Mindful Crochet

Author: Emma Leith
Publisher: Ryland Peters & Small
ISBN: 1782497641
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 357

Book Description
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.

Crochet Therapy

Author: Betsan Corkhill
Publisher: Apple Press
ISBN: 9781845436421
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
Crochet Therapy is a unique and accessible craft book designed to combine the art of crochet with practical mindfulness techniques to bring moments of calm to your everyday life. The rhythmic skills and colorful repeating patterns created by crochet help to both relax you and encourage greater focus on the present—a vital element of mindfulness theory, which improves mental wellbeing. Patterns include beautiful crocheted mandalas with zen-like circular designs as well as other simple motifs designed to help engage you in a series of meditative exercises. Alongside these patterns are further mindfulness activities, designed to compliment the therapeutic effect of crocheting and boost your health and well-being. With the help of this book, crocheting can become an effective tool to manage stress on a daily basis, whilst also allowing you to impress family and friends with your creations.

Hello, Crochet Friends!

Author: Jonah Larson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780999143704
Category : CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Part 1 tells Jonah's story, including his adoption from Ethiopia, and his challenges in school. Part 2 is a celebration of crochet, defining the fiber art, introducing readers to Jonah's crochet friends, and offering instructions on how to make an identity-inspired dishcloth.

Crochet Therapy

Author: Betsan Corkhill
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
ISBN: 9781419721113
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"20+ projects for finding your zen"--Cover.

Colourful Crochet

Author: EMMA. LEITH
Publisher: CICO Books
ISBN: 9781782498933
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 128

Book Description
Bring more colour into your crochet with these bright and beautiful patterns. Imagine you are in the wool shop or searching for yarn online - do you instinctively go for the reds and pinks, naturally veer towards soft blues and greens, or head to the dark side of greys and blacks? The relationship between colours and our state of mind is well established, but we don't often consciously notice how much different colours affect us or understand why we favour some over others. Emma Leith is known for her colourful crochet, and has designed 35 projects that will bring you the psychological benefits of working with different shades, along with the enjoyment of creating beautiful items for the home and to wear. There is a chapter for each season, to reflect the colours of nature in spring, summer, autumn and winter, and then a chapter of 'four seasons' designs, showing you how to mix shades from different times of the year. With notes on the colour therapy benefits of different patterns, and suggestions for switching shades to suit your own preferences, you will soon be crocheting in full colour.

Giving Back Crochet - Jonah Larson

Author: Jonah Larson
Publisher: Annie's Wholesale
ISBN: 1640254455
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 139

Book Description
Jonah Larson taught himself to crochet when he was 5 years old and gained overnight global notoriety. Jonah was born in Ethiopia and adopted as a baby, and he admits he did not always make it easy for his parents. Luckily for him and them, he found that crochet had a way of calming him down. He credits his parents with teaching him many things, especially the importance of giving back and helping others. This book grew out of Jonah's philosophy that part of living a happy life is giving to those in need. With this in mind you will find designs like hats, scarves, slippers and afghans that are easy and simple, and they make perfect gifts to give to those who find themselves in need, those who are suffering with terminal illness or someone who just needs to know that someone cares. Also included is a basic Learn to Crochet section.

Crochet at Work

Author: Kate McCully
Publisher: GMC Publications
ISBN: 9781784946142
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Crochet at Work contains 20 fun, customisable dolls to crochet - you choose the skin and hair color, hair style, gender and outfit. Each doll has been dressed in clothing that reflects an aspirational career, so they're perfect for adults wanting to crochet for little ones who say, When I grow up, I want to be a...'. Once you've learned the basic principles and techniques involved in crocheting the dolls, you can create any outfit you like. With a comprehensive tools, materials and techniques sections, illustrated with helpful photographs, beginners will be able to enjoy the projects as much as experienced crocheters.

Crochet Yourself Calm

Author: Carmen Heffernan
Publisher: Union Square & Company
ISBN: 9781454710196
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Keep your hands busy and your mind relaxed as you crochet this inspiring collection of 50 repeat patterns--including mandalas, granny squares, and triangles. Focus on the repetitive rhythms of creating your piece, stitch by stitch, and you'll truly be in the moment. Your breathing and heart rate will slow, your serotonin levels will rise, and you'll have 15 beautiful completed projects to show off!

AmiguruME

Author: Allison Hoffman
Publisher: Union Square & Co.
ISBN: 1454710950
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 286

Book Description
Make a miniature version of you, your friends, and celebrities too! Youll absolutely love this comprehensive guide to creating amigurumi people. Media favorite Allison Hoffman—whose delightful creations have graced the sets of Conan, Martha Stewart, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and more—explains how to craft and customize these Japanese dolls at every stage. Youll learn everything from depicting the face of the person youre designing to getting the clothing, hair, and accessories just right. The possibilities are infinite . . . and infinitely fun!

Mindfulness in Knitting

Author: Rachael Matthews
Publisher: Mindfulness series
ISBN: 0711288216
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 146

Book Description
Mindfulness in Knitting casts fresh light on this famously calming craft and reveals how the simple repetition of plain and purl can nurture wellbeing. Through personal anecdote and mindfulness exercises, this book explores how everyone can experience the joys of making and looks at the numerous benefits of taking up one of the simplest and most useful of crafts.