A Quiet Pause

It's been a little over two months since I last posted, and I wanted to take a moment to share why things have been quiet here at Willow Thread.

In late January, I lost my father. He was not only a huge part of my life, but also one of the biggest inspirations behind my creativity. My dad was a true maker—a carpenter, inventor, performer and singer/songwriter and all heart. He could build just about anything, fix whatever was broken, and always had a new idea in his head. Much of my love for creating—whether it's quilting, writing, or crafting—was planted and nurtured by his example.

These past weeks have been filled with grief, reflection, and a sort of stillness I wasn't expecting. I haven’t done much crafting during this time. It’s been hard to feel creative. But I’ve slowly started easing back into work part-time, and I’m finding little sparks of energy and comfort in familiar routines.

My dad also loved music. He sang and wrote songs, and that’s something I used to do too. I haven’t sung in years, but I still write poems, stories, and songs when the mood strikes. He also painted, and I really got into that the past few years and loved talking to him about all my art adventures. He always gave me great thoughts to think about with my ideas. I think, in many ways, my return to creativity will be a way of honoring him.

Thank you for sticking with me during this quiet season. I’m okay—just moving a little slower and giving myself space to heal. I’m looking forward to sharing more soon, and maybe even channeling some of my dad’s spirit into the things I make. 

Here's a link to one of my Dad's songs , I can't say I have a favorite but today I love this one. Enjoy