The Simple Things

Crafting doesn't have to be hard or intricate or expensive. The dishcloths found in my Crotchety Old Woman cost less than $1, $5 if you include the crochet hook and yarn, and uses beginning skills. Scrapbooking doesn't have to include all the wild papers, buttons, punches and glue dots; why not just a package of photo corners and a variety of pens. Recover an old throw pillow with scrap fabric sewn together casually or with a few fat quarters.
Wander through Pinterest to find ideas for projects but don't be disappointed if your results differ from the pictures online, shoot for a fun experience and perhaps something useful. If you're not making items for sale does it matter if a scarf is a bit crooked or a quilt points don't quite meet? Cookies can be just as yummy if they aren't perfectly round or the chocolate chips aren't evenly distributed.

Today I decided to re-purpose a comfy sweatshirt.

A quick cut up the center from bottom to neck and a simple surgeon the edges and I have a casual cardigan.

It's not stylish, or fancy, but it's just what I wanted, an open-front sweatshirt without a zipper and hood.

I'm quite happy with my morning craftiness.