through affiliate or tracking links is handled, and our Terms of Use for the general rules of using this site. If you're a brand or pattern designer interested in working with us, details are available on our Collaboration page.

Questions About a Specific Link

If you ever spot a link you're unsure about, or you'd like to know whether a particular recommendation is affiliated, feel free to email us directly at [email protected]. We're happy to clarify, and we welcome feedback — it helps us keep our recommendations honest and genuinely useful for the crochet community we're building here.