Mindful Crochet: 35 creative and colorful projects to help you be in the moment, relieve stress, and manage pain

by Emma Leith

Overview

The 35 patterns in Mindful Crochet include specially designed elements of repetition, color and texture, which will help you relax, refocus and unwind. Anyone who's ever tried to master a new stitch or work out which granny squares should go where on an afghan will appreciate how crochet can totally engage your attention and harness your creativity. Being "in the moment" is an essential part of following a pattern, keeping your yarn on the hook, counting stitches, and remembering which color to use next. Emma Leith shows how these qualities can become a form of mindfulness practice, bringing you peace, calm, and a greater sense of well-being. There are projects you can make for yourself or your home, and others designed to be given as gifts. The satisfaction you'll get from creating these lovely makes and seeing others appreciate them is another important way in which crochet can encourage a positive outlook and bring happiness.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781782497646
Publisher:	CICO Books
Publication date:	04/09/2019
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	128
File size:	8 MB

About the Author

Emma Leith has used her Buddhist practice and learned the benefits of mindful crochet from a personal perspective, while undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Her website, Emma Leith Atelier (emmaleith.co.uk), showcases her love of color and texture, and her aim is to spread hope and happiness in all that she does. Whether she is yarnbombing a town center or teaching children, her work is always life-affirming and full of fun. Emma lives near Bath, UK, with her daughter and partner, their two Dachshunds, and Womble the cat.

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

Chapter 1 Color Therapy 8

Mandala curtain 10

Colorplay table runner 13

Shisha mirrored valance 16

Squares and circles stool cover 19

Texture place mats 22

Boho bunting 24

Prayer flag garland 26

Neon sunburst color-pop bag 29

Happy flowers chandelier 32

Chapter 2 Touch and Texture 36

Drifting thoughts corsage 38

Mad hatter's tea cozy 40

Peaceful pillow cover 43

Openwork winter scarf 46

Mindfulness cowl 48

Meditation rug 50

Ripple wrap of mindful imperfections 52

Comfort mittens 55

Chapter 3 Mindful Meditation 58

Boho baskets 60

Mandala in a hoop 63

Hanging gardens plant holder 66

Indian summer table mandala 68

Light 'n' airy beaded toppers 71

Granny love blanket 74

Kaleidoscope mandala mat 77

Secret garden fall shawl 80

Basketweave lap blanket 82

Chapter 4 Caring and Sharing 84

Retro flower garland 86

Summer sun coasters 90

Tea light holder cover 93

Heart garland 96

Stress ball key ring charm 99

Flowers in a bobbin 102

Flower power desk tidy 104

Prayer beads purse 106

Christmas baubles 110

Techniques 112

Abbreviations 127

Suppliers 127

Acknowledgments 127

Index 128