Slow stitching is a process of needlework or hand sewing, similar to traditional embroidery or hand quilting, but without restrictions. It’s a method of using your hands to sew stitches between fabric and thread, with an emphasis on the process and the calming effects that are generated.

Tangibly, stitches reinforce, repair, or attach fabric pieces together, not with the intention of making a perfect piece, but in seeing the beauty in salvaging what you already have, and recognizing the value of the effort and time it takes to do so.

By using repetitive strokes and stitches, the slow stitching approach becomes soothing and comforting. Users feel the softness of the fabric, fall into a rhythm pulling stitches, and get lost in the moment, to achieve a sense of calmness.

In today’s slow stitching course, I’ll introduce 3 essential stitches and demonstrate how they are used in slow stitching. From this needlework basis, users can vary the techniques to create unique and personal art. 

For a specific project, students will create their own slow stitching playing cards using a needle, thread, and fabric pieces. By engaging in simple, routine actions, the stitching becomes somewhat meditative.

The course contains lessons that review the essential stitching tools, three traditional stitches, and two project challenges. Also included are a class download with a supply list and course overview.