Does he know how good you are at it? Not meddling in your family politics, but perhaps the fact that you're talented might make a difference. It's difficult to pursue creative endeavors, but being good at them helps a lot. Everyone thinks art related pursuits are a waste of time until you succeed at it. Then they will act as if it's the most natural thing ever. Seen it many times.
First, thanks for having faith in me, I really do appreciate it. He admitted that he gave up trying to understand what I do, musically or in any other regard, a few years ago. We have such radically different interests, artistic experiences, and tastes that there is virtually no common ground between a.) the things I make and b.) things he understands/likes. I think it was easier for him to be supportive when I was making things he enjoyed listening to. (potentially enjoyable sidenote: I'm making everyone in my family christmas gifts this year. My brother is getting one of these, my sister gets one of these, my mom one of these. Due to the fact that he wouldn't know a good garment if it strangled him, my dad is getting the most boring navy blue tie I can muster.)
I want the maroon sweater but with a Hubski logo as the patch.