My mom taught me to crochet over thirty years ago and it has been an important part of my life ever since. It’s been there to help celebrate the good times (making presents for family and friends) and help get through the bad (keeping me grounded or providing a welcome distraction from my worries). In 2012, I took up designing patterns for my blog, Squirrel Picnic (now retired), and within a few years I was designing for magazines as well.

During the day I work as an editorial assistant for a scientific journal, but in every spare moment, you’ll find me with hook in hand, working on my next big idea. I love dreaming up new designs, learning new techniques, and figuring out how to bring it all together to create something you will enjoy.

And I want you to get more than just a finished product out of my patterns. To me a special part of crochet is the crocheting itself. Whether the pattern challenges you to try something new or master a difficult stitch, provides you with a meditative break from your everyday stresses, or allows you to whip up gifts for family and friends, I want you to have enjoyed the experience. I take great care in creating patterns that are easy to follow.

I love connecting with people who are passionate about this craft. Contact me here or on YouTube, Ravelry, or Etsy to say ‘hi’ or to share what you’ve made. It’s such a thrill to see what you create with my patterns.

Happy stitching,