Mindful Creative Workshops

Community Mindful Creative Workshops

Are you a community group or similar? Then this workshop could be for your members.

Amanda will introduce you to the beneficial aspects of the mindful side of crafting with yarn. The session will teach you how to create a crochet item, with the focus being on the process rather than the outcome. You will experience how to engage the senses, slow the mind, reduce anxiety in the moment and feel a sense of accomplishment.

You will receive a complete kit of everything you need, including organic cotton yarn, an ergonomic crochet hook, pattern work booklet with guided breathing exercise, and information on mindfulness.

What You’ll Get Out Of It:

– Learn basic crochet stitches
– Start a project that you can take away with you
– Meet new people in a fun relaxed environment

Crafting is not going to solve all your issues, but taking time to engage in slow mindful activities such as knitting and crocheting can make a difference. UK charity Knit for Peace conducted a comprehensive survey on the health benefits of knitting (and crochet). You can read their full report, and watch their summary on The Health Benefits of Knitting below.

Of those in poor or very poor
health,

92% said knitting improved their health. 82% said knitting relaxed them, 65% of our knitters said knitting for others made them feel useful, 92% said knitting improved their mood

https://www.knitforpeace.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/The-Health-Benefits-of-Knitting-Preview.pdf