Welcome to the revival of our beloved interview series: “10 Crafty Questions” here on CraftBoom!
This format brings a fun twist to the typical Q&A. Each guest answers 5 of our questions, then flips the script and asks themselves 5 more — giving you a deeper, more personal look at their creative lives.
Today, we’re beyond excited to feature one of the most adored names in DIY and craft blogging: Megan Reardon — the multi-talented mind behind Not Martha and founder of The Organized Knitter. Let’s dive in!
CraftBoom!’s 5 Questions for Megan
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1. If you could be any crafter or artist (past or present) for a day, who would it be and why?
I’d love to be Elsa Schiaparelli in 1927 — a fearless fashion designer who collaborated with Salvador Dalí and challenged fashion norms. She used groundbreaking knitting techniques and created clothing that still feels modern today. You can learn more about her on Wikipedia, and I highly recommend the Philadelphia Museum’s exhibit on her work.
2. If you had magic powers what 3 things would you do to advance the Crafting Movement?
- Resurrect Sassy Magazine before its time was cut short
- Fund grants (or gold coin piles!) for organizers of indie craft shows like Urban Craft Uprising and DIY Trunk Show
Conjure a never-ending fabric supply so we never have to hoard our favorite patterns again!
Some things just defy explanation; which means you’ll probably find them hanging around on Megan’s blog.
3. What are you most skilled at craft wise and what craft skills would you like to be more skilled at?
I studied sewing in college, so that’s my strongest skill. I’d love to grow in graphic design to create my own fabric (hello, Spoonflower) or Ink&Spindle, and enhance my design choices across my home, garden, and website.
Megan is also pretty handy with the baking too. Will you get a load of that perfect pastry on that pie; why don’t I have neighbors or friends who can do that?
4. What do you consider to be your greatest achievement?
Surprisingly… my bacon cups! I made them for a bacon-themed potluck, and while I don’t consider myself a chef, I figured if I couldn’t make something delicious, I’d make something dramatic. They went viral!
Megan’s world famous bacon cups. Drool…only another 2 hours before lunch…
5. Besides family/friends/home/health what is your most treasured possession?
Honestly, my iPhone. It gives me the freedom to look up recipes, yarn yardage, or directions on the go — all the things I used to print and forget on my desk.
Megan’s 5 Self-Chosen Questions
Megan flipped the interview format and even asked her Not Martha readers to help her brainstorm questions!
6. What do you do when you’re suffering a creative block to unblock?
I solve a real-life problem I can’t buy a solution for. Like my DIY shoe racks — designed to fit an awkward corner. Wandering hardware stores often sparks inspiration for many new ideas.
7. If crafts disappeared tomorrow, what would you pursue?
I’d love to make video games. I grew up on King’s Quest and admire creators like Erin Robinson at Livey Ivy and Ragnar Tornquist. Game design fascinates me.
8. Was your business planned, or did it evolve naturally?
The Organized Knitter started from a personal need for better knitting storage. I wish I had waited longer to quit my job and had access to books like Craft Inc. and The Boss of You back then!
9. What crafting tools can’t you live without?
The Air-erasable markers for perfect placement without cleanup and Clover fabric eraser — it lifts pencil marks effortlessly and fits in any supply kit.
10. How has turning your hobby into a business changed how you feel about crafting?
Now that I sew for work, I relax by checking email. I still love crafting, but I shift my energy to knitting and cooking more than before.
Stay tuned for more 10 Crafty Questions interviews — coming soon to CraftBoom!
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