- $125
Make a Slow Stitched Contemplation Cloth On-Demand Class
In this class, I'll guide you through:
-Entering the stream of simplicity of one stitch after another in a repetitive pattern and allowing that to open up our deep listening minds so we can listen to what wants to be heard within us.
-How to listen to ourselves-to our thoughts and emotions-as a loving observer and compassionate witness without judgement
-How reconnecting with silence and slowness can be incredibly nurturing and supportive
-How this practice can support recovery from addictions
-How this practice can travel with you anywhere you need some gentle support
Class Content You Receive Access To:
Testimonials from Students
"I have loved having the comfort of this new way of stitching. It’s been such a difficult time for me adjusting physically and mentally after being so sick...learning this gentle form of stitch has brought me so much quietness." -past student
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"I love not caring about getting it done quickly, but my critic does creep in. Whenever I feel myself thinking about how long it might take or how slowly and infrequently I work on it I take a breath and remember that’s not what this is about."
-Shay, past student
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"I am thinking of my running stitch as more of a meandering stitch, and the thread and I are working together to find our way."
-Joanna, past student
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"This practice is truly transformative. Thank you so much for sharing this practice with us Emma."
-Karen, past student
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"This class is a delight! I feel inspired, challenged, and motivated to try new things and continue on my own journey of art making."
-past student
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"Thank you Emma, this restful restorative practice is so beautiful."
-past student
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"Such a peaceful lesson. I found a washed out piece of linen that I am using with white sashiko thread. I need this in my life right now. Thank you."
-Cathy, past student
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"Thank you so very much. I think my timing on opening this class was perfect because I was definitely losing my center and beginning to feel a bit of panic. Watching your presentation helped ground that energy and remind me to simply be present. I will start my meditation cloth now with a much calmer, lighter heart."
-past student
Student Work
Joy created this cloth and buried it in the earth to support her processing of grief.
Oli S.
Oli S.
Oli S.
Hi, I'm Emma Freeman!
I'm a contemplative mixed media artist, poet and enthusiastic art teacher.
Art making has always been my sanctuary—a space where I can slow down, create beauty, listen to my mind and heart, play, experiment, ask questions, feel joy and experience wonderful connections. I love color, pattern, texture and emotional expression through art making.
I believe creative expression is love in action. I love creating with other people and sharing what we make from a place of joy, care and warmth. Show and tell is one of my favorite activities!
I am a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), sober, Buddhist and live in Wisconsin.