Does crafting level up seperately from a characters level ?


Do you skill up crafting..... and it opens recipies up allowing you to make better and better items ?

Well, each level you gain in Smithing (For Example) gets you a little increase in your level.

this increase in crafting level....does it open up new/better items to craft ?

For smithing it does. Alchemy is dependent on experimentation and enchanting is dependent on buying or finding gear with the enchantments you are looking for.

In Smithing, choosing perks allows you to create more advanced weapons and armour. In Alchemy and Enchanting, the perks just make your potions and enchanted items better.

Your character levels up after gaining enough experience in any and all of your skills.