Why read The Mindfulness in Knitting?

Book cover of The Mindfulness in Knitting: Meditations on Craft & Calm

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Anyone can pick up a pair of needles and a ball of yarn. And everyone can be mindful. Mindfulness in Knitting casts fresh light on this renowned calming craft, and reveals how the act of "knit and purl" can be the epitome of conscious living. Ethical textile artist Rachael Matthews…

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1 author picked The Mindfulness in Knitting as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Katy Bevan

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Those of us who knit know that it’s good for us, helping to keep us calm, moderate our heart rate, and more. Rachael explores the therapeutic nature of making in her own idiosyncratic way.

I love Rachael’s voice when she writes, enabling her to be profound while deeply down to earth. This is the only book by her that I haven’t edited myself, so was compelled to read it anyway.

From Katy's list on craft and why making is important.