This was a fun meditation to do! It's approximately 3" x 5", using cotton scraps and a clothing label that has been washed so many times that it's transparent with frazzles, and dmc embroidery thread. I added a patch that I stamped a trio of cats on and the second spiral rose that I am just learning to make.
It's amazing how calming working on these little pieces is, and it's wonderful to not have to worry about it being perfect! I cheated myself out of even starting a lot of new art/crafts, because I knew I couldn't make them perfect, and when I did start something, I couldn't enjoy the process for fear of messing it up. I am so happy that I finally was able to get over the hurdle of perfection, with the help of some great online teachers. I enjoy the process so much more! It may drive some people crazy, but it makes me happy, and it soothes my soul, so that's a great payoff to me.
Of course, I don't try to sell what I do! I tried that once with my paintings, with some commissions, when I first started out. I got pushed into it before I was ready and hadn't yet learned that it was okay to say no, even to family and friends. It was way too stressful and nerve wracking to me, and it took all of the pleasure out of painting for me, so I learned to say no to people that asked, and I've kept it a hobby, with no obligations. It's something I do for me, and if someone else likes it that's great, but I no longer stress about it if they don't. I do occasionally give away something I've made as a gift to the special people in my life, and that makes me happy too!
Don't be afraid to try something new without worrying about it being perfect! It's okay, perfect, or not, as long as you enjoy doing it and it makes you happy.
Stay safe and well!
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