Soul Stitchery's Meditations on the Holiday Season
Hey there, holiday lovers! As we dive headfirst into the festive vibes, let's chat about something as warm and cozy as a quilt – quilting itself! It's not just about stitching fabric; it's like weaving gratitude and love into a cozy masterpiece.
So, picture this: you've got your holiday season checklist – the decorations, the traditions, and all that jazz. Now, imagine quilting as the secret sauce that ties it all together. It's like creating a magical patchwork quilt of memories and good times. I spent a ton of time thinking about this as I made this Christmas Tree Table Runner last month.
Think about it – quilting is all about bringing different pieces together, just like how holidays bring friends and family into one big, joyful mix. Each person adds a unique flavor to the celebration, creating a beautiful, crazy quilt of shared laughter and experiences.
Gratitude Stitches Us Together
Gratitude, my friend, is like the thread that stitches the layers of our lives. It's that warm feeling you get when you think about the journey, whatever journey you’re on, and sit in silent thankfulness. Just like when making a quilt, we piece together bits of joy, challenges, and random adventures to create our own funky, beautiful narrative.
And patience? Well, quilting is practically a Zen master class. It teaches us to slow down and appreciate the process, one stitch at a time. In the midst of the holiday rush, that's a reminder we could all use – take a breath, soak it in, and enjoy the present moment. I’ve been working hard these past few months to remember this.
Be present, be intentional…think before you speak; don’t take anything, no matter how small, for granted. In this time of TikTok style consumption-- of 30 second sound bites and tiny bits of information given seconds at a time-- I encourage you to take a minute, sit in the quiet (and I know for some of you that might mean the thirty seconds you may get to go potty all by yourself ;) and just be grateful. It does wonders for the “Soul” (see what I did there…lol).
Quilts are Meaningful Gifts
Now, let's talk about gifting a quilt. It's not just handing over a cozy blanket; it's like giving a warm hug made of fabric. During the holidays, those carefully chosen gifts become our way of saying, "Hey, you're awesome, and I appreciate you!" It's like wrapping gratitude up in a bow. For those of us who have cried and bled on our quilts it’s like giving a tiny piece of our hearts. The sometimes painful, frustrating and arduous task of making that quilt means a little piece of us goes with it wherever it goes.
So, this holiday season, as you gather with your favorite humans (and fur babies too!), exchange gifts, and soak in the festive cheer, take a moment to appreciate the patchwork of your life. Just like a quilt, it's a mishmash of memories, and it's the gratitude that turns it into a heartwarming masterpiece. Cheers to stitching together more love, laughter, and cozy vibes this holiday season!
-Marisol🎄✨
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