Why Crafts

Throughout time, humans have made things with their hands. They were feeling each part of the item with their fingers. The texture, the temperature of the material, even the hardness of it. That raw form, waiting to be made into something else. Wood waiting to be cut, carved and pieced together. Fabric to be cut and sewn into a beautiful outfit or blanket. Clay anxious to be sculpted into a practical everyday dish or a gorgeous piece of art. The materials anymore are endless in the way of what can be done with what, especially with the advent of synthetics. Plastics, polymers, and other synthetic materials have led to a boom in the countless creations that can be crafted. With all of this availability, the question at hand remains. Why crafts?


To me, it’s simple, why not crafts? Crafts help me to relax, to unwind after a long day of “adulting.” I can sit down and work on designing an item, getting the materials together, and making the item. Or I can watch some videos on a new craft or method to do an art piece I already know and put that new knowledge into practice using that new skill. Crafting is more than just making some cute little trinket. It’s learning skills to help make everyday items that are useful and fun to look at or show off.

I know a lot of people use crafts as a way to unwind only. Something to do while watching “The Masked Singer” or whatever show they like. Me, I just craft not only to relax but to learn and improve my skillset. I use it to exercise my mind and to be proud of what I have created. I am proud of what I create, whether it is the first time or making it over fifty times. I make them and step back and look at what I have created.

Crafts is a way to learn, grow, and create new creations. To admire your accomplishment and to grow from your failures and try again. Crafting isn’t for everyone initially, but with the right tools, materials, and mindset, you can create incredible creations. All you have to do is just try it. You might just find your new favorite thing to do. If you don’t like it, well, this is always fishing. That’s all for now. I hope you enjoyed this little wild thought. Until Next time, Happy thoughts to you all!