Dahlia the Care Emoji Kit

This kit enables you to sew a Wool Felt Care Emoji that's colour is infused from the natural dye from Dahlia flowers. The creation is meant to be a gesture of care and possibly advocacy. The instructions includes full size templates for the emoji and for a craftivism tag., with ideas for gentle social action. This Kit draws on the familiarity of the Care Emoji, the craftfulness of Slow Stitch,
the symbolism of Dahlia flowers and intentional reuse of available materials to offer a gentle and empowering make.

The traditional meanings of Dahlia’s include:
Staying graceful under pressure, especially in challenging situations,
Drawing upon inner strength to succeed,
Making a major life change in a positive way,
Standing out from the crowd and following your own unique path,
Staying kind despite being tested by life events,
Finding a balance between adventure and relaxation,
Commitment to another person or an ideal.

Proceeds support work with people in vulnerable life moments.