I’d like to start by talking about how to choose an embroidery kit. A stitch tells a story: Embroidery and Storytelling
Before diving into embroidery kit details, you’re likely attracted to design imagery and colors.
. . Imagery, color, and styling evoke emotions. How do they make you feel?
. . . It makes you ponder things.
I’m surprised by how people react to our Vintage Truck kit. They share plans like giving the dog a spot or changing truck colors. It’s interesting to see what this imagery means to them.
Each of us is attracted to images that reflect our lives and dreams. We gravitate towards stories we desire to weave.
Maybe they’re tales from your past or fantasies of tomorrow.
A Stitch Tells A Story: Embroidery And Storytelling
A stitch tells a story: embroidery and storytelling combine to create intricate narratives.
As You Embroider, You Spend Time With The Stories Of Your Past
When you set up your fabric in the hoop, thread the needle, and start stitching, your mind will drift. You’ll link events to your life and the images you create. You’ll reminisce about your past stories.
Designing and sewing \*No Place Like Home\* was nostalgic. It reminded me of Grandma Hendrickson’s cozy white house with lovely gardens.
Stitching *Catnap*, memories of Grandma Hodge’s pampered cats flooded back. Aunt Pat’s quilt on my bed came to mind. A friend quilting through life changes resonated with me.
Memories are often linked to images and colors. Stitching allows you to delve into those memories deeply. It’s interesting to see how that process unfolds.
As You Embroider You Spend Time With The Stories Of Your Future
Stitching in *No Place like Home* recalls old tales and far-off places. It evokes home and distant lands, mountains, and cities. Familiarity blends with curiosity, sparking thoughts of the future.
*Who’s flying the heart banner over the house?* everyone has a story. While sewing, I reminisced about our canceled cruise, dreaming of future family travels.
As You Embroider You Are Stitching The Story Of Your Life At This Moment
The people, places, and situations in your life are like threads. As you stitch, worries, pleasures, and questions weave in.
Years from now, looking back at a completed piece will remind you of these moments in your life. When you see it, you’ll recall stitching on the porch while your kids played nearby, your roommate washed the car, or your neighbors walked their dogs. Perhaps you’ll recall times spent alone lost in thought. Perhaps you’ll remember the flight you were on while you stitched. There’s a good chance you’ll also recall the circumstances and stories of that time as well as the specifics of the setting.
I was stitching Vintage Truck in summer 2020, during which we were under 19 quarantines, a time when I saw my 20-something children more than I had ever imagined due to their limited movements, a time when I visited my mom, and I happened to see a blue truck that looked remarkably like the one in my stitching.
Just In Case You Need A Storytelling Boost . . .
We think stories and embroidery should go hand in hand. Our kits’ images evoke memories, inspire future tales, and immerse you in your life’s narrative.
Each *Stitched Stories* kit includes unique storytelling prompts for inspiration.
From Rogues’ Gallery.
In this forest-themed display, animals gather around a fireplace. Imagine creating your own portrait gallery from your experiences. Besides family and friends, consider other communities you belong to. Maybe your book club, online gaming buddies, neighbors, or teammates. Who would you choose? How would you represent their bond?
A stitch tells a story: Embroidery and Storytelling- Start merging stories and stitches with an Austin trim today.
