from my hook to your home

Handmade, One Stitch at a Time

One-of-a-kind crochet pieces made by hand in Franklin, North Carolina — soft, sturdy, and made to be lived with.

Handmade crochet plushies from Hook Yarn and Tinker Designs
Emma McSween, maker behind Hook Yarn and Tinker Designs

Hi, I'm Emma — the face behind Hook Yarn and Tinker Designs.

Every piece here started as a single loop of yarn and a lot of patience. I make cozy, one-of-a-kind goods right here in the mountains of Western North Carolina.

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Upcoming Events

Catch me at craft markets and pop-ups around Franklin and Western North Carolina.

Saturday, September 26, 2026

Mountain Heritage Day

1 University Dr, Cullowhee, NC 28723, USA

Saturday, October 17 · 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Pumpkinfest

15 Iotla St, Franklin, NC 28734, USA

Proudly Based in Franklin, NC

Find me online anytime — or say hello in person when I'm at a market. Upcoming dates live on the Events page.

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A short note whenever something new comes off the hook — no spam, just yarn.