--- title: "Crochet Artist Mumbai: Custom Plushies, Bags & Pet Costumes" description: "Explore my handmade crochet process in Mumbai. From custom pet costumes to forever flower bouquets, let me turn your wildest ideas into crochet reality." canonical: https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/custom-crochet-commissions/behind-the-stitches-my-process last_updated: 2026-01-25 --- # Behind the Stitches: How I Create Tribe Verified · Handmade crochet orders from Mumbai. By [Stitches by Sam](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._) · Ships across India · ₹650 per costume/accessory (estimate) Part of [Custom Crochet Commissions](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/custom-crochet-commissions). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/custom-crochet-commissions/gallery) I’m a total yarn addict, and this is where I share the real, unfiltered side of my craft—from the chaos of messy ends to the satisfaction of packing your orders. ## Photos and videos - [Video: When people say my handmade products are too expensive, I remind them of the love and effort that goes into every single order. Shopping small means you're supporting a real person's dream and getting a product made with care.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08f0ff49-9832-4722-99c3-839bc8c02f19) - [Video: Let's pack an order together. This was my first big order in Kuwait, so it was very special to me. I love making sure every package is packed beautifully and with a personal touch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/602d65d9-7c5e-44b1-860a-8b572aa40275) - [Video: A little motivational message for all my fellow creators and small business owners. This reel shows a variety of my products packaged and ready to go to their new homes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/92c61c5f-cddf-49ce-a816-fa9bca3702be) - [Video: Day 1 of making the butterfly cardigan, my most ambitious wearable project yet. This video shows the beginning of a long tapestry crochet journey, and I'm so excited to see it come together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d93d7da4-3dda-4441-b0a6-08da5d564340) - [Video: A little reminder to be kind to small business owners. I love adding freebies to orders for customers who are nice and appreciate the value of handmade work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/baea0229-9684-45d1-bf13-5bfaea1aff39) - [Video: Here's another "pack an order with me" ASMR style video. This one features a cute pink pearl wallet. I love showing the care that goes into preparing each package.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/973f5579-0f68-4fcb-b9c5-0dbb527d63a3) - [Video: My first time working with T-shirt yarn for a custom bag order. I'm always in my era of trying new yarns and pushing my skills, even if it's a challenge.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/77df0348-587b-406d-b94c-40d5402412b5) - [Video: The struggle of working with macrame cord is real. It's tough on the hands and can be frustrating, but I promise the final result is always worth the effort.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b790721e-4985-4081-b526-00b71f8e18d1) - [Video: A more dramatic take on how it feels to crochet with difficult yarn like macrame cord. Thoughts and prayers are always needed, but I love a good challenge.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1bbbfe19-05f5-47e8-9d41-86c8ba75f630) - [Video: A glimpse into the life of a crochet artist. This collage shows me with some of my favorite creations, like the Ocean Bag and the giant Lily Bag.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2d74a642-5853-4a2c-b277-02c99aa2d8c7) - [Video: Does the process know that we are trusting it? Sometimes a project looks like a chaotic mess of yarn ends before it becomes something beautiful, like these strawberry hair clips.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d28730b1-3120-45ae-af56-034b1a6185ac) - [Video: After six years of crocheting for myself, I finally started my business this summer. This reel is a little look back at some of the first orders I sent out.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fe20e8e9-1164-4e41-abef-802ce3b913a9) - [Video: A stop motion video showing the process of making a daisy granny square. It took 65 pictures to create this 21 second video, but I love how it turned out.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/10d14a03-3402-4e66-a442-09c0de76c477) - [Video: I didn't know before starting my business that being loved is being seen. It's so meaningful when a customer orders a collection of items that feel so personal, like this floral-themed gift set.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f7ed9d98-b8e0-4eee-86ef-73ae92bd940d) - [Video: A travel storytime from my trip to Egypt. Gifting handmade things brings so much joy, and my shop is full of cute, giftable items inspired by my travels and experiences.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/99eb9da1-4505-46ec-8bd9-fbb34a1c8c07) - [Video: A showcase of some of my favorite products, from rose hair clips to the Ocean Bag. If you're a crochet lover, I hope you'll find something you like in my shop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d2590564-4c63-4d5e-a9ca-138876dbc8e4) - [Video: You look happier. Thanks, I just received the cutest order. This reel shows the joy I get from packing up a big order full of colorful, handmade items.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/21a5a85d-04c2-486f-8fd5-962b75bdb320) - ![A satisfying shot of all the granny squares I made in one day. I officially completed 100 squares for a big project. It's a long process, but so rewarding.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fdcf17e4-4cc4-425d-8ea0-3e72e391afac) ## About Behind the Stitches: My Process Every piece you see here starts as a loose ball of yarn and a wild idea. Whether I am fighting with macrame cord to get that perfect bag structure or stop-motion filming the creation of a daisy granny square, my process is all about trial and error. I don’t use strict patterns for my wildest designs; I just freestyle until it looks right. Crocheting isn't just a hobby for me; it is a full-blown addiction that turned into my small business. People often see the finished plushie or the perfectly wrapped bouquet, but they miss the hours spent detangling yarn, the glue gun burns, and the satisfaction of finally nailing a complex stitch. When you order a custom piece, here is how I approach it: * **The Idea Phase:** I take your vague thoughts or reference photos and translate them into a 3D reality. If you want a dinosaur turtle costume or a specific flower bouquet, we start there. * **Material Selection:** I test different yarns—from soft cotton for plushies to sturdy, wire-reinforced cotton for bouquets—to ensure the structural integrity matches your vision. * **The "Jugaad" Factor:** I am a big believer in improvisation. I rarely stick to standard patterns because every project has different requirements. If it needs to be structural, I make it structural. If it needs to be cute and soft, I use my favorite hypoallergenic polyfill. I ship across India from my Mumbai studio. Because every item is handmade from scratch, there is no off-the-shelf inventory. Everything is made to order, ensuring that what you receive is as unique as the request you sent me. If you have a chaotic idea, trust me—I’ve probably crocheted something weirder. Let’s talk about your project and see if we can bring it to life. ## About Stitches by Sam I’m Samiya, and if there is yarn involved, I am probably happy. I spent six years crocheting just for myself before deciding to turn my little obsession into a business, and I have not looked back since. [See all of Stitches by Sam's services](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._) ## More from Custom Crochet Commissions by Stitches by Sam - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/custom-crochet-commissions/featured) - [Handmade Bags & Totes](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/custom-crochet-commissions/handmade-bags-totes) - [Adorable Plushies & Amigurumi](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/custom-crochet-commissions/adorable-plushies-amigurumi) - [Cute Keychains & Bag Charms](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/custom-crochet-commissions/cute-keychains-bag-charms) - [Everlasting Crochet Bouquets](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/custom-crochet-commissions/everlasting-crochet-bouquets) - [Coquette Wearables & Accessories](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/custom-crochet-commissions/coquette-wearables-accessories) - [Unique Pet Costumes](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/custom-crochet-commissions/unique-pet-costumes) - [Custom Book & Journal Covers](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/custom-crochet-commissions/custom-book-journal-covers) - [Handmade Home & Car Decor](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/custom-crochet-commissions/handmade-home-car-decor) ## More services by Stitches by Sam - [Crochet Fashion Accessories](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/crochet-fashion-accessories) - [Crochet Plushies & Home Decor](https://mytribe.in/stitchesbysam._/crochet-plushies-home-decor) ## Similar work from other experts - [Behind My Stitches: My Hand-Crafted Crochet Process](https://mytribe.in/creative.chaossss/crochet-home-decor/behind-my-stitches) by Creative Chaos · Crochet Home Decor · Ships across India - [Behind the Stitches: How I Create Your Custom Crochet Pieces](https://mytribe.in/stitch_bits/crocheted-accessories/behind-the-stitches) by Crochet by Kinza · Crocheted Accessories · Ships across India - [Behind the Scenes of My Crochet Work](https://mytribe.in/the.crochet.hub/crochet-potted-plants-decor/my-story-process) by Crochet With Love · Crochet Potted Plants & Decor · Based in Mumbai; Ships across India - [Behind the Scenes of My Crochet World](https://mytribe.in/thehooktheory_/crochet-home-decor/behind-the-scenes) by Crochet · Crochet Home Decor · Ships across India - [Behind the Scenes: My Crochet Creative Process](https://mytribe.in/crochet.kala/custom-crochet-items/behind-the-scenes-my-creative-process) by Crochet Kala · Custom Crochet Items · Ships across India - [How I Make My Custom Crochet Pieces](https://mytribe.in/knotsbyanshuka/custom-crochet-macrame/how-it-s-made) by Knots By Anshuka · Custom Crochet & Macrame · Ships across India ## Book To book Stitches by Sam, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hey%20Samiya!%20I%20saw%20your%20process%20videos%20and%20loved%20your%20style.%20I%20want%20to%20chat%20about%20a%20custom%20project.)