How I started with my crafts...and why I teach

I started such a long long time ago.  I saw a paper cutting pattern in a  magazine.  I thought it was beautiful.  Then I would collect Hallmark wrapping paper, (this is before scrapbooking) and cut out every image, layer them up and create cards. I also learned how to sew, knit, and more during the summers I spent with my grandma.  I remember she once made me a crazy quilt out of silk and satin.  It also had pieces of dresses I wore when I was little.  Before giving it to me, she embroidered messages to me on it.  Best memory!

 

After I had my son, I made crafts because it was a way to earn extra money.  I also realized how valuable it was to me to give a personalized, hand-crafted gift to   the special people in my life.

 

 

 

After a while, I started teaching people, especially people that said they could NOT craft.  I found that by breaking down the elements of a project and taking it slow,  they were able to find confidence in their abilities.  I have a group of ten who said they were "not crafty" making 3d projects and cards every month.