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Speaker 1 (00:02):
Hello everybody, and today we're going to talk about arts
and crafts and the creativity, joy and therapeutic benefits of
working with your hands, using your creativity, and expressing yourself
through arts and crafts. So whether you are a season
crafter or a complete beginner, arts and crafts offers endless
(00:26):
possibilities for self expression, relaxation, and even skill building. So
we will explore the most popular types of arts and
crafts today, where to buy your supplies, how to get started,
the rich history of crafting, and the surprising benefits it
has for both adults and children. So let's dive in. Firstly,
(00:51):
I'd love to say that I love arts and crafts.
Some one of my favorite things to do are I
love to color. I love to create things with shells.
I've made mirrors and picture frames, I've made jewelry out
of shells. I used to be so I love to
do things with my hands. I love to be creative
(01:13):
and crafty, and unfortunately, in today's fast paced lifestyle and world,
I don't do it as much as I should. So
after after researching this podcast, I've I've decided that I
need to do that more, because it really is so
beneficial for our psyche and helps relieve stress. And there
(01:40):
are just so many other beneficial things that benefits for
you when you when you are creative. So anyway, let's
just dive in. There are endless array of arts and
crafts to explore, and the beauty of this world is
that there's something for everyone. Let's start by looking at
(02:01):
some of the most popular crafts will of course painting
and drawing. Painting remains one of the oldest and most
beloved forms of self expression. Whether it's watercolor, acrylics, or oils,
painting allows individuals to express their emotions, ideas, and observations
(02:21):
in a tangible form. Drawing, on the other hand, is
often the foundation of many other arts. Whether it's sketching,
charcoal or pencil drawing, it's all about creating forms, shadows,
and compositions. Let's talk about knitting and crocheting. I think
this is probably one of the oldest forms if I'm
(02:45):
maybe wrong, but let's find out. These fiber arts have
made a major comeback in recent years. Both knitting and
crocheine involve creating fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with
needles or hooks. The possibilities are endless from socks, blankets, scarves, sweaters,
(03:06):
or even home decor. These crafts can be relaxing and meditative,
especially when done with soft, colorful yarns. Scrap Booking and
paper crafts. I never got into this, but man, about
fifteen years ago, scrap booking was all of the rage.
Scrapbooking involves the art of preserving personal memories through photos, journaling,
(03:30):
and decorative paper elements. Paper Crafts also include card making, origami,
and paper sculpture. With all the beautiful paper options available,
it's a craft that allows for endless creativity. Pottery is
a timeless craft that involves shaping clay into functional or
decorative objects. Whether you're making bowls, mugs, or intricate sculptures,
(03:54):
the tactile experience of working with clay is both satisfying
and calming. Jewelry making or creating your own jewelry allows
for personalization and customization. You can design necklaces, earrings, bracelets,
and rings with beads, metals, and stones. This is a
great craft for those looking to make unique gifts or accessories.
(04:20):
Sewing allows you to create everything from clothing to home
decor items like pillows, curtains, and bags. Embroidery, the art
of decorating fabric with needle and thread, is also enjoying
a resurgence. It's a craft that combines technique with creativity.
Woodworking for those who love working with their hands. Woodworking
(04:43):
is a fantastic craft. Building anything from small decorative items
to large furniture pieces allows for a real sense of accomplishment.
The combination of creativity and problem solving in woodworking makes
it in rewarding. Hobby and DIY home decor, from upcycling
furniture to creating your own wal art. DIY home decor
(05:07):
is fun way to personalize your space. Many people turn
to arts and crafts to give old furniture a new
life or make their own home accessories like candle holders,
picture frames, or wreaths. So if you want to get
started in arts and crafts, where should you buy your supplies? Well,
local craft stores stores like Michael's, Joanne Fabrics, and Hobby
(05:31):
Lobby are staples for crafters. They carry a wide variety
of supplies for nearly every craft paint, yarn, fabric, clay, beads,
and much more. You can also find kits for beginners
that makes it easy to get started, and they have
classes lots of DIY classes to learn various crafts. Online
(05:55):
retailers if you prefer shopping from the comfort of your home,
website like Amazon, Etsy, and specially craft shops have everything
you could need. These sites are great for finding unique,
high quality materials, especially if you're working on a specialized
project like scrapbooking or custom jewelry making. For those who
(06:17):
love upcycling and recycling, second hand stores can be treasure
troves of craft supplies. You can often find fabrics, vintage
bush buttons, old jewelry, and even furniture to repurpose for
more advanced projects. Or if you're looking for specific materials
like high quality paint or professional sketch books, art supply
(06:41):
stores are the way to go. These stores carry everything
from oil paints to caligraphy tools to find paper. Visiting
local farmers' markets and fares can offer unique supplies that
you won't find anywhere else. You can buy handmade yarns,
pottery are locally sourced materials like wood and textiles. So
(07:05):
what do you need to get started? Let's talk about paint.
For painting, you'll need basic brushes, paints, watercolors, acrylics or oils,
a palate, canvas or watercolor paper, and an easel. If
you're working on larger pieces, it's also helpful to have
water solvents to clean brushes, along with rags for blotting
(07:26):
and cleaning. Knitting and crocheting. To get started with knitting
or crosette shame, you'll need yarn and needles or crochet hooks.
Yarn comes in various thicknesses, and different projects require different sizes.
If you're knitting, start with a basic pair of needles.
For crosette shay, you'll need hooks in various sizes depending
(07:49):
on the project. For scrap booking, start with a good
quality album, patterned paper, glue or adhesive, scissors, and embellishments
like stickers, washy tape, and stamps. Basic stamping, ink and
letter stickers are essential for personalizing pages. For pottery, it
(08:10):
requires a pottery wheel if you're interested in wheel throwing,
hand tools for shaping glazes, and access to a kiln
for firing the clay. You can start with air dried
clay if you don't have access to a kiln. If
you're interested in jewelry making, you'll need beads wires, pliers, clasps,
(08:30):
and beadmat For metal work, you may need tools like
smoldering irons and metal colors cutters. For sewing, a basic
sewing kit includes fabric sewing needles, thread pins, scissors, and
a sewing machine. If you're looking for faster results, embroidery
kits typically come with fabric embroidery thread and needles. For
(08:55):
basic woodworking, tools include saws, hammers, nails, screw cruise, wood, glue,
and sandpaper. If you're building fur furniture, you'll need specialized
tools like drills, clamps, and wood finishes. Excuse me, now,
let's talk about the history of arts and craft The
(09:15):
history of arts and crafts stretches back thousands of years.
In ancient civilization, crafting was not just a hobby bust,
but a necessity. Early humans created pottery, textiles, and tools
out of a necessity, using what they had to survive
and express themselves. As societies grew, so did their need
(09:35):
for art and decoration. The Arts and Crafts movement of
the late nineteenth century, which began in Britain, focused on
a return to handmade goods and opposed the mass production
of the Industrial Revolution. Influential figures like William Morris championed
the idea of quality craftsmanship and the beauty of hand
crafted objects. This movement spread globally, influencing architecture, design and decor.
(10:03):
Beyond the fund and creativity, arts and crafts come with
numerous benefits for both adults and children, stress relief, skill development,
mental health, enhance creativity, improve focus in patience, and social connections.
Arts and crafts are more than just hobbies. They are
a way to express yourself, unwind, and connect with others.
(10:26):
Whether you're planning to paint, knit, or experiment with pottery,
crafting offers a unique blend of creativity, relaxation, and personal growth.
The materials are easily accessible and the possibilities are endless,
So get out there and craft.
Hello everybody, and today we're going to talk about arts
and crafts and the creativity, joy and therapeutic benefits of
working with your hands, using your creativity, and expressing yourself
through arts and crafts. So whether you are a season
crafter or a complete beginner, arts and crafts offers endless
(00:26):
possibilities for self expression, relaxation, and even skill building. So
we will explore the most popular types of arts and
crafts today, where to buy your supplies, how to get started,
the rich history of crafting, and the surprising benefits it
has for both adults and children. So let's dive in. Firstly,
(00:51):
I'd love to say that I love arts and crafts.
Some one of my favorite things to do are I
love to color. I love to create things with shells.
I've made mirrors and picture frames, I've made jewelry out
of shells. I used to be so I love to
do things with my hands. I love to be creative
(01:13):
and crafty, and unfortunately, in today's fast paced lifestyle and world,
I don't do it as much as I should. So
after after researching this podcast, I've I've decided that I
need to do that more, because it really is so
beneficial for our psyche and helps relieve stress. And there
(01:40):
are just so many other beneficial things that benefits for
you when you when you are creative. So anyway, let's
just dive in. There are endless array of arts and
crafts to explore, and the beauty of this world is
that there's something for everyone. Let's start by looking at
(02:01):
some of the most popular crafts will of course painting
and drawing. Painting remains one of the oldest and most
beloved forms of self expression. Whether it's watercolor, acrylics, or oils,
painting allows individuals to express their emotions, ideas, and observations
(02:21):
in a tangible form. Drawing, on the other hand, is
often the foundation of many other arts. Whether it's sketching,
charcoal or pencil drawing, it's all about creating forms, shadows,
and compositions. Let's talk about knitting and crocheting. I think
this is probably one of the oldest forms if I'm
(02:45):
maybe wrong, but let's find out. These fiber arts have
made a major comeback in recent years. Both knitting and
crocheine involve creating fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with
needles or hooks. The possibilities are endless from socks, blankets, scarves, sweaters,
(03:06):
or even home decor. These crafts can be relaxing and meditative,
especially when done with soft, colorful yarns. Scrap Booking and
paper crafts. I never got into this, but man, about
fifteen years ago, scrap booking was all of the rage.
Scrapbooking involves the art of preserving personal memories through photos, journaling,
(03:30):
and decorative paper elements. Paper Crafts also include card making, origami,
and paper sculpture. With all the beautiful paper options available,
it's a craft that allows for endless creativity. Pottery is
a timeless craft that involves shaping clay into functional or
decorative objects. Whether you're making bowls, mugs, or intricate sculptures,
(03:54):
the tactile experience of working with clay is both satisfying
and calming. Jewelry making or creating your own jewelry allows
for personalization and customization. You can design necklaces, earrings, bracelets,
and rings with beads, metals, and stones. This is a
great craft for those looking to make unique gifts or accessories.
(04:20):
Sewing allows you to create everything from clothing to home
decor items like pillows, curtains, and bags. Embroidery, the art
of decorating fabric with needle and thread, is also enjoying
a resurgence. It's a craft that combines technique with creativity.
Woodworking for those who love working with their hands. Woodworking
(04:43):
is a fantastic craft. Building anything from small decorative items
to large furniture pieces allows for a real sense of accomplishment.
The combination of creativity and problem solving in woodworking makes
it in rewarding. Hobby and DIY home decor, from upcycling
furniture to creating your own wal art. DIY home decor
(05:07):
is fun way to personalize your space. Many people turn
to arts and crafts to give old furniture a new
life or make their own home accessories like candle holders,
picture frames, or wreaths. So if you want to get
started in arts and crafts, where should you buy your supplies? Well,
local craft stores stores like Michael's, Joanne Fabrics, and Hobby
(05:31):
Lobby are staples for crafters. They carry a wide variety
of supplies for nearly every craft paint, yarn, fabric, clay, beads,
and much more. You can also find kits for beginners
that makes it easy to get started, and they have
classes lots of DIY classes to learn various crafts. Online
(05:55):
retailers if you prefer shopping from the comfort of your home,
website like Amazon, Etsy, and specially craft shops have everything
you could need. These sites are great for finding unique,
high quality materials, especially if you're working on a specialized
project like scrapbooking or custom jewelry making. For those who
(06:17):
love upcycling and recycling, second hand stores can be treasure
troves of craft supplies. You can often find fabrics, vintage
bush buttons, old jewelry, and even furniture to repurpose for
more advanced projects. Or if you're looking for specific materials
like high quality paint or professional sketch books, art supply
(06:41):
stores are the way to go. These stores carry everything
from oil paints to caligraphy tools to find paper. Visiting
local farmers' markets and fares can offer unique supplies that
you won't find anywhere else. You can buy handmade yarns,
pottery are locally sourced materials like wood and textiles. So
(07:05):
what do you need to get started? Let's talk about paint.
For painting, you'll need basic brushes, paints, watercolors, acrylics or oils,
a palate, canvas or watercolor paper, and an easel. If
you're working on larger pieces, it's also helpful to have
water solvents to clean brushes, along with rags for blotting
(07:26):
and cleaning. Knitting and crocheting. To get started with knitting
or crosette shame, you'll need yarn and needles or crochet hooks.
Yarn comes in various thicknesses, and different projects require different sizes.
If you're knitting, start with a basic pair of needles.
For crosette shay, you'll need hooks in various sizes depending
(07:49):
on the project. For scrap booking, start with a good
quality album, patterned paper, glue or adhesive, scissors, and embellishments
like stickers, washy tape, and stamps. Basic stamping, ink and
letter stickers are essential for personalizing pages. For pottery, it
(08:10):
requires a pottery wheel if you're interested in wheel throwing,
hand tools for shaping glazes, and access to a kiln
for firing the clay. You can start with air dried
clay if you don't have access to a kiln. If
you're interested in jewelry making, you'll need beads wires, pliers, clasps,
(08:30):
and beadmat For metal work, you may need tools like
smoldering irons and metal colors cutters. For sewing, a basic
sewing kit includes fabric sewing needles, thread pins, scissors, and
a sewing machine. If you're looking for faster results, embroidery
kits typically come with fabric embroidery thread and needles. For
(08:55):
basic woodworking, tools include saws, hammers, nails, screw cruise, wood, glue,
and sandpaper. If you're building fur furniture, you'll need specialized
tools like drills, clamps, and wood finishes. Excuse me, now,
let's talk about the history of arts and craft The
(09:15):
history of arts and crafts stretches back thousands of years.
In ancient civilization, crafting was not just a hobby bust,
but a necessity. Early humans created pottery, textiles, and tools
out of a necessity, using what they had to survive
and express themselves. As societies grew, so did their need
(09:35):
for art and decoration. The Arts and Crafts movement of
the late nineteenth century, which began in Britain, focused on
a return to handmade goods and opposed the mass production
of the Industrial Revolution. Influential figures like William Morris championed
the idea of quality craftsmanship and the beauty of hand
crafted objects. This movement spread globally, influencing architecture, design and decor.
(10:03):
Beyond the fund and creativity, arts and crafts come with
numerous benefits for both adults and children, stress relief, skill development,
mental health, enhance creativity, improve focus in patience, and social connections.
Arts and crafts are more than just hobbies. They are
a way to express yourself, unwind, and connect with others.
(10:26):
Whether you're planning to paint, knit, or experiment with pottery,
crafting offers a unique blend of creativity, relaxation, and personal growth.
The materials are easily accessible and the possibilities are endless,
So get out there and craft.
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