I have actually been planning to start up sewing and cross-stitch again. I have a floral Darth Vader cross-stitch pattern that makes me so happy in its beautiful ridiculousness that I'd like to finish.
Have quite the stash of yarn and a plethora of books to read. So much so that I daren't bring any more home. Last year during lockdown I started to learn Italian on Duolingo. My mom was from Italian heritage. Maybe I'll start it up again. Ciao!
I have a bag of yarn waiting to be crocheted. I should pick that up again, but it's been awhile! Anyone on here have simple but fun crochet inspiration??
May I suggest "free form embroidery" for you? Google it ... no patterns needed, just your own imagination, and a few basic embroidery stitches & supplies can make amazing projects to work on at your own speed, in your own (maybe limited) time.
I wish I had good hobbies, but I don't have patience for crafty things. I do love reading and baking, but I spend way too much time watching youtube videos instead.
I love diamond art! It’s something I started doing in the evenings ( my spouse works at 2am so I am often alone) to keep my adhd from overruling my evening lol.
No more profound words have I needed to hear (read) than “ You don’t have to justify the way you are wired.” Amen!
I love your thoughts on melancholy, as I can definitely fall into that category as well. Especially as an artist, it does feel as though some of my more meaningful creative expressions have come from that place. I think I’m almost more scared of a mountain top experience, because I know it won’t last (does that make me a glass is half empty type of person?? Haha), BUT as you said…Jesus meets us both in the times of great joy and great hardships and melancholy. I don’t need to chase after one or the other to experience God more. I just need to invite Him into my present state and allow Him to love me there.
As far as hobbies go, I already mentioned that I’ve grown to love needle felting and I would highly recommend it for anyone, no matter what you consider your artistic abilities to be! My husband and I are also attempting to learn to sew together. So far I’ve made some wonky looking scrunchies and a heating pad filled with flaxseed and dried lavender that I used all weekend and loved!
I have actually been planning to start up sewing and cross-stitch again. I have a floral Darth Vader cross-stitch pattern that makes me so happy in its beautiful ridiculousness that I'd like to finish.
I have a floral rebel symbol that I made and I absolutely love it!
That sounds amazing and so fun!! I want to see that!
We love puzzles in the winter! They whole family tries their best to find that last piece!
I took up embroidery last year and I love it! It's so satisfying, calming, simple, and rewarding!
I would love to learn hand lettering. I have all the supplies - I just need to begin 😊
Have quite the stash of yarn and a plethora of books to read. So much so that I daren't bring any more home. Last year during lockdown I started to learn Italian on Duolingo. My mom was from Italian heritage. Maybe I'll start it up again. Ciao!
I have a basket of yarn & list of little baby bonnets I’ve yet to start on this year. I plan to make it my “wintering” hobby :)
I have a bag of yarn waiting to be crocheted. I should pick that up again, but it's been awhile! Anyone on here have simple but fun crochet inspiration??
Mary Corbet from Needle 'n Thread has an awesome video library of embroidery stitches!
I’ve been cross stitching for years but have let it go. I’m going to pick that up again!
I love to learn to knit or crochet.
May I suggest "free form embroidery" for you? Google it ... no patterns needed, just your own imagination, and a few basic embroidery stitches & supplies can make amazing projects to work on at your own speed, in your own (maybe limited) time.
I wish I had good hobbies, but I don't have patience for crafty things. I do love reading and baking, but I spend way too much time watching youtube videos instead.
I’m an artist and sometimes I struggle to have patience for crafty things as well! Are there any particular videos you enjoy watching?
A variety. Homesteading/gardening videos, cooking videos, family vlogs, etc.
I love diamond art! It’s something I started doing in the evenings ( my spouse works at 2am so I am often alone) to keep my adhd from overruling my evening lol.
No more profound words have I needed to hear (read) than “ You don’t have to justify the way you are wired.” Amen!
I love your thoughts on melancholy, as I can definitely fall into that category as well. Especially as an artist, it does feel as though some of my more meaningful creative expressions have come from that place. I think I’m almost more scared of a mountain top experience, because I know it won’t last (does that make me a glass is half empty type of person?? Haha), BUT as you said…Jesus meets us both in the times of great joy and great hardships and melancholy. I don’t need to chase after one or the other to experience God more. I just need to invite Him into my present state and allow Him to love me there.
As far as hobbies go, I already mentioned that I’ve grown to love needle felting and I would highly recommend it for anyone, no matter what you consider your artistic abilities to be! My husband and I are also attempting to learn to sew together. So far I’ve made some wonky looking scrunchies and a heating pad filled with flaxseed and dried lavender that I used all weekend and loved!