My Story

TL;DR: Feeling anxious and short on time? Crochet might be just the thing to relieve stress. It certainly helps me!

My love for crochet started before I could even read. My mom taught me early on, probably hoping to keep me busy while she worked on her projects. My first creation? A pair of pink slippers full of extra holes. I proudly wore them anyway. I was hooked!

As an adult, crochet fell to the bottom of my list. Between marriage, kids, work, and life’s endless to-do list, I barely had time to think, let alone crochet. I started projects but rarely finished them, and they added to my stress as they piled up in the back of my closet.

Eventually, anxiety and depression became bigger parts of my life. I wish I’d sought help sooner because therapy made a huge difference. Please don’t hesitate to seek help if you are struggling! I learned we all need a break - something to focus on that isn’t a problem, real or imagined. For me, that escape turned out to be crochet.

When I picked up my hook again, I was rusty. My first project was a wonky mess, but the magic happened when I realized how quiet my mind became while I worked. Even a few minutes of crochet left me feeling calmer and ready for the rest of my day.

With the help of the internet (thank you, YouTube!), I brushed up on my skills. But I soon realized I needed quick, simple projects that I could work on in short bursts. That’s how I started designing my own patterns - easy and calming for people like me, who don’t have hours to spare.

My patterns are beginner-friendly but great for anyone needing a peaceful break. If you’re new to crochet, don’t worry. I have videos to guide you, and a few mistakes just add charm to your work.

So, if you’re looking for a little me-time or need to quiet the noise in your head, give my patterns a try. I hope you find as much joy and calm in crochet as I have.

Thanks for stopping by. Welcome to Calm Crochet by Andrea!

Andrea