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Name:
Sarah Shrimpton
Location:
West Sussex
Occupation:
Mum/Blogger/Crochet-lover
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When did you first start knitting / crocheting and where did you learn?

I started to crochet just before Christmas 2010; we had relocated to Sussex the year before and I had given up my career in teaching to be a full-time mum. I was in desperate need to keep my brain active and so decided to learn a new skill. I decided on crochet and armed myself with a few good books and taught myself.

Can you remember the first thing you made?

Yes- a penguin toy for my son. He loved the Octonauts (children's tv prog) but there was no merchandise available, so I made him a set of the characters.

Who are your favourite pattern designers and celebrity knitters & crocheters?

Lucy from Attic24 blog- a constant source of beautiful crochet designs
Ana Paula Rimoli- amazing amigurumi patterns.
Debbie Stoller - her books taught me to crochet.
Erika Knight- beautiful, modern crochet designs. I love her styling.

What are your favourite things to stitch and do you have a favorite item you've made?

I really am a lazy crocheter. I love quick, easy makes, so toys are one of my favourite things to crochet.

What music/podcasts/TV shows do you love to stitch along to?

Totally depends on my mood. I love to listen with Radio 4's 'Woman's Hour' if I'm working in the morning. At other times I like to catch up with TV shows I've missed during the week. I love a gritty police series, or costume drama.

Do you do any other crafts and what are your hobbies?

I enjoy making jewellery and enjoy selling at local craft fairs. I'm also learning to knit, which is a slow process as I'm so busy working on new crochet patterns!
Mostly, I enjoy spending time with my kids and the Mister. We enjoy being out and about exploring the beautiful countryside where we live.

Sarah Shrimpton
Crafts
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  • false Bags
  • false Hats
  • false Shawls
  • false Jewellery
  • false Socks
  • false Toys
  • false Homeware
  • false Blankets
Others
Cowls (x)

What's your favorite...

TV Show
QI
Band
Mumford and Sons
City
Brighton
Movie
Elf (makes me cry with laughter EVERY time)
Book
Tess of the Durbervilles
Color
Blue
Yarn Brand
Rico
Places To Knit/Crochet
at home, on my comfy chair