Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Basic supplies needed

If you are sick of watching TV everynight and are wanting to find a hobby you can do in the comfort of your own home, try taking up arts and crafts. This is a fun way to express yourself and can be a great confidence booster. A sense of joy and accomplishment sweeps over you when you look at a product that you have finished. It is also a great way to give gifts that actually come from your heart and hard work.

There are some essential supplies that you should have at home. Just incase there is a project that you would like to start, then you won't have to take time to run to the store so you can start it. All the supplies will be there so you can get started right away.

Here is a supply list that would come in handy:
  • Brushes
  • Canvases
  • Paints and Inks
  • Pencils, Pens, Markers
  • Wool and Yarn
  • Glues and Adhesives
  • Fabric
  • Foam
  • Ribbons
  • Candles and Soaps
  • Leather
  • Glass
  • Beads
  • Paper
  • Dried Flowers and Leaves
  • Fake Flowers
  • Crayons
  • Oil Pastels
  • Glass Krafty Blok
  • Sticky Picture Corners

There are also some things that can be found around the house to use for some projects.

Here are some things I have used from around the house to create a project:

  • Clay Pots
  • Frames
  • Glass Canisters
  • Baskets
  • Dishes (Plates, bowls, etc.)

I especially like to use the Crafters blocks (Krafty Blok) because there is so much you can do with them. You can fill them with beautiful ribbons or fabrics or you can paint the outside of them and put a string of 35 lights in it to make a wonderful night light.

For more information on Krafty Blok and ideas visit:

http://www.craftsetc.com/