Embroidery for Wellbeing
Mary Broddle Embroidery
classes | kits | commissions
my mission
To get people to embrace embroidery, so they have another tool to help their wellbeing.
wellbeing benefits
Even the briefest time spent being creative has a positve impact on our wellbeing and emotions.
Studies have shown that partaking in crafts aids wellbeing:
- reducing cortisol levels in the blood
- engaging the reward centre in the brain
- giving one the space to contemplate one’s thoughts without being overwhelmed.
- learning new skills boosts self esteem
- creates new neural pathways, thus helping brain health.
My Story
I’m Mary. I am a chartered engineer, mum of two boys and avid embroiderer.
I want to share my love for embroidery and help others find the enjoyment and health benefits it has afforded me.
I can't quantify how embroidery has helped my mental health.
I have Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. I live with chronic pain and fatigue, and have limited mobility.
I have spent many, many hours stitching and it has helped me cope during extended periods of being housebound.
Back in 2004 I gave up smoking and had an epiphany in John Lewis’s haberdashery section. It rekindled a childhood love of embroidery and was my passion hobby.
I love hand embroidery and I have dabbled with all the traditional techniques, taking classes lead by the Royal School of Needlework and renowned textile artists.
I had to leave my successful 20 year career in Rail Engineering as my health declined.
So I started Mary Broddle Embroidery to share my passion for embroidery and provide me with a flexible route to work,