Representation Matters.

Unfortunately, there is a prevailing stereotype about knitters: that we are all old white ladies. This is not a realistic view of our diverse fiber community.

Google Image Search for Woman Knitting. Notice anything?

This site profiles diverse knitters and crocheters of color for other yarn crafters to connect with and learn from. Also, it’s just fun to see what other knitters and crocheters are cooking up. Let’s connect and celebrate each other, shall we?

"I just want to say how much I love your efforts to show the diversity in knitting, it really is so empowering for me!!"

"Thank you for including me in this! Continue your hard work representing our stories!"

"I love your columns, deeply satisfying!"

I will promote you and/or your brand!

I love promoting yarn enthusiasts and people who are passionate about craft. Diversity and being more visible to the larger knitting community is a priority. If you do have a brand to promote, know that taking the time to submit an interview will be beneficial to your business as well. I will link to your interview on Facebook and Twitter. I’ll pin all images and create a new image just for Pinterest. I also loop these pins via Tailwind, so they’ll be repinned and hopefully continue to generate interest every 3-4 months or so from now on. Your interview will be included in my weekly newsletter email. And lastly, I’ll promote with two Instagram posts. 

 

Interview Guidelines:

I’m looking for people of color who are having the most fun with yarn and sticks.  We can start by answering the following profile questions in an email with the words “Yarn Tales” in the subject line. I will email you follow up questions, if necessary, about your Etsy shop, brand, or fiber business if you have one. I love promoting designers, indie dyers, and hobbyists alike! I want to promote your amazing work!

Try to keep it to about 1000 words.

What inspired you to start knitting or crocheting?

Has knitting or crocheting got you through a difficult time in your life? If so, how did it help?

What keeps you obsessed?

What’s your favorite project that you’re working on right now?

What project are you most proud of? Why?

What’s the best knitting or crochet advice you have received?

Has pop culture had an influence on your knitting or crochet?

Please include links to your Ravelry page! The easiest way to get your photos, etc., will be through Ravelry. Instagram works as well, if a bit more challenging. Please also include a preferred photo for your profile pic.

I post an interview the last Tuesday of every month. I will let you know your publishing date as soon as possible, but keep in mind it may be months in advance. If you would like to time your interview with the release of a design or yarn, please let me know!

If you’d like to check out other interviews you can find them here.

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