My daughter is a creative genius. Hmm, I wonder where she got it from? LOL!! She graduated from FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology) in NYC. She has been designing her own line of jewelry for about a year and a half now. She also wants to design her own denim line. This past summer I started teaching myself how to crochet. I have completed a few scarves for myself. I made one for a client and her daughter - Johnny, a friend. One night, while visiting a friend, another friend took the dusty green scarf I made for myself right off my neck, saying she loved it. I said take it -- it's yours. I have been reading books on knitting and will also be teaching myself how to to that, too. Soon after I will be teaching myself weaving and embroidering. Who knows, perhaps pottery will be next. Creating things with ones hands is a wonderful way to self-express. 
Recently I came across a fiber art form called freeform crochet and knitting (bka scrumbling). My mouth dropped to the floor because of its sheer beauty. There is no end to the designs you can make - from garments to jewelry. You are only limited by your own imagination. No rules. No patterns -- just doing own thing. I totally love that idea. Although following a pattern is still a great way to creating something magnificent - a hat, sweater, scarf, coat, poncho, or shawl. What a charming way to live. Cheers!!
I love crafty people! I wish I had more time for my crafts. Maybe when I retire. ;)
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Cathy -- I think it does a spirit good to find the time to craft whether sculpting, painting, crocheting, knitting, pottery, or writing. I have always thought of myself as a creative person - just never found niche until fairly recent. Good Luck and Cheers!!
DeleteI can't wait to see all the things you make. And good for your daughter, I hope she becomes one hot designer.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back to blog world my dear! And Cheers! Hahahha had to add that.
As my daughter says to me, "You crazy lady." It's good to be back. I definately missed blogosphere. I haven't forgotten about your scarf Terry. Cheers my very good friend!!
ReplyDeleteI want you to make scarves and sell them... not give them to me. Are you going to do reviews not that you are back?
DeleteI will sell my wares, but I believe that a person should give away to make sure the cuppeth always runneth over. The only thing I have time for reviewing right now is my life -- LOL! -- seriously. Cheers!!
DeleteHi bobbybegood! I'm glad you left a comment on my blog because through it I was able to access your own blog. Unfortunately, your icon on my sidebar's Google Friend Connect does not contain a link to your blog.
ReplyDeleteI am in no way tech savvy. You probably can fanaggle your way around and find the link. If not, can you tell me what I need to do so that I can link my site to be found on Google Friend Connect? Have a wonderful holiday. Cheers!!
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