Pinterest Challenge on PR

Thanks to everyone who took the time to comment on Pinterest.  It looks like the general consensus is that Pinterest is a major time suck - something I definitely don't need right now.  I am so behind on sewing, I can't afford to procrastinate any more!   I think following someone else might be a good thing.  =)

That said, I saw on PR that there's a new 2-week sewing challenge that involves Pinterest.  The challenge is to sew a home-dec item inspired by something you pinned.  Click here for more information.

L

Pinterest: Friend or Foe?

I've had a Pinterest account for about a year.  I've logged on twice, once when I opened the account and today.  =)  I find the whole thing a bit daunting and, for this reason, have not made much use of site.  There are SO many pictures and boards - I feel overwhelmed.  After first pinning a couple of pictures, I got an alert saying someone that I don't know "liked" my pin.  Huh?  I can't make this thing private?

Cenetta of The Mahogany Stylist recently posted a link to her "My Style" board on Pinterest.  Her board has many fabulous photos of garments, outfits, looks, etc.

Here are my questions:

1. How do you find pictures like that?
2. Do I have to sit and go through pages of photos?
3. How do you use Pinterest?
4. Is it a friend or foe?

Thanks!

L