Art and Crafting for the Beginner
Art...just do it! Art and crafting should be fun, however there are a couple of things that can be off-putting to the starting crafter. For beginning any craft why go out and buy the best art supplies / materials only to find you don't really like that craft much at all? Art is an exploratory process for beginners, finding out what you like and what you don't, and finding what comes more naturally when it comes to technique. Recycle When you start to craft, the price of things can be prohibitive. That's why its good to 'improvise' with what you have about the house or using cheaper storebought supplies. This way you become resourceful and more creative. I quite often use 'kid supplies' - cheap materials. I like the 'silk purse from sow's ear' idea. Some things you may have to buy but when you are beginning let those things be 'all purpose' materials. Another thing that can put you off is your lack of confidence. The only way to g