Back in 2009 I started this blog. You can see the first post here. I didn't quit my job until March of 2010. I've now been a full time professional knitter for a little over 2 years. I have learned a lot during this time and had a good time doing it.
I've had several comments about the improvement in my writing skills. I didn't even know when I started the blog that I like to write!
I've spoken at a number of events, developed many hours of teaching material, taught more frequently and tested selling products and patterns at several events.
I collaborated with another designer on a plus size pattern collection that will be published soon.
I established a professional group for knitters here in Toronto which has been a great deal of fun and has allowed me to learn about the business from an amazing group of knitters.
Happy Blog Birthday! I really enjoy reading your blog!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! You're inspiring and I've loved reading your blog over the last couple of years :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations for taking the plunge and trying to make a living at what you love. I read your blog regularly and find it very inspiring but also very sobering about the realities of trying to be a professional knitter. It only increases my admiration for all those amazing designers/spinners/dyers etc who work so hard for their craft and to enable the rest of us to enjoy it as well.
ReplyDeleteHappy blogiversary! I love your blog and enjoy reading about your evolution as a writer, and the discoveries you've made along the way.
ReplyDeleteYour interviews are amazing. Thank you for putting so much work into your posts!
Happy Blog Birthday. As a friend who has watched this blossom from the beginning - congratulations and best wishes for many more! Wanda
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