What does the future hold?

“My plan now is to keep expanding the pattern ranges. I have so many ideas, I just need to find the time to sit down and actually design, create and publish them. There is a massive market out there and I have so many ideas, the sky really is the limit. The business could go anywhere!

“I have also received many enquiries during the past few years, asking for a knitted version of my designs, so I have recently been working on converting the crochet blanket patterns into knitting ones. I have already released three and sales are looking very promising.

“I already sell my yarn internationally and plan to broaden my offering in that area too.”

Why did you enter the eBay for Business Awards?

“I don’t usually enter awards, as I never feel I have enough to offer. However, when I read about the eBay for Business awards, it could have been written about me! I seemed to tick all the boxes and I was also feeling brave that day, so I went for it – and thank goodness I did!

“The awards stood out to me as they were asking for people who have had a unique idea and started from nothing, with just an idea, going on to carve their own niche. I read it and thought ‘that’s me, I’ve done that’. I’m just an ordinary person who had a hobby and a passion, and have been able to create a business from it.”

What’s the best thing about running your own business?

“It’s fantastic to be able to do something I love. To be able to sit down and do something I really want to do, is just wonderful. That’s what motivates me – even on those days where I just feel like staying in bed.

“I’m lucky, as I have a huge amount of support behind me as well and the positive feedback I receive from customers is also lovely. It’s wonderful to see so many people liking and relating to my designs and vision.

“Overall, I’m proof that dreams can come true! I never thought I would one day be making a living from my crafting. I love my job and I’m very proud of what I have achieved.”

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