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I have been crocheting for a very long time now. But I did not realize until recently how crochet was improving my mental health. I was crocheting because I loved to do it and enjoyed the process. I never intentionally sat to crochet to attain anything. At a later point of time realized that I was actually able to relax after a busy day at work. Crocheting is perfect option for unwinding after a hectic day. If done properly it is really easy to relax with crochet.
There are a lot of benefits of adding crochet into your self care routine. There are a lot of other benefits that this that you can relax with crochet. To read more about benefits of crochet read my previous blog post here.
This all being said crochet need always relax you. If not done correct it can cause frustration and stress. But done worry there are just a few things to keep in mind that will help you.So now let us see the 7 secrets that will help you relax with crochet.
For crochet hooks play a very important role and choosing the right one can be extremely confusing too. There is wide variety of crochet hooks available today in a wide range of materials and designs. To know about the various types of crochet hooks you can read my previous blog here.
The thing is that there is no right or wrong choice. It all depends on personal preference. The hook should be comfortable in your hand. If you like the look, feel and functionality of it that is the right hook for you. It is a trial and error process. Experiment with different hooks till you find the one that you like the most. Other than liking there are more things to keep in mind like the price and durability of the hook.
Over all choosing the correct hook is the first secret to relax with crochet
Yarn is the second most important secret to relax with crochet. Just like the hooks yarns are also available in a wide range of textures, colors and materials. When selecting yarns keep these points in mind.
1. Texture
The texture of the yarn is the most important. If you want to relax with crochet the yarn must have just enough tension that it glides smoothly on the hook and hands while maintaining even tension in the stitches. Use a soft cotton or linen yarn. Bamboo yarn is also an excellent choice. There are quite a lot acrylics also available. But I prefer natural fiber over synthetic.
2. Material to choose to relax with crochet
Now comes the fiber type. Choose acrylic or natural fiber as per your preference. I prefer the natural fiber like cotton, linen or bamboo because of the qualities that these posses. This is another topic for discussion in a separate past. For now just choose the yarn of your preference. Natural fibers are a better choice if budget is not and issue. Else acrylics work just fine.
3. Color
The third aspect of the yarn is the color. Choose a soothing color pallet to relax with crochet.
If you want to to have a relaxing experience choose the color of the yarn accordingly. Do not go for bright colors or very dark color yarns. Here are some suggestions:
Choose the correct colors for making crochet a more relaxing experience.
Other than the tools and materials the place where you sit to crochet also plays a very important role. Make sure that you sit in quite corner with minimum distractions and clutter.These are the things that we usually ignore or do not pay much attention to. But it matters a lot. Not just for crocheting but for the over all stress management. If you room is organized and clutter free your stress level automatically drops and you are calmer.
The next secret is the choice of pattern or project. It is a very important aspect but there is no wight or wrong pattern or project. Also for me the relaxing project depends on my mood at that time. Come times the complicated patterns relax me more as they make me more mindful but some time a simple pattern feels much better. So give it a try and see what suites the mood more at a particular time.
As general rule I would suggest that you should choose something is slightly challenging so that you are not bored but still easy to follow and remember so that you do not get overwhelmed. Here are the links to a few of my easy to follow tutorials for relaxing.
After selecting the correct hook, yarn and pattern and sitting in the right place the next important thing is to be mindful to relax with crochet.
Before we begin let’s see what mindfulness means.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is the ability of being present. Becoming fully aware of where you are and the surroundings. Being mindful helps you take your mind of things from the past or the future that might be bothering you.
So how to achieve mindfulness to relax with crochet. Here are some points
This is really very very important. Even if you now the previous 5 secrets and do not follow this one crochet will not relax you and you will strain your body and mind. It is really important to take short breaks and get up have some water and stretch a little to feel relaxed.
To relax the most with crochet sit comfortable with arms, neck and shoulders relaxed. Breath normally. Find your own relaxing posture and rhythm. With practice you’ll find your own relaxing postures, pace and place. See what suites you and start practicing it.
So these all the secrets that i had for you. Follow them all or any that you find suitable for you. I hope this will help you improve your crochet experience and also help you relax with crochet.
Thank you for reading till the end.
Happy crocheting!!
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