Mental Wellbeing

OK, we admit - this one might not be that surprising. In fact, most crafters will tell you that they already know this - creativity can work wonders for your mental wellbeing. Whether it's the simple process of mindful crafting itself, or helping you feel like you've achieved something small even on a tough day, crafting is one of the best things you can do to look after your mental health.

Healthy Joints

Gentle movements such as those we use when stitching can help keep our joints moving and maintain the strength in the small muscles in our hands. On a bigger scale - sewists will know that sometimes cutting out our pattern pieces can be a workout! Just make sure you keep an eye on any repetitive movements or muscle strains and don't

Active Mind

Who needs electronic brain-training apps when your crafting needs you to work out what a third of seven inches is, or how many stitches to cast on for your next hat! Small puzzles and challenges like these are fantastic for keeping our brains active and engaged as well as giving us little bursts of endorphins (the brain's happy chemical) every time we get it right!

Charity Crafting

Lots of us love to make projects for a good cause but did you know that doing something positive for a charitable cause is actually good for you as well as the recipient? Giving to a good cause can trigger positive responses in your mind and body, including better self-esteem, with a feeling of satisfaction and calm that can lead to lower blood pressure and better mental wellbeing too!

Environmental Effects

Every act of eco-conscious crafting and creativity can be part of the worldwide effort to look after our planet - reducing waste, pollution and global warming. When you choose to wear your handknitted jumper instead of turning up the heater or make a card from recycled paper, you're helping to keep the world a happier, healthier place for all of us!

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