Sunday Spotlight: Montana.Crochet
To celebrate the release of the Ridgeline Wrap - coming March 1 - I am focusing today’s Sunday Spotlight on the ever incredible, insanely talented Ashley of @montana.crochet ! Please enjoy this review and then be sure to check out Ashley’s Instagram and Shop.
RIDGELINE WRAP KITS GO LIVE IN THE SHOP MARCH 1 AT 8 AM PST/9AM MST! Set your reminders!
♡ The Colors of the *Squish* ♡
Ashley is the QUEEN of handdyed yarn colors. She has found a way to master literally every single colorway. She has mastered your BRIGHTS, your neutrals, your deep rich tones, and more. Every time I see a new colorway, I audibly gasp. The subtle variations in each skein give the colors so much depth and beauty. You can tell that every skein is made with love and attention. Photos of her yarn are the best way to convey how much of a color expert Ashley is, so here are some of my favorite shots from my collection to show Ashley’s color range:
These gorgeous bright colors are from Ashley’s 2020 winter advent collection, and they are all stunning!
A beautiful collection of tweed neutrals ♡
And some more neutrals… y’all know I’m privy to neutrals ♡
Deep rich reds and oranges.
These gorgeous, unique teals.
These photos honestly don’t even begin to show off the range and depth of Ashley’s colors. Please check out Ashley’s grid to get a sense of what I am talking about, because no single photo will do it justice!
♡ The Smell ♡
Yep, you read that right. One of my favorite things about Ashley’s yarn is the SMELL! If you know, you know. If you don’t know, try to get your hands on at least one skein that you can stuff your face into anytime you need a pick me up.
Ashley has actually told me how she makes it smell so good, but I haven’t yet obtained the product she uses because there’s just something so special about her yarn being associated with this smell. I want to maintain that connection. I don’t even know how to describe it, you just have to smell it to believe it! ◡̈ And don’t take my word for it, just check out how many people mentioned the smell below too! I promise, I did not prompt them to say that! It’s truly that magical.
♡ The Projects ♡
One thing I love about Ashley’s yarn is that it works up beautifully in every single project. Her yarn really has a way of making projects SHINE. I have mostly used her yarn for shawls and wraps, but single skeins also make for amazing mitts, socks, and beanies! And, I am actually using three skeins right now to work up my first garment, a sweater! I cannot wait to show that off soon.
Designs pictured below include: The Front Range Scarf by @baahumble; the Three Forks Shawl by @montana.crochet; the Iris Mitts by @mavencrafted; the Tauriel Socks by @mavencrafted;, the Summer Romance Wrap and the Crosswinds Wrap by @littleredknits; the Tunisian Fade Shawl by @montana.crochet; the Twilight Fade Shawl by @by.stephanie.erin; and the Equinox Wrap by @mavencrafted.
♡ The Community Loves Her Too! ♡
Don’t take my word for it! Here’s what others in the fiber community have to say about Ashley’s yarn:
@celticwintercomforts: “Ashley’s yarn is stunning! You can feel the love that goes into each skein!”
@baahumble : “So much to love! Ashley’s colors are so saturated and deep, and the squish (and smell!) is unmatched.
@wildmtncreative: “Her colors are amazing. I have over 50 minis because I need all of her colors. Perfect squish!”
@marniel_d: “The smell!! And all of the colors. Ashley is one of the few dyers I would buy every colorway from.”
@cotlynscrochet: “I love the way she dyes her yarn. The colors blend so well!”
@emilyprocraftinates: “The colors are SO VIBRANT and have a beautiful sheen to them!”
@kirynskreations: “The smell and squish feel like a hug for your soul even before it’s a FO ♡ And her colourways are swoon-worthy.”
@cosmic_crochet_creations: “By far some of the best colors. Ashley can dye anything to your color inspo and I love that!!”
@happyvalleystitches: “You can tell how much care and love goes into each skein. It’s true art.”
@ashnodice: “The colors are so rich & they all feel so warm, it’s like getting a hug just looking at them.”
@jennyanne234: “Those rich colors. ♡♡”
@lscrochetdesigns: “I love that the colors are so deep, rich, and vibrant!”
@thecraftpenguin5: “Her colors are absolutely gorgeous!”
@1dogwoof: “The freshly laundered smell!”
@lighthousecrochet: “The squish is real but the smell is beyond amazing!”
@silvermakercrafts: “Whenever I see her yarn I instantly know it’s hers. She’s one of my favorites for sure.”
@warmtheheartofwinter: “Most amazing yarn and colors are beyond all that!! My favorite for sure!”
@hookedbychrisho: “Best advent. Epic fades. MOST DELISH AND SMELLY GOOD WITH BEAUTIFUL COLORS.”
@knotbadbritt: “It smells amazing.”
@lanorranskye: “Love it!”
♡ Ridgeline Wraps ♡
And now, for the project that inspired the blog post - the RIDGELINE WRAP. This is a crochet shawl designed by Ashley herself. Each beautiful wrap uses up three of her amazing colorways. This design works up quickly and contains a multitude of crochet stitches, keeping you engaged and excited the entire time you’re stitching. And the best part about this pattern is that Ashley is offering TWELVE kits in her gorgeous yarns so you can be sure to make your favorite version! Be sure to check out her shop right at 9 AM MST on Monday, March 1, because Ashley’s yarn has a tendency to sell out fast. Here is a preview of the amazing versions that will be available:
Pictured from top left to bottom right: @the_yarn_goddess; @oneofakate; @yarnoverfloyd; @knotbadbritt; @shellbelles.stitches; @cosmic_crochet_creations; @montana.crochet; @baahumble; @lscrochetdesigns; @thecajuncrafter; @adventuresinfiber; @theskeiniac
I can’t wait to see which version you all choose!
Also make sure to check out Kate of @oneofakate’s YouTube channel for a special vlog all about the making of the Ridgeline Wrap! Check out the video on March 1!
Well, I think the yarn and the designs speak for themselves… Ashley is a pure, magical, yarn wizard who deserves all of your money! Be sure to follow her so that you always know when the next shop update will be, because she sells out FASTER AND FASTER each time! I can’t wait for you all to get your hands on some of this squishy goodness, and to experience that divine smell for yourself. ◡̈
Thank you for reading this review! Stay tuned for more reviews through this Sunday Spotlight series.
