Young Granny's Show

Brittany interviews Justina, an embroidery artist and mother of two, on her journey with embroidery and motherhood. Justina shares her interest in embroidery as a hobby, eventually turning it into a business and a form of self-care. They discuss how embroidery brings beauty to the world, especially through the intricate and detailed nature of the craft. Justina shares her process of combining traditional aspects of embroidery with more modern techniques to create innovative products like stickers, notebooks, and keychains in addition to her traditional embroidery pieces to reach a broader audience and make embroidery more accessible to everyone. Through the episode you will find Justina is a thoughtful and creative embroidery artist who values passion and purpose.Where to find Justina:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aplacetostitch/Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/APlaceToStitch

This episode features Katie, a crochet artist and potter. Brittany and Katie talk about how Katie got started both art forms, similarities and differences between crochet and pottery. Katie goes over the fundamentals of pottery like different types of clay and when to use them, the different firing stages, glazing, and more. Brittany and Katie also talk about different types of yarn and their love/hate for some types of yarn.Where to find Katie:IG: https://www.instagram.com/katierosehm/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557231758039Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/katierosehm/?etsrc=sdt&source=aw&utm_source=affiliate_window&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=us_location_buyer&utm_content=946733&utm_custom1=22126283&utm_term=0&awc=6220_1744938111_469fc1d2403ee5ab1213db8312cd2365

In this episode, Brittany and guest Kory discuss how Kory began her crochet business and what the act and art of crochet has done for her mental health. Kory shares her thoughts on balancing her business and family, dealing with self-doubt and comparison on social media. They discuss Kory's experience selling her handmade items on Etsy and Minted. Kory also talks about the pressure to constantly create and post and advises to take it slow and focus on one project at a time.Where to find Kory:IG: https://www.instagram.com/twolittleknots/Kory's Website

In this episode Brittany chats with Jess from SSquaredCreations. Jess is a crocheter and pattern designer. Jess talks about her journey into pattern designing and the crochet community. She shares her process and tips for fellow pattern designers, and discusses the importance of taking a break from the business side of crochet to work on personal projects. Jess shared what how she found her niche for her teeny creations, and her sources of inspiration. She also talks about feeling pressure from social media and the desire to surprise her followers with new designs.How to find Jess:IG: https://www.instagram.com/ssquaredcreations/Etsy: SSquaredCreationsCA

This episodes guest, Sanmari, is a crochet artist from South Africa who creates beautiful pieces that have gone viral on social media. She shares her tips for creating beautiful photos of her projects, she speaks about her experience with other artists taking inspiration from her work without giving her credit, and shares her thoughts on the importance of acknowledging and respecting other artists' ideas. Brittany and Sanmari chat about starting crocheting last year as a hobby and eventually turning it into a business. Sanmari is well known for her modifications of popular patterns and her amazing staging and photography skills, which she attributes to her background in consumer sciences and retail management. Where to find Sanmari: IG - @lovey_crochet_sa

What can you expect from the Young Granny's Show? In this quick introduction, learn what my goals are and what you can come to find by listening in!