Quote About Sewing Items?

I'm trying to find a quote on sewing I read years ago. Summary - woman carries sewing items in purse as a reminder of what or who folks really are so she will relax, even if there's ego tripping. Needle reminds her of sharpness, thread for the long haul, etc.

It was beautiful and a couple of short sentences, read in a self-help area. I remember none of the exact words. Anybody know the quote? JoJo from DC