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Rising Stars: Meet Sinem Sipahi of Jacksonville

Today we’d like to introduce you to Sinem Sipahi

Hi Sinem, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
Sure! My journey with Bosphorus Crochet started because I love handmade crafts and creating unique crochet designs. I have always enjoyed making things with my hands. At first, I made crochet pieces for my friends and family.

I started this business with my sister-in-law Esra Sipahi, and we work together. As more people wanted our products, we decided to turn our hobby into a small business. We focus on crochet bags, blankets, and children’s items. We sell online and at local markets, where we meet customers who love handmade designs.

Today, Bosphorus Crochet is growing, and we are happy to share our work with others. It has been a great journey with challenges and learning experiences. We are very thankful for the support from our customers and community.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
No, it hasn’t always been a smooth road. Like any small business, we have faced many challenges. In the beginning, it was hard to find the right materials and learn how to price our products. We also had to figure out how to reach customers and grow our business.

Another challenge was time management. Since we make everything by hand, it takes a lot of time to complete orders while also managing social media and sales.

Despite these struggles, we never gave up. We kept learning, improving, and working hard. Now, we are proud of how far we have come, and we are excited for the future!

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
At Bosphorus Crochet, we create handmade crochet bags, blankets, and children’s items. We specialize in unique, high-quality designs made with care and attention to detail. Our customers love our products because they are stylish, durable, and one-of-a-kind.

We are most proud of the love and effort we put into every piece. Seeing happy customers who appreciate our handmade work makes everything worth it.

What sets us apart is our traditional craftsmanship combined with modern designs. Each item is made with patience and skill, not mass-produced. We also work closely with our customers to create custom pieces that match their style.

Our goal is to keep growing while staying true to our handmade roots and sharing our passion with more people!

How can people work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
We sell our crochet bags, blankets, and children’s items at AR Market, and we are looking for more great markets to reach new customers.

Pricing:

  • Crochet Bags – Starting at $40 (price varies by size and design)
  • Children’s Items – Starting at $25 (
  • Custom Orders – Pricing depends on design, materials, and size
  • Blankets – Starting at $100

Contact Info:

  • Instagram: @bosphorus_crochet
  • Facebook: Bosphorus Crochet
  • Other: @crochetmayaatlas

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