Stitch Your Way into the New Year! 🧵✨

Welcome 2025 with Embroidery Goals That Spark Joy!

Hi, Reader,

There are few days left to Christmas. Time to relax and celebrate!

Then, as the holiday glow fades and we step into the fresh promise of a new year, it’s the perfect time to think about the projects and dreams that bring us joy.

Whether you’re looking to try a new technique, finish a long-lingering project, or dedicate more time to your craft, let’s make 2025 the year of stitching success!

Here are some ideas and resources to get you started:

Set Your Stitching Resolutions

Need inspiration for your goals? Here are a few ideas:

• Learn Something New: Whether it’s silk shading, goldwork, or tambour beading, challenging yourself is part of the fun!
• Finish That UFO (Unfinished Object): We all have them—make this the year you tackle yours!
• Create a Routine: Even 15 minutes a day adds up to something beautiful by year’s end. Plan ahead, and it will become a natural part of your daily routine.

💡 Pro Tip: Write your stitching goals down! Studies show it makes you more likely to achieve them.

Get Organized for a Creative Year

A little organization can go a long way in sparking creativity!

Planners & Journals: Keep track of projects, techniques, and ideas with an embroidery-specific planner. Use my Embroidery Planner or choose one of the planners available online.

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Tidy Up: Tidy up threads, fabrics, and tools for easy access and a stress-free start to the year. These articles might help:

• ​How to organize embroidery needles: Needle organization tips and storage ideas​
• ​How to Organize Embroidery Floss and Thread: Practical Solutions for Busy Creatives​

Start Journaling

You have surely heard of the benefits of journaling. In the new year, you can merge the benefits of embroidery and journaling. Here are some ideas for you:

Let’s Make 2025 Your Craftiest Year Yet!

I hope these tips inspire you to set goals that spark joy and creativity. I’d love to hear about your plans for the year—hit reply and share your stitching goals!

Happy Holidays!

Tatjana