10 Most Popular Crafts in 2021

 

What are the most popular crafts? Any ideas?

Most people would come up with the things they enjoy doing. Why? Because they look for articles, websites, blogs and anything that is to do with what they enjoy.

We tend not to notice anything we aren't interested in. So obviously we don't ask those we know as this would probably be biased. 

Why are crafts popular again?

The interest in crafts seems to ebb and flow. In recent years, with people's lives becoming so busy, stuck on a treadmill of work, eat, sleep, hobbies didn't factor into many people's lives. 

What changed? 

The Pandemic! People were stuck at home. If they went out there were only food shops open. So of course people went online. They were bored, if they weren't working from home. Children were bored. So crafts amongst other things became more interesting. 

Hobbies became businesses

Some people discovered how much they really enjoyed their new hobbies and that others loved what they made. Before long new businesses sprung up online.

My granddaughter was one of those and her business, started last year, is going from strength to strength. Read HERE

What are the most popular crafts in 2021? 

Where do we go to find out? 

First Stop, Google

The obvious place to begin is Google. 

Results:

I had 2 choices. The most popular crafts and the most popular crafts to sell.

I selected the most popular crafts and all I got was the most popular crafts to sell. Hmmm. Clearly this is a popular question.

Searching again

This time I went for crafts trending in 2021.

So up came:

Crafts trends to look out for.

Craft trends to try in 2021.

The craft trends to watch.

And so on. Similar themes to go with.

It all depends which blog you look at as far as the order of crafts. Everyone looks at information and sees it from their own perspective.

My list

Resin: A very popular craft that seemed to really take off in 2021.

It was used mainly for jewellery at one time. Now there are keyrings, I had one in the letter of my name.

Trinket boxes, coasters, bowls, paperweights and I also saw an amazing wine bottle stand with holders for glasses too. Oh and a chess set and board that looked stunning, not to mention the brilliant paintings..

Starter kits are available, like this one: 

Orimath Epoxy Resin Crystal Clear Resin Kits for Beginners

Macrame: Now this made a comeback, I believe, because of the programme 'The Chateau'. The chatelaine,  Angel, a woman of many talents, made so many brilliant pieces for decoration in a variety of places, that inspired so many to try it for themselves.

Knitting: This has always stayed fairly popular but has had an increase in popularity in recent years.

There are so many wonderful things you can make with knitting. In the news recently is an elderly lady of 92, who has made many magnificent pieces with knitting. The latest is of the Sandringham Estate, the Queen's residence in Norfolk, where it is now on display. 

I suspect this wonderful lady has inspired many knitters. 

Crochet: This too has remained popular, with the usual ebb and flow of crafts. It too has had a resurgence of interest over the pandemic. It is easy to do and you can make things like blankets and scarves without requiring a pattern. 

I loved crochet and used to make up my own patterns. 

Candle making: A popular craft over the pandemic. Why? It's fun to do and you have something you can use at the end of it.

There are kits to try to see whether you like it before buying more, like the one shown here: 

Candle Making Kit

There are different types of wax: The usual paraffin wax. Soya wax, very eco friendly and much less carcinogenic and bees wax, another natural and eco friendly wax.

When made they make lovely gifts.

Baking: I have included this as it seems many people have become interested in cooking again and not just meals but actual baking too. Stunning cupcakes, cookies and cake designs that are so beautiful it seems wrong to eat them.

Programmes such as Bake Off had inspired some but the Pandemic seemed to bring out the srtistic flir in many.

 Pottery: Interest in pottery increased a lot in 2020 thanks to The Great Pottery Throwdown.

It's an interesting craft and very therapeutic. I had a couple of sessions that were a gift. It was interesting, fun and very calming shaping the clay onthe wheel. 

The pottery kit shown is for creating by hand without a pottery wheel. Its a good idea to find someone who gives lessons or does taster sessions, in your local area before buying expensive equipment.

The kit is called:

Pott'd Home Air-Dry Clay Pottery Kit for Beginners.

Sewing: Sewing has become popular because of the Great British Sewing Bee on television. Seeing how its done and the end results is inspiring and encouraging. Plus many have no idea what a variety of things you can make when you sew.

I did a blog about a man starting a sewing business. Read it HERE!

Painting: With time on their hands more people were exploring their love of art. Taking lessons online, getting outdoors with easel and paints as well as exploring the different mediums of acrylic, oil and watercolour.

Painting can be very absorbing and enjoyable, hours can pass by in a flash. I have often heard people say they cant draw or paint. It doesn't have to be perfect or even recognisable as anything, you just have to enjoy it.

Embroidery: Such a beautiful craft this is.

Embroidering pictures onto hoops is a very popular pastime.

The finished pictures make lovely gifts.

Of course embroidery is used on clothing, tablecloths, 

runners, chair backs and so much more.

It can be very absorbing and interesting to watch the picture emerge.

There are a variety of embroidery kits available

 includng this one:

4 Sets Embroidery Starter Kit

Starter kits are a good way to try a new craft.

I think 

that crafts are fun, enjoyable, they help with focus and we learn as we go. Learning anything new is very good to keep our brain sharp. The saying 'use it or lose it' is as true for our brain as for our bodies. It is important to keep both active.

It's really enjoyable spending time crafting and great fun trying out different crafts. It's also good to gain more skills and to have wider interests. 

It can help you to connect to other people who have similar interests. I have always found crafters to be a friendly bunch in the main.Ready to offer help and advice too when needed. It's a good commnity to be part of.

Are you a crafter or thinking of trying out a craft?

What is your favourite craft?

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Personalise Crafts & Gifts with Embroidery

No matter what the gift giving occasion, a personalized gift always shows the recipient that you took the time to select a special gift just for them. Whether you are attending a birthday party, baby shower, or wedding, a personalised gift shows that you care and that you feel the gift recipient is special. One of the easiest ways to present your recipient with a personalised gift is through personalisation with simple embroidery.

What is Embroidery?                  

  VEYLIN 5 Pack Embroidery Starter Kit  

                   

                  

Embroidery is the handicraft of decorating fabric with designs stitched with thread or yarn.  Embroidery can be done by hand or by a sewing machine.  It can also include the addition of beads, quills, pearls, metals, and other objects.  Embroidery can be done free-form or with the use of a pattern.                           
The art of embroidery has been around for thousands of years or longer. People all over the world have been using it to personalize and decorate their garments and home décor for ages. Embroidery is simple to do and allows you the freedom to create some very beautiful works of art.

You can embroider by hand, which takes time but can be very relaxing and enjoyable. It can also be done by machine where the art is more in the designing than the doing I believe.

If you love gadgets and haven't looked at sewing machines in years, if ever, you will love the way they have evolved. Nowadays they are multifunctional, they don't just sew clothes, now they overlock, quilt and embroider too.

Having had a look, I have to say there are some gorgeous sewing machines available. I have seen machine embroidery and it looks stunning. Well worth considering.

I think its fun to have a go

you'll even have something to show

for the effort you have put in

I see that as a win win.

Something to while away the day

now that we are shut away.

Don't complain, not a groan

or even the tiniest moan.

If it saves the lives of just a few

then its the least that we can do.

The doctors and nurses so weary

losing so many is making them teary.

All we have to do is stay inside

while they hang on for the scary ride.

What and Where?                                                                 

Caydo Embroidery Kit 

Anything fabric or cloth can easily be embroidered upon. You do not have to possess any special skills to be able to personalise items using embroidery. All you really need is some colorful embroidery threads and a needle. You can draw your own design or buy ready printed designs on fabric or even get iron on transfers.

Some of the easiest things to embroider on are clothing and towels. Baby showers are becoming popular here in the UK now and it makes the gift special if the baby's name is embroidered onto baby clothes, towels or blankets. It just adds a very special personal touch.Of course not every new Mother to be wants to know the gender of the baby and even those that do know haven't always decided on a name. In that case you can give the gift and offer to add the name afterwards.

Personalised wedding presents are also popular. The happy couples names and even the date can be added to towels, tea towels or a wall hanging. It just makes the gift even more personal to have it hand sewn.

Children.

 Portable Sewing Machine,

Children love to learn crafts and you can get basic sewing sets with large blunt needles for basic embroidering of pictures. 

Then as they become older can also learn more advanced hand or machine embroidery if they are so inclined. 

There are sewing machines for children from 6 years old apparently. Not sure I would give a sewing machine to a 6 year old, maybe 8 or 9 years. Depends upon the child I suppose.

Crafts went out of fashion for a number of years but are once again very popular with new crafts appearing often.

Personalised gifts are the ones you likely remember the most from your childhood even though they were probably not the most expensive presents you were given by loved ones. Fun items to personalise and give to a child include; backpacks, lunch bags, sleeping bags, clothing or even a special beach or bath towel just for them. You could embroider their initials, their name, or even a small motif of something they are interested in.

Give it a go!

There are many books on the subject available to buy or borrow from your local library, once they are open again.

  Ribbon Embroidery Kit          

From the website:     

                                                                  

• The ribbon embroidery kit include pillowcase, ribbon, needles, instruction, drawings. (pillow core not included)
• High-quality materials: strictly selected materials, the pillow cover made of suede fabric, soft and comfortable.
• The ribbon is soft in texture and bright in color, with sufficient amount according to the pattern.
• Size: the size of the embroidery pillow is about 45*45 cm. Please confirm the size before buying.
• It can be used for sofa pillows, pillow head covers, elegant yet exquisite, fashionable choice of furniture matching.

Craft books and magazines often have lots of ideas  and even patterns you can adapt for whatever you are embroidering.
 You can also find patterns online and they will be in your local craft store too if you have one and if they survive the lockdown.  Embroidery threads will probably only be available online at the moment, so it might be a good idea to try a craft kit
If it does go wrong and you aren't happy just pull it out and start again.
Don’t be afraid to experiment with your embroidery and come up with your own unique designs. There aren't any real mistakes in embroidery; just adjust the picture you were making, it's not as if anyone will know.
If it does go wrong and you aren't happy just pull  it out and start again.




Personalising your gifts with some embroidery will make your gift recipient happy and at the same time show them that you went the extra mile to give a present that is so personal and special.

Have fun with your creating.



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