Which new craft should I do?
I have tried knitting, but it took to long to see a result. I would knit for a long time and have not much to show for it.
I have tried and loved crocheting, but I just crocheted a lot for holiday gifts and now want to try something new before I go right back to it.
I was looking into weaving, but to start it, it is very expensive without a garuntee if you like it or not. Looms start at 0 and I am not sure that I would spend that much if I was not sure if I like it or not.
I do scrapbooking every once in a while, when I have to do it for special events or projects.
I just found some old latch hook rugs that I did not finish so I have been working on those but I am almost done with them, so I hope I can find something new soon!
I do not like sewing at all. Expecially by hand, but I have recieved a sewing machine awhile ago. I just have nothing to sew.
I have also tried the knitting machines, which I could not stand at all because the end result was not worth the money you pay for the knitting loom at all and as gifts, people have said that they would prefer handmade.
As you can see, I have tried a lot of crafts just because I love to make and learn new things that is along the lines of yarn. I love to work with yarn of any type. So if there is any craft that you may think I might be interested in just by reading this question, please tell me! Anything that you answer will be greatly appreciated, THANK YOU!
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June 11th, 2009 at 2:42 am
Since you seem to like yarn crafts, try drop spinning. The kits can be found for 15 to 20 dollars or you can make your own fairly easily. The kits usually include wool, drop spindle, and instructions. Here is a link to how to do it….
http://www.handspinning.com/lollipops/spininst.htm
If you type in drop spindles on yahoo under images it gives you several pictures of what they look like. And since you said you like to crochet, this would make a project all yours from start to finish.
June 11th, 2009 at 2:42 am
Why don't you try making cards! You can use all sorts of recycled materials and scraps of just about any paper, ribbon, or even yarns! Take a trip to a good scrapbook store, or check your local craft retailer! There are always great ideas there! When you are finished, you will have great cards to send to friends and family for whatever occasion you want!
–Have fun!
June 11th, 2009 at 2:42 am
Look on this site it has lots of cool crafts and you should be able to find something you'd like to try.
http://www.craftster.org
June 11th, 2009 at 2:42 am
with the knitting, what size yarn and needles did you use. the smaller the yarn, the longer it takes to make something. try a bulky weight yarn with size 11 needles.
here is a site that will give you a hand on tips and such.
knittinghelp.com
here are some site that have a million free patterns for both knit and crochet.
knittingdaily.com
berroco.com
coatsandclark.com
crochetpatterncentral.com
dailyknitter.com
garnstudio.com
knitpicks.com
knittingpatterncentral.com
knitty.com
lionbrand.com
bernat.com
dailycrocheter.com
June 11th, 2009 at 2:42 am
There is also crewel embroidery (which would use yarn you have on hand) or counted cross stitch (which would be very cheap to start up). For counted cross stitch patterns on hand you could use the graphs you have left from your latch hook rugs. You can usually get the threads for the counted cross stitch for 4 for a $1 and sometimes even better deals. The aida cloth is pretty inexpensive as well. the smaller the number the larger your square to work over.
Good luck!
June 11th, 2009 at 2:42 am
Why not try something different. I love to quilt. If you would like more information on quilting, go to http://www.appliquequiltdesigns.com