Living My Dream

Hi, I’m Marso, a French Canadian who loves surfing and crocheting! A few years ago, I decided to chase my dream of surfing and left my family home to travel across the country in my van. Living the vanlife has allowed me to embrace a simple and nomadic lifestyle, fulfilling a childhood dream that I truly love. While this way of life brings me lots of happiness, it also presents the challenge of finding ways to work while traveling. Spending so much time on the road led me to the idea of starting my own crochet brand.

Discovering the Art of Crochet

In 2021, I started Marsombrero, turning my passion for crochet into a way of life. It all began with a hat! I couldn’t find one I liked in stores, so I made my own. People loved it and began asking for their own, which sparked my love for creating custom pieces. As a self-taught crocheter, I have mastered techniques through personal exploration and lots of trial and error. Every piece I make is truly unique and tells a story of the places I’ve been.

my values

Embracing Simplicity & Sustainability

I like simple things. I value our planet Earth, and living outside with nature makes me want to be even more responsible. That’s why sustainability is at the core of Marsombrero. Everything I create is handmade by me, and I ensure that every aspect of my brand reflects this commitment to sustainability. From the materials I choose, to the packaging I use, I want to minimize my environmental impact.

My brand is based on
custom products, and I recently started documenting my process. A new passion of mine is creating patterns so people can create their own pieces at home. I write my patterns as simply as possible with pictures to make them easy to follow. Since then, I’ve been challenging myself with new designs and new items, which has only fueled my creativity further.

My vision

Sharing My Passion for Crochet

My vision for Marsombrero is to continue creating unique, sustainable pieces while sharing my passion for crochet with others. I've discovered a love for teaching and want to inspire more people to embrace this beautiful craft. Moving forward, I aim to create accessible patterns and teach crochet techniques, empowering others to craft their own pieces and build a community of makers who appreciate the art of crochet.