What sorts of things do you offer in your shop?
Hand knit accessories (scarves,hats, belts, etc), many of which are guaranteed to be one-of-a-kind How did you first start selling on Etsy? How long have you been selling? Do you sell anywhere else?
1) I actually discovered Etsy through the Queer Team! Do you guys remember the article that Curve Magazine did about a year ago, where some of you were interviewed - I thought it was awesome, and found Etsy.com and YOU because of it!!! 2) I've been selling for almost a year now - I began last summer, just knitting on my own, but then my co-workers liked my designs so much, they began placing orders left and right, and I moved to Etsy for more visibility (and have met some great people along the way!). 3) I still get face to face orders, but always direct them to make their payments thru Etsy - to keep things organized for me.
BABY DIVA SET - Super Snuggly and Stylish Infant to Toddler Sized Cashmere Wool Hat and Scarf SetWhat are your favorite materials to work with?
I love all sorts of different materials/textures - but my fave is when I have the opportunity to incorporate woven fabric into my knits - it always gives an edgier Knitti -er Gritti -er look (lol)What got you interested in your craft?
I come from a very creative family and have always loved clothing, accessories, and putting my own spin on things - I just wonder what it will evolve into next!
POM POM DAIQUIRI - Shimmery Summer WrapAre there other creative projects you are involved in outside of your work in your Etsy shop?
Everything I do ends up i my Etsy shop :)Besides art/crafty stuff, what else do you like doing in your free time?
Running around after my 3 kids, my lovely lady, and our 2 dogs. Plus I work full time in the banking field.
KISS ME, I'M IRISH - Glistening Green Rainbows Extra Long Medium Weight Spring ScarfDoes your queer identity come into play in your work?
Hmm.. thats an interesting question. I wouldn't say in any OBVIOUS way - While anyone who knows me or reads my profile is made accessible to the fact that I am a Knitting Lesbian (lol) I don't have any rainbow patches on the brim of my hat or the trim of my scarves *wink* Maybe if we wanted to fit a stereotype, we could say that the bright "flamboyant* colors I use are a dead giveaway - but I think that would be kinda silly....
The ROXIE Over-Sized Hat: Refurbish Your Favorite Old ClothesIs there any advice you have for our readers?
Do what you love, take risks, and ENJOY YOURSELF!You can also find
KnittiGritti on facebook!
