slow stitching

Self Care is More Important Than Ever These Days…

By Ellen Johnson / November 2, 2025

As we head into the holiday season, it’s extra important to take the time to practice some good old fashioned self care. (Talking to myself, here, too!) In fact, taking care of ourselves is a “must” for being able to show up for our families and our friends – and it’s super important if we … Read more

A Needlepointer’s Guide to Slow Stitching

By Ellen Johnson / January 12, 2025

As we settle into 2025, you may find yourself yearning for moments of peace and creativity in your busy life. If you cherish your needlepoint hobby as much as I do, I invite you to join me in deepening our connection with our craft by embracing the principles of slow stitching and hygge. (Hygge, in … Read more

What Do Rest and Soap Operas Have in Common?

By Ellen Johnson / July 2, 2021

Granny was a die-hard fan of Days of Our Lives. She also taught me to stitch. On the surface, those two things don’t seem to have anything in common. But, in my life, they’re inextricably linked. The common denominator is rest. Let me explain… Ellen Johnson

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