life story

  • 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

    Meet the Desinger – Chapter Three
  • 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

    Meet the Designer – Chapter Two
  • 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

    Meet the Designer – Chapter One