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March in Crafts - My First Pop-Up

March in Crafts - My First Pop-Up

March in Crafts - My First Pop-Up

Intro This month has been crazy hectic and went by so fast. Despite that, I got the amazing opportunity to take part in a solo pop-up...

Apr 2, 20222 min read

6 Cheap and Easy Hobbies You Can Start Today

6 Cheap and Easy Hobbies You Can Start Today

6 Cheap and Easy Hobbies You Can Start Today

Hobbies can be expensive. Fear not! There are ways to have fun learning something new for super cheap.

Mar 10, 20223 min read

February in Crafts: Cross Stitching & Twitch Streaming

February in Crafts: Cross Stitching & Twitch Streaming

February in Crafts: Cross Stitching & Twitch Streaming

February was a time of learning for me. I’ve still got a lot to learn about streaming and cross-stitch. Here's how it went!

Feb 28, 20222 min read

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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

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

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

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

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 🫡

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

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

I did it...but at what cost

#crochetersofinstagram #kirbyfanart #kirbyhat

Thank you so much Anime North!

#artistalley #animenorth2025 #torontoartists

Thank you so much Anime North!

#artistalley #animenorth2025 #torontoartists

How to find my booth at #AnimeNorth2025 !

#artistalley #supportartists

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

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

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

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 🐸

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

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?

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! 🎉

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

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!

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 🔥

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 🔥

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

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!

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 ❤️

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 😊

[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

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?

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

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 ❤️

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 ❤️

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

Happy Halloween! I hope you get all the candy you can eat (and even more at a discount tomorrow!)

#etsytorontomade #witchcore #halloweencostume #crochetersofinstagram

Happy Halloween! I hope you get all the candy you can eat (and even more at a discount tomorrow!)

#etsytorontomade #witchcore #halloweencostume #crochetersofinstagram

Last call for witch hats! Today is the last day to make sure yours will arrive before Halloween 🎃

Last call for witch hats! Today is the last day to make sure yours will arrive before Halloween 🎃

Which Powerpuff Girl are you? Get the full set for a discount! Only in the shop until Halloween 🎃

Which Powerpuff Girl are you? Get the full set for a discount! Only in the shop until Halloween 🎃

It's free shipping Tuesday! I don't usually do sales so this is a good chance to grab something from the shop at a discount 😉 Only 1 order gets it so be sure to check my stories each Tuesday in October for the discount code!

It's free shipping Tuesday! I don't usually do sales so this is a good chance to grab something from the shop at a discount 😉 Only 1 order gets it so be sure to check my stories each Tuesday in October for the discount code!

This hat was a stunner when it launched at Ottawa ComicCon 🍳 Would you wear egg beret?

#etsytorontomade #uniquefashion #foodaccessories #crochetersofinstagram

This hat was a stunner when it launched at Ottawa ComicCon 🍳 Would you wear egg beret?

#etsytorontomade #uniquefashion #foodaccessories #crochetersofinstagram

It's spooky time! Limited witch hats are back in the shop🧹 they tend to sell out fast so check them out today!

It's spooky time! Limited witch hats are back in the shop🧹 they tend to sell out fast so check them out today!

A big hello to my new followers! Welcome to the NerDIY club 💃

#crochetersofinstagram #etsytorontomade #smallbusinesssupport #handmadebusiness

A big hello to my new followers! Welcome to the NerDIY club 💃

#crochetersofinstagram #etsytorontomade #smallbusinesssupport #handmadebusiness

Thank you so much @ottawa_comiccon for a great weekend ❤️

It's been a long time since I've done a convention so it was great to be active again, and seeing the love for my work and the work of other artists was a huge motivator 🌱

I can't wait to bring y'all more crafty goodness!

Thank you so much @ottawa_comiccon for a great weekend ❤️

It's been a long time since I've done a convention so it was great to be active again, and seeing the love for my work and the work of other artists was a huge motivator 🌱

I can't wait to bring y'all more crafty goodness!

He's not a crafter but he got the spirit 🫡 big thank you to my helper for doing the most all week ❤️

#artistalley #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #ottawacomiccon2023

He's not a crafter but he got the spirit 🫡 big thank you to my helper for doing the most all week ❤️

#artistalley #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #ottawacomiccon2023

Last day of Ottawa ComicCon let's gooooo ❤️ I don't do events often and I don't know when I'll be tabling again so last chance to buy in person for now!

#ottawacomiccon2023 #ottawacomiccon #artistalley #smallbusinesssupport

Last day of Ottawa ComicCon let's gooooo ❤️ I don't do events often and I don't know when I'll be tabling again so last chance to buy in person for now!

#ottawacomiccon2023 #ottawacomiccon #artistalley #smallbusinesssupport

Hey Ottawa ComicCon! Visit me at table 2714 ❤️

#ottawacomiccon2023 #ottawacomiccon #artistalley #animeconvention #smallbusinesssupport #craftersofinstagram

Hey Ottawa ComicCon! Visit me at table 2714 ❤️

#ottawacomiccon2023 #ottawacomiccon #artistalley #animeconvention #smallbusinesssupport #craftersofinstagram

Just a few days left until Ottawa ComicCon! Which hat are you most excited for?

See you guys there!

Just a few days left until Ottawa ComicCon! Which hat are you most excited for?

See you guys there!

How to find my booth at Ottawa ComicCon 😎 make sure you stop by 2714!

Less than one week left to go - see y'all there!

How to find my booth at Ottawa ComicCon 😎 make sure you stop by 2714!

Less than one week left to go - see y'all there!

*whispers* poyo limited Kirby hats are coming with me to Ottawa ComicCon! Check out booth 2714 ❤️

#smallbusinesssupport #ottawacomiccon2023 #etsyseller

*whispers* poyo limited Kirby hats are coming with me to Ottawa ComicCon! Check out booth 2714 ❤️

#smallbusinesssupport #ottawacomiccon2023 #etsyseller

Eevee hat and more are coming to Ottawa! Save the date - I'm going to be at Ottawa ComicCon this year

What are you excited to see at Ottawa ComicCon this year?

Eevee hat and more are coming to Ottawa! Save the date - I'm going to be at Ottawa ComicCon this year

What are you excited to see at Ottawa ComicCon this year?

❗BIG NEWS❗by popular demand, shipping is now FREE on my webshop and Etsy!

Thank you to everyone that participated in the polls, y'all really help me move forward on this business journey with confidence 💕

Go check it out now 🔗

❗BIG NEWS❗by popular demand, shipping is now FREE on my webshop and Etsy!

Thank you to everyone that participated in the polls, y'all really help me move forward on this business journey with confidence 💕

Go check it out now 🔗

I am the clown and the clown is me 🤡

I found this in my drafts and tell me why I feel so called out by my past self 😭

#crochetersofinstagram #behindthescenes #etsyseller #smallbusiness

I am the clown and the clown is me 🤡

I found this in my drafts and tell me why I feel so called out by my past self 😭

#crochetersofinstagram #behindthescenes #etsyseller #smallbusiness

Egg hat owns my heart 🍳 which one are you choosing?
Check out my Etsy to grab your fav!

#etsyseller #crochetlove #ootd

Egg hat owns my heart 🍳 which one are you choosing?
Check out my Etsy to grab your fav!

#etsyseller #crochetlove #ootd

Froggy beret is now in the shop! Adopt yours today 🐸🐸

With spring in full swing, I think I'd like to try some more colourful or floral designs too! Do you have any suggestions?

Froggy beret is now in the shop! Adopt yours today 🐸🐸

With spring in full swing, I think I'd like to try some more colourful or floral designs too! Do you have any suggestions?

A little something just for fun ❤️

I don't usually do a lot of fanart but I'm working on some for conventions and I had to show y'all this Eevee hat!

A little something just for fun ❤️

I don't usually do a lot of fanart but I'm working on some for conventions and I had to show y'all this Eevee hat!

IT'S HERE! Get the pattern to make your very own adorable sprout hat NOW on my Etsy shop and website 🌱✨

Huge thank you to my pattern testers and helpers ❤️ I'm still pretty new to pattern making but I've gotten some really great advice and I'm lucky to know people who are happy to help out, so thank you and I hope you love it as much as I do!!

IT'S HERE! Get the pattern to make your very own adorable sprout hat NOW on my Etsy shop and website 🌱✨

Huge thank you to my pattern testers and helpers ❤️ I'm still pretty new to pattern making but I've gotten some really great advice and I'm lucky to know people who are happy to help out, so thank you and I hope you love it as much as I do!!

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