Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Mir Perkins. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Alright, Mir thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Alright – so having the idea is one thing, but going from idea to execution is where countless people drop the ball. Can you talk to us about your journey from idea to execution?
My business didn’t start with a grand business plan. It started with crochet hooks, yarn, and a lot of life happening around me.
Crochet became more than a hobby for me. It became a coping skill, a creative outlet, and a way to keep moving through some of the hardest seasons of my life. What started as making things for myself and people I cared about slowly turned into people asking, “Can you make one for me?” Then came, “How much would you charge?” That’s when the idea of turning it into a business became real.
The first thing I had to figure out was my worth. As crocheters, we’re often taught to undervalue our work because people only see the finished product, not the hours, skill, and experience woven into every stitch. Learning to price my work fairly was one of the biggest challenges.
From there, I started researching everything. I learned about business registration, taxes, record keeping, branding, social media marketing, and customer service. I spent countless hours watching tutorials, asking questions, making mistakes, and learning as I went. There wasn’t a roadmap handed to me. I built it one step at a time.
The next phase was creating a brand that reflected who I am. I didn’t want to be just another crochet business. I wanted my work and my story to have a voice. That’s how OddlyFnUnique Creations LLC began to take shape. The name itself represents embracing creativity, individuality, and the belief that different is not a weakness—it’s a strength.
Then came the scary part: putting myself out there. Posting my work publicly. Taking custom orders. Showing up at events. Accepting that not everyone would understand my prices or my vision. I had to develop thick skin while staying true to my values.
The truth is, launching my business wasn’t one big moment. It was hundreds of small decisions made consistently over time. Every finished project, every lesson learned, every setback, and every victory helped build the foundation.
Today, my business represents more than crochet. It represents resilience. It represents choosing to create despite grief, stress, setbacks, and self-doubt. It represents betting on myself when it would have been easier not to.
The idea was simple: make things with yarn.
The execution was learning how to turn survival, passion, and creativity into something lasting—and refusing to apologize for taking up space while doing it.
As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your background and context?
Hi, I’m Amirah, the owner and creator behind **OddlyFnUnique Creations LLC**.
At first glance, you might think I’m “just a crocheter.” But if you’ve ever spent time with me, you’ll quickly learn that crochet is only part of the story. What I really do is take yarn, creativity, chaos, and a whole lot of determination and turn them into something meaningful.
My journey into crochet didn’t start because I wanted to become a business owner. It started because I needed an outlet. Crochet became a space where I could create, heal, focus, and express myself. During some of life’s most challenging moments, a crochet hook and a skein of yarn gave me something positive to hold onto. What began as a personal passion eventually grew into people asking for custom orders, gifts, and unique creations. Before I knew it, a hobby had evolved into a business.
Today, OddlyFnUnique Creations LLC offers handmade crochet items ranging from accessories and wearable pieces to home décor, custom blankets, personalized gifts, market bags, seasonal items, and one-of-a-kind commissioned projects. If you can dream it, there’s a good chance I’ll at least attempt to crochet it—and if it’s complicated, I’ll probably challenge myself just because someone said it couldn’t be done.
What sets my work apart is that I don’t believe handmade should mean cookie-cutter. Every piece has personality. Every stitch tells a story. I genuinely enjoy working with clients to bring their ideas to life, especially when they want something unique, meaningful, or a little outside the box. My goal isn’t just to make an item; it’s to create something that makes people smile, sparks a memory, or becomes a treasured keepsake.
One problem I help solve is finding gifts that actually mean something. In a world full of mass-produced products, people often want something personal, customized, and made with care. That’s where I come in. Whether it’s a memorial piece, a family keepsake, a custom blanket, a favorite color palette brought to life, or something completely original, I work to create items that feel personal and intentional.
What I’m most proud of isn’t a specific product—it’s the fact that I kept going. Building a business while navigating life’s ups and downs, grief, mental health challenges, family responsibilities, and everything else that comes with being human hasn’t always been easy. There were plenty of moments where quitting would have been simpler. Instead, I kept showing up, one stitch at a time.
If there’s one thing I want people to know about me and my brand, it’s this: authenticity matters. What you see is what you get. I’m passionate, creative, occasionally stubborn, and known to laugh through the chaos. My business wasn’t built on perfection—it was built on persistence.
At OddlyFnUnique Creations LLC, every project starts with yarn, but it’s really about connection. It’s about creating something uniquely yours, supporting handmade artistry, and proving that sometimes the most beautiful things are made one imperfect stitch at a time.
And yes, I probably have enough yarn to survive several apocalypses. No, I will not be taking inventory anytime soon. 🧶😂
What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?
For me, the most rewarding part of being a creative is the freedom.
The freedom to take an idea that exists only in my head at 2 a.m. and somehow turn it into something real. The freedom to tell stories, create with my hands, solve problems, and leave little pieces of myself in everything I make. There’s something special about looking at a finished project and thinking, “Wow, that used to be nothing but a random thought.”
That said, creativity would feel a lot lonelier without the community around it. The love, encouragement, feedback, laughs, and occasional “What on earth are you working on now?” from family and friends make the journey so much more meaningful. They celebrate the wins, survive the chaos, and somehow tolerate the fact that creatives often have 47 projects started and 3,000 ideas waiting their turn.
At the end of the day, though, it’s the freedom that keeps me creating—the freedom to express myself, connect with others, and build something uniquely mine. If it makes someone smile, feel seen, or inspires them to create something of their own, that’s just the bonus magic on top. ❤️✨
Are there any books, videos, essays or other resources that have significantly impacted your management and entrepreneurial thinking and philosophy?
Absolutely.
Some of the resources that have had the biggest impact on my entrepreneurial thinking weren’t just books—they were real-life experiences, watching businesses succeed, fail, pivot, and sometimes completely reinvent themselves in public.
One lesson that shaped me deeply was learning that a brand isn’t built by never making mistakes. It’s built by how you respond when things go wrong.
I’ve spent a lot of time studying stories of businesses, creators, and entrepreneurs who went through public criticism, social media meltdowns, failed launches, reputation damage, or major setbacks. Watching people navigate those moments taught me that resilience, accountability, and adaptability are often more valuable than a perfect business plan. Sometimes the strongest version of a brand is the one rebuilt after everything falls apart.
As for books, a few that stand out are:
* The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber for understanding the difference between owning a job and building a business.
* Atomic Habits by James Clear for showing how small, consistent actions create long-term results.
* Start With Why by Simon Sinek for understanding purpose-driven leadership.
* The Lean Startup by Eric Ries for learning how to test, adapt, and evolve rather than waiting for perfection.
But if I’m being real, some of my greatest lessons didn’t come from a bookshelf. They came from rebuilding.
From having to start over.
From realizing that not everyone is meant to come with you to the next chapter.
From learning that community matters more than follower counts.
From understanding that authenticity outlasts trends.
And from recognizing that growth sometimes looks like quietly rebranding, refining your vision, and beginning again with more wisdom than you had the first time.
As a creative entrepreneur, every setback has taught me something valuable: your first version doesn’t have to be your final version. Businesses evolve. Brands evolve. People evolve. The willingness to adapt without losing your core values is what separates those who quit from those who endure.
If there’s one philosophy I carry with me, it’s this:
**You don’t have to fear starting over. Starting over with experience is often where the real magic begins.**
Contact Info:
- Instagram: oddlyfnunquecreationsllc
- Other: https://linktr.ee/oddlyfnunique
Image Credits
Myself with a tripod stand.