About Me

Hi, I’m Michelle—a full-time engineer, part-time crafter, and endurance runner based in a fast-paced city where life rarely slows down. Between work, parenting, and everything in between, I’ve learned the value of carving out small pockets of time just for me.

I first picked up crochet during my daily commute—an hour each way on the train. What started as a way to turn ten “lost” hours a week into restorative me time quickly became a creative outlet I looked forward to every day. Instead of scrolling through my phone, I used that time to wind down after work and shift gears before stepping into the evening routine at home.

Years (and a toddler) later, my train-based projects have grown into a love of crafting anywhere I can—on planes, road trips (as a passenger, of course!), and even during stolen moments in waiting rooms or parks. My projects tend to be small, portable, and purposeful—ideal for fellow commuters or busy parents looking to add a little creativity to their day.

Years (and a toddler) later, my train-based projects have grown into a love of crafting anywhere I can—on planes, road trips (as a passenger, of course!), and even during stolen moments in waiting rooms or parks. My projects tend to be small, portable, and purposeful—ideal for fellow commuters or busy parents looking to add a little creativity to their day.

On this blog, I share my craft journey, from sustainable crochet projects like reusable face scrubs and water balloons to custom gifts for my niece and daughter. Lately, I’ve been exploring functional makes like market bags and upcycled yarn projects. My hope is that you’ll find inspiration here—whether you’re just starting out or looking for your next travel-friendly WIP.

By day, I’m an engineer who loves understanding how things work. That curiosity naturally flows into my crafting—I enjoy learning new stitches, reverse-engineering toy features, and experimenting with combining patterns in unexpected ways. It probably won’t surprise you to learn that knitting has been likened to programming (and yes, I agree!). I’m endlessly fascinated by how something as simple as yarn can be manipulated into fabrics with wildly different properties—from stiff and structured to stretchy and soft.

“CROCHETING ACTS AS A MENTAL AND PHYSICAL THERAPY AND THERE ARE MANY BEAUTIFUL THINGS THAT ARE CREATED IN THE PROCESS.” – TODAY’S CROCHET WORLD

https://www.crochetconcupiscence.com/2011/06/25-quotes-about-crochet/

When I’m not working or making things with yarn, I’m often out on the trails. Running has always been a passion of mine, and after becoming a mum, I returned to it with fresh motivation and new goals. Recently, I’ve completed several challenging events, including the 42km Alpine Challenge and the 80km Margaret River Ultra Marathon. I’m also a big fan of obstacle racing—and if you’re wondering whether it’s possible to combine ultramarathons and obstacles, the answer is yes… and it’s just as fun (and muddy) as it sounds!

Thanks for stopping by—I hope you find ideas here that inspire you to pick up your own needles, hooks, or running shoes.