Memory Threads

Memory Threads are a collection of your favorite experiences. It’s a way to make a piece of art out of your good memories. A special piece like this emphasizes how many precious moments there really are in life. It’s important to focus on positive memories because positive and joyful energy attracts more positive and joyful energy. With this exercise, you will gather symbols of positive moments in your life in order to attract more positive experiences. You will be creating something new from past events.

MATERIALS:

Memorabilia (ticket stubs, receipts, journal notes, love letters, photographs, pressed flowers, etc.)

Scraps of fabric

Sewing machine (optional)

Sewing needle

Thread

STEPS: 1.Walk around your house and gather memorabilia and scraps of fabric (for example, from a loved one’s old shirt) that hold positive energy

2. Create little bundles of positive memories by wrapping the memorabilia in the scraps of fabric.

3.Use a sewing machine to stitch together the bundles. If you don’t have a sewing machine, you can use a needle and thread to pull the pieces together.

4.You can hang your Memory Threads on the wall, if you like, or you can carry them around with you.

Reflective Journaling:

·What feelings came up for you as you collected memories?

·How did you bundle the memories together?

·Does your art piece reflect a certain time in your life?

·What would you like to do now to increase positive feelings?

What could you do to reconnect with yourself or others to recreate happy moments?