I never expected to enjoy creating intuitive slow stitched pieces as much as I do. The process feels like a quiet conversation between me and the fabric, where every stitch happens naturally without a strict plan.

Another important part of my interesting slow stitched journey was choosing not to look at other people’s work on social media while I stitched. Usually, I find inspiration in others’ creations, but this time I wanted to hear my own voice. I turned off music and the usual background noise to create a quiet space where my thoughts and ideas could flow uninterrupted. This silence allowed me to have a personal conversation with the fabrics. I noticed details I might have missed otherwise. It was

I am beginning to feel in charge again. After unpacking some fabrics, I realized I haven’t touched my sewing machine or iron yet. Instead, I’m expanding on my slow stitching skills. It’s a big change for me. My sewing machine has been an extension of myself since I was five years old. It’s always been fast, precise, and familiar. Slow stitching, on the other hand, is just that-slow. It pushes me out of my comfort zone, but it also opens up new ways to connect with fabric and thread.