KNIT YOUR STRESS AWAY | Knitting for beginners, Knitting to relieve stress, Stress Relief Strategies for moms, morning routine, self care, time management, self care mindset
🧶 Top 25 U.S. Podcast (Hobbies) | Knit Your Stress Away 🧶 Ditch overwhelm through a creative hobby. Are you a busy mom feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Do you crave time to recharge and relax but struggle to fit self-care into your day? If finding calm and creativity feels impossible, this podcast is here to help. Welcome to Knit Your Stress Away, where you’ll discover how to reduce stress and find peace through the simple, soothing practice of knitting. Each episode offers guilt-free self-care strategies and practical tips on using mindful knitting to recharge and relax, even on the busiest days. I’m Nadine, a mom, wife, and passionate knitter who knows firsthand how hard it is to juggle everything without burning out. After 16+ years of motherhood, I traded perfectionism and social media comparison for creative self-care—and knitting became my go-to solution. Now, I’m excited to share how you, too, can use knitting and simple routines to feel more rested, calm, and creatively fulfilled. If you’re ready to ditch overwhelm, embrace a creative hobby, and reclaim your time, this podcast is for you. We’ll cover: • How knitting for beginners can reduce stress and boost creativity • Building simple, effective morning routines • Creating mindful habits for busy moms • Finding rest and relaxation without guilt Take a deep breath, grab your knitting needles, and join me as we knit our way to a life with more calm, more creativity, and less stress—one stitch at a time.
Episodes
Grab your beginners guide to knitting: www.theknittingmamas.com
Download the “3 Things You Need to Start Knitting” cheatsheet www.theknittingmamas.com
Join the free Facebook community: www.theknittingmamas.com
Ever wished you had one single place to keep all your knitting patterns, projects, and yarn stash? In this summer throwback episode, I’m chatting with Anne Emilie Fosse, the founder of the Knit & Note app — a brilliant...
Summer Throwback Series
In this episode of Knit Your Stress Away, we explore the incredible mental benefits of knitting and how it can help busy moms reduce stress and anxiety. From providing mindful focus to boosting your mood and creating a calming routine, knitting is more than just a creative outlet - it’s a tool for self-care and mental well-being. Whether you’re a total beginner or someone looking to prioritize peace in your ...
July Summer Throwback Series
- Why knitting is more than yarn: stress relief, creativity, flow, screen detox, and connection.
- Real stories and examples of how it helped busy moms reclaim time.
- Grab your starter cheat sheet (3 Things You Need to Start Knitting)
- Ready to knit in 90 minutes? Headband Workshop is designed for you, link at www.theknittingmamas.com
July Summer Throwback Series
The Ultimate mindset shift: Make time for yourself without the guilt
- Reminder: You’re not broken if you never finish a project—you’re overwhelmed.
- Key mindset shift to make space for calm knitting, even for 15 minutes.
- Freebie: Make Time to Stitch: 3‑Day Reset
- Next step: Check out my Headband Workshop ($37) for a peaceful, finished project.
- Learn more at www.theknittingmamas.com
Hey friend—this week’s episode is such a treat! I’m sitting down with the brilliant and bold Chantal Miyagishima from Knitatude, and we’re talking all about her journey from beginner knitter to full-time knitwear designer, author, and creative business owner.
✨ If you’ve ever dreamed of starting a knitting biz…
✨ Wondered what goes into designing beginner-friendly patterns that actually fit…
✨ Or just need a dose of encouragement...
Feeling overwhelmed with all the things you could make this summer—but not sure where to start?
In today’s episode of Knit Your Stress Away, I’m sharing 5 simple, satisfying knitting projects that are perfect for summer stitching… even if you’re brand new or just easing back into your knitting rhythm.
These beginner-friendly picks are calm, confidence-building, and totally portable—so you can knit on the patio, at pickup, or just 1...
If you’ve ever lost your place mid-row, miscounted a repeat, or thought, “Wait—did I already increase here?”… today’s episode is going to be a game-changer.
In this Knit & Tell mini episode, I’m sharing the tiniest (but mightiest!) tool that makes knitting smoother, calmer, and way more fun: stitch markers.
We’ll chat about why they’re not just “nice to have,” the ones I swear by from Twice Sheared Sheep, and one creative littl...
Have you started a knitting project… and then never finished it?
Friend, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re diving into 3 super common beginner mistakes that can stall your progress—and how to gently shift out of them.
Whether you’re brand new to knitting or picking it back up after a long break, this pep talk is here to help you build momentum (and actually finish your next cozy project!).
✨ In This Episode:
- Why choosin...
Feeling like you want to knit but just don’t have the time? You’re not alone—and you’re not lazy. In this episode, we dive into the real reason making time for knitting feels so hard (especially for busy, overstimulated women), and I share 3 simple, stress-free shifts you can try today.
If you’re craving a way to reconnect with yourself in small, doable ways, this one’s for you.
What You’ll Learn:
• Why “not having time” is really ...
Feeling like you want to knit but just don’t have the time? You’re not alone. In this episode, Nadine dives into the real reason making time for knitting feels so hard (especially for busy, overstimulated women), and shares 3 simple, stress-free shifts you can try today.
If you’re craving a way to reconnect with yourself in small, doable ways, this one’s for you.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why “not having time” is really about nervous...
Feeling like your knitting project is dragging on? You’re not alone. In this episode of Knit Your Stress Away, we’re talking about what to do when progress feels painfully slow—and how to stay excited about your knitting even when it’s not moving fast.
You’ll learn mindset shifts, motivation tips, and gentle reminders to help you reconnect with your “why” and make the process feel peaceful again.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why slow pr...
Links mentioned:
- Free guide: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting → www.theknittingmamas.com/start
- Beginner-friendly guide: Become a Knitter in 5 Simple Steps → www.theknittingmamas.com/guide
This one’s for all the knitters (especially beginners) who’ve ever thought, “Do I really need to swatch?”
Short answer: Yes.
In today’s episode, I’m walking you through the what, why, and how of gauge swatching—and how this one s...
Links mentioned:
- Free guide: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting → www.theknittingmamas.com/start
- Join the free Facebook community → www.theknittingmamas.com/group
Today’s Episode: Ditch the Distractions – How to Create More Focused Time for Knitting
Ever feel like you know you *want* to knit, but life (and your phone) keep getting in the way?
This episode is all about how to reduce distractions and make room for more ca...
Links mentioned:
- Free guide: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting → www.theknittingmamas.com/start
- Paid guide: Become a Knitter in 5 Simple Steps → www.theknittingmamas.com/guide
- Join the free Facebook community → www.theknittingmamas.com/community
What if the secret to feeling calmer, more focused, and less anxious wasn’t another app… but your knitting needles?
In today’s episode, we’re talking about dopamine—and how k...
Links mentioned:
- Free guide: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting → www.theknittingmamas.com/start
- Join the free Facebook community → www.theknittingmamas.com/community
If you’ve ever picked up a ball of yarn and felt overwhelmed by the label—this one’s for you. I’m breaking down the key parts of a yarn label in simple, beginner-friendly terms and sharing my #1 yarn recommendation for new knitters.
Inside this episode:
...Tired of ending your day on your phone… and feeling worse than before?
This episode is your gentle nudge to try something better.
We’re exploring how knitting can become a powerful tool for mindfulness—and how to actually make time for it, even if your days feel nonstop.
Inside this episode:
- Why knitting calms the nervous system
- How it helps you trade mindless scrolling for meaningful rest
- My favorite ways to fit in 5-minute...
Grab your beginners guide to knitting: www.theknittingmamas.com/guide
Download the “3 Things You Need to Start Knitting” cheatsheet www.theknittingmamas.com/start
Join the free Facebook community: www.theknittingmamas.com/group
Ever wished you had one single place to keep all your knitting patterns, projects, and yarn stash? In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Anne Emilie Fosse, the founder of the Knit & Note app — a brill...
Ever pick up your phone just to check one thing… and suddenly 20 minutes have disappeared? You’re not alone. Scrolling is designed to keep us hooked—but instead of feeling relaxed, we end up more drained, distracted, and overstimulated.
In today’s episode, we’re talking about what all that screen time is actually doing to your brain, why it leaves you feeling exhausted instead of rested, and how knitting can be the antidote you did...
Hey friend, have you ever tried to learn how to knit but felt like it wasn’t for you? Maybe you’ve convinced yourself that knitting is too hard, takes too much time, or that you’re just not a “crafty” person. But here’s the truth—knitting is way easier and more approachable than you think!
In today’s episode, I’m busting three common myths that might be standing in your way. If you’ve been hesitating to pick up your needles, I want...
Spring is about to be here, and there’s no better time to start a fresh new knitting project! If you’re looking for something fun, simple, and free, you’re in the right place. In today’s episode, I’m sharing four beginner-friendly knitting patterns that won’t cost you a dime—so you can jump in and start creating right away.
These projects are easy, stylish, and perfect for spring, whether you’re making s...
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