Crafting Her Way Out of Grief by Jessica

 

There is such a healing power with crafting.  When my grandmother passed away, I picked up a cross stitch needle for the first time and stitched my way out of grief.  I felt connected with her somehow, by doing something she loved.  Then sharing those pieces with my newborn niece and nephew really continued the circle for me.

Now that I have kids of my own, I plan to pass this tradition on to them.  Crafting teaches us appreciation for creating something with our hands.  In our instant-gratification society, I want my kids to learn patience and that good things take time and effort.  That’s what my grandmother taught me in everything she said and did.

Jessica works for OttLite Lighting and lives in Tampa with her husband and two little kids.  Watch her now!

Comments

[Melissa]

hi jessica!
oh what a beautiful post. i love that your crafting connects you to your grandma. your story made me smile because mine does too!

thank you so much for sharing it!

melissa