Overview
The rhythmic skills and colorful repeating patterns created by crochet help to both relax you and encourage greater focus on the present a vital element of mindfulness theory, which improves mental wellbeing. Patterns include beautiful crocheted mandalas with zen-like circular designs as well as other simple motifs designed to help engage you in a series of meditative exercises. Alongside these patterns are further mindfulness activities, designed to compliment the therapeutic effect of crocheting and boost your health and well-being. With the help of this book, crocheting can become an effective tool to manage stress on a daily basis, whilst also allowing you to impress family and friends with your creations.
Full Product Details
Author: Betsan Corkhill
Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC
Imprint: Apple Press
Weight: 0.480kg
ISBN: 9781845436421
ISBN 10: 1845436423
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 07 July 2016
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
. . . whether it's stress or simply too much time spent with your own thoughts, pick up this book if you're looking for your crochet journey to be one that has a wider impact - you never know what you'll discover about yourself! * Crochet Now * The book introduces ways to bring meditation, mindfulness and relaxation techniques to your crochet... -- Christine Boggis * Knitting * the book is filled with brilliant patterns from top designers and would make a great addition to your collection * Crochet Now *
the book is filled with brilliant patterns from top designers and would make a great addition to your collection * Crochet Now * The book introduces ways to bring meditation, mindfulness and relaxation techniques to your crochet... -- Christine Boggis * Knitting * . . . whether it's stress or simply too much time spent with your own thoughts, pick up this book if you're looking for your crochet journey to be one that has a wider impact - you never know what you'll discover about yourself! * Crochet Now *
Author Information
BETSAN CORKHILL is a recognized world expert on the use of therapeutic craft for improving health, wellness, and managing illness. In 2005 she founded Stitchlinks, a non-profit global support network for those who enjoy the therapeutic benefits of crafts. Clinically trained in physiotherapy, Betsan has conducted extensive research into the benefits of hand crafts, working towards pioneering ways to help people address issues and improve their wellbeing through Therapeutic Knitting. Her first book, Knit for Health & Wellness: How to knit a flexible mind & more , has recently been published.
