Tot Toppers

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Company Name:  Tot Toppers
Designer Name:  Kate Oates
Home State:  South Carolina
Design Specialty:  Children, Boys

1 How did you first get introduced to your craft?

My aunt taught me to knit when I was a teenager.

2 What type of patterns do you enjoy designing the most?

I love fun, whimsical, colorful children's designs. I also enjoy working with texture.

3 What are you most known for?

Children's hats.

4 How do you jump-start your creativity?

So far, my kids have been enough inspiration that I haven't had to look elsewhere.

5 What season inspires you the most?

Whatever season is just out of my reach weather-wise at the time.

6 On average, how many new patterns do you design each year?

20

7 Is there another craft you'd like to try your hand at?

I wish I was a better sewer.

8 What is your favorite way to spend a Sunday afternoon?

With my family, doing something that the kids love.

9 What three items do you always have in your craft bag?

Needles, yarn, Diet Pepsi.