Of course, you need a certain amount of imagination for crafting and it's great fun to think up unusual items! You might even think of a way to overcome that annoying craft problem you've been struggling with, using supplies you hadn't considered before!
On one trip to the shops we bought four wooden spoons, two very cheap wooden rolling pins and some clothes line. The thinking behind this? We could paint the spoons in exciting colours, we could use the rolling pins to put up our wallhangings, and we could use the clothes line to put round the edges of bags to keep them in shape. It's worth a try at least!
On another Tesco trip, I bought a bundle of towels that were reduced. My hope is to make little bags out of them for cosmetics or toiletries or something! It is all very theoretical at the moment as they are still in towel-form on my bedroom floor!
It's also a great idea to recycle (or is upcycle the right term?) as this gives you an even better sense of achievement! I have a chest full of old clothes and bed sheets and everything else that is remotely fabric-y! I use these mostly for making rag rugs but you can also use them to make bags, bookmarks, scrunchies, notebook covers...you name it! Just make sure there aren't any holes in the material before you start as there is nothing worse than making a stunning handbag only to find that the front is ruined with holes!! And, of course, you must save the buttons off any old shirt that is too tattered to wear! This is a great way to craft on a budget!
So my most unusual craft items would have to be the washing line, rolling pins, bunch of towels, any clothing (including some rather laddered tights!) Oh, and a small dog bowl I use for melting soap or wax!
What are your most unusual craft supplies?
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