Julie Likley is a crochet designer, artist, and founder of Hands of Zeal Crochet. With a focus on wearable art that merges function, creativity, and craftsmanship, Julie’s designs range from beginner-friendly patterns to couture runway pieces. Her work has been showcased at Swim Week of the Palm Beaches and multiple fashion shows, where she continues to push the boundaries of crochet as fashion. Alongside her design work, Julie collaborates with brands, runs a successful YouTube channel, and offers digital crochet patterns through Etsy and her website. Deeply passionate about inspiring others, she empowers makers to embrace self-expression, sustainability, and the fulfillment of creating by hand.