Craft in general has always been my passion. I started Craft Pixie quite a few years ago as a vent for my creativity. It has grown to be a vibrant community of like-minded crafters and I'm thrilled by the way it has encouraged people to be brave with craft.

By profession I'm a Business Analyst - a bit removed from the crafting world. Having said that, I can't remember not sewing, painting or cutting in my spare time. My Granny taught me to knit when I was seven and I subsequently taught myself to crochet. I'm never without some work in progress!

My family has had a strong influence on what I do. They have all been very creative in various fields. My Grandfather had a drapery shop in London and would make dolls house furniture and clothes. My parents both painted and crafted things. It was inevitable I'd end up with a house full of craft!

I am now a fully fledged Craft Pixie! Crochet pattern designing is now my full-time job and I love it!