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5 Ways to Reduce Waste for the Holidays diy low- and zero-waste Dec 01, 2023

The holidays are rapidly approaching, and I am always looking for more ways...

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Plastic-Free Poppies for Remembrance Day diy low- and zero-waste stitching Nov 01, 2023

You may be familiar with the popular tradition of wearing a poppy pin leading...

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30 Mends in 30 Days challenge organizing slow living stitching Oct 16, 2023

I am thrilled to introduce you to Leenie Hobbie, an artist and crafter based...

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UFO October challenge organizing stitching Oct 02, 2023

If you're someone who practices art regularly, you might be familiar with the...

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Chateau Orquevaux: a French Artist in Residence experience artist in residence travel Sep 01, 2023

How do you summarise 3 weeks of travel, food, historic sites, and mind...

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Zen Books: A slow stitch summer retreat bookbinding collaborations diy stitching Jul 31, 2023

Ali Manning (Vintage Page Designs) and I are super excited to share with you...

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The Art of Slowing Down reading slow living stitching Jul 01, 2023

If you've spent much time on the internet, you've probably heard the term...

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Sashiko Tools: Kenshi Grip Scissors tools May 31, 2023

As an artist I am especially appreciative of objects that take time and...

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Guest post: Dr. Christine Li on Beating Procrastination in Craft
On Crafts and Procrastination stitching Mar 31, 2023

I am so excited to be sharing with you this guest post from Dr. Christine Li,...

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Can you use kids' markers as fabric markers? stitching tools Mar 15, 2023

Today, I wanted to explore something that I've heard about, but never...

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Kid-friendly stitching projects for March Break diy stitching Mar 01, 2023

Can you believe March is already here? If it snuck up on you, too, you might...

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Mending and Sustainability Reading list
Reading list: mending, upcycling, and sustainability low- and zero-waste reading Feb 02, 2023

It's no secret that sustainability, upcycling, and mending are important to...

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Kate Ward

Hi, I'm Kate! I love travelling and the esoteric. Zen Stitching is a combination of my passions: living a meaningful life, taking care of the planet, and textile arts.

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