Just finished this #paintbynumbers kit of Palawan, which is an original design by @thecraftcentral 🎨
Stitching Banaue
Just finished this embroidery piece of the #banauericeterraces ⛰ The pattern is an original design by @thecraftcentral 🪡 I look forward to seeing the terraces again soon ⛰ #sambroideryy #embroideryph
Sheer Embroidery Day 1
I recently signed up again as a pattern tester for The Craft Central. Their sheer embroidery kits enticed me to sign up again, and I was willing to be their guinea pig again. Pattern testers try out the shop’s newest kits in exchange of Php999 money back to buy from their tester rewards catalog. Since I am a customer of The Craft Central in the first place, this is a win-win situation for me!
Their sheer yellow kit was my testing set of choice. So far, I am enjoying the process. Sheer fabric is a challenging material to work with, but I am winging it! The first pattern I finished was completed while listening to podcasts. I would say that this is intermediate level, considering the material used.
I still have two patterns to work with, and I am definitely excited. I hope that you also have projects that interest and excite you these days!
Embroidery Day 1
They say that you have to do something that terrifies you every now and then. Guess what- embroidery scares me! I may be skilled in crocheting and knitting, but embroidery just intimidates me. So, I challenged myself by signing up as The Craft Central’s pattern tester for their Daisies beginner kit.
First impressions: the kit was packed in bubble wrap. It arrived on September 1st, and I think I have enough time to overcome my fear of embroidery by the challenge deadline on the 30th!
The kit came with carbon paper, three pieces of cloth, two embroidery needles, embroidery floss, stitch guide (in English!), patterns, and embroidery hoop.
The first step is to trace the pattern onto the cloth. Since I used to work in a bank, I am familiar with carbon paper! I can do this, no worries!
I got the tracing done in one go. Now on to the actual stitching!
I used the color guide to match the thread to the appropriate parts of the pattern. Since the first stitch needed was the satin stitch, I did not have any problem with just doing it. Before I knew it, I was stitching yellow petals and I felt confident with my progress!
I may be a slow stitcher, but I will get there! Slowly but surely, I will overcome my fear of embroidery and finish my first pattern.
Wish me luck!
Supporting Makers
I needed a reminder to keep on making, so I went to The Craft Central yesterday to buy a “maker” bead bracelet from Bedazzled. Cath, the woman behind the brand, was my classmate at the weaving workshop that I recently attended. It was beautiful to meet another maker who was passionate about her craft, and was able to launch brands out of it. It is through making that I also get to release my stress and apply myself through each chaotic day.
By choosing to make over wallowing in self-pity and disappointment, I am able to overcome challenges and daily struggles. I know that I can continue being creative by also supporting fellow makers, and learning from their own inspiring stories.
Let’s support each other as we make it through each day!
Gotta Stitch
Yesterday, I spent the whole day caring for my sick father in the hospital. I brought my crochet project with me, and started to stitch with this lovely yarn in 2019’s Color of the Year, Living Coral.
I ended up finishing the cowl before bedtime. I am quite pleased with this scarf because it features the shell stitch, which is a dream to crochet during stressful times.
I love crocheting scarves because it keeps my hands and mind focused even if I am in a precarious setting such as the hospital. It is my wish that you will also find a hobby that will enrich your life and keep you going during the worst times. I found joy in crochet (and knitting!), and this is just the beginning of my maker life this 2019.
Crafting Potential
Yesterday, I bought yarns from one of my go-to handmade shops, The Craft Central. I did not have any particular project in mind. I simply wanted the colors I got and filled my basket.
I do believe in surrounding myself with things that fill my heart with joy. Knitting using yarns in colors that I like makes me giddy, and it helps clear my mind.
I also believe in shopping small and independent, that is why I frequent craft shops, indie businesses, and local brands. The yarns I bought yesterday were from The Attic Yarn and Craftery, and just like The Craft Central, it fulfills all three aforementioned qualities.
Simply put, having a handmade lifestyle makes me smile!
If you would like to learn a craft of two, here are the upcoming workshops at The Craft Central SM North Edsa:
I hope that you will also find your craft, and enjoy shopping for supplies every now and then! It is good for your soul.
Brush Lettering and Dinner with Friends
I finally got to update my brush lettering supplies with this haul from The Craft Central. I got a journal insert for my TN, a pack of black brush pens, and a practice workbook.
I tried them all at The Craft Central Cafe and it was worth every penny!
I had the good tapa from the cafe and it was good! My friend also told me that the chicken picatta was also delicious.
Their latte was also to die for.
It was a happy night with my friends in a crafty cafe! I hope to enjoy this again soon.
