{"product_id":"knit-yourself-calm-isbn-9781782214939","title":"Knit Yourself Calm","description":"\u003cb\u003eReduce stress and enjoy your favorite pastime with a wide variety of mindfulness-based knitting projects for new and experienced knitters!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Knitting is a relaxing and therapeutic pastime. \u003ci\u003eKnit Yourself Calm\u003c\/i\u003e uses this winning combination to offer mindfulness techniques and fun knitting projects to help you reduce stress. Though aimed at both beginners and advanced knitters, the book focuses on basics knit and purl stitches, increasing, decreasing, and some simple colorwork.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e After covering essential techniques, author Lynne Rowe shares mindful knitting projects in 5 sections. Each section offers a different way of promoting calm:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e• Quick and Easy Projects \u003c\/b\u003efor when you when you need a quick fix to raise your mood\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e• \u003c\/b\u003ePortable Projects\u003c\/b\u003e for managing stress on the go, perfect for commutes, work breaks, and travel days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e• \u003c\/b\u003eGroup Projects\u003c\/b\u003e for when you want to knit with friends and enjoy some mood-boosting fun, play, and laughter\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e• \u003c\/b\u003eBig Projects \u003c\/b\u003efor when you need a constant companion to whom you can turn for calm, consistency, and a soothing rhythm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e• \u003c\/b\u003eNew Skills\u003c\/b\u003e—from different stitch patterns, colors, or textures—for nurturing a healthy brain, growth, and creativity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Whatever your skill level, there are plenty of projects here to help you achieve calm, manage stress, and enjoy a fun, creative pastime that produces beautiful projects for yourself, your loved ones, or your home!Quick \u0026amp; Easy: Washcloths\u003cbr\u003e Men's Scarf\u003cbr\u003e Chunky Cushions\u003cbr\u003e Portable: Cartridge Stitch Cowl\u003cbr\u003e Hats\u003cbr\u003e Socks\u003cbr\u003e Group: Squares Blanket\u003cbr\u003e Bunting\u003cbr\u003e Teddy\u003cbr\u003e Big Projects: Nursery Blanket\u003cbr\u003e Shawl\u003cbr\u003e Bag\u003cbr\u003e New Skills: Tea Cosy and Mug Cosy\u003cbr\u003e Cabled Mittens\u003cbr\u003e Herringbone Stitch Evening Bag\u003cbr\u003e Hot Water Bottle\u003cbr\u003e Techniques:\u003cbr\u003e Tension\u003cbr\u003e Casting on (the 2 methods)\u003cbr\u003e Casting off\u003cbr\u003e How to knit and purl\u003cbr\u003e Garter stitch and stocking stitch\u003cbr\u003e Increasing\u003cbr\u003e Decreasing\u003cbr\u003e Knitting in the Round\u003cbr\u003e Blocking\u003cbr\u003e Mattress stitch\u003cbr\u003e Making a pom-pom\u003cbr\u003e Socks:\u003cbr\u003e Picking up stitches\u003cbr\u003e Kitchener stitch\u003cbr\u003e Tea Cosy and Mug Cosy:\u003cbr\u003e Fairisle\u003cbr\u003e Cabled Mittens:\u003cbr\u003e Cables \u003cbr\u003e Hot Water Bottle Cover:\u003cbr\u003e Duplicate stitch\u003cb\u003eLibrary Journal 2017\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBooks touting the stress-busting properties of crafting are commonplace, and this collection, cowritten by two knitters who have researched the therapeutic benefits of knitting, provides a bounty of simple, low-frustration projects. Rowe and Corkhill group their designs by type—quick and easy, portable, group, big, and new skills—so knitters are free to choose the one appropriate for their situation. Most include fairly simple, easy-to-memorize, basic stitch patterns. Knitters who prefer exploring more complicated techniques will find a few projects in the “new skills” section, which includes simple stranded knitting, cables, and duplicate stitch. ­\u003cb\u003eVERDICT Rowe and Corkhill see the mindful aspects of knitting as something serious and enduring rather than trendy, and it shows. Beginning knitters looking for a way to unwind will find both projects and tips in this collection.\u003c\/b\u003eLynne Rowe was taught to knit and crochet by her Nan in her early childhood and has been hooked ever since. She has developed a wide range of specialist skills and loves to pass these on to others through her workshops and classes. She is best known for her whimsical designs which feature regularly in the UKs most popular craft magazines, along with articles and technical guides. Her practical approach makes her patterns straightforward, easy to read and fun to make and her aim is to encourage as many people as possible to knit and crochet. Lynne lives in Congleton, Cheshire.","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46302449008869,"sku":"NP9781782214939","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781782214939.jpg?v=1767730825","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/knit-yourself-calm-isbn-9781782214939","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}