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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
#101 // Summer Throwback: Knitting Journal 101: Why You Need One and How to Start
Want a beautiful, ready-to-go knitting journal? I finally got my hands on the one from Twice Sheared Sheep and it’s GORGEOUS. Thoughtfully designed, spiral-bound, and perfect for tracking every cozy project. Take a peek here →https://twice-sheared-sheep.myshopify.com/twwcpa (affiliate)
Welcome back to the Knit Your Stress Away Summer Throwback Series—your weekly cozy reset with a round up of our best episodes of the last year and a half. This week, we’re revisiting one of your favorite episodes all about how to actually stay motivated and celebrate your growth as a knitter—with a simple but powerful tool: your own knitting journal.
Whether you’re a paper-and-pen type or prefer something digital and fuss-free, this episode is packed with inspiration for tracking your projects, capturing your creative milestones, and building a keepsake of everything your hands have made.
🧶 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
• Why a knitting journal is a game-changer for busy moms
• What to track (think: yarn, needles, modifications, emotions!)
• Ideas for using your journal to celebrate small wins and keep momentum
• My favorite digital option: the Knit & Note app for organizing on the go
✨ “Seeing all the projects you’ve completed can be such a confidence booster—especially when you’re working on something new or challenging.”
🧰 Mentioned in the Episode:
→ Grab your FREE cheatsheet: “3 Things You Need to Start Knitting”
→ Download my 3-Day Reset: Make Time to Stitch
→ See all my favorite tools, books, apps & more at www.theknittingmamas.com
→ Check out the Knit & Note App – the perfect way to log projects from your phone
💛 Want to keep the calm going?
Start your first stress-soothing project with the Headband Workshop—a 90-minute guided knit you can finish in a weekend. You’ll find it (and everything else I offer) right at www.theknittingmamas.com.
📲 Let’s connect!
• Instagram: @theknittingmamas_
• Facebook: The Knitting Mamas Community Group
💌 If this episode gave you a little spark of creative joy, share it with a friend or leave a review—it means so much!
Welcome to another episode in the Knit Your Stress Away Summer Throwback Series—designed to keep you inspired with the most downloaded episodes during the summer months. If you’re new to knitting (or just overwhelmed by all the tools out there), this one is for you.
We’re cutting through the clutter and getting back to basics. You don’t need to buy everything to get started—you just need a few essentials, and the confidence to cast on.
🧶 Inside This Episode:
✔️ The 3 must-haves for any beginner
✔️ What’s nice to have (but totally skippable at the start)
✔️ Common things you can ignore for now (hello, simplicity)
✔️ Why keeping it minimal actually helps you finish your first project
✨ “You don’t need a giant kit or every needle size—just the right tools for your first project.”
🧰 Want support as you start? Here’s everything I’ve got for you at theknittingmamas.com:
→ Free Cheatsheet: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting
Get the tools list, my beginner glossary, and feel ready to cast on.
👉 www.theknittingmamas.com
→ Video Guide: Become a Knitter in 5 Simple Steps
Learn how to start from scratch—with calm, clear videos that walk you through each step.
👉 www.theknittingmamas.com
→ My Knitting Favorites: Needles, yarns, books & tools I truly love
👉 Everything’s linked for you at www.theknittingmamas.com
💛 Let’s Connect:
→ Follow along on Instagram: @theknittingmamas_
→ Join the cozy chat in the Knitting Mamas Facebook Community
📸 Found this episode helpful? Screenshot it and share to your stories—I’d love to see your current WIP and cheer you on!
💬 And don’t forget to subscribe + leave a quick review to help more knitters find us!
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#99 // Summer Throwback: The app every knitter needs - with Knit & Note founder Anne Emilie Fosse
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 tool for knitters who want to stay organized, inspired, and totally stress-free.
We dive into how the app was created, why it’s become a favorite in the knitting community, and what exciting updates are coming soon. Whether you’re brand new to knitting or have been stitching for years, this app is going to change the way you manage your projects (and maybe even make your knitting time feel even more relaxing!).
Here’s what we cover in this episode:
How Anne Emilie came up with the idea for Knit & Note on maternity leave
What makes the app so beginner-friendly
The challenges (and wins!) of building a knitting-focused tech product
Sneak peek at upcoming features (hello, yarn database!)
Why knitting is still her go-to form of stress relief
Want to try the app?
Download Knit & Note at: https://www.knitandnote.com
Follow them on Instagram: @knitandnote
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#98 // Summer Throwback: Mental health benefits of knitting and how it helps reduce stress
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 life, this episode will inspire you to pick up your needles.
What You’ll Learn Today:
How the repetitive motions of knitting create mindful focus, quieting your mind and reducing stress
Why knitting releases feel-good chemicals like serotonin and dopamine, lifting your mood and easing anxiety
How incorporating knitting into your daily routine creates a grounding, calming ritual you can rely on.
Resources and Links Mentioned:
Want to start knitting? Download the free cheatsheet: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting —>> www.theknittingmamas.com
Curious about keeping a knitting journal? Check out Episode #69 for tips on how journaling can elevate your knitting journey.
Join our community of knitting enthusiasts on Facebook to connect, share projects, and find support along your knitting journey. Visit thenittingmamas.com to join the conversation. Don't miss out on making knitting your new favorite way to unwind and create!
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#97 // Summer Throwback: 5 Surprising Reasons to Start Knitting
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
About 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.
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