I’ve always loved crafts and I know that I had more free time I’d probably be crafting a lot more often.  It seems though that most folks don’t need time to get crafting, the simply need less money.  According to the New York Times:

Craft stores, from giant chains like Michaels Stores to small scrapbook supply shops, are reporting that sales are higher compared with the last holiday season, and online marketplaces for handmade goods, like Etsy, are seeing a boom in listings and transactions.

This is actually really exciting - because so often you can make something for yourself for much cheaper than what stores try to sell it to you for.  And of course making things is usually more sustainable than buying, and that is always exciting. Not to mention that things like Etsy are great because they promote artists and other people who want to go into business for themselves.  Yay!

takepart to check out craftzine for ideas on cool things you can make. And in the spirit of all things “craft” reminisce with the trailer below: