Use Quarantine to Convert Your Loved ones to Knitting and Crafts
Being stuck indoors all day is tough.
It’s a situation none of us could have foreseen happening this time last year, and its continued presence in our lives has been nothing short of draining.
With so much of previous everyday life stripped away, figuring out what to do with yourself presents a challenging, almost existential, question. Most readers of this site are already sold on the enjoyment and benefits of knitting – but there’s an opportunity amongst this chaos to introduce our passion to others.
From learning how to embroider to making your own toasty winter blankets and knitting masterpieces, the possibilities of new and exciting crafting hobbies are endless.
Here are five awesome crafting skills that are easy starters to get a loved one to try out. Each one is littered with health benefits, skill development and will save them a lot of money compared to endless nights out at the bar.
1. Knitting
Knitting is experiencing somewhat of a renaissance period and it’s about time it did.
Knitting is a modern and youthful hobby that has been linked to reduced anxiety, improved brain function, and better overall mental health.
Being locked up in isolation for so long has profound effects on one’s mental health and knitting can provide a formidable remedy to these knock-on effects.
You don’t have to be a knitting master. All you need is a ball of yarn, some knitting needles, and a comfortable place to sit.
It’s the perfect way to unwind after a long day of work. Start off by knitting alongside your newbie isolation buddy and let them enjoy it with you!
2. Sewing
With a cold winter fast approaching, you may want to fashion some lovely sheets and quilts to help keep you warm.
A sewing machine truly is a gift for life and they’ve been a household staple for centuries.
Like every other crafting hobby, sewing has tremendous health benefits and can save you money on buying expensive sheets and blankets.
You can even teach the younger members of your family how to sew – making sewing a perfect bonding activity for everyone – not just adults.
3. Embroidery
Embroidery has similar benefits to knitting and sewing and it, too, will take your creative gifts to the next level.
Not only will you create aesthetically pleasing art, but you’ll also be engaging your brain and reducing your stress levels.
Embroidery gives you the platform to create stunning visual masterpieces for your home. It also gives you the opportunity to practice your motor skills – which can aid you tremendously in other hobbies.
Furthermore, embroidery is a hobby that the whole family can enjoy regardless of skill level. It’s a great way to relax after a long, hard day of work.
4. Quilting
Does a quilt a day keep the doctor away?
Apparently so. It also rewards you with a tremendous feeling of accomplishment upon completion.
Quilting may be time-consuming but it can save you a fortune on buying overpriced quilts and duvets and they make a perfect heartfelt Christmas gift.
If the idea of making a whole quilt seems daunting, try quilting small pieces and gradually increase the size of your output as your confidence improves.
5. Weaving
If you’re looking to improve your hand-eye coordination then weaving may just be the hobby for you.
Weaving will make your motor skills become razor-sharp and help develop unparalleled focus. It can even lessen the chances of dementia later on in life.
Weaving will also help your problem-solving abilities and strengthen your creative muscles even more.
The combination of health benefits and artistic skill makes weaving a hobby you’d be foolish to miss out on.
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