Craft is Self Care
When l worked in the fashion industry my life was stressful. My day was filled with computer screens and hectic timelines. Everything was urgent all the time. At the same time, I was single and trying to date online in New York City. Not exactly a soothing task. Needless to say, I needed self-care. Naturally, I took up crafts. Making things with my hands gives me joy.
I put aside the well planned time-consuming projects that I was trained to design in art school. Instead, I decided to experiment. The process of making was more important than the outcome. I made some ugly shit that will never see the light of day. But I also made some beauty. No one was going to admonish me because I missed the mark by making something unimpressive. I wasn’t rushing around like I was whenever I left my Brooklyn apartment today head into Manhattan. In fact, time escaped me and that was okay. This work was for me. Craft was my staycation escape when money was short. Or when I was between freelance positions. I sought solace in making. I was able to decide what I wanted to do without anyone else’s input. Keep in mind that the things you create are personal. They are yours. Enjoy the process over the product.
Here are some crafts kits and workshops that are perfect for self-care.
