As you know by now, I spend a lot of time being crafty. Needlepoint is a good source of meditation for me, where I just sit and needlepoint. I feel like I am accomplishing something even when sitting still. I have become an avid needlepointer in the last 6 years — and although I like bigger projects, I always love doing these bookmarks. I start from scratch and do all of it — needlepoint, cut, sew, pom pom, etc…and I wanted to show you the process.
This is the hardest part. The needlepointing. It takes forever. Even though they are small. They take forever.
I then cut it out, and put clear nail polish on the ends of the canvas so it doesn’t fray.
Then I glue it on felt.
Then found matching thread.
Then sewed it together (yes even on the subway)
Made pompoms and sewed them on top.
And voila! Bookmarks!
I think they are fun little gifts — even if people don’t understand how long it took to make them — they are just some fun sparks of joy!
