Grans knits n bits came about by pure accident. Here is the story to date:

My story

From a young age I loved to make things. Playing with off cuts of wood in my Dad’s shed to knitting, sewing, embroidery, cross stitch. Crochet came later but it is now just as much fun as the things I have been doing since I was little. I always dreamt of having my own business but I never thought I would do it

Grans was born

When my stepdaughters said they were expecting the knitting needles were dusted off. Hampers of baby clothes were created. Suddenly I was enjoying knitting again. Christmas, birthdays all involved knitted gifts. Hey Elaine I love that pattern. I’d love it on a throw. My usual instinct would be I can’t do that but I took a leap of faith. Sure I can do that. That lead to my favourite creation coming to life. You should sell your stuff. Really? Oh ok. So Grans was born.

My biggest creation – to date

I have been so lucky. There have been some custom orders for some wonderful customers. I have seen my items appear on TV. I mean how mad is that? Some of those orders years ago I would have said no instantly but I learnt to take a breath, think about it and believe in myself. Yes I have got this. To say I am proud of what I have achieved is an understatement.

The Future

I still have a fulltime job. Knitting will never keep a roof over my head. That I am sad to say is the harsh reality but you learn and you grow. Also it is funny how things come full circle. When I started Grans in 2012 my dream was to make it organic; focusing on baby clothes but it never took off. I guess I had to wait for the world to catch up.

Now I am back to focusing on natural materials and this is where I want this site to go. My own contribution to preserving this planet we call home; it maybe small but from acorns the mighty oak does grow.

Grans knits has items ready to post or you can see my latest new creations on Facebook Pinterest and Instagram or if you want a custom order you can contact me via the contact me page.

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There is another new chapter to my story. I am now a published author. For more news please visit my website