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Shawls, Lagoons and Prosecco: Our Crochet Retreat in Italy

A look back at our Venetian Shawl Crochet Retreat in Italy: six days of puff stitches, a boat trip on the Marano lagoon, Venice by train, prosecco and ten women who arrived as strangers and left as friends.

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Venetian Shawl Crochet Retreat in Italy

Six days in Friuli and Venice: puff-stitch shawls by the pool, a boat trip on the Marano lagoon, Venice with a local guide and prosciutto in San Daniele. This retreat is SOLD OUT, but you can join the waitlist for Italy in autumn 2027.

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Threads & Tiles and Everything In Between - Crochet Retreat in Ericeira, Portugal

Six days in Ericeira, Portugal: granny squares, azulejo-inspired bags, ocean air and six women who felt like old friends by the very first evening. Here’s how my first crochet retreat went.

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Crochet Retreat with Jolly Lizard in Ericeira, Portugal

Join me at O House in Ericeira, Portugal, for my very first crochet retreat: a week of chart reading, a bag designed especially for the retreat, coastal hikes, a colorful castle, wine tasting and real time together around crochet.

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Hi, I'm Olena

a mom, long-time crocheter, and the heart behind Jolly Lizard. I’ve spent years turning my love for yarn into designs that feel joyful, modern, and full of personality. Through my patterns and videos, I want to make crocheting simple, relaxing, and inspiring – something that brightens your day and reminds you how beautiful handmade can be.