Get Stitched // The Stitch Blog

This is the first blog article I’ve written in a while, as I’ve been lucky enough to have a lot of the past two months travelling and meeting Stitch members from all over the world.  My travels kicked off with a visit to the Stitch…

Debbie and Trevor are members from Brisbane who joined Stitch to expand their social circles and accidentally found love. They share their story of friendship, a proposal that felt like a heart attack, and the wonderfully full lives they each have due to Stitch.

I’ve just spent the most wonderful few weeks meeting members up and down the Australian East Coast in New South Wales, as well as Melbourne in Victoria. If those gatherings made one thing clear, it’s that the best part of Stitch is always our members.…

I drove 1500 kilometers (940 miles) over Easter, stopping in town after town to meet Stitch members, attend events, and see firsthand what our communities look like when they’re just getting started. And I have to tell you, it was absolutely incredible.

After years of personal growth and a frustrating experience with other apps, Irma found something on Stitch she hadn’t expected – a warm community of over 50s looking to form deep, meaningful relationships.

Stitch recently had a booth at the Seniors Festival in Sydney, Australia. The event was organized by the New South Wales state government to bring together activities, clubs, and services for older people in Australia. 20 amazing Stitch volunteers showed up, and we had a…

For the very first time in Stitch history, we are hosting a global conference: A vital, three-day international event bringing Stitchers from the world together in one of the most beautiful cities on earth: Bath, England. We are calling it Stitch Together 2026, and it…

An incredible year for Stitch, with more people over 50 finding friendship, companionship and fun than ever before. We look forward to more group activities, in-person events and real world connection in 2026 – the year of friendships!

Seattle Stitch member Nanako has written a stirring memoir of her personal experience joining Stitch to create more connections and find events over 50.

We’re often asked why we chose to call our community “Stitch”. Read this article to find out!

Andrew and a busload of Stitch members traveled from Seattle to San Fransisco in September – October 2025, on a trip that would create connections and change lives. Here’s a few highlights. Look at those smiles!

Debbie Hartzell organized an event with the Stitch community to help sew clothing for children in Kenya. She shares her story of how we can work together to make a real difference.

Joe already had a thriving social life, but found Stitch made it even better. His wave of new friendships, online and offline, have brought even more joy and fullness to his life. “The longer I’m part of it the more I learn about it, and…

Stitch member Debbie shares a heartwarming testimonial about her Stitch journey. It captures what to do when you’re at a crossroads in life, looking for more social connections and community, and how Stitch can provide the tools for you to get out and meet people…

Making new friends after 50 can feel challenging, but it’s deeply rewarding. Many people find themselves craving deeper connection, especially after major life shifts like retirement, relocation, or changes in family dynamics. Here’s how to start rebuilding your social circle.

A lot of people approach dating like going to the dentist: a necessary and uncomfortable experience that just has to be endured.  But there is a better way. Stitch is an online social community for people over 50, based around real-world events and activities. Stitch…