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Knitting is the ultimate activity for mental health microgains

Mental health microgains are quick wins to support our wellbeing. Learn how knitting is the ultimate activity for mental health microgains

Anchoring: Sketchbook Circle Series, Part 1

Dr Paula Redmond explores the theme of “anchoring” through yarncraft – the Sketchbook Circle Series, Part 1

The therapeutic power of knitting through grief

Knitting can be a powerful tool for supporting us in grief. Dr Paula Redmond shares her experiences of knitting through loss in the Guide to After Life podcast.

Journal Club: The Benefits of Knitting for Personal and Social Wellbeing in Adulthood

Dr Mia Hobbs and Dr Paula Redmond discuss a recent research article exploring the mental health benefits of needlecraft.

Connect with your values through knitting

Knitting can help you connect with your values and the things that really matter to you. Mia’s Bit by Bit dress is a great example of this.

5 easy ideas for your very first knitting project

What will you make for your very first knitting project? Here are five simple pattern ideas to get you started.

Journal Club: Healing Stitches

Dr Mia Hobbs and Dr Paula Redmond discuss a recent research article exploring the mental health benefits of needlecraft.

Does knitting give you permission to rest or relax?

Rest and relaxation don’t always come easily. Learn about the range of ways that knitting can enable rest and relaxation.