With plenty of time on our hands and nothing to do with our hands – Liz Stiglets’ embroidery shop definitely comes in handy. The mastermind behind Cozy Blue, Stiglets offers embroidery patterns and DIY kits at reasonable prices, meant to help you tap into your inner embroiderer.
“I give notes for each design, including which stitches I used where,” she further explained in an interview with the Etsy blog, “so folks can replicate my example photos if they want to—or they can do their own thing.” According to Stiglets, the pattern is pre-printed on the fabric, with the floss, needle, and hoop all included in her kits. She also has a Getting Started Guide, which walks you through the process, step by step, with the aid of diagrams.
“I encourage you to slow down,” says Stiglets. “Take some time to notice the world around you. Look within and help your mind focus and calm so that you can come from a place of quiet rather than chaos. When your mind is peaceful, your life is richer.”
A self-taught embroiderer, Stiglets attitude towards her craft might just inspire you to follow her footsteps. Who knows, you might find yourself a new hobby by the end of the year.
