You've probably heard the saying "cold hands, warm heart." Well a research study done at Yale in 2008 showed that the phrase should probably be worded as, "warm hands, warm heart." Basically, the study showed that those who held a warm cup of coffee in their hands had warmer thoughts and were more likely to feel generous towards another. While those that held an iced cup of coffee regarded that same person with opposite feelings. Hmmm! It just occurred to me that the next time I ask my hubby to take me fabric shopping, I'm going to make sure his hands are nice and warm so that he'll feel generous enough to let me have all the fabric I don't have to hide :-) LOL
All kidding aside, I thought the study made sense and as John Bargh, a professor of psychology at Yale and co-author of the research said, “It appears that the effect of physical temperature is not just on how we see others, it affects our own behavior as well. Physical warmth can make us see others as warmer people, but also cause us to be warmer – more generous and trusting – as well.”
So with that in mind, doesn't it make perfect sense to create things that give us and others the same feeling? Whether it's heated corn cozies, scented mug mats or a hand made quilt, they help warm us inside and out!
If you're interested in reading more on this study, you can click here and here for more information.
There are 2 new Prim Stitchery sets this week- both great for quilts, prim & country decor & more!
| Prim Crow Stitcheries Price: $9.97 Sale: $7.48 Save: 25% off This Prim Crow Stitchery set includes 8 designs for both the 4x4 & 5x7 hoops - 16 total. Know a Prim Lover? Stitch these on placemats, kitchen curtains, flour sack towels and scented mug mats. Bundle them together in a wicker country basket with some homemade jam for the perfect Prim house warming gift. |
| Prim Hand Stitcheries Price: $9.97 Sale: $7.48 Save: 25% off These are wonderful for making quilt labels! Set includes 5 designs for both the 4x4 & 5x7 hoops. Stitch in multi-colors as designed or use only one color throughout for a more traditional redwork look. 10 designs total. | |
Have a wonderful weekend and remember, if you're needing more embroidery designs and supplies and want hubby to be generous, make sure his hands are nice and warm!
As always...
Happy Stitching!
Nathenia
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