Healing with Craft: A Sachet for the Stages of Grief

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No two people grieve alike. During the stages of grief, some crave outlets of creative expression while others prefer quiet reflection; some experience the stages of grief relatively quickly, while others take years to step back into a ‘normal’ life. Whatever side of the spectrum you fall on, there’s an aspect of grief that remains universal: you take the time you need. In that respect, we’ve got the perfect DIY project for both personalities.

“There’s a mighty power in healing through the tactile.”

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Crafting a DIY sachet in memory of a loved one can be a perfect activity for those who wish to find comfort in craft during the grieving process. Find a scent or flower that reminds you of your loved one, and sew it inside a cloth of your choice. You could even pick a garment from your loved one. Consider embroidering the sachet with their initials, a poem, or a meaningful quote.

Keep your sachet close as you pass through the stages of grief. There’s a mighty power in healing through the tactile, and this project provides the perfect outlet to do so.

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