Designer Notebook
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Designing Bright Bear
The crochet pattern for Bright Bear has been released after years of development. Initially created in 2018, the design underwent redesigns for better proportions and color choices. The final bear used Hayfield Spirit DK yarn, capturing a summer vibe. The… Continue reading
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Designing Jelly Bean Bunny
A description of the creative process of making a character named Jelly Bean Bunny, inspired by a doodle. Using yarn, I created a simple bag charm and experimented with colors. Although the design evolved, they plan to share the final… Continue reading
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Designing Albie the Frog
Albie, a beloved resident of the Isle of Neverwas, is a retired explorer who runs a guesthouse in Slumber-on-Sea. He embodies a gentlemanly spirit, complete with a top hat. The creator reflects on designing Albie, compared to earlier character Floyd,… Continue reading
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Meet the Designer – Chapter Five
The author reflects on four transformative years as a head of year in a secondary school, emphasizing the importance of joy and hope over happiness. Through experiences with colleagues and students, they clarify their values and develop a vision for… Continue reading
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Meet the Designer – Chapter Four
In Chapter 4, the narrator reflects on leaving teaching for a community project, realizing it was a mistake after two weeks. Amid COVID, they learned valuable skills while volunteering but felt overwhelmed. Choosing to take a break, they focused on… Continue reading
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Meet the Desinger – Chapter Three
In 2017, I reassessed my creative pursuits and discovered my storytelling superpower through a meeting with Ann English. Her advice to document my ideas helped me streamline my focus, leading to the successful launch of Travelling Ava’s website and my… Continue reading
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Meet the Designer – Chapter Two
The author reflects on how a pair of clock-faced buttons inspired a transformative journey. Starting with the handmade jewelry business Ava Kitsch, they navigated various opportunities and challenges, experiencing personal growth and embracing creativity. Throughout, they learned to manage their… Continue reading
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Meet the Designer – Chapter One
Sam Osmond shares her journey as a crochet designer and educator, reflecting on her path from aspiring archaeologist to becoming a business studies lecturer. After five years in teaching, overwhelming pressures and mental health challenges led her to reconsider her… Continue reading
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