Positive Pointers

A Positive Pointer is someone who slows down and needlepoints with purpose, presence, and a positive intention.

Positive Pointers are people who choose to slow down. They find comfort in color, rhythm in stitching, and meaning in the small moments spent creating something by hand. Many are navigating challenges—chronic illness, anxiety, grief, new motherhood, or just the demands of daily life—and use needlepoint as a way to process, heal, and breathe.

At its core, Pointed Positivity was born from the idea that needlepoint can be more than a hobby. For many of us, it’s a source of calm in a busy world, a way to reconnect with ourselves, and a quiet, creative act that brings a little more intention to the everyday.

For me needlepoint started as a creative outlet, but it’s become so much more than just a hobby. I was diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) at 2 years old, and I’m endlessly grateful that I still have fingers that work for me. Stitching has not only brought me calm and focus—it’s also helped me cope with the daily realities of chronic illness, an eating disorder, anxiety, and depression.

Needlepoint has taught me how to slow down and be present in a world that often feels overwhelming to me. It’s become a ritual—a way to breathe , center myself, and turn small, intentional acts into moments of healing. Through each canvas, I’ve created space for mindfulness and self-care, and I’ve found comfort in knowing that every stitch is a step toward feeling better.

What began as a quiet personal practice has grown into a source of deep connection and joy. Through needlepoint, I’ve formed friendships, designed meaningful gifts, and even marked major milestones like my wedding. I’ve created custom pieces with my new name, stitched a collar for my dog, and shared this love of stitching with several of my Villanova friends—watching their journeys unfold alongside mine.

Needlepoint has also taken me places—literally. I’ve traveled across the country visiting local shops during needlepoint crawls, collecting canvases, inspiration, and the warmth of communities built by and for stitchers. Along the way, I’ve met so many incredible people—fellow “positive pointers”—who use this craft to cope with their own challenges, from postpartum depression to ADHD, grief, and loss.

At Pointed Positivity, I channel all of that into hand-painted canvases and canvas charts that blend encouragement, humor, mindfulness, and timeless style. Many designs center on positive affirmations, mental health, and the simple joy of creating something by hand.

Whether you're an experienced stitcher or just beginning, I hope these designs bring you the same sense of peace, purpose, and connection that needlepoint continues to bring me.

Thank you for being here—I can’t wait to see what you create.