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Ideas for an Easy Craft to Take Up

(79 Posts)
Steelygran Wed 02-Apr-25 18:49:30

I'd like to try something new as a form of relaxation and am thinking of taking up a craft of some sort. I must admit I'm not good at practical things involving using my hands, but I admire people who can make things. I've tried knitting and pottery painting, without much success. I usually do pilates and creative writing to relax.
I'd be very grateful for some ideas from creative grans. smile

Chardy Thu 10-Apr-25 08:35:20

This is the book

Nanato3 Thu 10-Apr-25 08:46:34

If you look on Freeview channel 73 from 1pm they sell lovely card kits . I like hunkydory, they include backing card , toppers , inserts and show you how to put them together.
I've been making cards for 12 years now and have recently made a lovely wedding card which my daughter had to give her friend on her wedding day . Gave my d.i.l a handmade birthday card. Now going to start a card for my grandson's 5th birthday recently . I really enjoy creating my own ideas , especially for family who all keep my cards . I love making Christmas cards too, I always add white glitter , it looks like snow smile

sazz1 Fri 11-Apr-25 12:17:42

Rug making kit, crochet, glass painting.