Therapeutic things to do: crochet may not be top of your mind when you think of activities that have therapeutic benefits. But crochet has both physical and mental health benefits and these can be especially powerful when crochet is utilized (in the same way as meditation or yoga) as a method for accessing mindfulness.

I've written about the benefits of crochet and cited many of the studies supporting the thesis that crochet is therapy. Many of the women who have participated in my beta mindful crochet program, The Relaxed Creative, have also shared how much learning to crochet has benefitted them, whether they are busy working Moms, grieving seniors, or stressed and isolated caregivers.

But one of the challenges facing the participants in my program is - "how do I find mindful crochet patterns for projects I want to make?"

This was my primary motivation behind pulling together the Relax and Hook event. I wanted to provide new crocheters with beginner-friendly mindful crochet patterns, but also share these meditative, therapeutic designs with more experienced crocheters, because everyone can benefit from making things that actively help them de-stress over the hectic Fall and Holiday months.

Relax and Hook blog hop

Day 1

September 1st is Day 1 of the "blog hop" part of the event and today's FREE pattern is for a brand new design of mine, The Scarborough Fair Market Bag.

The Scarborough Fair bag is an easy crochet market bag pattern. The bag is created from a piece of rectangular fabric, which in itself is made by crocheting granny clusters in the round. I find there's something about making granny fabric and motifs that is inherently calming and meditative.

So, just click on the button below to add the pattern for The Scarborough Fair Market Bag to your cart. Sign in to your account (or create one) and then use the code MINDFULCROCHET at checkout. The discount only applies from 8.00am (EDT) on September 1st, 2022 to 8:00am (EDT) on September 2nd, 2022. 

Day 2

Click here for the free pattern for September 2nd - The Lightning Quick Hot Pad by Diane Gibb Designs

Day 3

Click here for the free pattern for September 3rd - The Easy Peasy Rainbow Scarf by Fleur's Yarn Creations

Day 4

Click here for the free pattern for September 4th - The Johnny Blanket by Golden Pine Creations

Day 5

Click here for the free pattern for September 5th - The Juniper Wall Hanging by DeniMade

Day 6

Click here for the free pattern for September 6th - The Maya Mandala Bag by crisdvic

Day 7

Click here for the free pattern for September 7th - The Betty Hooded Shawl by MTP Designs

Day 8

Click here for the free pattern for September 8th - The Raspberry Croissant Shawl by YarnAndy

Day 9

Click here for the free pattern for September 9th - The Ava Scarf by stringtierey

Day 10

Click here for the free pattern for September 10th - The Fireside Blanket from Spotted Horse Design Co

Day 11

Click here for the free pattern for September 11th - The Foothills Hat from Make with Meggie

Day 12

Click here for the free pattern for September 12th - Willows Enchanted Forest Placemat from Lavender Cup Cottage

Day 13

Click here for the free pattern for September 13th - The Double Waffle Baby Blanket from My Crochet Space

Day 14

Click here for the free pattern for September 14th - The Crochet Knit Look Scarf from Toyslab Creations

Day 15

Click here for the free pattern for September 15th - The Jamie Blanket by Golden Pine Creations

Day 16

Click here for the free pattern for September 16th - The Comfy Stars Sweater by Emerald Cherub Crochet

Day 17

Click here for the free pattern for September 17th - The Highland Men's Scarf by Sunflower Cottage Crochet

Day 18

Click here for the free pattern for September 18th - The Self Care Scarf by Nine Inspired

Day 19

Click here for the free pattern for September 19th - The Breezy Days Girls Pullover by Make with Meggie

Day 20

Click here for the free pattern for September 20th - The Sweet Mary Lap Blanket by Carroway Crochet

Day 21

Click here for the free pattern for September 21st - The Clarion Multiway Scarf by Made with Love and Fibres

Day 22

Click here for the free pattern for September 22nd - The Half Moon Rug by crisdvic

Day 23

Click here for the free pattern for September 23rd - The Breezy Chevron Blanket by Cosy Rosie Crochet

Day 24

Click here for the free pattern for September 24th - The Easy Peasy Crochet Snood by Fleur's Yarn Creations

Day 25

Click here for the free pattern for September 25th - The Spring Simplicity Shawl by Small But Kinda Mighty

Day 26

Click here for the free pattern for September 26th - The Honeycomb Shawl from Woolly Wonders by Jo

Day 27

Click here for the free pattern for September 27th - The Calia Wall Hanging from DeniMade

Day 28

Click here for the free pattern for September 28th - The Ocean Breeze Scarf with Fringe from My Crochet Space

Day 29

Click here for the free pattern for September 29th - The Diamond Drape Shawl from Straight Hooked

Day 30

Click here for the free pattern for September 30th - The Alison Storage Tote from Small But Kinda Mighty

Consider relieving your stress even further by investing in the Relax and Hook ebook

You may be thinking, "wait, Deanne, if I can get all 30 patterns for free just by joining the blog hop, why would I buy an ebook of patterns?"

Well my lovely crocheting friend, here's SIX reasons why!

• The free PDF download of The Scarborough Fair bag contains the written pattern and some pictures. However, if you decide to purchase the Relax and Hook ebook, which will only be available during September, you will also receive:
• a chart of the pattern; and
• admission to a live online workshop held on September 24th, where I will walk you through how to crochet the Scarborough Fair bag; and
• access to a recording of this workshop so you can watch the replay
• You will receive bonus, exclusive content consisting of at least 7 additional mindful crochet patterns from me
• You get the warm, wonderful feeling that comes from supporting 21 small, independent, women-led businesses
• You receive all 30 Relax and Hook patterns upfront
• You don't have to stress about missing a blog hop day. You can just sit back, relax, and start creating productive calm. 
• The ebook is terrific value. The retail value of the crochet patterns in the ebook, plus the bonus content, is about C$211.33. If you grab a copy of the ebook now, while the early bird pricing is in effect, it only costs C$19.99 (equivalent to approximately US$/Eur 15 or GBP 13). That's a saving of 95%!!

All 30 patterns in one place, so you won’t lose them and can miss a blog hop day if you need to. Plus, bonus content not available via the blog hop, you can get started on some lovely relaxing projects right away, support 21 small indie designers - all at a gigantic discount. What's not to like?!

Remember, this ebook will only be available to the general public for the month of September 2022. Once it's gone, it's gone!

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