Today we’d like to introduce you to Candace Rodriguez
Hi Candace, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
I always loved doing crafts and creating things for people and my home. During the pandemic, I wanted to learn how to crochet to make rugs. I looked for videos on YouTube and taught myself to crochet. I started making decorative garlands for friends and then rugs… and it took off from there. Each year, slowly I learned new patterns and completed new projects. In 2023, I made a graduation doll with cap and gown and a Funko Pop inspired by Chopper from the anime One Piece.
I really enjoy crocheting and am working on a men’s cardigan.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
It’s has been a blessing and I have learned a lot along the way. Every stitch is made with love by hand, so projects take patience and time to be made. Sometimes it takes time to get a product to a client.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I crochet and bring yarn to life. I specialize in making custom hand made crochet items by pattern or free hand. I am most proud of the graduation doll I crocheted from the hair to the shoes, everything was made by hand. It also included a custom dress, with a graduation gown and cap.
My attention to detail sets me apart from others and I am not scared to try a pattern I have not worked before.
Can you share something surprising about yourself?
I am self taught and have a photographic memory. That helps me to learn patterns fast and also freehand designs.
Pricing:
- Half rug starting at $55
- Custom Doll starting at $250
- Funko Pop inspired dolls starting at $100
- Garlands starting at $50
- Cardigan Sweater starting at $150
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitchnseal?igsh=MWFnZmtxeGxhd296MA==
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EkWVvs4on/
Image Credits
Candace Rodriguez
