York wellbeing workshops combine meditation with slow stitching

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Oct, 06:03 · Archive

Thread & Flow, a new wellbeing experience in York, combines guided meditation, slow stitching and optional gentle massage. The experience launched in early October and is co-created by York textile artist Natalie Needham and massage therapist Sarah Blackledge.

Each session includes a hand-dyed piece of silk with an original design printed on it. Participants are encouraged to enjoy the meditative act of stitching rather than focus on creating a perfect piece. Ms Needham said the experience grew from a belief that creating does not have to be about being 'good' at art, but rather 'about the process, being present in the moment, and giving yourself permission to slow down'.

Ms Blackledge said: 'We wanted Thread & Flow to feel like a real pause from everyday life. The combination of meditation, slow stitching and gentle massage creates lots of different ways to relax, and people can choose what feels right for them.' The workshops take place at Rebalance Studios in York on November 6 and December 4, from 7.30pm to 9.30pm.

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• York workshops offering creative way to relax and escape everyday stressThread & Flow, a new wellbeing experience in York, is offering an alternative way to unwind at the end of the week.The Press (York) · 13 Oct, 05:00
• York workshops offering creative way to relax and escape everyday stressThread & Flow, a new wellbeing experience in York, is offering an alternative way to unwind at the end of the week.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 13 Oct, 05:00

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