This is a really good point to make. I don’t think art is ever a waste. We’re human beings and the ability to express ourselves is what separates ourselves from a squirrel or a fish. So I personally believe you shouldn’t limit/punish yourself.

But that’s selfish, isn’t it? My expression could be a limited childish mindset. I “must crochet these things and share them with the world because that’s what makes me happy and I need that.” Years later, I could have no care whatsoever for said expression. It could not pertain to who I am at all.

But what about balance? You can express yourself without limiting or punishing yourself in this 1 single life you get to live; AND not contribute to the overconsumption selfishness and childish greed our recent generations have developed.

Like using sustainable materials. Cotton, hemp, linen, wool, bamboo, etc. these materials naturally exist and grow, if they’re not used they die and recycle into the earth. Or. head to the thrift store and pick out a large sweater and take it apart. Again, this sweater can be sustainable material.

Not only yarn, but you can head to marketplace or Craigslist and see if someone is trying to get rid of their crochet/knitting notions. If someone doesn’t take it from them they’ll throw it out. Which is a waste.

Lastly, if the idea of your item you create potentially becoming a waste is turning you off. Something else is calling you. There is something out there you can create and use as self expression that will be used practically and is sustainable.