Whether your craft kit is for yourself, for home makeovers or to use it with your children, there are certain things you should have so you can all achieve your creative potential. Having a craft kit that has a wide variety of options also gives you the opportunity to think outside the box and try and create things you might not otherwise have thought about. Here are some must have additions to your craft kit.
Pens
You no doubt already have some pens but the quality of pens you have is also important. You need to be able to use them on a variety of different materials and you want them to give you the best effect possible. You can also add different types of pens to your kit, such as calligraphy pens which open a whole new world of craft options. You could even try Chinese calligraphy to give your designs a touch of flair! You want your pens to be long lasting, so don’t settle for cheap options.
Leather Glue
If your specialty is amending clothes and creating catwalk worthy fashion, then you are going to need glue to fix leather. Leather is a tough material so you need strong glue! You will also be able to use it on boots and leather shoes. If you are looking to get truly creative with your clothes designs, ensure your craft kit has the best quality leather glue.
Sewing Needles
Sewing needles are an essential part of any craft kit as they give you the opportunity to get creative with clothes, but also have an easy and accessible way to fix any tears. If you haven’t learned to sew, you should because it will give you more options when it comes to designs. It could also introduce you to the world of tapestries that are fun, therapeutic and you will end up with some incredible work to add to your collection. A good sewing kit is easy to find, so make sure you add it to your craft box!
Good Paper
Having good quality paper makes your designs, drawings and other work look better. If the paper you use is of poor quality, it doesn’t matter how good your work is, it will appear to lack something. Paper can also be used to try out new activities such as origami, which needs good quality paper to ensure the models are not easily broken or fall apart. While this is one of the more expensive options, it is not something you should avoid if you want to go the extra step and make your arts and craft stand out.
Your craft kit is where all your creative options lie and what you have inside it should reflect your passions. However, it should also give you the chance to try out new things and you might find yourself a new hobby. Add to your craft kit with these items and you will not be lacking in options to indulge your creativity!
Danielle says
This was such an interesting read sweetie!
Danielle | thereluctantblogger.co.uk