Many quilters and fabric artists find these activities are good for their mental health and alleviating depression. Perhaps you’re going through a stressful time in your life. Why not concentrate on your creative quilting activities?

In addition to giving you something to concentrate on when your thoughts could delve into darkness, quilting and it’s related arts may bring you together with others in your field. This helps you find new directions and boost your spirits.

I’ve discovered working with my hands a great diversion over the years. The actual task of quilting is relaxing. Sketching new designs you can do while you wait in doctors’ offices.

My daughter began her serious venture into quiltmaking when her husband was very ill. The small hand projects were easy to tote along to hospitals and waiting rooms.

If you can begin to earn income to help with the family budget during times of budget crunches, this also helps alleviate the stress of life.

How has quiltmaking and fabric art helped you through tough times?

©2008 Mary Emma Allen

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Quilting is Good for Your Mental Health