The New York Times informs us that: the repetitive action of needlework can induce a relaxed state like that associated with meditation and yoga So needlework is slowly being rediscovered as the ultimate remedy for stress. The article goes on to say that unlike medication, needlework results in tangible and useful products. Ready to tackle […]
Monthly Archives: January 2016
Team Lifeline at the Miami Marathon
Congratulations to all the 425 runners and their families who joined Team Lifeline for the 2016 Miami Marathon. I was at the Eden Roc Resort for the festivities, and was honored to meet some of my customers. My sister, Raizy, is the coordinator of this event, so I traveled to Miami and watched her work hard with […]
Penguin Awareness Day is January 20th
25% off all PENGUIN needlepoint canvases in honor of Penguin Awareness Day! Have you seen the documentary March of the Penguins? It is a must see. It vividly describes the devotion both penguin parents have to their babies. Another lesson learned is the power of unity. In the extreme harsh winters in the Antarctic, penguins stand snuggled […]
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
January 15, 2016 is National Strawberry Ice Cream Day
January 15 is National Strawberry Ice Cream Day! According to www.punchbowl.com: The ice cream we know and love today evolved from ancient flavored ices. As early as 3000 BC, people in China served their guests sweet juices mixed with ice or snow. While fruity ice cream flavors are still popular today, vanilla and chocolate are the clear […]
January 13th is National Rubber Ducky Day
Rubber duckies have a special place in each of our hearts. Sesame Street memories of Ernie and his beloved ducky are timeless. In honor of this special occasion (squeak squeak), all babies and kids canvases are 25% off for one day only. Make a difference and be kind to a child today, and treat yourself […]
Needlepoint New Year Resolutions
It’s almost 2016. What are your new year resolutions? I hope to finish my needlepoint kitchen moldings (see previous posts). I have four panels left. When I’m finally done, perhaps I’ll have an open house. I hope to design many new needlepoint canvases. I see that many of my orders online come from the “New […]