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Mid Year Check-In + Recapturing My Creativity

Well, we’ve officially hit July and amidst the summer celebrations barbecues and suffocating heat waves, it hits me that we’re already over halfway through the year. Looking at the goals I set in January, I was a lot more optimistic about my productivity than I feel right now. I’m sure it’s no surprise but I’ve been quite absent from the internet over the last 6 months. Despite what seemed like very easy goals, it’s been a struggle to keep up. Was it the winter blahs? Februar

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It's time to get creative again, lads. Let's figure out this art thing together

Read about how I'm starting my creativity journey on my blog!

#artjourney #craftersofinstagram #artblock #artblogger

This year, I want to focus more on progress and consistency, and as a bonus - punch cards!
What's your goal for 2026?

#2026goals #craftersofinstagram #crochetersofinstagram #smallbusinesstoronto

How to find my booth at @torontogameexpo? Follow my lead!

#artistalley #torontoartists #torontogaming #tge2025 #crochersofinstagram #torontogameexpo #smallartistsupport

Visit my booth at @torontogameexpo for crochet goodies 🥰

#TGE2025 #torontogaming #crochersofinstagram #torontoartists #artistalley

See you in 2 days at #TGE2025 !

#torontogaming #torontogameexpo #artistalley #smallartistsupport #torontoartists #gamingcommunity #tge

Ya boy is gonna be at #tge2025 this weekend with some never-before-seen goodies! Be there or be square 🫡

How do I like to wear a crochet beret? Let me show you with a quick tutorial!

#crochetberet #howtowearit

I did it...but at what cost

#crochetersofinstagram #kirbyfanart #kirbyhat

Thank you so much Anime North!

#artistalley #animenorth2025 #torontoartists

How to find my booth at #AnimeNorth2025 !

#artistalley #supportartists

Tomorrow is Anime North!! Here's how to find me at Table 339!

#artistalley #animenorth2025 #casualcosplay #supportartists

Tariff-free vibes when you see me in person at Anime North! May 23-25 at Table 339!
#animenorth2025 #artistalley #supportartists

I think I just solved the Eevee hat! You can grab the new and improved version at Anime North May 23-25!
#crochetinspiration #crochettips #crochersofinstagram

Huge thank you to my pattern testers @stiztches and @purpleartyanne! Froggy beret pattern coming soon 🐸

Help me test the pattern for this crochet froggy beret! To apply ⬇️ All experience levels welcome 🐸

To apply: just comment that you'd like to test and your experience level! Tagging and sharing is appreciated but not required

Requirements:
🐸 Please have a public account with some of your previous crochet projects or able to send images of your past projects.
🐸 Please be able to finish in 2 weeks (by March 31)

This project can be a little challenging for beginners but not impossible! I value feedback from people with all levels of experience so all are welcome to apply ❤️

#crochetpattern #patterntesting #crochettestercall

I'm working on a new pattern! You get to vote - which of these 4 should I make the pattern for next?

What's your 2025 goal?
It's been a while, and I'm slowly getting back in the groove of crafting and posting after a hectic second half of 2024. Thanks for your patience y'all, and Happy New Year! 🎉

I wish I filmed more at Anime North but this social media thing is hard 🥲

#artistalley #AnimeNorth2024 #smallbusinesssupport

Huge thank you to all of you who came by my table at Anime North 🥰🥰 I don't get to do many conventions so it's always a busy but fun time when I do.

I appreciate everyone who stopped by to chat and appreciate what I do and all of you who decided to stick around as well! Special shoutout to my table neighbours @congee.draws, @0sei6 and @iambittythings for being so talented and so sweet and sharing snacks with me 😂 please go check em out!

Day 2 of #AnimeNorth2024 let's gooooo! Come find me at table 207 🔥

Less than 1 week left until Anime North! Come find me at Table 207 near the Pro Plaza 🔥

Which beret is your favorite?

#crochetersofinstagram #handmadefashion #cutecore

I'm excited to be going to @animenorthcompass May 24-26!! What are you most excited to see?

I'll be bringing hats, earrings, patterns, and more all made by yours truly ❤️ see you all there!

Guess what just launched in the shop? Super excited to finally launch this pattern. Thanks for your patience, everyone! And HUGE thank you to my pattern testers as well ❤️

[APPLICATIONS CLOSED] 🍳Help me test this crocheted egg beret pattern!

To apply: just comment that you'd like to test and your experience level! Tagging and sharing is appreciated but not required ❤️

Requirements:
🍳 Please have a public account with some of your previous crochet projects or able to send images of your past projects.
🍳Please be able to finish in 2 weeks (by March 14)

This project can be a little challenging for beginners but not impossible! I value feedback from people with all levels of experience so all are welcome to apply 😊

Actual footage of me at conventions

#crochetersofinstagram #smallbusinesssupport #smallbusinesstoronto

I'm trying not to be too ambitious this year but I'm feeling pretty confident about my progress. What are your goals for 2024?

Thank you all for supporting my lil shop! I'll see you in 2024 🎉

#crochethat #smallbusinesstoronto #etsyshop

That's a wrap on 2023! Thank you everyone for your support and I hope to bring you bigger and better things in 2024 ❤️

🍳Egg beret is finally available in the shop!! Grab one today ❤️

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