Slow stitched pouch - a piece of art

 

Creating a slow-stitched and beaded pouch is a wonderful way to combine mindfulness with creativity, resulting in a beautiful and functional piece of art.

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Embroidery stitched

Embroidery is the art of

embellishing fabric with a story told in stitches." - Unknown

Experiment with Stitches and Beads:

Don't be afraid to mix different stitches and bead types. The more varied, the more interesting your design will be.

Mindful Sewing:

Use this project as a way to practice mindfulness. Focus on each stitch and bead placement, enjoying the process rather than rushing to the finish.

Creating a slow-stitched and beaded pouch is not only a creative outlet but also a soothing activity that allows you to focus on the present moment. Enjoy the process and the unique, beautiful piece you'll have at the end!

Junk journal, art journal and collage journals collection

 

"Creativity takes courage." - Henri Matisse

The purpose of art is washing the dust

of daily life off our souls." - Pablo Picasso

Art journals

In this journal I used a acrkylic painting as back cover and the one below as front cover. Very heavy textured.

"Art is not what you see, but what you make others see." - Edgar Degas

Collage journals

Journal pages

A Good beginning of a art journal

"The world always seems brighter when

you've just made something that wasn't there before." - Neil Gaiman

"Art is the stored honey of the human soul." - Theodore Dreiser

Junk journal embellishment and tassel 

"Art is the only way to run away without leaving home." - Twyla Tharp

"Art is the journey of a free soul." - Alev Oguz

"Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes.

Art is knowing which ones to keep." - Scott Adams

"The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance

of things, but their inward significance." - Aristotle

These quotes can serve as prompts, inspiration, or reflections in your art journal, adding depth and meaning to your creative expressions.

Feel free to choose the ones that resonate with you most and incorporate them into your journaling practice.