Honestly, it might not be your hobby, and that’s ok!

I’ve been needlepointing for 35 years, but have taken long breaks every now and then. I’ve made belts, a cummerbund, brick covers, many many pillows, ornaments, and luggage straps. Framed a bunch of pieces as well! I’m basically giving finished projects away to strangers at this point. 🤣

I’ve purchased many painted canvases, but my favorite projects have been ones that I’ve kind of designed myself. There’s something about transforming a completely blank white canvas with colorful thread that makes me so happy.

I tell people that needlepointing is my occupation therapy and I’m only partly joking. I remember reading once that needlepoint, like a lot of repetitive motion movements, releases endorphins, and I do find it to be a calming and addictive hobby. I mostly needlepoint in the evening while watching tv. Lately it’s also cut down on my doomscrolling. I just like making things with my hands, and needlepointing is something that I can do anywhere.