Mindful Knitting: 35 creative and calming patterns to reduce stress and soothe the mind

by Chloï Elizabeth Birch

Overview

35 meditative knitting patterns that use color, repetition, and texture to help you unwind and destress.

The relaxing rhythm and hand movements of knitting make it the perfect activity to absorb your attention and distract you from unwanted thoughts. As well as being beautiful makes, these 35 projects are specially designed to be a form of mindfulness practice. Suitable for beginners through to experienced knitters, the patterns will help you stitch away stress by incorporating calming repetition and different textures, as well as mood-boosting bright colors and soothing pastel shades. Many of the projects make ideal gifts, bringing you satisfaction and positivity as you knit them for other people. There are also homewares including a mandala pillow and a meditation garland so that you can create an inspiring environment, as well as cozy accessories and garments to allow you to focus on yourself. All of the techniques and stitches you will need are explained with easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step artworks. Let the click of the needles and the rhythm of the stitches help you to be in the moment, bringing you calmness and a sense of wellbeing.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781800651548
Publisher:	Ryland Peters & Small
Publication date:	11/08/2022
Pages:	128
Sales rank:	1,046,183
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 10.80(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Chloé Elizabeth Birch is a knitwear designer whose work has been featured in Pom Pom, Knit Now, Simply Knitting, and Let’s Knit magazines. She began knitting as a way to help with her own mental health. Chloé worked with West Yorkshire Spinners to create patterns for their Re:Treat yarns which were launched in partnership with the mental health charity MIND. Find out more on Chloé’s website and Instagram: www.chloeelizabeth.uk and @chloe_elizabeth_knitwear

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

Chapter 1 Tranquil Surrounding 8

Lotus flower make-up remover pads 10

Mosaic tote bag 12

Mandala pillow 15

Rhythmic garlands 18

Mantra fringe door hanging 21

Contemplation placemats 24

Progress and purify blanket 26

Meditation flags 29

Tranquility texture baskets 32

Surface serenity wall hanging 36

Chapter 2 Self-healing 40

Daily scrunchies 42

Reflection shawl 44

Sundown slippers 46

High spirits headband and wrist warmers 49

Embroidered scarf 52

Comforting bobble hat 54

Boho bag 57

The mindful sweater 60

Color-block blanket 64

Soothing hand warmers 67

Vitality ponchette 70

Well-being wrap 73

Chapter 3 The Gratification of Giving 76

Bright days bunting 78

Points of interest shawl 80

Chains of thought 82

Keepsakes holder 84

Sunrise snood 86

Sentiments beauty bag 88

Restful pillow 91

Meditation baubles 94

Utopia plant pot holders 97

Geo stripe hat 100

Cozy toes socks 103

Embellished book/tablet case 106

Eternal wreath 108

Techniques 112

Abbreviations 126

Suppliers and acknowledgments 127

Index 128