Q&A WITH Mel

Where are you from?

Orginally from Indiana, but have lived in may states including, Georgia, South Carolina and Florida.

Where do you live now?

I currently live in Florida.

How did you become a Crochet Designer?

I realized that my love of fashion, art, creativity, inspiring women, and yarn could all converge into a complete work, and I just followed my heart and my gut. I launched GuChet in 2010 and never looked back.

Do you follow trends?

NEVER, I go with what feels "good" in my gut. I don't ignore what’s going on, but I certainly don't let it dictate my next design either.

Describe your sense of style

So much depends on my mood at the time, but, if I had to distill my personal style into a few words: timeless, sexy (but still classy) and functional.

What’s the most surprising part of being a Designer?

“All your creativity, gifts and talents can be tapped in your Aloneness. It is an art and the most powerful thing…....” If you want to be a Crochet Designer, you MUST enjoy being alone.

What’s in your “design” bag?

My pre-design bag consists of: • Journal (because I write down EVERYTHING) • Staedtler Triplus Fineliner pens • Crochet Stitch Dictionary (oldie but goodie) • Potential hooks • Scissors • Tape measure • Stitch markers • Other notions