Made For YOU By Fi - Feature Seller

Today we chat to Fiona of Made For YOU By Fi, who creates stunning crochet goods and patterns.

1. What is your store name and what do you sell?

My etsy store is madeforyoubyfi and I sell Crochet patterns and ready-to-ship accessories and layers for women.

2. What inspired you to create your business and how long have you been trading for?

My business started in 2013, and I opened my Etsy shop in April 2014. An individual lady ordered 10 pairs of slippers from me over 2 months, which gave me the push to start a 'business'... since then, I've tried a few different directions, but crocheting ladies' accessories and layers have become my passion.

3. When shopping for woolen goodies, what should a person look for in the item?

When you are shopping for knitwear, you should look for designs which are easy-to-wear. I prefer to create 'one size fits most' designs - a relaxed fit means that most body shapes are catered for.
The yarn composition (fibers blended together) is super important - there are exclusive/expensive fibers (like alpaca, llama, silk, mohair, merino) which have the capability of turning an 'ordinary' garment into something extra special, which will last a lifetime (or 2!) Many of these fibers are extremely soft, some have water resistant properties, but all add a level of luxury to scarves, hats, gloves etc.

4. Outside your business, what inspires you?

As a practicing Christian, I am involved in a community-centered church - being around the people and seeing their needs is always inspiring. I help run a weekly craft group - collaboration is something that happens naturally and I love it
I love music - I lead singing at church most weekends - and I love seeing the colours and shapes that God has put together in nature. The place I work is set in Australian bushland - there is always something inspiring just outside the window!

You can find Fiona basically everywhere on social media, here are her links!
www.facebook.com/m4ubf/
www.instagram.com/m4ubf/
www.pinterest.com/MadeforYOUbyFi/
www.ello.com/MadeforYOUbyFi
www.ravelry.com/people/MadeforYOUbyFi/