Perfect is exhausting. Perfectionism is a cage.

Stitch yourself free from the tyranny of “getting it right.” Let’s be un-serious.

In this workshop, we remix African embroidery traditions and embrace radical acceptance to:

• Rewire your brain: Tactile creativity reduces anxiety and boosts adaptability (Kaimal, 2016)

• Reclaim “failure”: Every “mistake” is a step toward liberation. 

• Create without rules: Doodle, stitch, and weave your way back to joy.

Why this works for Black women and Non-binary folk

We’re often told we have to be twice as good. Here, you’re free to be human.

What others say

“I laughed and finally let go of needing to be perfect. This was therapeutic.” – Amara

What to expect

1:30 PM: Arrive to a warm welcome with sensory treats – enjoy herbal tea and fresh fruit.

2:00 PM: Gentle breathwork and stretching helps you release the weight of the week.

2:30 PM: Guided sensory reflections and wayward weaving. Add to a communal masterpiece, create solo, or simply rest – it’s your choice.

5:00 PM: Closing circle – an invitation to share a reflection. 

5.30 PM: Leave with embodied mindfulness tools and art to keep, not another to-do list.

Date and time

6 July 2025, 1.30pm - 5.30pm

Address

Thames-Side Studios, Harrington Way, Warspite Rd, London SE18 5NR

Free onsite parking and Bus, National Rail, Queen Elizabeth and Underground transport link nearby. 

Why me

When I led community wellbeing research in Walworth, I saw how freeform stitching became a language for participants who’d been told their voices didn’t matter. Thread by thread, they wove stories of healing, rage, and collective care.

Now, I bring this practice to you. No rules. No “right way.” Just you, a needle, and permission to unravel the myth that your worth is tied to productivity. Together, we’ll stitch new narratives – ones where rest is sacred, and creativity is your birthright.