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Thanks for visiting my page. I'm a knitter, crocheter and lover of all things handmade. Please feel free to dm or email me for custom order enquiries.

02/11/2026

There’s a lot that happens between “I made this” and “someone else can follow this as a pattern.”

That in-between bit is exactly what I’m sharing in my From Idea to Pattern series - the process I use, what I’ve learned, and the steps that help me turn a design into something ready to publish.

And if you’d like the free resources I’m putting together to go with the series, comment RESOURCE below and I’ll DM you the link.
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pattern writing, knitwear design, crochet design, knitting patterns, crochet patterns, grading, tech editing, pattern testing, pattern designer, creative business

25/09/2026

A closer look at the new Handmade by Kunbi Maker Totes…

I wanted these to be roomy, practical and easy to use for all the things we makers carry around with us 😅.

They’re made from heavyweight canvas with a roomy gusset and magnetic snap closure, with plenty of space for WIPs, yarn, notions, notebooks and everything else.

There are three designs to choose from:

✨ Maker - comes in Black & Cream
✨ Just One More Row - comes in Red & Black
✨ Slow Craft Club - comes in Red & Black

…and yes, I’ve been carrying my own WIPs around in mine 😂.

The Maker Totes officially launch on Tuesday 29 September.

So… which one would you pick? 👀

P.S. If you’re on my mailing list, check your inbox 🙌🏽.
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24/09/2026

A closer look at the new Handmade by Kunbi Maker Totes.

I wanted these to be roomy, practical and easy to use for all the things we makers seem to carry around with us 😅.

They’re made from heavyweight canvas with a roomy gusset and magnetic snap closure, with plenty of space for WIPs, yarn, notions, notebooks and everything else.

There are three designs to choose from:

✨ Maker - comes in Black & Cream
✨ Just One More Row - comes in Red & Black
✨ Slow Craft Club - comes in Red & Black

…and yes, I’ve been carrying my own WIPs around in mine 😂

The Maker Totes officially launch on Tuesday 29 September.

So… which one would you pick? 👀

P.S. If you’re on my mailing list, check your inbox 🙌🏽.
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maker tote bag, craft tote bag, knitting project bag, crochet project bag, yarn tote bag, project tote, canvas tote bag, heavyweight canvas tote, knitting accessories, crochet accessories, craft accessories, maker accessories, yarn storage bag, wip bag, knitting bag, crochet bag, slow craft, slow crafting, slow craft club, just one more row, maker tote, gifts for knitters, gifts for crocheters, gifts for makers

19/09/2026

Running a small business alongside a full-time job definitely has its highs and lows 😅

Today was one of those Saturdays spent finally getting to some of the things that have been sitting on my business to-do list for a while!

Would I love to run my business full time one day? ABSOLUTELY! 😂 Until then, we keep moving. 🙌🏽

If you’re building a business alongside a full-time job too, what’s one high or low you would add to the list?

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24/08/2026

🎉 It’s my birthday! 🎉

Today I turn 46 🥳 and, as always, I wanted to celebrate with you lovely lot too. So, all of my patterns on Ravelry and my website are 23% off (link in bio, no code needed)…cos really I’m only 23 years old 😜.

If there’s any of my knitting or crochet patterns you’ve had your eye on, now’s the perfect time to treat yourself to a new project. 💛

Thank you so much for being here, for supporting my designs, making beautiful things from my patterns, and for all the laughs, kindness and encouragement you bring to this little corner of the internet.

Here’s to 46 🥂, more yarn, more creativity, more laughter, and plenty of lovely things still to come.

17/06/2026

My full-time job is pretty full on. It’s dynamic, no two days are the same, and some days are filled with meetings from start to finish.

That means Handmade by Kunbi is often built around the edges of the day - in the evenings, on weekends, and in those little pockets of time in between. And yes, sometimes while I’m on annual leave from work too 😅

It might only be an hour here or there, but it’s amazing what can grow from small moments of consistent effort over time 💪🏽🙌🏽.

Any other makers balancing a creative business with a full-time job?

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20/05/2026

Being creative is beautiful… but it can also be emotional, messy, inconsistent, and deeply personal sometimes. And I personally think it’s important to embrace all of it 🙌🏽🙌🏽.

Which slide resonated with you the most?

20/01/2026

A little encouragement for anyone quietly questioning their creativity. Save it. Come back to it on the days self-doubt gets loud. Keep going.

Share it with a creative friend who needs this encouragement too 🙌🏽.

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