Some of my favorite childhood memories revolve around swimming pools, ice cream, and summer camp held at the home of my grade-school art teacher. Mornings were filled with a variety of craft projects, and we cooled off in the afternoon, eating ice cream and taking dips in her pool. I can’t recall any of the finished projects, but the joy of creating something with my own hands still lingers.
Fast forward to adulthood, where DIY crafty-type projects have become just a happy childhood memory — until COVID hit. With more time spent at home, I found myself craving something tactile and something to keep me busy. I thought, “I’ll redecorate!”
I found some beautiful, framed textile art, but the price tag stopped me in my tracks. $499 for one 24″ x 24″ piece of framed fabric? I’ll do it myself, thank you! And so, my crafty self returned.