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Featured Members ~ Anel and Carlene of Imagine Yarn Finds

4/4/2018

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Our shop is called Imagine Yarn Finds and we opened in 2016.
We have been crocheting and creating art since childhood and became more serious about it in the last 5 years. ​
​I remember visiting my grandma and she helping me to fix my attempt at crocheting a granny square sweater that I was trying to do for school. My obsession with natural yarn when I got older, guided me back to the art of crocheting.
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Lalylala dolls, amigurumi stuffed crochet doll
​We love the new trend in fashion where a single crochet item rounds off the modern look. Our focus is on unique items made of natural fibres and elements. We make unique wet felted bags for the modern woman who needs a statement piece to complement her style. We needle felt hand dyed mohair and wool locks on these bags. Leather handles complete these functional beauties. 
We offer handcrafted wooden crochet hooks to the trendy crocheter who believes in the comfortable feel experienced when natural yarn is worked with a hook made of wood. Our hooks come with a felted bag to keep it protected.
​To finish off the collection, we make the perfect crochet doll for that special little one in your life. Each doll has its own personality and will steal your heart.
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Quirqie 3.5 mm handcrafted Mulberry crochet hook
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Quirqie 4.5 mm handcrafted Acacia wood crochet hook
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Quirqie 3.25 mm handcrafted crochet hook
​www.facebook.com/imagineyarn/
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Handcrafted Rosewood shawl pin
We were avid buyers long before we opened our shop. Etsy provided us with that unique gift that was perfect for the special people in our life. And that drew us to Etsy as the platform where we want to share our unique products with the world. Its amazing be surrounded by other artists on Etsy. 
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Felted turguoise handbag wth dyed mohair locks
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Featured Member ~ Breanna of BnBz Boutique

3/5/2018

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Introduce Yourself: ​  My name is Breanna and I live to create. Visual arts, writing, cooking, and event planning are a few of my passions. Energy drinks are my guilty pleasure and I have a cat named Nagini. ​
​What is the name of your shop and how long have you been open?  
BnBz Boutique and 6 months.
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Tooth Fairy Art Psychedelic Decor
How long have you been doing your craft?  I have always been creative. As a teenager, I spent lunch time in the school art studio, developing my own unique style. I spent hours experimenting with visual art mediums. When my shop first opened I decided to learn wire jewelry making to expand my skillset. ​
How did you get started?   The birth of my son inspired me to follow two of my biggest dreams: starting my own business, and pursuing my artistic abilities. I NEVER expected these two dreams to collide! Etsy was the perfect match. ​
Where else can people find you online?    I sell exclusively on Etsy. I can also be found on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest. My email is bnbzboutiqu3@gmail.com. ​
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Green Swirl Earrings
What do you like about selling on Etsy?  The community behind Etsy keeps me coming back. The forums, teams, groups on Facebook and other social media, and YouTube channels, make learning and connecting with other makers so easy. ​
What brought you to Etsy?  I have been on Etsy for about 10 years as a buyer, so it was the first place I thought of when I decided to give my art business a shot. ​
What's been your best Etsy experience?  I sold three orders in one day! These were my first three sales and they went off without a hitch. One of them was a custom psychedelic commission, which made me super proud (she pre-paid!). I couldn’t have asked for more friendly or supportive clients. ​
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Wire Wrapped Jewelry / Bird Necklace
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Silhouette Cat Art
Is there anything else you would like to share with us about your shop or yourself?  My psychedelic artwork encourages everyone to show off the parts of themselves that can’t be put into words. Each piece is designed completely from my imagination! I try to offer different sizes/prices so there is something for everyone.
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Featured Member ~ Klaryza Calligraphy

2/1/2018

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Freehand calligraphy quote art
Introduce Yourself: ​  Hi! I’m Klaryza, I’m a self-taught calligrapher based out of Saskatoon, SK. I create items from cards, home décor art pieces, to customized items for weddings. I’m a wife and a mom, and I spend most of my free time on my family and learning more about calligraphy.
What is the name of your shop and how long have you been open?  My shop is called Klaryza Calligraphy.  I have been open since 2015, so about 2 years.
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Greeting cards folded card with envelope
How long have you been doing your craft? ​  I started lettering when I was 15 (back in 2003), but rekindled my interest in 2015.​
How did you get started?  My dad had a book all about different lettering styles and in 2015, I saw a post on Instagram about modern calligraphy. That’s when I decided to re-learn lettering.
Where can people find you online?  
I have an Instagram account: @klaryzgraphy
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as well as a facebook page: 
www.facebook.com/Klaryzgraphy
What do you like about selling on Etsy?   ​It’s very easy to use, and my page looks professional without any hassles. The community is great, and I can reach a lot of audience through Etsy.
What brought you to Etsy?  I have seen from an Instagram account that they sell their handmade products on Etsy, and so I decided to check it out. ​
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Freehand calligraphy quote art
What's been your best Etsy experience?  Best experience for me was when someone contacted me for a big custom order. Most of my orders are customized and I like making them because it means a lot to the customers.
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Freehand calligraphy quote art
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Freehand calligraphy quote art
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Freehand calligraphy bookmarks with watercolour
Is there anything else you would like to share with us about your shop or yourself? ​  I am currently working on improving my photos and adding more listings to my store, in order to better showcase my items. ​
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Wood signs
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Featured Member ~ Karlieh of The Concrete Plant

12/14/2017

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Introduce Yourself: ​ ​ I'm Karlieh. I am a full time university student who enjoys creating in my spare time! This shop is my newest creative endeavor. ​
​What is the name of your shop and how long have you been open?  The Concrete Plant. I've been open since February of 2017.
How long have you been doing your craft? ​ I started working with concrete shortly before opening my Etsy shop (only a couple months). ​
​How did you get started? I had something specific in mind I wanted for my home, but in order to get it for myself, it was only viable for me to make a shop out of it. 
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Concrete Candle Holders / Set of 3
Where can people find you online? ​  I currently sell on Etsy only. I have an Instagram account as well (@TheConcretePlant).
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Metallic Rose Chrome / Geometric Concrete Planter
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Geometric Concrete Planter / Metallic Copper
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​What do you like about selling on Etsy?  I've always loved browsing the many amazing shops on Etsy. It feels awesome that I finally have my own shop! I enjoy being able to make items that other people love too!

​What brought you to Etsy?  I don't really remember not knowing what Etsy was. Even as a child I would browse through the many pages of items I hoped to some day purchase. 
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​What's been your best Etsy experience?  I was absolutely impressed with how helpful and happy the Etsy community is. Besides that, I love hearing back from my customers. ​
Is there anything else you would like to share with us about your shop or yourself? ​  I've always been a creative person. My craft gives me a chance to be creative in my everyday life (as my education doesn't involve much creativity).
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Icosahedron / Dodecahedron / Air Plant Holder / Candle Holder /
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Decorative Rocks / Black Rock / Small Craft Stones / Fairy Garden Gravel / Miniature Pebbles
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Featured Member ~ Gail of Soap Cutts

11/3/2017

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You Smell So Good Soap
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Citrus Spice Soap
Introduce Yourself: ​ Hi! I'm Gail Cutts- soap artisan who loves all things natural!
What is the name of your shop and how long have you been open? ​  My shop- Soap Cutts Handmade Soap has been open for just over a year
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Soap Saver, Soap bag, Scrubbie
​How long have you been doing your craft?  How did you get started?  I think:) I've been making soap for 8 years but have collected recipes and bought Handmade Soap for some time! I was mentored by a good friend who makes soap. She was a great resource to answer a bazillion questions:) 
Where can people find you and your products?   ​I sell my product at the Saskatoon Farmers Market so customers are directed from my Facebook page directly to my Etsy site. I also sell from my Instagram account too. ​
​What brought you to Etsy? Selling on Etsy is like having my own personal assistant who manages my online store! I love it! 
What do you like about selling on Etsy?  As a small business owner Etsy let's me hone my craft and it takes care of the online details. I was motivated to sell online with Etsy and thanks to Erin Pell's encouragement I was happy to promote my business through Etsy .
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Lavender, Sage and Cedar Soap
What's been your best Etsy experience? I don't have one significant Etsy experience but know each interaction is an opportunity to connect with the larger community who support locally handmade products. I'm a people person so love sharing my interest in natural soap products.
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Summer Spice
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Soap Dish made of rocks and shells
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Bay Rum, Tangerine and Ho Wood Shaving Soap
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Featured Member ~ Leanne of Byond the Looking Glass

10/3/2017

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Genuine Crystal drop earrings in gold and silver
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6mm Gemstone Stacker Ring
​What is the name of your shop?  Byond The Looking Glass (Gems)
​How long has your Etsy shop been open?  I opened my shop at the end of May last year- a 30th birthday to challenge to share my love of gems with the world!
​How long have you been doing your craft?  I've been creating my own pieces for years for myself, friends and family, but finally decided to start selling them to the public last May after MUCH encouragement from my lovely sister.
​How did you get started?  I suppose you could say I started as a five year old girl in gumboots picking "Gems" out of the back alley and bringing them home for my collection. I've always loved Gems, but started crafting them into jewelry when I was always so disappointed in the market- it seemed like there was no such thing as affordable, quality hypoallergenic gemstone jewelry. So I started making my own :)
​Where can people find you online?  I have a Facebook page and Instagram account filled with my up to date designs @ByondTheLookingGlassGems
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Mantra Mala
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Gemstone Stacker Bracelet
What do you like about selling on Etsy? ​  What I love about selling on Etsy is being able to create the "custom" experience for my fans without the cost of custom pricing! At shows, I can only bring what I've already made, but through Etsy people can truly connect with and order the stone they were looking for and have it featured in almost any design!
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Pearl and Herkimer Diamond Layered Wedding Necklace
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Roots & Wings Handstamped Saskatchewan Wanderlust Gemstone Necklace
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Crystal Quartz Slice charm lariat gemstone necklace *customizable charm*
​What's been your best Etsy experience?  One of my best Etsy experiences was just recently- a husband snuck onto his wife's account and secretly ordered her a piece she has favourited. He was able to take the design she loved and add the personal touches to create a beautiful story to surprise her with. I'm so happy I was able to be a part of it
​​Is there anything else you would like to share with us about your shop or yourself?  Please, please, please make custom requests! It's all about connecting with the gem that's right for you!
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Crowned Gemstone Stud Earrings in Sterling Silver
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Featured Member - Louise of Garden Rhymes Studio

9/4/2017

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Life is the Flower
​Introduce Yourself: Hi, my name is Louise Tessier and the name of my Etsy shop is Garden Rhymes Studio. I am a newcomer to Etsy opening my shop in March 2017.​
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Relax Tile
​How long have you been doing your craft?  I have been working as a ceramic artist creating decorative art tiles since 1999 and I have been a juried member of the Saskatchewan Craft Council for almost 20 years. What got me interested in making tiles is many-faceted: taking a community class in working with clay (1998), my interest in garden poetry, a love of different font styles and carving linoleum stamps. During my artistic career, I have designed and carved more than 100 different linoleum stamps which have found their way into my ceramic tiles, printmaking projects and rug-hooked wall hangings. ​
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Garden Weeds Tile
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Garden Angel Tile
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Lotus Flower Tile
Where can people find you online? ​  ​Besides my Etsy shop, Garden Rhymes Studio, people can find out about my work or connect with me at www.louisetessier.com https://www.facebook.com/gardenrhymeslouisetessier or by making an appointment to visit my home studio in Regina. https://www.louisetessier.com/contact 
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​What do you like about selling on Etsy?  What I like about selling on Etsy is just how easy it is to complete a sale and keep in touch with customers (a simple system which is very user-friendly). Etsy provides its sellers with a lot of information regarding customers, visitors and the successes of other Etsy shop owners. When I was first starting out the process, I found that my email requests or concerns were always dealt with promptly by Etsy staff. Etsy really wants its sellers to succeed! 

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​What's been your best Etsy experience? 
  ​My best Etsy experience so far has been a sale to someone in the U.S.A. who favorited one of my tiles. When I followed up with a “thanks” for liking my work, she decided to purchase one of my pieces. When the art tile arrived, the customer favorited my shop and finally, she sent a photo of my tile displayed in her home; a positive, full circle moment for me.​

Is there anything else you would like to share with us about your shop or yourself?  Something else I would like to share about myself is that my work reflects my faith in God. As a result, I have been taking instruction in the writing of Orthodox religious icons for the past 10 years. As well, my linoleum print illustrations have been used in a book published by Novalis (Toronto) called “The Garden Way of the Cross” © 2013.​
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The Garden Way of the Cross Art Posters (Set of 15)
​My artist statement sums up how I feel about the work I create: I am passionate about how words can move people to laughter, deep thought – even tears. For centuries, writers have used nature, especially flowers & gardens to give meaning to our lives…words to help us along our journey. By creating stamped impressions in clay, I can share thoughtful moments that touch peoples’ lives – earth & words coming together: Garden Rhymes.
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Patron of Arts and Crafts
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Featured Member ~ Debbi of Thread Ethic

8/3/2017

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Modern Organic Throw Pillows
Introduce Yourself:  My name is Debbi Sawatzky and I live in St. Louis, SK. I opened ThreadEthic Organic Sewing Boutique on Etsy in June of this year. I was completely terrified as Etsy is kind of a big deal, but I am so thrilled to be apart of this worldwide network! 
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How long have you been doing your craft?   ​I have been an Interior Decorator since 2009 which introduced me to the amazing textile world. However sewing is fairly new to me, which some people find hard to believe! 
Last year I made a random comment to my Mother in Law about thinking I might like to learn how to sew. She offered to lend me her machine, got me started and well, the rest is history! 
I was instantly captivated by the process and fell in love with creating whatever I thought up! After many classes and countless hours of sewing the idea of ThreadEthic started to form.
 

How did you get started?  I began to research sustainable, ethical cotton and at first found nothing. It was pretty discouraging but I just kept going and ended up with an amazing range from some fantastic cloth companies! I love being able to make modern pieces knowing the materials I use are helping other people too:-) Right now Organic cotton is in the place organic food was 20 years ago. It has been so rewarding to both learn and share about the benefits of organic, ethical cotton.
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Little Man Organic Baby Gift Set
Where can people find you online?   
​You can find ThreadEthic on

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Little Lady Set of Three Organic Bibs

​Facebook: @threadethicboutique
Instagram: @threadethicboutique
Pinterest: @threadethicboutique
What brought you to Etsy?   ​I came to Etsy because I shop on Etsy and have enjoyed the experience for years! Being a seller gives me a whole new appreciation for our global community. Also I am not tech savvy so having this simple to use platform has been amazing. I know it takes time, effort and passion to grow a successful business and I am loving the journey so far! 
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Organic Nursery Wall Banner
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Organic Cotton Baby Blanket
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Featured Member ~ Lindsay of Precious Gems Crochet

5/3/2017

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Mint Green Reusable Shopping Tote Bag
Introduce Yourself: ​Hi! I'm Lindsay and I'm from Martensville, SK. Mom x 2, entrepreneur x 2, and advocate for local arts, food and shopping! ​
What is the name of your shop? My shop is Precious Gems Crochet Creations. I named it after my daughter, Gemma, who we've called our "Precious Gem" since she was born. :)
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How long has your Etsy shop been open?   I just opened my shop in February of 2017!

How long have you been doing your craft?   I've been crocheting for over 10 years. I started crocheting very infrequently and just when the urge hit me. I started by crocheting quick items like scarves and headbands for myself and my family, and this past year the crocheting bug has stuck and I wanted to keep on going and trying more complicated patterns! I had too many items for just my little family and I've had so much encouragement from friends and family to start selling my items so I decided to open up a shop! ​
How did you get started?   I originally was looking for something to do to pass the time during the looooong cold Saskatchewan winters, but now I'm working on crochet items for all seasons. I have fond memories of watching my mom knit and crochet while I was growing up, and I'm all about functional crafts so I was naturally drawn to crochet. I had some help getting started from my mother-in-law as well as some support and tips from a co-worker. Otherwise I have been self-taught by watching YouTube videos to learn new stitches and techniques. ​
Where can people find you online?  
You can find me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/preciousgemscrochet
and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/preciousgemscrochet
and will soon be starting a crochet specific board on Pinterest. ​
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Mommy and Me matching hats
What do you like about selling on Etsy? Etsy is the most well-known outlet for selling handmade items in my opinion. I'm very new to it, but so far dealing with Etsy has been a breeze. The fact that my customer orders right online and the financial aspect is taken care of without me having to fill out invoices and dealing with credit cards, etc. is a huge weight off of my shoulders. ​
What's been your best Etsy experience?   ​Like I said before I'm very new to Etsy so don't have a lot of experience with it yet, but I recently got my first two sales which I'm so excited about, and I can't wait to hear that first cha-ching from someone who isn't a close friend or family member. :)


What brought you to Etsy?  A friend of mine who I met at our local farmer's market has been using Etsy successfully for a couple of years now. She has been very helpful in helping me get started. I also have an uncle who had a shop in the past that I was following which is the reason I signed up on Etsy in the first place.
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Blush Pink Crochet Child's Shrug
Is there anything else you would like to share with us about your shop or yourself?   I'm currently using up a large yarn stash that I've accumulated over the past several years (whoops!), but as that gets used up I'm planning on transitioning into using more eco-friendly, sustainable, organic and recycled yarns. I also have a ton of new projects I'd like to try out once I find the time! So what you see in my shop now may be evolving in the future, but I will definitely keep around the "hot sellers". I hope you like my shop and I would love to hear any feedback you have!
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Handmade Yoga Mat Tote
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Slouchy beanie in organic cotton
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Featured Member ~ Susie Gourlay of Knit Natural

3/5/2017

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Out Like a Lamb - Handspun Merino/Tencel DK Weight Yarn
Introduce Yourself: ​ Hi!  I'm Susie, one of the Team Leaders for Etsy SK living in Regina,  I have been working with fibre for over 10 years now, knitting, crocheting, spinning, and weaving.  I love using natural fibres, especially wool because of the many wonderful benefits it provides.  I am a big supporter of the wool industry and have built my business around the promotion and study of wool and sheep. 
What is the name of your shop?  My shop is called Knit Natural Fibre Arts
How long has your Etsy shop been open?   My shop opened in 2012 and has evolved to carry more handspun and less finished items. 
How long have you been doing your craft?  I learned to knit from my grandma when I was little but hadn't kept at it until the last 10 years. I learned to spin shortly after and have been spinning every day since.  Last year I spun over 22,000 yards, over 12 miles (19 km) 35 pounds of fibre (560 oz) and 93 skeins.  Many of those made their way across the prairies in shops and galleries.
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Lisa Frank - Handspun Superwash Merino Worsted Weight 2 ply Yarn Marled Gradient
How did you get started?   Once getting back into knitting, I wanted to learn how to spin my own yarn.  My mentor and friend Deb Behm taught me all I know.  She wasn't a technical spinner and her way of teaching really inspired me.  She was very generous providing supplies and tools and I wanted to learn everything. If it weren't for her and the amazing fibre community in Saskatchewan and Manitoba  I don't think I would be where I am today. 
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Crochet PATTERN - Collective Unconscious Adjustable Crescent Shaped Lacey Shawl
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Crochet PATTERN - Collective Unconscious Adjustable Crescent Shaped Lacey Shawl
Where can people find you online?  
My Website: www.knitnatural.com
Instagram: @knitnatural
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Knitnatural
What do you like about selling on Etsy?  ​I like selling on Etsy because of how it is simple yet effective.  I love the support that I get from Etsy Admin, fellow Etsy sellers and the Etsy Community as a whole.  It is straightforward and always evolving to make my shop better.  I have met so many wonderful customers and friends through Etsy that I don't think would be possible with other platforms.  Etsy gives me the tools to promote myself, share my work and reach the world with ease.
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Spinner Starter Kits - Learn to Spin with Maple Spindle and 4 oz of Wool Fibre
What brought you to Etsy?  When I decided to start selling my work online, it was obvious I would head over to Etsy.  I knew it quite well as I used it to shop for handmade items, craft supplies and even vintage items regularly.  Etsy is well known and I knew that would help me as well.  It was easy to set up my shop and I starting making sales all over the world which gave me a huge sense of joy and the urge to continue.
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​What's been your best Etsy experience?  I've had many great Etsy experiences like meeting my favourite seller (Kim from The Wacky Windmill), going to Toronto to meet with other Etsy leaders/captains for the Etsy Summit in 2015 and 2016 (also this month!), being a Senior Fellow along with 5 others around the world for the Etsy Fellowship Community but also organizing 2 very successful Etsy Made in Canada sales with my friends Marjorie and Anglea and my sister Nancy, with over 3,700 attendees, several craft workshops and great local partnerships.  Etsy has been a wonderful community to be a part of and I am grateful to work alongside Erin and Elaine to grow our team and help promote and support other Saskatchewan sellers.

Is there anything else you would like to share with us about your shop or yourself?   Aside from spinning, I also judge wool and you can find me around fibre festivals throughout the prairies.  If you think wool is itchy, you need to try another breed.  Many people lump wool into one category when really there are hundreds of sheep breeds around the world with different qualities.  I also have a few patterns available, some free and some for sale.  One of them is the #1 men's hat pattern on Ravelry (Bankhead) and I have a few more designs coming out this year, I have also knit for fashion designers Riley Lawson and Dean Renwick for Sask Fashion Week (2013, 2015) so if anyone tells you knitting is only for grandmas, they are wrong, it is good for EVERYONE!  If you are ever wanting to learn how to knit, spin or crochet, I teach classes around the city of Regina as well as fibre festivals like the Manitoba Fibre Festival so keep an eye on my website for updates.  
P.S. I also recently opened up another shop for my love of snail mail and vintage ephemera which is called Shoebox Post. 
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Crocheted Thermal 100% Blue Faced Leicester Wool Beanie Hat
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Mustard Yellow Thick and Thermal Handknit 100% Wool Insulated Toque Hat Small
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Handspun Merino Garter Stitch Beanie Hat
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