Where are you from and does that affect your work? I'm a native born Armenian who has always loved the wild beauty of the Caucasus and nature as a whole. Though I have grown up in urban LA, my [day]dreams of the rural cottage core life enveloped by the wilderness have remained steadfast in my vision of my future. This vision of the soft, quiet life full of adorable farm animals, loving pets, stuffies, and handmade goods, along with the societal pause of covids stay at home order, collided with what is now Lucifer's Hookery.

Who/what are your biggest artistic influences? I pull inspiration from all aspects of my life, real and imagined; from trips to my favorite National Parks, to my weekly visit at the nursery (proud plant mom here), to the daily strolls around my neighborhood, and even the dreams I jot down as soon as I wake up.

My local nursery will get me every time! What would you say is the hardest part of your creation process? Stepping out of my comfort zone when it comes to yarn colors and styles has always been a challenge I continue to work on to add more variety and whimsy to my creations.

What is your favorite piece that you have created and why? This is a tough one! I would have to say my mini Fall stuffies are my favorite. They have so much character for such cute little gals. It's difficult not to love them.

What do you love most about Pasadena or California in general? Pasadena has been like my home away from home; from my culinary school days to the diverse dining and nightlife, Pasadena is one of my favorite cities in LA.

Culinary School?! I must know more! What is a fun fact about yourself that others may not expect? I'm a great storyteller. I'm dramatic, funny, and very sarcastic, which, as you can tell from this Q&A, makes me wonderful company.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Living my perfect cottage core life in a Hallmark town that has four seasons, surrounded by all my stuffies and highland cows, and of course, my favorite people too.

Okay so… clearly everyone’s dream life includes highland cows, because I am totally with you! You have the day off, what do you do? My perfect day off would include adventures, shopping, and delicious food with people who bring me joy.

Anything special that you would like to share? Stop by Lucifer's Hookery to see my newest creations! I promise you'll love them! (No money back guarantee)

We can’t wait to see what you’ll be bringing this fall!

Find Lucifer’s Hookery at Pasadena ARTWalk on September 20th & 21st.

Website: https://lucifershookery.etsy.com/

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