Knitting, sewing and crocheting



Gorgeous dress sewn and worn by the very elegant casey

 #2 Learn how to do at least one of the following: Knitting, sewing or crocheting.  I know many people, too many really, who feel that these skills are beneath them, and for the life of me I cannot understand why.  These skills are indispensable and irreplaceable.  They are among the most valueable weapons in life's arsenal. 

Nothing beats the satisfaction you get from making a garment and wearing it beautifully, except the feeling you get when someone compliments you on that garment. 



Butterfly dress by Charles James

And the possibilities are only limited by your own vision.

Knitting and crocheting are great for those creative types who need to keep their hands busy on the go.  Once you get a couple of the basic stitches down there is so much you can make.

And sewing is the most demanding art form ever, yes art form.  It is an art that begins in three dimensions, has to be broken down into two dimensions, is built usually entirely out of two dimensional materials, but in the end it has to stand in three dimensional form.  It is the only art form that requires you to break it down and build it back up in differnet dimensions.

And in this day, in this economy, these skills will save you so much money and could even make you some.  If you are looking for inspiration just check out some of my favorite blogs in the side bar.

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