My first introduction to fiber arts was when I was around eight years old. I would stay with my grandmother on the ranch whenever my darling granddad went out of town. I have the fondest memories of staying up late watching Saturday Night Live while my grandmother coached me on the intricacies of crochet. It is something we did together for many years and is a bond we still share today.
After some time the idea of crocheting endless squares and afghans began to bore me and I lost interest for a while. I tried many other crafts in between but nothing ever really stuck. When I was away at college and missing home I pulled out my crochet bag and picked up where I left off. I also began to get more interested in the idea of knitting.
My interest in designing came before my love of knitting. Not long after I got married I was overwhelmed by a desire to make vintage inspired clothes that would work on my 5′2″ curvy frame. I bought myself a sewing machine and spent the next few years learning the ins and outs of garment construction. I was working as a part time seamstress and designing children’s clothes on the side when I happened upon a “how to knit” booklet and a pair of baby blue aluminum knitting needles in a thrift store for a quarter. It was kismet. I took them home in a flush of excitement, pored over the instructions, and practiced over and over until I knew I’d gotten it. That following Christmas I asked for nothing but knitting supplies.
My love of this craft is an all consuming one that paired with my love of fashion led me to designing. I am particularly fond of vintage styles and old Hollywood glamour. I draw my inspiration from the world around me; popular culture, movies, music, literature, history, and other cultures. I have had designs featured in Knitty and MagKnits and have designed for Shokay.
I am most fortunate to be married to my college sweetheart and we have two beautiful daughters who are my world. We live on the Texas Gulf coast in a house that has been overtaken by yarn, but I refuse to let the heat or lack of proper winters spoil my knitting.