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| Images courtesy of Ana Campos |
How did you get started knitting and dying yarn?
What is the story behind your shop’s name?
What inspires you to create?
I think there are two main elements to the appeal of handmade. The first is connection – it is great to support real people and know that you are buying into their passion. People become invested in the stories of the artisans they support. But beyond that, buying handmade often means being able to buy exactly what you want. Handmade pieces tend to have more character than mass-produced items, and speak to specific niches. And if you can’t find what you want, most makers are happy to take custom requests. There’s something really special about being able to share your vision with an artisan and have it made just for you, even if it’s something as “simple” as a pair of mittens.
What is something people might not know about you?
Be very clear about your business goals, and write a business plan. You should understand if your goal is to ultimately make a living from your business, or if you’re happy doing it on the side. Quitting your day job doesn’t have to be your goal, but you should be clear on what you’re trying to achieve. Once you figure that out, you can write a business plan and set up metrics to keep yourself on track.
Love the name of her shop! Am super impressed with what she has made! I see some Christmas shopping in my future! :)-Ashley
I love these and the idea of sharing with other artists/crafters their passion and work..there is no better way to support their creativity and hard work than by showcasing them like this…if only it would get colder here in my neck of the woods, these would make amazing gifts!! Thank you for stopping by on my SITS day!!
“Bookishly Inspired” is the best tagline on earth. I love Doctor Who, quite obsessively. I’m in Massachusetts too – and your knits are making me feel warm.
Love the name of the business and how you approach it. Those fingerless gloves also look perfect for me during winter in my cold office!
That’s so cool she dyes her own yarn!
I love how Ana started out knitting. Hand dying yarn is so awesome!
And I seriously love the fingerless gloves.
Thank you!
Thank you, I really enjoy the process 🙂
Thank you! Sometimes I wonder if it’s too silly, but people seem to react well to it 🙂
Thank you!! Did you know it’s 18 days til the Day of the Doctor? 🙂
Ack!! Really?? I feel like I’ve been waiting so long! So close..
Thanks Ashley! 🙂