One of the ways I enjoy being creative is by doing cross stitch and embroidery. Over the years I have completed many projects, mostly counted cross stitch.
For anyone familiar with cross stitch, you know how tedious and time consuming it can be! However I also find it relaxing…in short spurts of time:)
I sometimes buy kits that already have the basic design printed on the cloth, way easier than starting with a blank slate! Although I also enjoy the more challenging counted cross stitch designs as well. For those of you who are new to the cross stitching world, this site has a good explanation of the difference between counted and stamped cross stitch.
I get the kits from stores like Michaels and Walmart, and sometimes order them online. Herrschners has a nice collection of cross stitch, and many other types of crafts I enjoy.
I sometimes give completed works away as gifts, but I have also kept some for myself, including this cute nautical design that reminds us to ‘Take Time’:
I have this hanging up on my wall in my apartment, and every time I see it I am reminded of the beach and how calming and relaxing the ocean can be!
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