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Category: 2. February 2020 – sewing for wellbeing

Pocket Mascot

February 22, 2020March 16, 20202 Comments

I was working with a couple of students this week of Youngish Quilter age, so I ran a few ideas past them for this post.  They liked the idea of a little mascot that would fit in a pocket.   With exams on the horizon, a friendly face, a motivational word or two.  Anyway - this … Continue reading Pocket Mascot

Stitching how you feel: Lorina Bulwer

February 17, 2020March 16, 2020Leave a comment

This month, we are focussing on sewing and well-being. Today, we shine a light on the work of Lorina Bulwer (1838-1912), a woman who, having been denied her freedom and power of expression, used her needlework to give vent to her feelings and thoughts. image by Norfolk Museums Collection Born in Suffolk, after the death … Continue reading Stitching how you feel: Lorina Bulwer

Patience

February 13, 2020March 16, 2020Leave a comment

Our word of the day is 'patience'. Patience with ourselves, with others and also our quilting!  Being patient and kind to ourselves is really important to our well being. In a busy world that never stops and the fast pace of technology, sometimes we need to take a moment to ourselves and have some 'me' … Continue reading Patience

Be a pineapple!

February 10, 2020March 16, 2020Leave a comment

Happy Monday everyone! It's well being month here at Youngish Quilters and today's motto is 'be a pineapple!'. Stand tall, wear a crown and be sweet on the inside. That means be confident, know your own self worth and be kind to yourself and others. If you fancy making your own pineapple visit the Sew … Continue reading Be a pineapple!

Interesting read! Sewing for Wellbeing

February 3, 2020March 16, 2020Leave a comment

Check out this interesting article on The Guardian website exploring sewing and wellbeing. Did you know about the calming effects of sewing? And how it can help people express and heal themselves? Click here for the full story... The lovely illustration above is by Eva Bee

Welcome to February – and a book giveaway!!

February 1, 2020March 16, 2020Leave a comment

We hope you enjoyed our environmentally-aware themed January here at Youngish Quilters. I think we all agree that considering how our stitching impacts on the world around us is important. But how about the effect on each and every one of us as individuals? I know quilting helps me to relax - the act of … Continue reading Welcome to February – and a book giveaway!!

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We have a fun couple of posts coming your way! We are all about stars right now
Fancy a bit of slow stitching for the bank holiday weekend? New blog post on our website!
Fun new project on our blog to get you in the mood for Valentines Day, Valentine’s Day, or whatever you’re celebrating in February!
We are on the countdown to Christmas! Check out our latest blog post for a cute Christmas wall hanging to give you all the festive feels!
Something wicked this way comes… Check back in for a new workshop #comingsoon
We’re coming towards the end of the summer as well as our theme MEND which we’ve really enjoyed exploring with you! Let us know what you’ve enjoyed?
As part of our Summer theme ‘Mend’, today’s post highlights a project that might keep you occupied if the remaining weeks of the Summer holiday don’t turn out to be all that sunny.
Next up is the talented @rachelcare who is exploring our summer theme Mend! Read all about how important sewing is to help mend and sustain mental wellbeing. Her textile creations are beautiful - don’t miss seeing these...link in bio
🌟News!🌟 It’s the first day of @thefestivalofquilts and even though the children’s workshops are not running this year, we have a special video tutorial to share with you instead! Make this handy snack pouch taught by the amazing @gillymacdesigns , it’s perfect for storing your tasty treats on the go!
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