Lisa Gentry, a Louisiana resident who grew up in Germany, is a knit and crochet designer and teacher whose work has appeared in books and magazines nationwide. She was awarded the title of "Fastest Crocheter" by Guinness World Records in 2005. Lisa was also once named America's fastest knitter by the Craft Yarn Council of America. In addition to her designs on LeisureArts.com, Lisa's creations can be seen on her Web site, HookandNeedle.com, and on Ravelry.com.