crocheting was introduced to me by keiko. she had made this handkerchief, with crocheted mushroom embroidery. it was so simple yet so beautiful. i was inspired to learn.
keiko has always been a friend that showed me new and different things. she has such great taste. she knew how to appreciate the little details.
my mother had worked at a knitting factory as a child. it was her very first job. she was 8 years old and she made sleeves. she is the only one in her family that knows how to knit and crochet. when i was a kid, i remember how she would make various things for our family and the house. my mom made her own patterns and i have a sweater vest she made about 23 years ago.
it never occurred to me to ask my mom to teach me to knit or crochet. i taught myself through the youtube videos and other random diy videos. slowly by trail and error, i taught myself to read patterns and though i still have lots to learn, i am proud to say i can knit and crochet.
i think when we take the chance to create our own things, we are empowered.
i was introduced to arielle de pinto by a close friend. i was inspired to make my own jewelry with crocheting and knitting. and by chance, i also found langoliers. i love being inspired by people and beautiful things. i hope one day my creations will inspire others to do the same.
on april 2, i have donated 2 of my own pieces to raise funds for japan.
please come out, support local art and help japan.
