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We are now into January! We are officially in the season of New Year's resolutions which may include: making vows to exercise more, detoxing from Christmas cookies (I miss cookies for breakfast), and feeling the urge to be more productive. I mean, the linen closet will not purge itself right? And don't even get me started about the news cycles these days. Every time we turn on the evening news, we turn it right back off again.
The current weather in my neck of the woods is cold. Last week, we saw our nightly lows plummet to -21 with windchill and we have a healthy amount of snow on the ground with more snow in the forecast for this week. 'Tis the season to hibernate and craft until spring!
There’s something comforting about crafting during the winter months. Maybe it’s the weight of a warm blanket that you are crocheting, putting together some handmade Valentine's Day cards, or settling in with a craft project during a snowstorm. It's a great reminder that creativity can flourish even in the quietest of seasons.
Crafting is also a wonderful distraction to the noise of the world. It gives us permission to disconnect from screens and the constant stream of news. Instead of scrolling, we’re sewing. Instead of worrying, we’re learning new crochet stitches. It’s not just about making something tangible; it’s about making space for ourselves and our well-being.
So if you’re feeling the pull to slow down this January, then lock your door and embrace a little winter hibernation. Grab your crochet kit, dust off your sewing machine, or dive into a stack of cardstock and ignore the world for a little bit.
If you need a project to work on, then follow the links below to find my DIY Craft kits:
If you have fabric and/or yarn, then check out my digital patterns here:
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With all the noise that surrounds us, it's easy to get pulled in. Especially with the news of the world bringing us down. That's why it's important to take a night here and there to shut everything down, and push aside that pesky voice that sometimes gets in the way with "I should be doing XYZ". This is your time to sink into a big comfy chair, sip on that cup of tea and work on your craft project. If you feel peaceful, then stay there for as long as you need. You deserve this time!
Think back to a handmade gift you’ve received. Chances are, you still have it tucked away somewhere, or maybe even still use it. Every stitch in a quilt, every loop in a crochet pattern, and every carefully placed detail in a handcrafted card tells a story.
There’s nothing better than rounding up your best people, pouring some wine (or tea, if that’s more your vibe), and diving into a pile of craft kits together. Life gets crazy! Between work, family, and a hectic to-do list, it’s hard to find time to catch up. That’s why a girls' night in, filled with crafty bits, belly laughs, and good conversation is the perfect way to hit pause on that crazy life.
