Amanda Elias is the designer behind MossGirlCrochet, where she creates modern tapestry crochet patterns that blend together creativity, symbolism, and personal expression. Born in Brazil and raised in the United States, Amanda first learned to crochet at age 11. After years of picking it up and putting it down, she returned to the craft with renewed purpose ? seeking to make art that feels intentional, inspiring, and resonant. As an immigrant and third-culture kid, Amanda identifies as a citizen of the world and hopes that her work inspires love, compassion, and the courage to speak out against injustice. Through her growing online community, she shares her patterns and creative process at @mossgirlcrochet.