Pardon My Stash - Lessons Learned in Crafting

Lessons Learned in Crafting

02/16/23 • 33 min

This week, Jess takes us on a journey realizing the hard lessons we have learned during our crafting experiences. Apparently, forts. Swatches still incite strong feelings in all. Knitted Parachutes? The pressure to monetize your crafts comes up, as well as trying to avoid turning the slow fashion into a consumerist hobby. One of Drea's lessons is the art of how to say no. Find out more about this episode and the cast at pardonmystash.com.

Previous Episode

Knitting with Intention

The cast thinks about how to use mindfulness while creating their projects. Jess wants to go by how they are feeling at the moment, Meg wants to learn new things, Drea wants to keep it practical, and Tina wants to bring other joy with gift bombing. The cast also talks about keeping in line with their new year's goals of ditching the deadlines. How can you be intentional with your knits? Find out more about this episode and the cast at pardonmystash.com.

Next Episode

Misconceptions About the Fiber Arts

Meg leads the episode with Drea, Tina, and Jess with the topic of debunking misconceptions and assumptions about the fiber arts. She introduces the idea of Old Lady Level Grinding, There is a lot of misunderstandings of the cost of materials from non-crafters and other crafters alike. Minecraft sheep breeding comes up somehow regarding color theory, and the idea of making your own items seems lost in a modern world. They also discuss the benefits of making your own crafts - from clothing to woodworking - because you are able to get exactly what you want. Find out more about this episode and the cast at pardonmystash.com.