I just want maximum results with minimal effort
When did we stop researching hobbies before buying hundreds of dollars in supplies and diving headfirst into an ultra-complicated project? What happened to going to the library, or watching YouTube tutorials to learn a new skill?
Why are people so incredibly LAZY? You’re telling me you can throw money at the thing but you cant bother investing a few hours of research into what you want to do? I am a completely self-taught crocheter, knitter, quilter, and cross-stitcher, with my sights set on learning embroidery next. Each time I would watch several video tutorials, look at other peoples’ finished projects, take experienced artists’ advice at a reasonable beginner project, and go for it. I used the simple, “easy” projects as practice to develop my skills before I made the thing I actually wanted to make. Yes, crochet dishcloths and quilted potholders are “boring” projects, but simple and “boring” is part of foundational skill development. People are so obsessed with instant gratification that they completely skip these vital steps.
I can’t imagine how frustrating it must be for people who really think they can buy 7 extra-jumbo yarn and some knitting needles and make a sweater with no pattern, no guidance, and no experience. You are quite literally making it harder to learn the thing because you refuse to learn the thing. Not to mention the historical and cultural significance of these hobbies that are also deserving of consideration. It really isn’t hard to care a little bit.