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My new hobby: needlepointing!!! I am so glad I tried it out in January 2020. Before buying a canvas and pattern to learn the skill, I definitely saw it take off as a trend. This is one trend I can get behind! I started with this pineapple cross-stitch pattern+canvas I found at a big box craft store. After my mom showed me how to stitch, I was hooked. I started to needlepoint because I needed another outlet for stress relief as I started to rigorously study for the MCAT. It felt good to be doing something that required no real brain power or critical thinking. It was honestly love at first stitch 😂

It was perfect timing when quarantine started because I knew that I had something more to do to fill the extra free time. I love how it is an activity that involves working with your hands, and you can occupy them without holding your phone/tablet etc. It is the best way to relax AND be productive at the same time. It feels good to know that you are working towards an end goal! I definitely love the sense of accomplishment when I finish stitching a project. The fun isn't over when you are done stitching, either. There are endless possibilities to finish finish your canvas like: stitch a background and frame it, make it into a pillow, an ornament, the list goes on!

On a whim, I started a needlepoint Instagram account: libbylovesstitching. Come say and to see what I am working on next. I thought it would be a fun way to connect with other stitchers and to keep an eye on all the fantastic canvases out there!

My first three projects of quarantine were these adorable La Croix cross-stitch patterns from The Stranded Stitch on Etsy. My plane is to frame them in gold bamboo frames for a little gallery wall. 


Passionfruit La Croix Pattern

Pamplemousse La Croix Pattern

I also found this Minnesota pattern, and was dying to do a gingham pattern and found a gingham canvas! I really want to make this into a pillow, but I'll have to teach myself how to do it. Another fun project!

Gingham Canvas


One of my Summer Bucket List items was to do a Morgan Julia Designs canvas, and I just ordered the CUTEST bar cart canvas from her shop!!

This is a hobby that I think I will do for the rest of my life. I am so excited to share more of my stitch on here. I highly recommend you give it a try if you are in need of a new hobby! I will definitely share more how-to's, where to get supplies, and where to find canvases/patterns. 
Do you guys have hobbies?

As always,

#dontforgetyourpearls

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