I recently chatted over email with Beth Graham, a phenomenal crochet teacher and designer. We spoke about the path Beth took that led her to where she is today, student mindset, and having fun. I've been working through a few of Beth's patterns, including several from her Craftsy class, Fun & … [Read more...] about a chat with Beth Graham
designing friends
a chat with Jill Wolcott
I thought it would be nice to catch up again with Jill Wolcott. I was surprised to find that my Q&A with her was a year and a half ago! Hopefully things will work out soon so we can catch up in person, we email frequently and have regular calls as I also work on her website. Without further ado, … [Read more...] about a chat with Jill Wolcott
a chat with Lysa Hoffman of MakeRuckus Press
Lysa is one of those special friends who I met long ago at a Stephanie Pearl-McPhee book signing. We've kept in touch on and off over the years. Last October at Rhinebeck after commenting to each other's Instagram posts, we properly reconnected (ok, Lysa recognized me and it took me a few days to … [Read more...] about a chat with Lysa Hoffman of MakeRuckus Press
a chat with Ruth Garcia-Alcantud
Last month I sat down (over email) with Ruth Garcia-Alcantud a.k.a. rock+purl, knit designer extraordinaire. So without further ado, let's jump right in: little acorn:Rock+Purl designs are tailored and fashionable ...please tell me a bit about how you go about designing modern looks that appeal … [Read more...] about a chat with Ruth Garcia-Alcantud
a chat with C.C. Almon
Late last month I sat down over virtual coffee with C.C. Almon, a knit designer, podcast host, and retreat coordinator currently living in Edinburgh. So without further ado, let's jump right in: little acorn:You are always busy, it seems like you need all that coffee. What lead you to start … [Read more...] about a chat with C.C. Almon
a chat with Tanja Osswald
Late last month I sat down for a virtual chat with Tanja Osswald, a crochet designer with a unique twist on the technique. Without further ado, let's jump right in: little acorn:Many of your crochet designs do not look like average crochet, what inspired you to explore these … [Read more...] about a chat with Tanja Osswald