Sewing Gratitude 2021 – At the end of the year I love to take a minute to think of all the things I’m grateful for that year.
2021 has been a real tough year for many of us. But if you’re here reading this, you’ve nearly made it!
Perhaps like me, sewing has definitely been one of the high points of your year. A solace and a therapy when life haven’t gone as planned. But perhaps that hasn’t been the case for you.
These are my top tips for finding sewing gratitude:
Skills Learnt
Think about all the new things you have learnt that you didn’t have a clue about last year.
Teachers Discovered
Have you found some a new class, teacher or even online go-to? How have they helped adding to your knowledge and skills this year?
You can check out my You Tube Channel here or find out more about the Love & Stitches Club, my online dressmaking club here.
Friends Gained
Sewing friends are definitely one of the best things about sewing. Friends who understand your sewing highs and lows are priceless! People to sew with, share with and laugh with! Both Friends made in class or virtually are all something to be grateful for.
Garments Created
Sewing and wearing garments you created and the joy that brings is something to feel thankful for. Think of all the amazing garments you made in 2021.
Named Clothing Lahja Unisex Dressing Gown 
Megan Nielsen Matilda Dress 
Itch to Stitch Aviero Cardigan 
Ellie & Mac Sew Scrappy
Mistakes Made
Think of all those mistakes you made and the opportunities to learn and grow from those. It’s all part of the process of learning a new skill and as I’m always banging on… aim for progress over perfection.
The imperfections are were the beauty lies.
Fabric Collected
New and gorgeous fabrics to drool over and stroke that you have added to your collection over the last 12 months. They give you joy and inspiration.
Tell me about what sewing has made you grateful for this year in the comments.
Love & Stitches
Alison xx
