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Title: What kind of crafts do you enjoy?
Post by: minervaspirit on April 13, 2013, 12:18:09 pm
I love doing just about anything that lets me be creative.  Mostly it's related to fiber in some way: art quilting, mixed media, knitting.  I've also been designing and selling earrings - instant gratification and they sell better on Etsy too!  :)  What is everybody else into?
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Post by: patycake56 on April 13, 2013, 12:21:40 pm
Crossstitch i love it it keeps my mind occupyed
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Post by: bowrunner on April 13, 2013, 01:49:32 pm
I am so very untalented but I used to enjoy knitting.  I haven't knitted anything in a very long time.  I did cross stitch years and years ago.
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Post by: jstein2 on April 13, 2013, 02:08:10 pm
I have thought about making jewelry and selling it for extra income.  I have never tried though.
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Post by: vickysue on April 13, 2013, 04:18:30 pm
What ever trips my trigger. Right now i am into growing and painting gourds. But i have some angels ready to be sewn up, also some felt animals the kiddies like. And getting ready for my garden too. I love crafting.
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Post by: bretay on April 13, 2013, 04:24:10 pm
knitting,crochet,sewing,beading
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Post by: tea4me on April 13, 2013, 05:23:27 pm
Latch-hook rugs, needlepoint, simple sewing, scrapbooking, simple & fast crafts
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Post by: sharg on April 13, 2013, 07:01:48 pm
 :) I love crafting and tried so many things that my house is filled with a mix of material from fabric, to ceramics ,beads, wires, sewing machines and other supplies that I think will one day use.  I go through phase where I enjoy doing sewing and go full speed ahead and then if something doesn't go as I expect or something more exciting comes along I am onto the next craft.
I also love to get my kids involeved and the past year my 10 year old son sewed all his gifts.  He made pjs, pillows, and even a cuddle blanket.  So proud of him.
Lately I have spent a lot of time making jewelry.   I have sold it but during the past year I have been giving it away for gifts or donations.
I hope to get more focused and start selling my jewelry again.
Happy Crafting
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Post by: twelton on April 14, 2013, 06:47:22 am
When I have time I like to embrodiery, cross stitch, needlepoint with the plastic canvas, jewelry making.  :)
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Post by: nhendrickson on April 14, 2013, 07:14:28 am
I like doing mixed media arts and crafts.  I wish I had more sewing skills etc to work with fiber arts though because I really like them.
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Post by: cneimsn on April 14, 2013, 07:14:52 am
Crocheting is my thing.  I've done everything from hand bags to dollies to booties.  Almost anything can be crocheted if you think about it.  Its fun and relaxing.
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Post by: ljrjess69 on April 14, 2013, 09:09:46 am
i guess i like sewing i seem to do alot of that. :dog:
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Post by: 6265AT99 on April 14, 2013, 09:22:30 am
I love doing just about anything that lets me be creative.  Mostly it's related to fiber in some way: art quilting, mixed media, knitting.  I've also been designing and selling earrings - instant gratification and they sell better on Etsy too!  :)  What is everybody else into?

I, like you, love doing anything creative so I love crocheting, knitting, designing floral pieces, especially those you can hang on a wall.  But, one of my all time favorites was making beautiful butterflies and dragonflies out of empty 2 ltr. soda bottles!!  It's amazing the fantastic things you can make with just ordinary things!!!!
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Post by: Delphyne on April 14, 2013, 05:11:15 pm
Oh gosh.  There are so many crafty things I do.  I make hair clips, christmas ornaments, clothes, and even roach clips.  I have an etsy store, but not much is on there. 


Painting, holiday stuff, sewing, jewelry. I love creating any type of crafts.  If I had a pottery wheel, I would create with clay!

 :bunny:
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Post by: tammypete on April 14, 2013, 05:53:15 pm
I enjoy crocheting, sewing, and easy woodwork!
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Post by: CHANEYLAKEGIRL on April 14, 2013, 07:00:51 pm
I enjoy sewing, I would really like to learn knitting and crochet also.
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Post by: cashrose on April 14, 2013, 07:01:54 pm
I love doing just about anything that lets me be creative.  Mostly it's related to fiber in some way: art quilting, mixed media, knitting.  I've also been designing and selling earrings - instant gratification and they sell better on Etsy too!  :)  What is everybody else into?
That is great... i love everything to try. Now adays i enjoy sewing,quilting,gardening,from inside out i enjoyed very much. I also
enjoy playing sports tennis. I would say that whatever you could put your hands on i am pretty much enjoyed them. I wished i have
partner here that we could do these things together and it would be more much enjoyable... :thumbsup: :heart:
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Post by: paints on April 14, 2013, 07:16:37 pm
I bought some books several years ago called Trash to Treasure. There are so many ideas in them! I make ornaments for the Christmas tree, and jewelry.

I also paint pictures on glass or wood.

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Post by: sanglee on April 14, 2013, 07:27:28 pm
im into computers and dvd mostly, i like messing with programs and watching old school tv shows
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Post by: pkrahmer on April 14, 2013, 07:40:54 pm
years ago i enjoyed knitting crocheting. Most recently I like card making . I also like counted cross stitch. :wave: :peace:
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Post by: tbosworth1 on April 14, 2013, 08:38:05 pm
I am not very talented when it comes to crafts even though I do like to try new things from time to time.  I do enjoy doing latch hook, painting (easy things like sun catchers or ornaments) and simple crafts with kids. 
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Post by: gaylasue on April 15, 2013, 08:18:33 am
I just finished up Sunbonnet Sue baby quilt that I embroidered.  I got a lot done on at while sitting with my mother in the hospital.  I am working on some cross stitch baby bibs now.  I will have a new niece or nephew in October.
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Post by: alice44 on April 15, 2013, 08:58:16 am
I enjoy cross stitch, embroidery, and crocheting.  Also, any other little craft that I can use.  My problem is - what do I do with all the stuff when I'm done????  ???
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Post by: southernhorizons on April 15, 2013, 09:07:14 am
I like woodworking and painting best. I enjoy doing small items like magnets and ornaments. I just wish I could get some sales on Etsy!
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Post by: karenkowalczyk on April 15, 2013, 11:50:04 am
 :) anything with my kids because i know they enjoy a craft to keep them from getting bored with the same old routine.
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Post by: nguzman1 on April 15, 2013, 02:14:13 pm
I love sewing on my machine and making all kinds of stuff.
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Post by: Liquidfire_43 on April 15, 2013, 05:32:54 pm
Starcraft? lol jk.... I don't really have much time crafting... But I did a lot of crafting in my electronics (aka wood shop since that what's 95% of the project is based on balsa wood)... My group made a claw device to pick up stuff and other stuff you can make with wood
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Post by: minervaspirit on April 15, 2013, 06:47:23 pm
I enjoy cross stitch, embroidery, and crocheting.  Also, any other little craft that I can use.  My problem is - what do I do with all the stuff when I'm done????  ???

Alice - here's some ideas for you as to what to do with your finished projects.
Cross stitch (which I love too btw)  make small items such as book marks, xstitch for personalized little thank you gifts.
Crochet - check to see if you have a "Quilting for Others" or "Project Linus" chapter near you.  These are organizations that collect hand made blankets, either quilted, knitted or crocheted, for needy babies.
Some hospitals also need crocheted baby caps for preemies especially. Especially the public hospitals (like County) might need them more.
Also Veteran's Hospitals are a good place to donate hand knit or hand crocheted items:  hats, scarves, lap blankets and so on.
I'll add more as I think of them -