Slow Down and Slow Stitch

The Victorian Naturalist Edition

Victorians loved collecting unusual wonders. Stitch a cedar-filled frog inspired by antique field journals, botanical studies, and curiosity cabinets. While supplies last.

Step into the fascinating world of the Victorian naturalist, where curiosity, craftsmanship, and a love of the natural world inspired everything from botanical journals and illustrated field guides to cabinets filled with carefully collected specimens. During the 19th century, people found beauty in observing and preserving nature, celebrating everything from ferns and wildflowers to insects, birds, and woodland creatures through art and handmade keepsakes.

Inspired by this spirit of discovery, you'll hand-stitch a charming frog stuffed with fragrant cedar shavings. Cedar has long been valued for its fresh woodland scent and its practical use in protecting textiles, making it a fitting filling for this Victorian-inspired project. Whether displayed on a bookshelf, tucked into a sewing basket, or nestled among your own collection of curiosities, your finished frog is sure to become a unique keepsake.

No sewing experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. If you have a favorite cotton or linen fabric you'd like to incorporate into your project, you're welcome to bring it along to make your Victorian naturalist frog even more personal.

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