Monday, March 16, 2009

True Art in Crochet



I am in awe of my next spot light guest. I've shared that I am new to the hobby of crochet and I love it. You know how you don't really notice a particular car model until you own it and then all of a sudden you see that car everywhere? Well that is how it's been with me and crochet recently. I notice it everywhere and I am strongly drawn to the many creations and artist involved.

I saw my next guest on Etsy and had the immediate urge to check out her shop. She is a true crochet artist. I can only dream of being so talented. In the meantime, I will enjoy looking at her creations and admiring the talent, hardwork and time spent to create each of her pieces.

Li was kind enough to answer a few questions for me today, as I wanted to get to know her a little better and I thought you may be curious as well.

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Your Name: Li Sui (really short, haha, only 5 letters, I still remember that when I graduated from school, my name was the easiest name to find in the booklet)

Location: Toronto Ontario Canada

How did you get started crocheting?: Hm... I learned this from school, actually from my mom first, and tried so many things, then I became a crochet flower person...

How long have you been crocheting?: More than 10 years..:) don't guess my age..

How many hours does it take you to complete a piece?: usually will be 3 days..but I feel I am like a machine, first crochet this part, second. third.....but I love this..

What is your favorite material to crochet with?: so far, yarn, I haven't try to crocheted something else, such as fabric..

What is your favorite color(s)?: I love black, white, orange, green, purple.

Do you use patterns to create your flowers or do you create them on your own?: Well, I don't use pattern, it just like a free-hand crochet. Well, you do need a pattern for some parts, but each of flowers is different.

Do you have any other hobbies?: Yes, Papercuting. http://papercutdiecut.etsy.com. I learned this from my grad-parents...when I was little, I did a lot of project for city, magazine...etc.
You can also view more of her creations here-
http://www.flickr.com/photos/suili/

Thank you Li for sharing with us.

March Happiness Sale

Instead of the usual March Madness - I am celebrating with a March Happiness Sale!
Buy any item in my shop and get another item of same value or less for free. Yes, FREE!!!

Place both items in your cart, don't pay until I send you a revised invoice. You can convo me on Etsy if you have questions regarding this sale.

Sale will last until the end of March or while supplies last.

I have several items that would make great Easter gifts.