Sometimes I just need to make something. Anything. It really doesn't matter what it is, I just have the need to create.
I realized a long time ago that creating keeps me happy. When I go too long without creating, I get really depressed. I loose who I am. Creating is such an important part of who I am that I can't function properly if I don't feed that part of me.
While that may not be the same for all of you, I have found that most people do find making/crafting/creating to be very calming. It can be a type of therapy.
Not everything you create needs to be worthy of a gallery or high-end shop. Sometimes the process is the important part, and what happens with the finished (or even unfinished) piece isn't that important.
No matter why you create, just create. Enjoy making something that wasn't there before. Let go of all the stresses in your life and take some time to unwind with your arts & crafts supplies.
Happy creating, my friends.
-
Article Spotlight Find Some Talented Black Crochet Designers & More This article is from Black History Month (February) 2025. As Juneteenth is this Friday, it seemed a fitting post to spotlight today. |
IN THE STUDIO:
What I've Been Creating
ADHD Crafting Brought to You by Me
I've been doing a bit of everything lately. I want to make everything, but my ideas come faster than my hands can create.
Months ago I started a series of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland / Through the Looking Glass inspired art pieces. The second piece is a vase-sculpture-Mad Hatter Hat made with woven yarn, paper cord, wire, and an inner structure sculpted out of paper clay. This weekend I spent a lot of time getting the structure shaped, sealed, painted (because I wasn't feeling strongly about the sealing) and then sealed again.
Speaking of paper cord, I've been making a lot of it for more art pieces, probably with more weaving. Not sure, we'll see.
I've also been working on step by step illustrations for my stitch tutorials. This is going to be a long process, and I'm really looking forward to the results!
WANT TO CREATE WITH ME?
Upcoming Virtual and Live Events:
Wednesdays - Lunch with Jessie Jessie At Home® YouTube • 12-1pm EST
Be sure to join Jessie at noon EST every Wednesday for yarnie and/or crafty info and details on what's new At Home. Find replays in the Lunch with Jessie Playlist.
Wed June 17 - Zoom Sit & Stitch Zoom: Register Here • 6-8pm EST
The Sit & Stitch happens on most Wednesdays at various times. It's a great way to share what you're creating, get answers to your crafty questions, and make friends with other creatives & makers.
Mon July 6 - In Person Sit & Stitch EDGE NJ • 4-8pm EST
Grab your yarn, thread or any fiber art project and drop-in to craft in a welcoming space.
More Events You can find our full events calendar HERE. We look forward to seeing you virtually or in-person at some of these events! |
On The Internet
(an excuse for me to scroll through my socials)
| | Ashani Mfuko
This Friday is Juneteenth, which is a perfect time for those of you who, like me, are more ivory than ebony. Check out this informative Reel about 4 free ways for white people to celebrate Juneteenth. |
| | @morecookieplease_
I was so surprised to see a friend of mine pop up on the NJ Governor's socials. That's Cookie next to Mikey Sherrill, I had no idea she was a Drag Queen. I know her from her "day job". I'm so excited for her getting to meet Gov. Sherrill. I'm also a little jealous! |
| | Wine Not the Label
In honor of Pride month, I'm sharing this famous clip of Schitt's Creek. I love this show. I hope to one day live in a world where sexuality is just one aspect of who each person is, and is not used to judge or hate. |
