Originally Posted by laurac
what would we do with our time away from work if we didn't quilt, crochet, embroidery, etc?
we don't want these to be lost arts. my mom started sewing, crocheting and knitting when she was about 9 years old. my sisters and i started making all our own clothes by age 13-14. we even made coats, bathing suits, curtains, etc.
i don't make clothing for myself anymore but i still love the feel of fabrics and yarn and love to accomplish something special.
Oh how I can relate to that. Just having the fabric laying on the sewing table and thinking about the upcoming project makes me feel good. Same with a new skein of yarn in a brilliant color, or my beads which come in the most gorgeous colors; all of these make me so happy. I just can't imagine not having those things in my life.