From Classroom Teacher to Crochet Artist

People often ask if it was hard to leave a secure teaching job at 59. It was scary, but the peace I found in every stitch made it worth it. When I create a piece or teach a class, I am not just making crafts; I am reclaiming my time and proving that it is never too late to start something new.

My journey did not begin with yarn; it began with 27 years of teaching history and social science. For decades, my life was defined by the classroom, bells, and student assignments. While I loved teaching, I always felt a pull toward creativity. When I discovered crochet during the pandemic, it was not just a hobby; it became my path to healing.

I still remember my first order, and I still get that same rush of excitement today. It was not an easy transition. Relatives called my passion a mere 'time pass,' and there were many days I doubted myself. But I had my daughter, Sakshi, by my side, and I had the determination to be my own boss.

Today, I treat every project as a piece of my own story. Whether I am making a complex macrame wall hanging or teaching a beginner how to hold a crochet hook, I am sharing the same patience I once gave my students. My work is not mass-produced; it is handmade, full of labor, and carries a bit of my soul.

I want to show women, especially those in my age group, that you do not have to stop living just because society tells you your role is done. You can build, create, and find purpose at any stage of life. If you are here because you saw my work, know that when you order from me, you are supporting a small business built on honesty and heart. If you are here to learn, I am ready to teach you everything I know, from basic knots to managing your own home business.