After looking at many wonderful panels that we received, we couldn’t miss the common threads in the images and patterns that our stitchers are using: There are many images that speak of hope, in shapes of rising sun, growing trees and star bursts.
Trees, forests flowers and growth speak of our desire and willingness for opening our hearts and mind.
Then, there are images of hands coming together, symbolizing unity and brotherhood.
Images of children, balloons and flowers remind us how crucial it is for us to keep advocating the refugee cause.
These are more complete messages in images: Lotus flower Breaking chains, an image of journey home through a meandering path, where flowers bloom, Hands offering shelter, food and clothing.