Slow stitching, I show you what it is & how to do it! Great mindful stitching for beginners & pros!

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Check out the wonderful relaxing world of slow stitching! I'll talk about what it is, it's origins and show you how to get started on a simple but beautiful piece of your own slow stitching. This is suitable for all levels of embroiderers, beginners to advanced, and is a wonderful way to relax and really enjoy your embroidery without the fear of 'going wrong' or being super neat...
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@thecalicoheart7946 Жыл бұрын

“I have lived with several Zen masters, all of them cats.” - Eckhart Tolle 😁XXX

@judyzeigler3980 27 күн бұрын

So beautiful I love the wood. I love the more organic what I call 😊 art.

@judepicton6252 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video, very relaxing and inspiring. Thank-you so much.Your face Sarah when you hid the knot in the slow stitching ,I hope it didn't stress you too much ,after all its mindful and relaxing ,even though you KNOW you have hidden a KNOT in your embroidery. We won't tell anyone Sarah 😅

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

I had to go and lie down....:)

@marysharp6366 Жыл бұрын

I must have been slow stitching since 1992 I do every thing by hand even quilting(one stitch at a time ) I do not like sewing machines they make me very frustrated, so slow stitching calms me down. Regards Sarah from New Zealand.

@daniellelombardi180 Жыл бұрын

Yeah!!! I am so glad you are speaking on slow stitching...a subject I know very well!

@terribradburn6685 Жыл бұрын

I love all kinds of stitching but slow stitching is so much fun bc you never know what will inspire you to go on and what the outcome will be. I always feel like my piece is never quite finished. Thanks for sharing your method!

@cyndicoleman857 Жыл бұрын

You are an amazing intuitive teacher. You do amazing work and still make me feel as tho I can too create these projects with success. Thank you!

@diannaguardian518 Жыл бұрын

Oh Sarah, you have taught me so many things!!! Thank you for such brilliant videos and your lovely way of teaching us. You brighten my day and bring me peace and joy. Thank you for showing us a gift that will last our lifetime❤💜❤🪡🪡🧵

@Silva007ish Жыл бұрын

Sarah I’m thinking of all my friends in Great Britain with the loss of the beloved Queen. From across the pond….you are in my thoughts.

@collenrose3957 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing the beginning process, it always stumps me. I love-love your stitching. Have a very blessed day 🌈💛🙏💛🌈

@carole8249 Жыл бұрын

Oh dear Mr Ginger Cat, you got me into trouble. Climbing on Mummy when she's embroidering is not a good idea, apparently! So, I've been made to sit on her lap and watch you being good. Tabitha and I have had to finally had to admit that we are guilty of helping 1 mellar disappearing. Oops. Thank you for showing this video. It's given her lots of ideas. Right now we are making embroidered phone/glasses pouches for lots of ladies. Best purrs, Peter cat.

@carole8249 Жыл бұрын

Mummy said it's 2 mellors😾

@telenaeldridge3737 Жыл бұрын

This was such a helpful video! I’ve been wanting to try slow stitching but I was confused about the purpose and process. Now I am inspired to go dig through my fabric stash and see what comes of it.

@sophieinspired Жыл бұрын

This video is actually already very soothing and calming ❤

@sandramyer7081 Жыл бұрын

Yes! so make sense and i love watch your videos, too!

@tracydouglass Жыл бұрын

I ran across your video by mistake. I think you are one of the few that I actually watched and wanted to watch the entire piece! I love that you put into words exactly how I feel when creating my wall hangings. I’ve never heard the term “Slow Stitching” but when I watched you, I realized exactly what the joy was! Thank you for digging down deep and I LOVE your kitty 😁 My cat Cindy Loo also gets as close as she can when I’m working….her pray drive goes into zoom mode as she watches the string. Keep up your great work!

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

Thank you Tracy!

@sandyp2485 Жыл бұрын

My cat does the same thing. It makes it hard to stitch sometimes but I make it work.

@tracyleecornish5398 Жыл бұрын

I also enjoy slow stitching and when I have some time when I am not studying and working I plan to do some panels with my gorgeous materials that I have on hand. Takes a while but it is wonderful to do it does really slow you down and be in the moment. Thank You for sharing Sarah.

@lauraperino7942 Жыл бұрын

Very nice slow stitches, but your embroideries are also really amazing

@Juliesongbirdjournals Жыл бұрын

I'm new to slow stitching and your video is one of the best I have seen. So helpful to see you working up close. I hope you do more slow stitch videos!

@TheKeenanno1 Жыл бұрын

Finally! I can use those birch branches I've been saving for something someday!

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

This is the occaision Keenan!

@paulette44martin Жыл бұрын

I am so excited to have found your channel, you taught me that I can change directions as I stitch and move around the piece. And totally enjoy listening and learning.

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

You can do whatever you feel you want to Paulette, no rules!

@ein1985 Жыл бұрын

This is all so very interesting, thanks Sarah! And thanks to your “stitchy” friends for sharing as well!

@jacquelinewhittaker4651 Жыл бұрын

I instinctively became a slow stitcher as I learned to embroider. I just enjoy the doing of it. Choosing colours and stitches as I go along. I finish every piece I start but never frame my work to be wall decoration. I just put it away. The only exception is that I make greetings cards with some pieces of embroidery.

@thecheshirecrafter4522 Жыл бұрын

How special for your Mum that you've used her Mum's fabric in this piece. I noticed how you cut reclaimed fabric from a sleeve keeping the trim in place. I usually take all my seams apart, but I like the idea and look of leaving it in place. New Subsciber, thanks.

@MaesRuth Жыл бұрын

I just love Ginger Cat. I have my own version, she's grey and has taken over a corner of a shelf that is right next to my sewing) stitching table.

@Violetblu Жыл бұрын

Lovely! I slow stitch most afternoons. Thx❤️

@debmoore629 10 ай бұрын

As a person who does art journaling, this is right up my alley. I love the whole process of mixing and matching different mediums and this will be great practice to use some of the stitches I am learning because of you! Thanks so much for sharing all your talents.

@kimplohocky5301 Жыл бұрын

Oh I’m so happy you’re talking about slow stitching. I’ve been doing a lot of this lately! It’s very relaxing and enjoyable! 🪡🧵

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

I'm suprised how much I like not planning Kim!

@eileensharp1777 3 ай бұрын

what do you do with it? display it, use it? genuinely want to know. thx.

@valeriecox4580 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Susan for comment on The Queen, very sad time. However, Sarah your timely video on slow stitching is perfect, this technique got me through the pandemic and will no doubt help now. The mindful element is very important and using our treasured stash pieces is topically recycling. I am planning to make my creations into a soft book. Thank you Sarah, another hit video. Valerie

@thecalicoheart7946 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all you share. You have been very helpful and inspirational to me since I have been re-visiting embroidery after many years of not doing any. 😊🙏💝💕

@sherryzimmerman9220 Жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation for so many of us who so enjoy bringing fabric, fibers and yes maybe a coin or twig together to just be in the moment “slowly” and create…..

@sandramyer7081 Жыл бұрын

Love your personality, instructions, and videos!- great!

@amcenroe8206 10 ай бұрын

So relaxing to watch. It’s such a change of pace from our crazy fast and busy world. Thank you!

@TheJoogsie Жыл бұрын

I'm going to give it a try. I also think it a great type of stitching to take on holiday or on the run. Where you need your stitching to unwind. But not having to pack up too much.

@looloo4029 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed your video. Thank you so very much for sharing your skills. I’m keen to try creating my own little sewing art.

@cybergranjules Жыл бұрын

absolutely love this- guess what I will be trying tomorrow- thankyou!

@judymarkel8029 Жыл бұрын

I have been slow stitching for about 6 months. I love it. You explain it so well. Thank you

@janec8971 Жыл бұрын

Such fun! Thanks for sharing I am going to give it a go

@jeanmansfield1138 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Sarah. I still find 'Slow Stitch' difficult to comprehend mainly because it doesn't seem to end up as anything but an odd piece. Therefore not a calming piece that's therapeutic for me. I'd rather stitch something with a use in mind even if it ends up on the wall. My old EG friends said it was because I also quilt and like everything even despite loving crazy quilting with embroidery and embellishments. Maybe they had a point! I like how you put the pieces together though.

@elliekitchener3339 Жыл бұрын

A finished piece of slow stitch could be framed or otherwise hung up/displayed as a piece of artwork. Also it could be used as an exercise in practicing different stitches and kept as a personal reference piece. Just ideas, because I always have to think of the final piece and what I’ll use it for, too! 😄

@suev4143 4 ай бұрын

I agree with you. The raw edges and loose threads aren't for me. I would rather make crazy quilt style, with edges neat and clean, so that I could make the piece into an object that would last. This just seems like lazy practice, so that you end up with a fancy rag, rather than a piece to embellish an evening bag, or frame, or cover a cushion. It was interesting to see, but not on my list of things to try.

@CraftingwithLani Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. I've been struggling to understand how slow stitching is any different from regular old fashioned hand-sewing and embroidery. You've helped put this into perspective for me.

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

It's all about the mindset!

@cariadcrafts Жыл бұрын

I’m a new stubbier. Just learning how to slow stick and found this so helpful. Thank you x

@sandrataylor9122 Жыл бұрын

I train in the Japanese martial art of Aikido and I am making a quilted t-shirt wall hanging for my Sensei's (intsructors) new dojo (training place). This past year I learned of Sashiko and I am using it as embellishment along with machine stitching the ditch for the quilting and machine embroidery for the quilt lable and some small fill-in blocks with their names and date of opening their Dojo. I have been in great turmoil fo a couple months about using Sashiko on the t-shirts blocks so your video today is quit timely for me. I get very concerned when making an "art piece" about using good techniques an knowing when to stop. Most of the research I have done about Sashiko they go into detail about perfect stitches. Something I cannot do. I have been thinking that I wanted to do it free hand but I really have been second guessing myself about it. Your examples and description have helped me relax and I feel confident now that I can do Sashiko with the flow of the t-shirt blocks. I've only watch a few of your videos. They have been fascinating as I did not know hand embroidery was so rich in techniques.

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

Precise Sashiko with all of those beautiful patterns is a fairly modern concept so feel free to free hand it and not worry about exact stitches Sandra

@denised828 Жыл бұрын

Hi Sarah I’m slow stitching as I watch your show! I’ve been working on this piece for about three months off and on, and I love how it’s slowly coming around. I’m still not sure what it’s gonna be but is gonna be beautiful lol. Thanks for sharing your ideas with us🥰

@sandyp2485 Жыл бұрын

I think this technique would be perfect for a type of memorabilia piece; in a way it's a stitched scrapbook. Wouldn't it be a wonderful gift for a new bride with perhaps a bit of satin and lace and a dried flower or two? Or how about bits and pieces collected during the year for someone special or a new graduate? Little boys seem to always have a pocket full of interesting found objects and might be thrilled to have them made into something to hang on the wall instead of tossed into the dustbin before the clothing is washed. Every piece could have a story. It might be interesting to write down what the pieces are about and slip the paper into a little pocket on the back.

@user-mo9bu3mr5h 6 ай бұрын

Hi Sarah, I love your channel. I can follow you in projects because you explain it so easy. Can't wait to start my stitching.

@KnitStitchCorner Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed watching this video and it has given me plenty of ideas and inspiration to have a go at using all my scraps, thank you for sharing

@julieottaway177 Жыл бұрын

I love doing tatting and wondered what to do with them you have really inspired me thank you x

@brendalord266 3 ай бұрын

I absolutely love your channel! I just recently found you, and I am so glad that I did. This was so inspirational. Thank you so much!

@elleghe4560 Жыл бұрын

Have a simple little fabric hat for those days when it's a tad too cold not to have anything on the head. Mostly finished stitching the edges and the top with mouliné from my stash. Now I add flowers every now and then, but wear it in between. One day I may even declare it finished. No pattern to follow, no specific technique, no need to consider historical styles or materials etc. And drat how it looks on the reverse!

@Shelby-uw2tt Жыл бұрын

What a lovely overview of slow stitching Sarah, thank you.

@Ladythyme 8 ай бұрын

My favorite aspect of slow stitching is the randomness of it. The unpretentiousness and freedom it precipitates

@patriciafarrell424 4 ай бұрын

Love the Kitty. Looks just like my cat, Gus.

@rebeccat5738 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sarah, such an unusual idea and not something I've ever considered doing before. I usually have to have at least "some" idea of what I'm trying to achieve, so this is really a case of just letting go and see what happens isn't it, and I can see the real attraction in that!. Although I must admit I did try something similar to this a few years ago with a computer art program, I decided to make a card and just throw whatever I fancied at it, which was very liberating and I thoroughly enjoyed myself, however when I stood back and looked at my creation I was slightly alarmed, as there was an Art Deco style zig zag border full of watching eyes, with a large gazing eye in the centre, and the whole thing in a vivid colourscheme of black and bright pink, it quite literally looked like the product of a disturbed mind, so needless to say I never tried that again!!!.

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

Don't give that to a Pyschologist Rebecca! I too am a planner but I find this so enjoyable. Have another go!

@sharonbelieves 4 ай бұрын

Very nice! I'm interested in trying this. I came across slow stitching while learning about visible mending. Thank you!

@lindamcdermott3102 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this delightful video, it was calming to me.

@fayneilly833 Жыл бұрын

I love slow stitching and this was a great tutorial thank you

@midgeberg22 Жыл бұрын

Wow! I just found your channel and I’ve subscribed! Thank you and I love that your cat is there with you, we have 5. Looking forward to watching all you videos!

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

Welcome onboard Midge and cats!

@debbievignola8275 Жыл бұрын

Hi Sarah. Very informative. Lovey slow stitching. =^^=

@paulafrypaulaf2660 Жыл бұрын

Hmmmm. Out of my box! Actually excited to try.

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

Mine too Paula but I loved it!

@claudiaa3782 Жыл бұрын

I just discovered your videos three days ago and I love them already!

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

There's lots to watch Claudia, do check out the channel playlists!

@lindahoffman5794 Жыл бұрын

Sarah, thanks a lot. I love this video, especially the stick display, so creative. Thank you.for sharing with all of us your knowledge. You're an inspiration.

@heden1460 Жыл бұрын

That's an interesting way of using fabric.

@carylbarnett7448 8 ай бұрын

Hi I get stressed by pins, so recommend what I saw one lady do - a little touch of Pritt stick glue holds the pieces nicely.

@giannabella9183 Жыл бұрын

You are the best embroidery teacher ❤❤❤ thank you for all your great videos ❤❤❤

@sajardine4403 Жыл бұрын

Love this and amazed at how straight your stitches lines are......probably all the practice :D

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

I thought they were a bit messy!!

@lindajeffree793 Ай бұрын

Awe…..I really loved this video….this kind of stitching seems like a lot of fun and relaxing…can’t wait to start 🌸

@marthahuebner8916 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Sarah, for another wonderful video! Something new for me to try now. :)

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

There's always something new to try Martha!

@julieottaway177 Жыл бұрын

I have got an order coming tomorrow for sashiko starter set x

@ZsuzsaKarolySmith Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! Exactly what I was looking for!

@sherylloyd1937 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Sarah.. There are lots of things to look at on the internet for sure! But I found myself overthinking. I Actually took apart what I had spent the whole day working on because I didn't like it in the end and found that I was getting stressed. Then I remembered the things you said about slow stitching process meant to be relaxing. So I love this video and brings me back to the relaxation mode.

@elmo1999elmo Жыл бұрын

Love your cat❤❤❤

@melistudio3653 3 ай бұрын

Loving this video! Very well done 🙂

@user-qc7kt8dv9x Жыл бұрын

hello, I live in America and just got interested in Slow Stitch. I have started a square just to see how it goes. I was really interested when you showed the piece of shell and the coin to put on yours. I hope that you will show us how to do that, I think that would be a really cool addition to a project.

@rondafarmer341 10 ай бұрын

❤❤ I am doing this for sure! I guess I have been Slow Crocheting 😅 Thanks! Enjoy your channel😍

@NannyOggins Жыл бұрын

Ive been doing this for a few years now without knowing that it had a name. Its a bit like Sashiko isnt it, Ive made a mat for my bedside cabinet using this idea, its really relaxing, a great stressbuster.

@sandraleonard5135 2 ай бұрын

I enjoyed this, very instructive 😍

@KC-ku9dq 7 ай бұрын

That orange chunk is the best part of the video (ok second best as I really enjoyed all the information you gave us).

@ruthm4749 Жыл бұрын

You could make a little tea bag of organza and fill with things,then attach that. Thanks for the ideas

@icraft4yrprotection Жыл бұрын

Thank you 💕💕🤣

@aleciab83 Жыл бұрын

It’s so difficult for me to start something without a plan. Either a plan for what it will look like in the end or a plan for what I will use it for. But I’m really wanting to do some slow stitching and I have bought and gathered a few things to use.

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

I'm usually the same Alecia, but I love doing this!

@patriciafarrell424 4 ай бұрын

These projects in Slow Stitching remind me of a quilting style from the 1930s or 1940s, I think. It was called Crazy Quilting.

@magdastar2249 Жыл бұрын

New subscriber here. Looks as though you do wonderful work and look forward to seeing your past videos. 👍

@marywiggins7411 Жыл бұрын

I love this. I am just beginning to learn some wool appliqué

@zirala1844 11 ай бұрын

Love this…thank you Sarah 🌷

@ecologicaladam7262 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful and inspiring

@marialiebl9051 Жыл бұрын

Superschön danke ❤

@cherylberger4151 8 ай бұрын

Thank your for this video! It is so inspiring! I've been cleaning and organizing, and this video has given me so many ideas on how to use of the bits from other projects that I just can't get rid of. It looks relaxing, and the results are so beautiful! Thank you for the inspiration!!!!!!!

@rebeccapurpura8817 4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@anneosullivan4107 9 ай бұрын

Fabulous!! I didn't know what slow stitching was. I love crafts. I might have to give it a go. Beautiful work. 👍

@pamgrover9910 3 ай бұрын

Awesome lesson on slow stitching

@laracraft82 Жыл бұрын

Love this idea will definitely try this...I'm excited to use my embroidery clamp now so be a perfect start to use it with slow stitching. Love the stick idea brilliant 😍 it actually reminds me of collarging but work fabrics instead of paper 😀

@lauradols8741 4 ай бұрын

Beautiful ❤

@charleyb8423 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful video!

@kayrichardson6040 Жыл бұрын

I AM inspired! I have all the bits and bobs and lots of fabric piece stash I need to do this. In fact, I did some flower pounding this week just as an experiment and even though it was lots of fun, I wondered what I was going to do with the resulting doodles! I've always been one to pick up things on my walks like usnea (lichen) and leaves and wish I could be clever enough to do something with them. I love the textures and patterns...don't we all!

@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery Жыл бұрын

This is the moment you were saving all those things for Kay! Flower pounding?!

@kayrichardson6040 Жыл бұрын

@@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery yes! Lots of videos out there...I bet you'd enjoy it.

@junkjournalgirl Жыл бұрын

Lovely video :) I have started slow stiching and I love it :) Making tags using prompts and going to do some snippet rolls. I really enjoy the slow process and is so good for mental health. Love your channelx

@sheilahope7007 Жыл бұрын

Love your video

@prympammi 6 ай бұрын

Love your videos and love the cat💗💗💗

@boojam5662 9 ай бұрын

Hello Sarah. Greetings from Pennsylvania, USA. I’ve just discovered your channel and what a glorious find. I’m excited about binge watching your videos. Your talent and relaxing style is wonderful.

@melodythomas3770 9 ай бұрын

HI Sarah 🎉!! I'm from the US and just found you!! I love allll of this slow- stitch!! ❤ I can't wait to get started!!

@JessicaGerald81 9 ай бұрын

I just found your channel and subscribed. I love your ideas and you’re a wonderful teacher!

@Robin-qc4gn Жыл бұрын

That was really inspiring!! I've done some slow stitching, but I've sort of made it less relaxing by using a hoop. I'm going to try your method. I can't wait to get started! Thank you, Sarah!

@cyndicoleman857 Жыл бұрын

Robin, A few years back I saw a crazy quilter do ALL of her work without a hoop and was mortified at the thought, being an old school gal an all. I gave it a shot and cannot believe how much I enjoy the freedom. Sarah has a way of bringing this trend into an enjoyable venture. I love her teaching. Happy stitching!