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Crochet to Calm: Stitch and De-Stress with 18 Simple Crochet Patterns

Creative and calming, crafting is the perfect way to destress! In Crochet to Calm you’ll learn how the repetitive motion of this popular craft can not only clear your mind but also result in beautiful projects you’ll be proud to show off! Best yet? All you need is a hook and a bit of yarn to get started!

From home accent projects such as the Zinia Pillow, Meditative Mandala coaster, and the Papillon Pouf to cozy wearables like the Pinecone Infinity Scarf, Slouchy Slipper Boots, or Peachy Arm Warmers, you’ll find 18 fun, easy projects that can be completed in almost no time at all! And with easy-to-follow photography and clear illustrations, you’ll be inspired to try every last one. Featuring a foreword by Mandy O’Sullivan, founder of CraftasTherapy, Crochet to Calm will take your stress away, one stitch at a time.

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Crochet Therapy: The Soothing Art of Savoring Each Stitch by Betsan Corkhill

Crochet Therapy will inspire you to pick up a hook and take some time out of your hectic day to dive into colorful whorls of yarn. Focus, relax, and become more mindful by making more than 20 simple and colorful projects comprised of crocheted mandalas, soothing circles, and other beautiful motifs. Each repetitive pattern helps you engage with your materials, increase your well-being, and unlock your creativity. Mindfulness exercises accompany the patterns and complement the therapeutic effect of crocheting for achieving calm, stress relief, and becoming “effortlessly present” in your craft. Clear instructions and a host of finishing techniques round out the pretty projects and crocheted bounty.

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Mindful Mandala Afghans

Mandala’s have been hot for a while, and they aren’t going anywhere. There’s something almost therapeutic about crocheting a mandala! Leisure Arts has put together a book of Mandala afghans for you.

Mandalas are not just for coloring books! Mindful Mandala Afghans from Leisure Arts presents a collection of artful crochet afghans with mandala-inspired designs in vibrant colors. Each afghan incorporates an exciting color mix of Vanna s Choice yarn from Lion Brand. Designs include Circle of Flowers Mandala Afghan, Framhurst Afghan, Newport Baby Afghan, Ozark Star Mandala Afghan, Rainbow Mandala Afghan, Rockwell Mandala Afghan, Star Mandala Afghan, Sea Salt Circle Afghan, Pine Bluff Mandala Afghan, and Wheel of Fortune Mandala Afghan.

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