Saving the Written Word
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Hi there friends, I was especially touched reading your comments yesterday – you are old-fashioned at heart even though you embrace technology. I have an admission to make – I love my technology but the thing is I know it can bite. For years I’ve used knitting machines to make sweaters, but I also love knitting by hand – there’s just nothing like the old fashioned way (which I can take on an airplane and take camping). Lol, it feels like we’re at a crop talking. I’ve learned more in 10 days about the regulars here and new visitors than I’ve learned in years :-) Thanks for hanging in there with me!
For today’s comment – Is crafting a lost art? What could make it better?
The card that’s being given away today is shown above. Just a note – this is a card that has been shown before and there is a possibility that some of the supplies that were used are currently discontinued, no doubt there will be something you can substitute – have a look through my galleries for alternative ideas. Many things can still be found on the open market, just google and you’ll find that many retailers are still selling.
Stamps: Waltzingmouse Stamps – Dainty Doilies – Large Set, Dainty Doilies 2 – Small Set
Paper: Neenah Classic Crest – Natural White, from my stash
Ink: Versamark, Versafine Onyx Black
Accessories: Spellbinders 5×7 Matting Basics B, Spellbinders Big Scalloped Circles LG, Spellbinders Vintage Lace Accents, lace, pearls, Maya Roads Trinket Pin, seam binding, mulberry roses, Ivory Embossing Powder.png)
My card today is so simple and it’s one of my favorites. I’m so tickled it will be going to someone may keep it or pass it on to someone else. I just want you to know how therapeutic this is for me!!
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Hugs, this is a great community. I hope you’re enjoying 30 Days of Giving . . . there are lots of cards yet to be won!
I think lots of people still hand craft it’s the only way we can get what we want, or need. Depending on where you live you don’t have much choice! As always, a beautiful card. Thanks for sharing. blessings, Lisa
I think that crafting is as strong an art as it ever was! There are millions of women the have been in this industry and more find it appealing today.
Crafting is alive and well as an art form! First it is in our nature to be creative. Second, may of my family and friends are crafting enthusiasts. The younger generation in my family also enjoys crafting. My brother does wood crafting including making furniture without nails! My niece in-law does crotchetiness and beading of which she donates the money to charity. Another cousin does beadcrafting and donates all the sales to charity.
Hi Becca, A gorgeous card, truly gorgeous.
Crafting is definitely not a lost art, you only have to go to the Craft Shows to see that, the shows are always really, really busy.
Lots of love from Patricia xx
I don’t think it is a lost art but I do think it is changing. More technology is being used to make it quicker and easier.
Again, such a beautiful card! Just love it. No I don’t think crafting is a lost art. I think there are many people out there doing many different crafts. In our state we have craft shows all summer long for crafters to show case their work. Love attending them.
Loving this card.
I would love to see the return of after school clubs where kids can play and experiment…instead of having to focus on making the grade.
Xx
I don’t think it’s a lost art. Let people see your joy and excitement when you make something and share your talents by teaching.
Carol b
I don’t believe crafting is a lost art. We just need to pass it on to our children and grandchildren and even our great grandchildren. Yes, I have 2 of them. We have a club is the community where I live and we meet every Monday from 8AM-2PM. We have 175 members. Out of that club we have several small groups that meet in our homes week or monthly.
Crafting requires time and folks don’t make time. They see work like yours and think they can’t do that. We make cards for nursing homes and other organizations at our church. Everything is provided except the “labor”. It’s amazing to find the hidden talents in people. They can’t believe they can make such lovely things. Too bad we don’t make time to work with our hands.
Well where I’m from crafting is going strong in many ways. Sure, some go out of style for a while, but everyone I know has some kind of hobby; maybe it’s because we have winter here for so long up here In northern Alberta
I don’t think that crafting is a lost art. However I know with age my crafting has changed. My eyesight makes it very hard to do all of the things I tackled in the past.
It was a case of love at first sight with this card. I immediately purchased the dies and the Dainty Doilies stamps although I could never find the Small Dainty Doilies, it was not for lack of trying. I never quite nailed this card the way I envisioned it, but it’s on my To Do List still.
COMMENT: Crafting is far from a lost art, as evidenced by the multi million dollar industry that is thriving on it’s coat tails.So many thing would make it better, for me, is better pricing of supplies, the prices are ridiculously inflated and needlessly so.
Hi Becca
I don’t believe that crafting is a lost art but I do believe that it changes, trends seem to come and go, over the years I have knitted,done ceramics, sewing,tole painting, needlepoint and now I do cards. I believe that time is the greatest barrier for young people, their lives are so busy.
Becca, your card is beautiful. I think that crafting is partially a lost art form. I have seen so many scrapbooking stores close. My sister, who is a knitter says a lot of her favorite yarn stores have closed also. I try to teach my grandchildren some things I know to pass on and make memories. I can only hope and pray they will retain the knowledge and pass it on.
I don’t think Crafting is a lost art, but maybe there are fewer of us doing
it, with the busy lives that we live. I hope that we never lose the
desire to want to work with our hands and our minds to create beautiful things!
And, by the way, I’ve never used a knitting machine……always knitted my afghans and sweaters with my knitting needles and two hands! I do think it would be fun to try one out sometime!
Your card is Gorgeous with a capital G today.
As always, another fabulous card. No I certainly don’t think the art of crafting is lost. I teach crafts on cruise ships and we always get a good turn out. It’s a multi-million dollar industry which is going from strength to strength with ever more beautiful designs being created – such as yours Becca. I can’t think how it can be improved.
Doreen R from Bournemouth UK
Yet again a gorgeous card Becca. I don’t think crafting is dying out, but I do think people can be put off by the high cost of things, particularly here in the UK. US items (dies, stamps etc) cost the same amount in GB£ as US$ – almost twice as much! I have tried to buck the system by buying from the US but by the time you pay the import duty and the Post Office takes its huge handling charge (scandalous) there is no saving at all. But since I love my hobby so much I just have to grin and bear it … lol !! Also during the recession a few years ago a lot of smaller local craft stores had to close their doors. I now have to travel at least 40 miles to buy crafty things. I mostly rely on the internet but it’s not the same as being to physically see and touch things. I’ve come to the conclusion I’m a very tactile person – love the feel of books, fabrics etc. Hugs Christine xx
I don’t know that it’s a lost art. it seems that a lot of us don’t have the funds to purchase all the goodies that make cards so lovely. Dies, ribbons, embellishments, sentiments. So many products and techniques. Yes, I know we can make simple cards. Just taking a class to try and better yourself at a technique is very taxing when you’re in a one income family. Sometimes if we want to take a class we have to think about what that money could purchase in that product rather than taking the class. I missed out on taking a class 4 or 5 years ago from a well known coloring artist because it was way out of my price range. Even worse was the fact that I didn’t even own one marker for the class. It has literally taken years to build up my Copic markers. If it wasn’t for sales on items or coupons some of us would have very little. Sometimes there are items that are in our price range but the shipping charges are the same price as the item. Sorry, I think I chased a rabbit.
Beautiful card.
I don’t think is lost, but less popular in youngwr generations. I think everything goes in waves and it will come back strong.
Okay…. Now. THIS is the card I Truly Love
I remember seeing this and printing the supplies needed but never got around to make a similar one. I pray I would be able to win this card and Frame it for Inspiration as I continue to tackle making gorgeous cards. Thank you for sharing your God given talent with us. Love, Joyce
What a pretty card, Becca. It so feminine. Perfect to send to a girlfriend.
I don’t think crafting is dying out. I think things like Pinterest, Google, YouTube, Photobucket, Craftsy, etc., have moved it to the next level, combining instant technological sharing with the technologically minded new generation. That being said, I think there is still a huge arena of learning that takes place from mother/grandmother down to daughter. I see many children/grandchildren interested in seeing “how mom did that.”
Happy Saturday Becca! At the moment I don’t think crafting is as popular as it was, say 5 years ago, but I still have friends who bring their little ones over to play and get messing with crafts! Like everything else, crafting comes and goes.
The cards that you make are always beautiful. I don’t think crafting will ever be completely lost, but I do think that people are so busy and involved in so many things that they just don’t have time for it at this point.
I hope crafting is never lost! It is such a great outlet! I plan on being creative with my grandkids, so hopefully that helps. Another beautiful card today!
I feel crafting is a living art – in many ways. Maybe the gals who have children at home don’t have the time we do as retirees but it is interesting when the grandchildren come how they enjoy making things. Your card is beautiful as always.
I think there will always be crafty people around :) Thanks for sharing your pretty creations with us.
I don’t think crafting is a lost art with so many ideas on Pinterest I think it will come back. Christine Sp.
When I see so many craft stores closing I fear this is a dying art. However, then I see the thousands of crafters on blogs and websites sharing their projects, ideas, etc. I think it would help for all of us crafters to be sure we teach our children and grandchildren this art. You’ll see how much fun it is to do this with the younger generations and they’ll love it!
Becca, today’s card is beautiful, especially with all the pearls and that sparkly bling in the center! Great job!!
Hugs,
Judy
Love the card! No I dont think crafting is a lost art, but it is not an inexspensive art to be sure.Is that why the younger generation has not gone all out on it? Maybe….the small local craft syores are becoming a thing of the past because of the internet, yet we have to look for the best prices to feed our addiction…and if not for the internet, I never would have found you and all of your delicious ideas!
Hi Becca. No, its not a lost art. Give a creative person a few minutes and ‘something’ will appear. Nearly every child loves to pick up a crayon & love of expression runs through every generation. It is just well hidden at times – especially when there is a computer game to play!
Absolutely Not….maybe I view it that way because I sooooo enjoy card making! There are so many dies and stamps, etc. out there, I think it is pulling people in to give it a try – it’s better than therapy!!!!
Paper Hugs,
Jan
In my generation (60+) most women are still crafting. It may be paper crafts, quilting, cross stitch, crochet, etc. I also see a lot of crochet, knitting, sewing, paper crafting and quilting in the 40+ age group. I don’t think the younger generation has as much time for crafting with their busy schedules but they enjoy it when they can.
Hi Becca! A beautiful card! I would love to win and frame it! I always feel like you are family!
I believe crafting is alive and well! There are so many areas to choose from! I also include painting in crafts! Oh and soap making and anything made using my mind and hands! If you think about it, even things made on or with a machine begin in our minds and our hands have to initiate our ideas!
I think God gave us crafts to further His Creation! He gave us the gift of Creativity to continue His work!
What a gorgeous card! I don’t think crafting is a lost art, I actually believe it will become even more popular as technology gets more prevalent and people look for other avenues of creativity.
I know so many who do at least one kind of craft.
Your card is lovely, as always.
We have lost the art of grandmas, moms showing children how to make things…not sure how to make it better…lovely card again today!!
Another gorgeous card today, Becca! I would have a hard time giving all these beauties away, I think. Thank you for being so generous. ??
I think your topic for today is a rather difficult one. When I go to the local scrapbook & stamp conventions, they do appear very crowded & most shoppers have bags full of goodies. Of course, so do I! Lol! And the crowds appear fairly diverse in age, with plenty of younger shoppers in attendance. They do mostly appear to be over 30 years of age.
But when I speak with some of the younger (under 30) crowd, they do not sound very interested in papercrafting. They like digital pictures & keeping them in the cloud. Maybe printing some to share through online printing services. They do not appear very interested in crafts.
And so many of the great local scrapbook stores have fallen by the wayside. Even the big box craft stores have taken on a new flavor over the past several years. When I find a product I really like, I may purchase several as I am not sure if I will be able to find more at a later date in time. ????
That brings me to the non-conclusion that a) younger people are not interested in crafting at all as they are into physical sports & technology; or b) crafting as a hobby does not become appealing until we reach that age when we finally realize we are actually infallible. Or until they start having children, whichever comes first! ????
Beautiful card. Your being so kind in having this 30 day give away.
Crafting is changed so much over the years. I do not think it is a lost art but it is harder for people to discover the art of card making with so many stores closing and the big box stores not being hands on. I became a card maker when I went to a stamp store and took classes. That ability to participate is rare to find these days.
I think it almost depends on the ages of the people for the answer to that question Becca. I’m sure some of us older ladies still enjoy doing things that are in the crafty line. Although, from the looks of pintrest, many people enjoy making things. I love giving something I’ve made myself.
This is so very pretty, Becca. It makes me smile this morning. Many blessings~
Hi Becca, I have been following your posts for a long time now and I haven’t seen a card I don’t like but today’s is one of the one’s I drool over. LOL. Here in the U.K crafting seems to be going from strength to strength. With lots of TV programmes, craft shows, craft fairs, and demo days. My friends all knit, sew, cross stitch or do papercrafting like me. So I don’t think it will die out for a long time yet. There are lots of products to help or make it easier but there is nothing so satisfying as finishing something you have made from scratch with your own hands.
Hi Becca oh l love this card it just that bit different ,as for crafting l think we all wont the latest new die,stamp ,machine ect and don,t make the most of the things we have.l will be honest l have so many dies l could start a shop but if that lady Becca Feekin brings out a new one l need it now so l,m just as bad hay ho hugs linda
Crafting is a lost art, or becoming so, because of the costs involved I think. There is so much out there, and we want it all, and boy does the cost ever add up.
Absolutely beautiful! I love the soft colors, silk bow and the pearl accents on those gorgeous layers~~~
Hello Becca,
This card is beautiful today, and I think that showing our children and grandchildren how to sew, knit, draw or make cards is the best way to keep crafting from being a lost art.
Maureen xx
p.s. (I was so focused on your card I forgot to answer the question) I know that companies need to keep selling, but I wish (pipe dream) that the world would slow a bit and not need a constant stream of new supplies. I am blessed with a wonderful playroom that is well stocked. The downside of going online to see what people are creating is that the online goal is to make us all want more….and more. If I never bought another thing for crafting (except paper and adhesives) and if I lived to 120, I wouldn’t be able to explore all the creative potential in the supplies I own.
I don’t think crafting is a lost art. I know many people who craft at least something. I think the way the economy is now, people try to cut back and by making a gift rather than buying one, it is usually more economical. Sometimes that gift becomes a treasure to the receiver such as a quilt I received last Christmas.
No, I don’t think crafting is a lost art. There are a lot of us out there who enjoy making things for the people we love. Technology keeps getting better and better and some of the new die cutting machines enable those who have trouble with their hands continue to do the necessary cutting. My grandma was crafting until about 2 months before she died at 96. Her projects got simpler as her vision started to fail, but she loved making things.
You create inspirational pieces of art! I think the crafting industry is thriving, as evidenced by the growing number of new products online and in stores, however, there is a great number of people who cannot craft due to limited income or lifestyle constraints. I love card-making and would like to, at some point in the future, use my crafting supplies to aid those with mental illness and substance abuse issues. Crafting is immensely therapeutic and can be an essential tool in overcoming anxiety and depression. We reap immeasurable personal value from our own creations and even greater value when we share our gifts with others. Your talent is certainly an inspiration to me.
I do not believe crafting is a lost art. It does change,evolve, wane and then double back around and reappear in a new vain. What would make it better is us. We need to not make it a competition. Not to lust after every ‘new’ thing, or compete for recognition. Savor the journey of finding out what you can do with what you have. And then you will know if the next new thing is truly an innovation, or just a makeover of something you already own.
What is right already is the kind, gentle spirit of all who encourage each other in so many different ways to do what is good and fun for you.
I think crafting is here to stay. I have a Michael’s and ACMoore very close to my home and they are always crowded. Doing crafts of any type help when you get older and retired. It sure keeps me busy! Love your card today.
Gorgeous card Becca. This card reminds me of my Mother-she loved roses but what reminds me most is she had a handkerchief that looks like the background paper. She always carried a hanky. As far as crafting I think that its still here with all of us that like to create. You walk into a store to look for a gift and there is really not that special gift. I enjoy crafting and I like that when I give a gift that I have made seeing the eyes of that person is what puts that finish touch on the gift. Thank you for your continuous way of sharing so that we can continue to create. Have a Blessed weekend.
I don’t think it is a lost art, but I am concerned with all this digital creations. You can’t beat the personal touches that a handmade from scratch and painted or colored can convey. After all it supposed to a piece of love you made for a special person, not just printed or copied. There are occasions for digital, but not always.
I don’t think crafting is a lost art. Just look at the number of bloggers sharing their love of paper crafting.
Hi Becca,
I think what Kristine Vencel said is so true, the younger generation have all those gagets and don’t want to learn any kind of craft.I know a lot of stores have closed, one in my town and one in the next town, for I live in a small town so it hurts when they close and have to go far to get my supplies. I do all kind of crafts, beside card making. Love you card today.
Another gorgeous card. I don’t think crafting is a lost are but is changing to those who do not have the time to do it. Newer crafts are emerging and it is catering to those who don’t have a lot of time. Would love to see the younger generation put down their phones and use their precious time to be creative as I know there are many talented young people out there. A lot also depends on if their parents teach them to carry on this tradition.
I love to sew decorative items, to cross stitch, to scrapbook, and to make cards. All of those things take time, and I find that without time to relax while being creative, other areas of my life suffer.
While time is an element in crafting, expense is more of a factor. We live in a small rural town, so most of my stamping supplies must be ordered on line. There are several companies that have quality products, but shipping costs are so high! I have to be careful about what I order and often look for sales or opportunities for free shipping.
crafting isn’t a lost art but one that time or lack of time is making a smaller appearance. this has gotten to be a world of I want it now folks that until someone settles in for enjoyment they don’t get it.
Hi Becca. I don’t recall this card for some reason! Like it though. No I don’t think crafting is a lost art. Folks will always find time to do things they enjoy. And technology has helped in so many ways. Take this blog. I still find it amazing that technology can bring together so many disparate people with a common interest. I do think though the crafting industry has got a bit too commercial though and the making something out of nothing philosophy has been replaced by the latest gadgets and gizzmos of which there are numerous! The die market place especially seems to have gone crazy with lots of companies bringing out die ranges every day of the week almost. End of rant!
I love your card. no I dont think its a lost art if people would get off the cells they would maybe think about what great things they could make. thanks
Lovely card, today, Becca!
I don’t think crafting is going to be a lost art ever. Creating art has always been part of humankind’s journey. I think we have seen a resurgence in knitting over the past several years among younger people who have discovered the art of making scarves. At farmers and artisan markets, it isn’t just older white women any more. (That is a geographical rural note, not a reference to crafting in general) I look at the designers in paper crafting and see some younger up and comers and smile, although I think we may soon hit a tipping point where the market is saturated and the field wanes a bit before experiencing a lull and en a resurgence, the way cross stitching has during my crafting career, what I love is seeing new forms, the nuances and changes and new ways in which traditional…or what we think of as traditional….crafts are changing and evovling. That is coming about because new minds are looking at old ways and seeing something entirely different…and that is why, at the heart of it, I think crafting will not be lost.
I don’t think it is lost. I craft with a group of ladies who sometimes bring their daughters or granddaughters. The young people are often more “into it” than us older folks. What I find really funny is when someone mentions learning a “new” technique or craft. For instance this “new” thing called quilling! My grandmother quilled! Like fashion, old will be new once again.
I think crafting is not a lost art. Trends come and go, what was popular 20 years ago when I started is now coming back again. I truly believe crafting is the same. My family has always been crafting whether it was wood working, knitting, sewing or whatever; and there are younger family members that do have an interest in it. I know I was in my late thirties before I really wanted to do much. I believe there is hope for the crafter’s of the world to continue on with some sort of crafting.
Crafting is not a lost art with talented folks like you around! : )
I think more people are crafting again in this decade than in the recent past. I’m sure more would do it if they had the time.
I don’t think that crafting “in general” is a lost art. I’ve come across a lot of comments where individuals say that they love to stamp and make their own cards, but have a difficult time coming up with the money to buy the necessary products. I know, for a fact, that stamping can really run into money and it’s not something that I could have been able to afford to do back when my kids were still at home, even though both my husband and I held down jobs. On another note, there are still parents out there that commit to spending quality time with their children, and crafting usually is involved in some form.
Hi Becca – Another lovely creation today. I don’t think that crafting is a lost art. There are so many wonderful crafts out there that people do and alot of the older crafts are coming back. A few years ago I learned how to Swedish Weave and it is so much fun. Thanks for the generous giveaway you are running.
Hi Becca yet another beautiful card, …..We need to get the younger generation involved with crafting in think.
Elaine H X
I recall today’s card, and it is so beautiful!
Crafting is definitely not a lost art. Most of my friends and family are crafting in some way, even the young ones.
I go to a lot of craft fairs, and they are always crowded with people showing great interest. Maybe crafting will change over time, but I think there will always be people enjoying and taking interest in making things with their own hands.
Beautiful card Becca! No, I don’t think crafting is a lost art! My friends and I meet at our church Thursday evenings to make cards and enjoy each others company. I think more people will be crafting as time goes by because they find new things to make on pinterest!!
What a joy to everyday watch someone who is passionate about keeping card making alive. I think we are training the young of our day to love crafts by doing them at scouts, VBS’s, art classes at community centers and such. I have a friend who is passionate about stamping and teaching Ukraine egg decorating to the young and adults at her local library, she is overwhelmed with the response of so many. We just have to share and get others involved with us as we create. Since God is the Master creator and He passed that on to us we can be assured He won’t let creativity fade away.
Crafting is definitely not a dying art. I think I begain crafting more out of necessity then anything and I’ll bet there are alot others out there that have started the same way. I just couldn’t seem to find pre-made items exactly how I wanted them or I just couldn’t afford to pay retail for them. So I decided to make my own which is exactly how my parents were. My father was one of the handiest men I have ever met. He was artistic, creative, and very clever and an extremely hard worker. I spent hours in his workshop watching and learning. And although he was handy in almost all trades, his true love was woodworking. Which I also love. I learned so much from both of my parents, but the greatest lesson was that you will never know what you can actually accomplish unless you try.
Marcie
I can see a comeback in the arts arena, but I think that more should be taught, and modeled, not only in the home, but in the schools!
Oh no! Crafting is not a lost art! Those things that refresh our souls can not be lost. They are only made better when shared.
Thank you, Becca, for sharing your art.
Beautiful card , just stunning Becca!
I don’t think crafting is a lost art, there will always be the creative spirit that needs an outlet .
I don’t know if it needs to be better…!!!
XxxRuth
I fear crafting is becoming a lost art. I think people feel they don’t have time to craft in today’s busy world. That is very sad to me. Crafting calms and grounds me. I think if one could just realize the joy received from crafting more would do it. Unfortunately it can be costly. I think that is the number one reason along with time that more people don’t craft.
I think most people who don’t craft and don’t have a friend or family member think it’s a dying art. But all who do it, know there are way more of it going on than non crafters believe. If you think about all the big craft stores like AC MOORE, JOANN, MICHAEL’S etc. Then all the small local stores. Add that to all the online stores sales… no I don’t think it’s dying. Thanks for the chance to win a card made by you. Jessica
I think crafting is still strong but not so much with children. With all the electronic items out there, they don’t do as much with their creative side. The good part, is when you do craft with them, they love it!
No I do not think it is a lost art. I see people every where making scrapbooks, cards, mixed media, jewelry, paintings of all kinds. I keep going but I think you get my drift. I just think that the younger generation at this time are to busy to do all this, there are exceptions of course. As they get older and have lived their lives they will start crafting as well I think, at least that is what I did. I hope it is around for a very long time or I will have wasted a lot I mean a lot of money on my wonderful crafts. I think if the cost was cheaper on some of these things that more people would be able to afford to do all the different kinds of crafts, I can not afford some of it myself.
I don’t think so…..needlepoint, sewing, scrap booking, are all popular.
Cheri
Hi Becca,Just love your card,the roses,the pearls and a lovely stamp makes this a real beauty.
It’s not a lost art but I do believe that it changes with the trends over the years!
Time is also a great barrier for the young,but if they see such beautiful art and craft around them,there is hope that it will continue when they have a bit more time !Take care Jane B.
Love your card Becca! Children learn from example so it’s important as adults to take the time with our children to show them how to be creative. So many fun conversations begin by crafting! Love your questions to us!
I don’t believe that crafting is a lost art, however, it’s not thriving as it once did. The ScrapMadeSimple channel owns a craft shop in CA. They recently announced a first joint venture with Ellison to provide a line of AFFORDABLE dies. The co owner Stacey is an amazing & compassionate person. Her goal here is to make this craft affordable for most people and revive the industry as well.
To me, crafting is not a lost art, however finding time to craft is. Life seems to be increasingly shorter with each passing day. Health also plays a huge roll in finding extra time to engage in the hobbies and crafts that we enjoy.
I’ve been a long time follower of your wonderful site for sometime now, and yet don’t always take the time to comment. Gorgeous card, your work is such an inspiration, you truly keep me motivated to try and push beyond my comfort zone.
Thank you, hugs, Lori m
Oh no! I think crafting is alive and well if the thriving craft market is anything to go by. It’s just that it seems to be focussed on the older generation. I’m not so sure that the ‘bug’ has caught on among the younger generation. But then we are all creative by nature and will always find some way to express it!
I have no sense at all that is is a lost art. More and more of the young Mom’s are crafting with their children…
Crafting will always be around, just modified every so many years. I wish some supplies would cost less but then I wish hamburger wasn’t $5 a pound. I think there will always be creative people to carry on. What would the world be if we were all alike.
Wow thats a beautifull card and wow what a difficult quioston. Again sorry for my english. Well the answer is yes and no.. I only recieved handmake cards from my mother. By the way, saving the handwriting word….. I have handwrting letters from my grandfather and aunti. They wrote me when i was a child. Such a sweetness to keep them because i know its a personal thing. Emails and texting are not personal however it can contain personal messages. Hmmm somebody told me a year ago when i told i made handmade Christian cards for the church so they sold them and the money goes to our building, that nobody send cards anymore. I felt sad but still im selling cards in the church. People are to busy to make cards or simply don’t have the money for it. It can be a expensive hobby and we are still in crises here in Holland. But people like me still love to make cards because I know its something about you that you put in card you know? That you let the person how recieved youre card,knowing that you make time for them. Thats what i believe in handmade cards. Be blessed Bekka and i love youre cards.
Becca your card for today is lovely, I think your dies you used and of course your wonderful bow just makes this one.
I am not sure that craft is a dying art, but I do think with the internet so many craft shops are closing and that is having a huge impact on where the younger people can see things. Lets hope as they get older they remember these crafts and have a go at them.
Hugs Trish.
Hi Becca,
Gorgeous card. Now is crafting a lost art…? Definitely not I’d say, I hear more and more people turning to one craft or another for way of relaxation, socializing,creating something handmade and precious or just for a hobby. I would say the crafting community is getting larger. Creating something of beauty is rewarding in itself, its personal, an achievement if you like. What could make it better? Products could be more economical and accessible, more available to those who need it and for it to be recognised as an art. There is no difference to me as seeing a painting that someone has taken a couple of hours to paint or a card that has taken someone 5 hours to make, they both mean something to the person who has created them, the time, thought and detail. I love photography and I can take quite some time achieving the photograph I would like, its not just clicking a camera, yet once at an exhibition that I was sharing with a painter no one was interested in even viewing my photographs because they did not consider them to be art! They saw it as just a click of a button rather than the hours spending getting the focus right, the lighting as well as the developing side of things, yes digital has taken away a lot of this but you still need that skill of how to take a photograph. I believe any craft can be called ART, it is a creation after all.
Sorry for the long essay lol! probably waffled on too much but hey?!!!
Have a great weekend
Love & Hugs
Jacquie J xxx
It’s such a treat having a gorgeous card to view each day – and potentially win! Thank you so much!
I sincerely trust that crafting never becomes a lost art. There is something inside many of us which just cries out to create. Perhaps crafting is not always ‘out of necessity’ as in former times, but has become a hobby for many. Encouraging people to be creative is a joy. In the group I run, members have said that they can lose themselves whilst making an item and then they have something to share with/show to/send to others. A handmade item shows the recipient that the sender has cared enough to give up precious time to make something special for them. I think that sharing your gifts as you do, Becca, encourages people to have a go at something that they might feel is beyond their capabilities or imagination. And that has a knock on effect, so blogs like yours are part of the movement to keep crafting very much alive!
Hugs
Anne (UK) x
I don’t think that crafting is a lost art at all, as I see many young people creating wonderful things.
One of the problems though is that modern crafting seems to be very trendy and it is expensive trying to buy the necessary tools to complete the different projects.
I don’t feel it is as popular as it once was and I don’t it is being passed down to future generations as it has been.
Beautiful card. Love the soft hues. No, I don’t think crafting is a lost art. I love to craft and hope to pass on that love to others.
God bless,
Peggy
I think crafting is always evolving because personal tastes change quickly. Years ago our ladies circles at Church had yearly craft fairs to raise mission money. We don’t do that now because it seemed people wanted to decorate with “store bought” items. Stamping and card making seem to have lasted the longest. Pinterest is changing crafts by supplying many diversified ideas.
Hi there this card is again a lovely one as always.
Crafting is going good over here our local shop has recently gone huge
and got a website .
They go to your big craft CHA (I think that’s what you call it) they have a huge range of dies in store and all the papers ,embellishments ribbons etc if they don’t stock it they will try and get it .
Things are going up here because of the dollar which is a bit of a worry as it is not a cheap hobby and on a fixed income its a bit harder. That’s ok we share ! XXX
I don’t think crafting is a lost art. It would be nice though to have some more spare time in our busy lifestyle for it. I also think it would be great if our kids still had a weekly craft lesson at primary school like we used to. These days technology means they have much more to learn so it’s only when time allows for it.
Have a lovely weekend everyone x
Thank you for sharing this beautiful card with us a second time!
I think crafting is alive and well. Trends change & often come back again… evidenced by the popularity of knitting and home sewing/quilting in recent years. It’s important to remember where our interest in crafting grew and pass it on to others, if possible… either by sharing our creative process or by sharing items we make :)
I think crafting of some kind will always be around. I think we need to keep sending handmade cards, gifts, etc and share with our kids, grandkids and friends. Sometimes we forget how much fun it is to craft with others.
I think crafting has been coming back since the start of recession. People starting getting back to crafting things to save money on gifts, etc. But they found that they enjoyed doing it, so now it continues. I am finding more younger people getting into it as well, especially knitting or crocheting. That’s something they can take with them to work on during commutes or during breaks at work. With so many people doing work on the computers I think they want to get away from it for relaxation.
I dont think it is a lost art form because my nephew is basically growing up seeing me his aunty crafting, making cards, designing, decorating frames, making paper baby shoes, punching out shapes, using ribbon. He is watching me constantly and now at the tender age of two has asked for crafty things like punches and stamps. Hes not strong enough to use the punches independently so we do it together punch out shapes and stick them in his doodle pad. He loves stickers so he uses my crafty stuff out of ‘my special room’ as he likes to call my craft room. He likes to sit at my craft table and do gluing and sticking as he puts it. I recently have bought him some dinosaur stampers because he likes stamping too. I bought the childrens version of stampers which you just take the lid off and stamp the image onto the paper and hes loving it. He now can stamp, use punches, decorate using stickers, and glue cut out die cuts into his doodle pad. He enjoys crafting so much and im so pleased he has this creative interest. So i feel like if we instill the basics into our children then we can definately carry on with creating a crafty future for our children and making sure our crafting skills are not lost and will follow through to our future generations x
I hope crafting isn’t a lost art. People now days don’t seem to spend their time on themselves. I find card making very relaxing. We all need to just slow down. Love your card, as usual.
Not lost at all!
Lovely, beautiful card! Sure love seeing these beauties again! To answer your question, I don’t think crafting is a lost art. Thank goodness! I think that our young adults are just busy with life. I don’t remember doing much crafting in my 20’s and 30’s even though I enjoyed many crafts as a child. The industry certainly has evolved, but judging by the numbers at craft shows, I definitely think it’s still alive! YAY!
Crafters not only have a duty to “craft” but also to pass it on to the next generation. I sure hope we are all doing that!
I don’t think it is. We just need more people like you who are willing to teach and demonstrate what’s out there.
ooouuhh Becca, this card is just gorgeous – perfect combination of lovely colors and pretty paper and sweet bow! I think crafting is stronger than ever. There are so many talented artists out there who are willing to share and teach their skills.
I don’t believe that crafting is becoming a lost art. My friends always want a handmade card from me. They say it is a gift itself. I get a lot of inspiration from you. Thank you for sharing your talent.
Crafting isn’t a lost art. I make cards, but I’m also a quilter and it always amazes me how many young people are getting involved in it. There are some amazing Japanese crafters that do such intricate work. For me, I have to get the rest of my house organized so I can spend more with all the different crafts I want to do.
Another beautiful card! No, I just think crafts are changing. Moms here are crafting with their kids at a very young age. Crocheting and knitting are being taken up again.
Good morning Becca, another beautiful gem for us today!!!
I don’t think it is, it’s in our nature to create things, from a very young age we make
pictures,cards,calendars Christmas decorations etc at school and at home!!! I bet
your followers have keepsakes their kids made when they were younger!!!
Thanks again Becca!!!
Good luck everyone!!!
Have a good one!!!
Loopy Lynda xxx
Is crafting a lost art?
Not as long as I’m crafting!
What could make it better?
My craft room organized so I can “find” things. I find I would rather craft than organize my room. Ummmmm, something is wrong here!
I think you have to get to the kids early. I know when I was younger and my daughter was young there was time for sports which she loves to do But when she visited my mom, she would teach her projects, like making a wreath. I try to do the same thing. Harder when the other grandma nor parents are not into crafts. So I guess you try to find time when you can with kids. I have tried to encourage some crafty women to get together at church to teach other women. It takes time to learn how things work, so it should be on going, not just once a year. You can’t expect that everyone can instantly learn. I figured out bows from you. :)
I do not think crafting is a lost art, I think it’s an art form that has sky rocketed!!! I think with the world wide web, you can see any craft project you want to see, find all your materials you’ll need and even find wonderful tutorials on T-E-R-R-I-F-I-C blogs like yours, (along with Youtube).
Speaking from my perspective, I live in a rural Eastern WA town, we don’t have a craft store within 60 miles of us, so for me the web is the way to go. I also find that reading blogs is a way of connecting and relaxing, i’ve made a blog friend through on site, all because I won one of her prizes, she has been extremely helpful when I’ve asked questions, actually all the sites I’ve contacted have been wonderful!
I don’t think the craft world needs to be changed, I think it would be wonderful if our schools (nation wide) made ‘art’ a required class from K-12 grades, students need to know the basics of art and it is proven how relaxing and a stress reliever it is!!!!
I must say I am SO enjoying your blog and your daily questions, to be honest I hope you do something like this every year. I am having such a good time and your questions are very thought provoking!
Enjoy the rest of your weekend. May Gods Grace be upon you.
Unless paper disappears from our lives, I think paper crafting will be around. And if paper disappears, something else will appear to fill the void. I have friends who have taken up drawing, water coloring and knitting when they quit working. Blogs like yours are not only educational but also inspiring. I have trouble deciding which colors to use and seeing how you combine colors is helpful to me. I don’t think anything needs to be changed, younger people just need to put down their phones and not overschedule their kids so they are the time and energy to craft a bit together. Thanks for the beautiful card.
Taking a break from technology, going off the grid, would free up time to create!
I think this has to be my favorite card in the 30 Days of Giving so far Becca – it is just so beautiful and so elegant.
I think ‘handmade’ is actually making a comeback, but still fear ‘handwritten’ is in danger. I think more reasonable pricing would be a big help and perhaps more bloggers showing ways to do things without having to have every die and stamp set released every month would help.
Cost is always a factor. Some things I would love to have, I just can’t afford.
I really appreciate everything you share! i love your beautiful cards and always find myself inspired. I believe it is a great idea. I sent a letter to my cousin and she was pleasantly surprised and happy. Her teenage daughter didn’t understand what was the big deal! I hope 30 days of giving is a big success! I will try to participate since I am working on some cards for church that celebrating 32 years anniversary.
HI BECCA,
No I do not believe crafting is a lost art at all. One will only have to go to one Scrapbook Expo or CHA show and you will see the amount of “stuff” one comes away with from one of these shows and anyone would have to say it definitely is “alive” and sure “kickin’.” I know when all of my group goes we all spend no less than $200-$500. Some weeks I order dies in the amount of $50-100 just to be able to make a “Becca” card. And I don’t just mean cardmaking or scrapbooking. Visit a Michaels, JoAnns, Hobby Lobby or any other craft store and see what people are carrying out. While some can’t afford the expensive items such as machines, etc. our group makes cards for Shriners Hospital, nursing homes, etc. It gives your heart a happy feeling you are doing something nice for someone.
Card today is sure a beauty Becca. This is so much fun to answer your question each day and someday soon my name may be picked, I’m hoping.
Hugs
Mstgane
Ann Robbins
I don’t think that crafting is a lost art. It is changing over time and that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. I do think that many people “crafted” in the past because they had to make their own things and that is no longer the case for many. I do think that it is up to us to pass these things down to our children and grandchildren. Not only the art and the “how to,” but also the appreciation. Crafting can bring so much joy; we need to make sure that we make time to share this with our kids.
I don’t think crafting is a lost art, but I DO think is taking a down swing. I hope it picks back up again. It’s sad to see so many great stores disappear because of lack of business. But I don’t think it will ever go away for good. Too many of us live for it. Creativity will never be lost. I really don’t know what could revive it.
Crafting is alive and well! I have spent the afternoon crafting with my granddaughters who are 10 and 8 years old. They truly amaze me. We started by piercing some of the Barbie doll’s ears (this was the girls’ idea) and making earrings out of straight pins and beads. They have been hand sewing clothes for the Barbie’s and even made mermaid tails for the dolls! They love using my markers for coloring, making cards, etc. I think they are hooked!!!
All of your cards are so beautiful.
I think that certain crafts go through different phases. I expect tole painting, and ceramics will return. I hope cloth doll making and beading pick up again soon. Quilting seems very popular. I always signed my daughter up for any classes I took, from cooking, teddy bear making, jewellery, canning, , etc. she quilts, makes cards and bakes. When they & their friends were aged 6- teens I always had them crafting gifts, making gingerbread houses was always a hoot. We just have to teach the young ones what we know.
It’s important that parents pass down their knowledge to the children. Hopefully tole painting and ceramics, cloth doll making and beading will pick up. I’m optimistic.
Your work is always amazing so having a chance to win one of your creations is fabulous. Thank you for the opportunity and for the inspiration you share in your work.
Beautiful card Becca! I believe crafting will be around forever!
I absolutely love doilies and make quite a few cards with doily dies I have. I absolutely love your bows, ribbons and the laces you use on your cards. I don’t think crafting is a lost art. I take my 3, 6 year old, Grandson’s to craft classes all the time and they absolutely love, and are so proud of, whatever creations they make. When visiting they are always wanting to go up to my craft room to create. We have so much fun, even if it’s just adding some stickers onto cardstock and adding a drawing. They love being creative and I think most people do. Our oldest son is a carpenter; even that is a way to be creative and something to take pride in. I believe we all have a desire to be productive and creative. P.S. I also enjoy knitting in the car on plane trips, anywhere I know I’ll be sitting for a while. It’s so easy to throw in a bag and take with you.
When I see your work I know that crafting is not a lost art. I think the world is just now coming to realization of its beauty.
Some do not understand the love and time given to this art but for those of us that love it we cherish those moments of peace and serenity. Crafting is an art that will never be lost as long as there is stress in the world there will be crafting to ease the stress and replace it with beauty.
Gorgeous card, crafting will never go out, I do think we go and back a forth with different crafts as yeArs go by, what is old now will come back, look how stitching, knitting and quilting had a resurg, women will always want to share their talent.
Hugs and God Bless!
Gretchen
I think there will always be those of us who prefer to do things “our way”! Handcrafting assures us that we can make what we want – regardless of the medium involved. And the satisfaction of creating is delicious!
Beautiful card. I don’t think crafting is a lost art. People are still creating and sharing their love of crafting. As long as we crafters share our joy in crafting it will never be lost. By doing this we make crafting better, because someone may pickup a new hobby that brings them joy. That is always good.
Just love the beautiful card Becca, I would frame it ;and gaze at it often – if I were blessed enough to win it or indeed any of your oh so lovely cards.
Craft will never a lost art as so many people are still crafting
with such a variety of crafts. As long as parents and others teach and allow children to try their arty ideas it will live on.
Beth
Beautiful card, as usual, Becca! Definitely not a lost art as there are so many people involved in this craft of ours. I think it just gets better all the time with all the new products and people like yourself, who share their talents.
I certainly don´t think, that craft is a lost art at all, and more and more younger people take it up again too. While neither my daughter or DIL´s have ever liked any crafting, then all my 7 granddaughters absolutely LOVE to do all kinds of crafting here with me, as soon as they get a chance. And they keeps on and on wanting to learn new things too, and like one here said earlier, just look at the craftshows, they´re filled to the brim with people, who like to learn about new things, techniques and products, but I do think, more of the younger crafters are more into digital crafting too thoug, but definitely also into ordinary crafting , where they learn to use their hands to create different things, they´ll like to have, and they also have lots of really great ideas too, so no I´m not at all worried about crafting getting a lost art.
Once again, a very pretty card. I really like the doily effect.
Crafting is still going strong, I think. I have been to two weddings in the past six months, and the brides really did a great job creating many crafty ideas for their big day. It saved them money and gave them great pride for all their efforts.
No, I don’t think crafting is a lost art. I think that technology has, and could make it better. Thank you for the chance to win!
I think there are more people than ever crafting and the crafting technology is growing by leaps and bounds. When I started making cards I was thinking I could make them so much cheaper than buying them and I look back over the ten years I have been cardmaking etc and my how how the products have changed. Problem is there is so many new things all the time that I always want so now I have a fortune tied up in my crafting supplies. YIKES! There are So many on line stores, so many people I know are crafting, so many crafting blogs and youtube tutorials that I think it is growing not fading away. But on the other hand most all the stores around us that were so great and carried everything you wanted have all closed, Now even in our fairly big city about the only thing left is Michaels and JoAnns and they don’t carry a lot of brands so you have to buy on line now and the shipping sometimes ends up being more expensive than the product you want. Also all the craft and card making books have disappeared from the stores. The best craft books come from the UK and they are always very expensive and we only see them when they are already a couple of months old. So in a nutshell, I think more people of all ages are crafting but on the other hand all the stores are disappearing. I guess its cheaper not to have a brick and morter store but I don’t see prices any better because they are on line. Maybe someone that has had a store can give us and answer to that. So as more people than ever are crafting why are all the stores closing???
Here, where I live in New Zealand, as in many countries, the pace of life is such, and also the pressure to earn, that many cannot take the time to indulge in handicrafts. BUT what is a growing trend is that older women are now starting hobbies that have been denied them previously. The main thing is to keep going and making sure people are exposed to them
Blessings
Maxine
Gorgeous, and yesterday’s was AMAZING too!!! Your cards really take my breath away, they touch my heart! Thanks so much for the opportunity to win one of your works of art.
Blessings,
Joanne
I definitely thing art is becoming a lost art. Too many people these days just want electronic everything. I still love doing homemade crafts and I know my family love receiving them but I think the up coming generation will phase them out to a certain degree cause they want the electronic stuff.
This card is so fabulous. I’m hoping I’ll be blessed to win it but whoever does will be receiving something very special.
I think crafting and creating things by hand is here to stay. Technology may make certain parts of handmade creativity easier but the desire to create something from our hearts and with our hands is what makes us human. It’s a wonderful blessing gifted to us by God, whether someone is creating a card, sweater, building a kite with their children or any of the millions of handmade items. Crafting is here to stay.
I don’t believe crafting is a lost art yet but it’s definitely not as prominent as it used to be. Instant art and clothes purchases so easily conveniently nearby and every kind of toy or gadget easily accessible……there’s no need to make your own. A reflection of the times is the number of craft stores in your neighborhood. But like H. Clinton said….’it takes a village’……yes, education and exposure to crafting starts at home and school. A simple crochet lesson or drawing or decoupage or embroidery could open up the door to other talents and build from there. It’s up to you and me and everybody else to share your talent to young and old to perpetuate crafting for tomorrow.
Good morning Becca. The reason I craft is because I really enjoy doing the cards. It is relaxing for me and it also challenges me. It is fun to see different designs on the web and incorporate them into my cards. Everyone is a teacher and I learn so much. Thank you for teaching me Becca. God Bless!
I don’t think crafting is a lost art. I find that a lot of people start crafting because of their budgets. They can’t afford something they have seen and try their hand at making one. The one thing that could make it better for me is access to supplies. You can see things online and in videos, but most times I need to see items in person to see if it works for me. You would think that a city like Savannah, Ga would have a papercrafting/ scrapbooking store. And sad to say no papercrafting/ stamping shows come to the area. Strange also because their is a huge art college here. There were stores here years ago but the only reason they closed were due to marriages and kids, etc. Not to lack of business. How sad!
Beautiful card Becca! Crafting is not a lost art, however, it is something that needs to be cultivated in younger generations. There are so many gadgets that scream for our attention, we as current “crafters” need to introduce crafting and the pleasures it brings to the generations that follow us. If we do not do that then sadly, crafting may slip away in the future.
Crafting will never die! I attend a lot of crafts fairs – people creating and selling, and it’s obvious that there are many who both love to craft, and many who love to buy those items! Just look at Pintrest and you’ll spend hours enjoying the works of so many! And Becca, while you and we live, you know we will never stop!
It is not a lost art, but it seems to be a hidden one! I think more support for our local and “Main Street” merchants would really help!
I don’t think crafting is a lost art. Maybe it’s become more rare, but I believe as long as there are parents that encourage creativity there will be children who continue to do it. I think some of it is becoming more digital and less traditional, but I don’t think it’s disappearing. Maybe we could say it’s becoming redefined!