The understanding that everything will turn out okay. The belief in not only yourself but also that which is beyond you, outside of you. The ability to take a leap, because you know someone's got your back.

You gotta have faith.

Ideal Projects: a prayer shawl, that project that's just outside your comfort zone, a prayer pouch, bookmark for your favorite passages.

PERSEVERENCE

Stick-to-it-ive-ness. The will to continue, despite great odds. To keep going, keep giving it your all. Those who persevere come out stronger and wiser on the other end, better for having made the journey.

Keep going - you're almost there.

Ideal projects: a chemo cap, wrist warmers for those rolling up their sleeves, a durable pair of socks.

JOY

The simple, incomplicated, state of feeling bliss. Of blooming where you are planted. Of enjoying the moment, wherever that moment is. Joy is as uncomplicated an emotion as it is a welcome one. It's all about recognizing the joy in your life and celebrating it.

Dance. Laugh. Sing.

Ideal Projects: a baby blanket, a plant pot cozy, a full (stuffed) heart.

PEACE

A state of being, with an absence of conflict, internal or external. A moment or more where nothing needs to be spoken; where nothing is needed at all. You are at one with your surroundings and your own mind.

Still waters run deep.

Ideal projects: yoga mat bag, seat cushion for meditative moments, freeform mandalas, friendship bracelets.

HEALING

Whether it be body, mind, or soul, we all need healing. It can be nearly as difficult to watch a failing loved one as it is to go through it yourself. No matter the ailment, deep and calming blues and watery tones encourage rest and refocusing; both are so imperative to the healing process.

Breathe in. Breathe out. Just breathe.

Ideal projects: hot water bottle cover, chemo caps, warm socks for hospital floors, and sleep masks filled with lavender and chamomile.

FERTILITY

Not just of the womby sort. Fertility is the hope that ideas and creativity will take root and grow. Flourish. Allow fertility's roots to bust up that desolate concrete taking up space in your soul. Wrap yourself in fertility's comforting warmth and nuture your creative talents.

Grow.

Ideal projects: journal book covers, a simple wrap to help your mind focus, a belt for your pants ... or your guitar.

STRENGTH

For all those times you're not sure you have what it takes. The moment before you begin an epic adventure. As you take that first hard step in the direction of your dreams. Any time you need an ace in the hole, draw on the strength you've got within you.

Go confidently. Go now.

Ideal projects:I Socks for a long journey, a scarf for a new life's path, gauntlets for fighting for your beliefs.