{"id":201369,"date":"2021-08-17T11:31:39","date_gmt":"2021-08-17T09:31:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.katia.com\/blog\/benefits-of-knitting-crocheting-positive-health-effects\/"},"modified":"2023-06-14T10:25:38","modified_gmt":"2023-06-14T08:25:38","slug":"benefits-of-knitting-crocheting-positive-health-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.katia.com\/blog\/en\/benefits-of-knitting-crocheting-positive-health-effects\/","title":{"rendered":"5 wonderful benefits of knitting: discover the positive health effects of knitting and crocheting"},"content":{"rendered":"

A lot of studies have been made about the positive effects<\/em> that knitting and crocheting can have on a person\u00b4s health<\/strong><\/a>. As well as being absorbing and interesting activities (in any of the existing techniques) they have a lot of physical<\/em>, mental<\/em> and social<\/em> benefits. <\/strong>You only need to ask a knitter or crocheter if it is true or not… Discover the benefits of knitting<\/strong> and crocheting!\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Every stitch is a new beginning<\/em><\/p>\n

What are the benefits of knit and crochet?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

1. Knitting<\/em> and crocheting produce happiness<\/strong>, increase self-confidence<\/strong> and help create a sense of well-being<\/strong>. They can also help change your mood. Like all creative activities, they feed your imagination<\/em> and artistic side. They also have a practical side and foment the concept of a \u2018job well done\u2019. That\u2019s why you can get hooked on knitting and crocheting!<\/p>\n

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Knitters just wanna have fun knitting\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

2. Both learning<\/em> and teaching knit and crochet is associated with a sense of calm<\/strong>. They also help to develop patience<\/strong> and to increase a person\u00b4s sense of worth<\/strong> and social inclusion.<\/p>\n

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Keep calm and crochet happy<\/em><\/p>\n

3. Knitting and crocheting can help to reduce loneliness<\/strong> and isolation whilst strengthening personal relationships<\/strong>. Sharing this pastime connects different people together at both a local level, like knit and crochet get together in yarn shops<\/a><\/em>, caf\u00e9s, etc. And a global level, like on our Facebook Crochet-Along Katia<\/em> and Knit-Along Katia <\/em>groups<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Yarns bring color to our life | Yarn bombing\u00a0by @guerrilleresdelganxetbny<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

4. Investigations based on evidence show that knitting and crocheting have many health<\/em> benefits<\/em>: They can reduce blood pressure, slow down the effects of dementia,<\/strong> help to limit the symptoms of arthritis<\/strong> and distract from chronic pain. Counting stitches, coordinating the hands, passing the yarn… stimulate the logical part of the brain and help improve mobility problems.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Worry less, knit more\u2026\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

5. Regarding emotional and mental health, they reduce stress,<\/strong> anxiety and depression<\/strong>. This is because these activities, like yoga<\/em>, promote relaxation<\/strong>, concentration and meditation.<\/p>\n

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Stress is a choice. Relax is a choice. Choose well. Choose wool.<\/em><\/p>\n

Everyone can knit and crochet<\/h2>\n

Lastly, EVERYONE can learn to knit and crochet. From kids<\/strong> to the elderly, whether they are left-handed or right-handed\u2026 knit and crochet have no limits. Knit and crochet where you want, when you want and with the materials<\/strong> you want<\/a> (there are options available for all budgets). Furthermore, a knitter or crocheter can proudly wear all the garments and accessories<\/a> they have made with their own hands. What more could you ask for in a hobby<\/em>?<\/p>\n