Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Slow down, breathe, and create something beautiful.
In this relaxing mixed media art video, I’ll show you how to start with an easy watercolour background using several simple techniques, then transform it with hand embroidery and gentle doodling.
We’ll explore 7 beginner-friendly embroidery stitches worked directly onto paper, along with calming, repetitive patterns that help you relax, de-stress, and enjoy the process — no pressure, no perfection.
This is slow, mindful creativity at its best. You’ll end with a unique piece of art and hopefully feel a little calmer than when you started.
Perfect for:
Stress relief & relaxation
Mindful, slow creativity
Mixed media beginners
Anyone who loves stitching, painting, or doodling
Grab your supplies, take a deep breath, and let’s create together
This video may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. As an amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support!
SUPPLIES AND AMAZON PAID LINKS
11x14 FRAME WITH 8x10” MATT
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140LB WATERCOLOR PAPER 9X12
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TOMBOW MONO ZERO ELASTOMER ERASER
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MASKING TAPE
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WATER COLOR PAINT SET
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PAINT BRUSH CLEANER
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ALIZARIN CRIMSON
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WINSOR YELLOW
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WINSOR BLUE
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#8 PRINCETON VELVET TOUCH BRUSH
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SPRAY BOTTLE
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DMC EMBROIDERY FLOSS 367,471, 725, BLACK
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FLOSS COLOURS I USED 367, 471, 725, BLACK
LOOPS AND THREADS EMBRODIERY NEEDLES #5
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EMBROIDERY SCISSORS
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PUSH PINS
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HEAT GUN
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PIGMA MICRON PEN O5 BLACK
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STAEDTLER PIGMENT LINER .8 BLACK
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UNI-BALL SIGNO WHITE PEN
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POSCA BLACK PEN
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PAPER TOWELS
BOARD TO MOUNT WATER COLOR PAPER ON
PENCIL
ERASER
RECYCLED BOX TO PROTECT YOUR TABLE
PIECE OF RECYCLED CORRUGATED CARDBOARD
If you enjoyed this video, please like, subscribe, and share — it really helps support my channel and keeps these calm creative videos coming.
Let me know in the comments: Which stitch or technique was your favourite?
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Music: Nebular Focus by Dan Henig, YouTube Audio Library
#SlowStitch #MindfulArt #MixedMediaArt #WatercolourArt #EmbroideryOnPaper #CreativeRelaxation #ArtToRelax]
Slow down, breathe, and create something beautiful.
In this relaxing mixed media art video, I’ll show you how to start with an easy watercolour background using several simple techniques, then transform it with hand embroidery and gentle doodling.
We’ll explore 7 beginner-friendly embroidery stitches worked directly onto paper, along with calming, repetitive patterns that help you relax, de-stress, and enjoy the process — no pressure, no perfection.
This is slow, mindful creativity at its best. You’ll end with a unique piece of art and hopefully feel a little calmer than when you started.
Perfect for:
Stress relief & relaxation
Mindful, slow creativity
Mixed media beginners
Anyone who loves stitching, painting, or doodling
Grab your supplies, take a deep breath, and let’s create together
This video may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. As an amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support!
SUPPLIES AND AMAZON PAID LINKS
11x14 FRAME WITH 8x10” MATT
amzn.to/3O1hYnm
140LB WATERCOLOR PAPER 9X12
amzn.to/4sT0XvP
TOMBOW MONO ZERO ELASTOMER ERASER
amzn.to/45nzIiU
MASKING TAPE
amzn.to/3NDF4Ar
WATER COLOR PAINT SET
amzn.to/4qFmary
PAINT BRUSH CLEANER
amzn.to/4qFmary
ALIZARIN CRIMSON
amzn.to/49SeAm1
WINSOR YELLOW
amzn.to/4bhWrR5
WINSOR BLUE
amzn.to/4bQBNYv
#8 PRINCETON VELVET TOUCH BRUSH
amzn.to/3NDowbJ
SPRAY BOTTLE
amzn.to/3NDowbJ
DMC EMBROIDERY FLOSS 367,471, 725, BLACK
amzn.to/49PuXQj
FLOSS COLOURS I USED 367, 471, 725, BLACK
LOOPS AND THREADS EMBRODIERY NEEDLES #5
amzn.to/49PuXQj
EMBROIDERY SCISSORS
amzn.to/4raqGhq
PUSH PINS
amzn.to/4raqGhq
HEAT GUN
amzn.to/4acARML
PIGMA MICRON PEN O5 BLACK
amzn.to/3ZtHrbx
STAEDTLER PIGMENT LINER .8 BLACK
amzn.to/4sWfqHj
UNI-BALL SIGNO WHITE PEN
amzn.to/4aaOGeC
POSCA BLACK PEN
amzn.to/4bPvuEy
PAPER TOWELS
BOARD TO MOUNT WATER COLOR PAPER ON
PENCIL
ERASER
RECYCLED BOX TO PROTECT YOUR TABLE
PIECE OF RECYCLED CORRUGATED CARDBOARD
If you enjoyed this video, please like, subscribe, and share — it really helps support my channel and keeps these calm creative videos coming.
Let me know in the comments: Which stitch or technique was your favourite?
Like, subscribe, and hit the bell to get more crafty inspiration.
Donate to my Crafty Patti Channel
If you would like to support me so I can continue to publish more fun videos, then you can make a donation by clicking on the link below. Your kind donation will be sent to my business PayPal account. Thank you so much!
Donate to my channel
paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=7ZUH5VGQH38WS&source=url
Follow me on:
YouTube: youtube.com/@CraftyPattiArtsCrafts
Facebook: facebook.com/craftypatti
Pinterest: pinterest.com/craftypatti0438/pins
Email: craftypatti60@gmail.com
Music: Nebular Focus by Dan Henig, YouTube Audio Library
#SlowStitch #MindfulArt #MixedMediaArt #WatercolourArt #EmbroideryOnPaper #CreativeRelaxation #ArtToRelax]
