Susan Pinner grew up in a home that was always full of paint, paper, clay, fabric and yarn. After attending art college in Birmingham, she worked mainly as a self-employed designer, pattern maker and illustrator. She has been a regular exhibitor at craft shows for many years and has her own workshop producing children's wear, bridal wear, hats and dolls. She has taught crafts at City & Guilds level and creative design in a mental health unit, helping patients prepare to return to work. She is the author of Granny Squares, and Granny Squares & Shapes, both published by GMC Publications. Sue is a keen blogger and records her latest thoughts and creations at shropshirescrappersuz.blogspot.co.uk