Jul 31 2008
Is crafting a lost art?
When I was eight years old my aunt, who I was living with at the time decided it was high time she taught me how to knit. I’m pretty sure that’s when the crafting bug hit me. Since then, not only have I continued on with my knitting, but I now also do scrapbooking, plastic canvas, sewing, quilting, and making home made jewelry.
When I try to talk to other people about crafting, I normally get a very blank look. This is why I am wondering if crafting has become a lost art. There are not a lot of craft stores in our area and trying to find crafting magazines around here is like pulling teeth.
I would really like to teach my children how to do some of the crafts that I do. But I honestly have to wonder if it would be a huge waste of my time. So here’s my question to all you people. Is crafting becoming a lost art or am I just not meeting the people who do participate in this form of art?
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Crafting is alive and well. If you haven’t seen etsy.com yet, you should stop by. Everything on the site (except supplies and vintage items) is handcrafted. There are forums, too, where you can talk about your craft, as well as workshops.
You are NOT alone
i am not into crafts, but definitely, i think it is alive especially with the little girls. my 13 year old niece loves to make crafts, mostly necklaces and bracelets. and, i am a fan of handcrafted jewelry, i tend to wear handmade jewelry given as presents than those that are bought in jewelry stores.