I admire those who are great in sewing and thread- creating talent. There are those who create such precious, colorful and well designed quilts. There are those who do beautiful crochet projects and some who can knit treasured creations. I have even had a mother show me leather creations her granddaughter creates. The daughter does custom sewing. Her mother showed me photos of the beautiful wedding and prom gowns she has made. I do admire my friends and relatives who can whip up stylish clothing items.

An almost lost art form of stitchery is tatting. I don’t think I know of anyone who...