[Nfb-krafters-korner] In Search of a New Craft

[Dixie]

Hmmm, treasures?  How about a beaded treasure chest?




 Dixie
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[mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Theresa Taylor
Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 5:47 PM
To: List for blind crafters and artists
Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] In Search of a New Craft

Welcome Karen,

I have found this list to be exciting and a great way to get help with old
projects or learn new techniques.
I use the knifty knitter and I love it. There are some great books on
bookshare with beginning projects. The website that sells the product also
has some great instructions.
I also knit with needles and again I have learned a great deal from here.
I especially love safety pin beading...which is beading with acrylic beads
and safety pins  to form projects like lighthouses, hot air balloons and
many other treasures.
Welcome and I hope you enjoy discovering new crafts.
Theresa

On Mar 9, 2011, at 4:35 PM, Karen wrote:

> Hi,
> 
> I'm new to the list and am excited about the opportunity to learn and
share about crafting with others who have vision impairments. I haven't
found a real focus yet and I wonder if there are clay workers, beaders and
knitters on the list. 
> 
> I have always wanted to learn to knit. I have seen a product called the
nifty knitter and would be interested in knowing if others use it. Would it
be good for a beginner? I'm considering purchasing the new book for blind
knitters but I don't think it discusses the loom. I'm in Texas and it's
already warming up, but I figure if I start now, I might be able to finish a
scarf by December. 
> 
> This winter I started playing with clay and it is fun to see what can be
made. I borrowed a book and downloaded a few projects from a clay site and
have been thinking about taking a class from a local artist. 
> 
> My last trip to the library I picked up a book on beading and the
librarian says, "I thought we were doing clay." I said, "We are but I guess
we're multimedia."
> 
> My first love is anything to do with paper, printing and books so I'm also
very interested in paper crafts. At Christmas time I went to a crafts
gallery featuring handmade items designed by people with disabilities. There
was a display of items done by a visually impaired woman who does quilling.
I bought one of her beautiful magnets to serve as inspiration. 
> 
> I look forward to any thoughts and suggestions from others with similar
interests.
> 
>> From a crafts newbie,
> 
> Karen
> 
> 
> 
> 
> "I think it's fair to say that personal computers have become the most
empowering tool we've ever created. They're tools of communication, they're
tools of creativity, and they can be shaped by their user." -Bill Gates
> 
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