About
Natalie Ross, Crochet Designer
By a Thread Designs was born from a lifeline I had found in the midst of mental illness, that turned into a hobby, and then into my re-introduction into the professional world. Creativity in any form has always been soothing to me, and I wanted to share this new passion with more people, while also creating a platform from which I can open up about mental health, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and the healing powers of art! When I started crocheting, I was “hanging by a thread”, but I regained my power and my voice, one stitch at a time.
I’ve loved watching this dream become a reality, and can’t wait to watch it grow into the supportive and open community that I hope it will become.
If you’re interested in learning more about my journey with OCD, check out my other blog, Obsessive Compulsive Diary.
Natalie started this blog with the hope of sharing her love of crochet with a wider audience, and showing them the benefits of this versatile craft.
“I felt like I was hanging on to life by a thread. No longer feeling connected to the world around me. But crocheting introduced me to a new wonderfully creative and colorful world.”
Natalie, owner of BATD
The Team
Natalie
Owner & Designer
Pebble
Team Mediator
Griffey
Manager & Yarn Tangler
By a Thread Designs 
