BPD, selfcare

Mindfulness: Staying Present In Difficult Times.

Latest design ‘The Candy Cane Cap’ for Rebecca Page Holidays Summit. Life can be challenging at times. I've learned how much easier life can be when I stop regretting the past and worrying about the future. Both are bad habits I am working to eliminate. Habits long established which will take time and conscious effort… Continue reading Mindfulness: Staying Present In Difficult Times.

Dyeing, family, Get Messy

Embracing imperfection

The act of knitting is often seen as an exercise in perfectionism. Every stitch must be even, the tension must be perfect, and the finished product must be flawless. But what if we embraced imperfection instead? The beginners mind. Mental health is a journey, and it is not always linear. There are ups and downs,… Continue reading Embracing imperfection

BPD, family, selfcare

Batik 🦇 ing with my girls

Using studio again After a few years I’m able to use my studio again. Spending creative time with my girls, we are learning together. It’s been many years since I last played with wax resist dyeing, aka batik. Fern’s precision isn’t going as planned One of the joys of being creative with others is seeing… Continue reading Batik 🦇 ing with my girls