We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful RoseMarie Lewis. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with RoseMarie below.
RoseMarie, so happy to have you with us today. You are such a creative person, but have you ever head any sort of creativity block along the way? If so, can you talk to us about how you overcame or beat it?
I get creativity blocks from time to time. Seeing something as simple as pretty yarn color, or a nice jacket can open that block up for me. I pull inspiration from everywhere. Sometimes I’ll even have a dream about a dress and I’ll have to get up and sketch it out.
Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?
Hey!! I’m RoseMarie Lewis, Owner of Yubehandmade and Yube Yarn Collection. I’m a Fiber Artist/Crochet Fashion Designer, wife, and mother of six. My line is full of Sexy Eye catching Swim and resort wear.
Pulling from my nearly 24 years of design experience as a freehand crochet designer.
I’ve been featured in ELLE Magazine, Fashion Style weekly and many more.
In 2022, I presented Yubehandmade during Miami Swim Week and invited to Paris Fashion Week as one of the Designers to watch.
In June, I was a featured designers during Michigan Fashion Week and Miami Swim Week in July 2023.
I’m currently a nominate for Favorite Fashion Designer & Favorite Emerging Detroit for the Detroit Fashion Choice Awards, It’s very exciting and I’m honored.
Yubehandmade as a highly acclaimed brand that upholds its status in the crochet community. Some looks are sexy and form fitting, as well as slightly loose with a comfortable fit. It would be a great idea to wear Yubehandmade to the pool. We add a fun splash to your summer wardrobe that can be enjoyed for years to come.
I’m also the owner of YUBE Yarn Collection. A yarn brand full of beautiful yarn the will upgrade the yarn stash and color selections for other crochet designers and fiber artist.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Looking back I would say staying consistent, believing in myself and my craft, and taking constructive criticism were the most impactful on my journey. The advice I can give is too believe in what you’re journey. Whatever it is YOU have to believe in yourself and know that what you’re doing is worth it. Everyone won’t care or support you, be thankful for the ones that do.
What do you do when you feel overwhelmed? Any advice or strategies?
When I feel overwhelmed I chill with my husband and children, they keep me grounded. I crochet to relax as well, It’s so relaxing. I can lose myself in my crochet sometimes. Crochet is great for mental health. It’s great for kids and adults alike. Being a fashion designer, being in fashion shows, creating looks for the show getting orders can be overwhelming. I love every minute of it.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.yubehandmade.com
- Instagram: @yubehandmade
- Facebook: @yubesocute
Image Credits
For my photo Yvonne Shelman Model for photos Kiyonte Carter
