(Nature makes things daily. Picture from my trip to Colorado.)
I joined a 50 Projects Craftalong on the dead space back in 2006. So this is actually my 20th anniversary doing this craftalong. On Lettuce Craft, it will be year 7. I haven’t always been good at keeping up on things and along the way, I am sure that many of the projects that I thought I wanted to do got listed and never made. But, that’s ok.
I have to remind myself that this is not a contest or competition to see how many projects can be completed in a year. Having done this for so long, I know that it is more of a focus help and some accountability. More importantly, it is a chance to pat ourselves on the back for being makers. Say that aloud: WE ARE MAKERS!
When I talk to people IRL, they are surprised to learn that there are people out here that still carry on traditional crafts like knitting and sewing. They are mostly delighted to hear it and then want to learn more. We are special. We use modern technology and websites for inspiration and tutorials. We share ideas and knowledge. We learn. We teach. We experience the joy of making something with our own two hands. We see the delight when others get our gifts.
I am going to be 72 this year. Most of you are way younger than I am. I want you to know that I appreciate your enthusiasm, your hacks, your sharing links, and your talent. It makes me happy to accepted by a community when IRL, women of my age are often “invisible” and discounted for having any talent, skills, wisdom, humor, etc. It feels great when you encourage me and comment kindly on my projects. I feel forever young!
Before things get too sappy, here are the basics for this craftalong:
Make stuff, post stuff, share with the community, have fun!
