Hilary Duff Embraces Crocheting as a Creative Escape Amid New Music Era

Hilary Duff is adding a new skill to her ever-evolving repertoire — and this time, it involves yarn and a crochet hook.

The 38-year-old singer and actress revealed in an interview with i-D, published Wednesday, February 18, that she has recently taken up crocheting as a way to unwind and stay grounded, particularly after performing.

When asked what she currently considers “cool,” Duff offered a refreshingly simple answer: “An early bedtime and a great night’s sleep. Or a facial. I’ve started crocheting too.”

The hobby, she explained, became especially meaningful following a recent concert. “My body was telling me I had to do something with my hands, so I did that,” said the “Mature” artist. “So far, I’ve made a hat and a scarf.”

Finding Balance After Decades in the Spotlight

Duff first rose to fame in 2001 as the title character in Lizzie McGuire, quickly becoming one of Disney Channel’s most recognizable stars. Since then, she has built a multifaceted career spanning television, film, music and fashion.

Looking back during her i-D interview, Duff reflected candidly on her professional journey.

“I’m so happy where I landed,” she shared. “I’ve had a lot of career highs and lows, and not all of them were so public.”

Despite her long-standing success, there were moments of uncertainty. “There were times when I was really scared I wasn’t gonna get a job again, or if anybody out there cared,” she admitted. With hindsight, Duff said she might have approached certain choices differently. “I’d probably say no more often than I did, and have faith.”

Ultimately, she prioritised her personal life over professional pressures. “I also chose my family. I’d take all of the lulls, and the phone not ringing, for them,” she added.

A New Album and a Personal Reflection

Duff is now stepping into a new musical chapter with her sixth studio album, luck… or something, set for release on Friday, February 20. She will also embark on the Lucky Me Tour in support of the album.

The project marks a significant milestone, including her first single in a decade, “Mature.” The album is executive produced by her husband, Matthew Koma, who also co-wrote the lead single — making the record both a professional and deeply personal collaboration.

In a recent cover story with Glamour, the “Come Clean” singer opened up about the emotional themes behind her new music. One track, she revealed, reflects on a past relationship.

“It’s definitely about a relationship that I had. It was very brief with someone older than me, and that was not illegal, but inappropriate when you have this much time removed from it,” she explained.

Addressing public speculation about her personal life, Duff added, “Everybody speculates, but I’m not sure they got it right…. I think that it’s super nuanced and it’s hard to defend certain things that have happened in my life.”

Having worked professionally since the age of 10, Duff acknowledged the unique challenges of growing up in the public eye. “Working as an adult since I was 10 years old, it’s very hard to have relationships with people your own age,” she noted.

A Grounded New Chapter

From performing onstage at Voltaire at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas to attending Milan Fashion Week, Duff continues to balance glamour with grounded simplicity. Her new hobby may seem small in comparison to sold-out shows and major album releases, but it reflects a broader theme in her life — intentionality.

As she prepares to launch luck… or something and reconnect with fans on tour, Hilary Duff is embracing both the spotlight and the quiet moments in between — one stitch at a time.