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Tag: Knitting

The art of self-care: social butterfly or solo venture?

May 30, 2018June 1, 2018Leave a comment

Emma writes about knitting in the pub and solo-crafting, and how they might promote wellbeing.

Projects: Process vs. Product

April 27, 2018Leave a comment

– By Anne Ferrey When we started the Yarnfulness Project, our goal was to find hard evidence on the effect of crochet/knitting/crafting on well-being. In researching this, we’ve tended to think about the benefits of crafting as if they would be similar for everyone – despite individual differences, we have been thinking about crafters as … Continue reading Projects: Process vs. Product

Changing perspectives on our research

April 24, 2018Leave a comment

On using public input to change our research plan, and getting back to basics.

Knitting at the Winter Olympics

February 28, 2018April 24, 20181 Comment

Knitting on and off the slopes was popular with athletes as a way of relaxing. We wonder why that might be.

Five Ways Crafting Could Help your Mental Health

January 29, 2018January 29, 20182 Comments

Anne looks into whether knitting or crochet help your mental health.

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Creativity and Wellbeing workshop today was a success! Crochet, knitting dolly, colouring in and autumnal leaf craft ❤️ #yarnfulnessproject #crochet #knittingdolly #colouringin #artsandcraft
Slightly different to our usual stuff, but Do you have 15 minutes to answer questions for our study about music and wellbeing? We will ask you questions about your interest and engagement with music, as well as wellbeing and creativity. Win £50 Amazon Voucher! https://tinyurl.com/MusicSoton
Very excited for upcoming work with @makingspace_org and their #craftmatters campaign! Watch this space for updates 🧶 #yarnfulnessproject
Do you have 15 minutes to answer questions for our study? We are interested in the relationship between hobbies, wellbeing, quality of life and life stressors. Win £20 Amazon Vouchers for participating! Psychology students can get 3 participation credits. isurvey.soton.ac.uk/33156 (Link in bio)

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