I taught myself how to crochet at the age of 12, and dabbled in it & knitting all through my adolescence. By the time I hit college, I was rarely crafting, but with the discovery of Stumble Upon, Pinterest, and other inspirational websites, I realized my love for needlecrafts again. These days, I mostly crochet, but once in awhile I find a great pattern & will search for my needles to knit it up.
I've also played around with embroidery, and would like to hone those skills sometimes soon. I recently purchased a sewing machine & am quickly learning to follow patterns and make more wonderful handmade items. My Etsy shop is very new, but I'm glad to have it finally up and running after a year of wishing. It may seem small now, but the summertime is my favorite time to craft, so be on the lookout for new items daily. http://www.etsy.com/shop/theyarntotell
I love to hear feedback and ideas, so please don't be afraid to send some my way. Some of my favorite creations have been inspired by friends asking for a special design on their item, or simply by the proximity of other creative minds. Also, if you're interested in a custom order, contact me for info. There may be some times during the year [especially between the months of September and May] when I will not be as open to custom orders, but you won't know unless you try! [email protected]
I often post my insights, recent inspirations, and favorite blogs on my own site. It's very informal & I often talk a lot about my life in college & how it is affecting my ability to craft. If you want an early look at what is to come, this may be the place to go. I also post about new recipes or patterns I try & enjoyed, so if you're looking for inspiration, check it out! http://theyarntotell.wordpress.com/