Why Stitch Therapy?

My story begins with a trip down memory lane.  My lifetime best friend and I were inseparable starting in 3rd grade.  We were family and although she moved out of state in 7th grade, we remained close over the years.  We spent a lot of time at her grandma's house; she was a hand quilter.  My friend taught me how to quilt 20 years ago and I have been sewing off and on ever since.

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My friend passed away suddenly in August of 2018.  My mom and stepdad suddenly passed away 3 weeks later.  The closest people in my life were gone.  Over the course of 2 years, we lost 5 more family members.  I turned to crafts and quilting letting my creativity heal my soul.  

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I started making memory quilts and designing quilt patterns that incorporate loved ones clothing.  The quilts have been made for grieving family members, hoping they will bring comfort as mine did for me.