Ever since I can remember, my hobbies have usually included some kind of arts&crafts. The specific interests have changed a bit over the years, but creating something, something "useful," with my hands has always appealed to me and taken up my ever dwindling free time.

I am one of those lucky people who is actually good at following written directions in books with limited visual aid. This means that I can go to a craft center, pick out a book, get some basic materials, go home and usually create a fairly decent example of whatever the book instructed me to do. If the first attempt was sucessful and created something that I liked enough to do again, I'd begin experimenting and creating my own designs and techniques.

I am currently most proficient at Beadwork and Sewing, and I dabble with chainmaille, jewelry making, and a few other random crafts. I arrived at the level of skill I'm willing to display here via the above method--for the most part. Most of the objects, jewelry, clothing, and other random bits I make usually stay with me, but crafting is also a handy skill to have when it comes to gift-giving. On occasion I am asked to make something for someone for some small profit.

There is always room for improvement, and I am always trying to increase my proficiency, or delve into new creative territory. Comments and/or questions are, of course, welcome.