Welcome to Room for Calm
Hi! I’m Hannah – maker, small business owner, and firm believer in the power of creativity to calm your nervous system, boost your mood, and improve your overall mental health.
Based in Antioch, California and selling worldwide, Room for Calm is your home for stress-relieving creative hobbies that anyone can enjoy. No special skills required, no big investment of time or money needed, just simple ways to slow down and make something with your hands.
My goal is to help you put down your device, tune out the noise, and make space for calm in your daily life.
The Origin Story
Room for Calm began in 2022 as CubicleCrossStitches, a small Etsy store that allowed me to express some of my snarky inner work thoughts out loud and connect with a like-minded community of people looking for a creative escape from the 9-to-5 grind.
As the business grew and became my full-time focus, I realized my mission was bigger than just cross stitch. It's hands-on creativity overall that holds the power to banish stress and anxiety, and I wanted to offer more ways for people to experience those therapeutic benefits beyond stitching.
And so, Room for Calm was born!
At Home and in the Community
Did you know? The mental health benefits of crafting are amplified when creating in community (it's science!). That’s why Room for Calm isn't just an online store – it's a source of community and belonging in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Through the Contra Costa Craft & Color Club I host monthly creative meetups throughout the East Bay, and I also partner with local libraries, recreation centers, and community organizations to bring hands-on creative programs to teens and adults.
These events foster connection and joy, and give more people access to the calming power of making something with your hands.
Calm is at Your Fingertips
Room for Calm is all about tapping into creativity as a way to boost well-being. Are you ready to make space for this simple relaxation?
Whether through the meditative rhythm of stitching, the soothing flow of coloring, or the mindful practice of journaling, everything you find on Room for Calm is thoughtfully designed to create a little window of ease and tranquility in your day.
Give yourself this gift: have a look around, pick out your next creative project, and carve out a little time just for you. You deserve it!