Vendor of the month-January { Michigan Photographer }

This month I will be featuring the fabulous Trae, from Devoted Knits! She makes wonderful hats-both as props for photographers, and also for mommies to keep their little one warm! She has such a great sense of style and uses high quality yarns and materials; and I highly recommend her! Another great thing is she is another Michigander-and I love to support local businesses! 🙂
Be sure to check out her etsy, and fan her facebook page! She is offering a discount to the readers of this blog as well! Enter in Jenp20 for the coupon code, and receive 20% off, plus a FREE mohair halo headband with every order-any size or color!
Terms-Be sure to specify in the message field. Must be a fan on facebook fan page as well. Expires Feburary 14.

etsy-www.devotedknits.etsy.com
facebook-https://www.facebook.com/devotedknits

Here is from my interview with her!

How did you start out?
I began knitting as a way to give presents and hand made items for my sisters first daughter. Once I started creating the baby items, I really couldn’t stop. I made over 32 things for my little niece. A local photographer encouraged me to start selling my items as props for newborn photos. I started with a few items and have grown my business to over 6,000 fans on facebook and a etsy site with a large following as well.

How long have you been knitting? crocheting?
I have been knitting for about 10 years, but making baby items for about 2 years. I learned to crochet this year!

Who taught you to knit?
My grandma started to teach me when I was 7, but I wasn’t very interested until 20 years later. I think to think that even from heaven she is watching me take my skills to new levels and is proud of me!

Do you prefer knitting or crocheting?
I prefer to knit my items, as it allows for more stretch in the hat – thus it will fit a variety of head sizes.

Do you have a favorite hat that you make?
Yes I love to make my Cotton Baby Bear Beanie http://www.etsy.com/listing/89009862/signature-devoted-chic-cotton-baby-bear

Do you make things other than hats?
Yes, I make wraps from the finest silk mohair; prop blankets, stuffing blankets, a silk blanket/wrap, halo headbands, bowties and a cuddle hoodie cocoon..

What is your favorite color to work with?
Gray

Are your items available only for photographers?
No, I do offer larger sizes upon request and love to knit for moms as well! (Just ask my nieces and nephews!)

Just a few photos featuring some of her fabulous hats!

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