Inspired by the quiet energy of crystals, Soothing Stitches: Knits for a Quiet Mind contains 12 knitting patterns that encourage you to slow down. The collection, featuring both garments and accessories, explores simple yet beautiful constructions and stitch patterns, keeping your hands busy while your mind finds stillness. Woven among the pages are gentle words that echo the rhythm of knitting — poetic reflections and a touch of mindful meditation.
Pick up your needles, take a deep breath, and cast on.
Pauliina Kuunsola is a knitwear designer based in Finland. She creates patterns that are meditative and engaging to knit and loves exploring the endless possibilities of simple stitches and stitch patterns. Inspired by nature, the night sky and the mystic realms, she seeks to bring a sense of calm and wonder to her designs. Pauliina’s first knitting book, A Little Book of Moon-Inspired Shawls, was published in 2023. In addition to designing, she works as a senior editor at Laine Publishing.
• 120 pages
• 12 patterns: 1 sweater, 1 cardigan, 1 vest, 1 top, 1 poncho, 2 shawls, 1 headband, 1 hat, 1 pair of socks, 1 pair of slippers and 1 pair of mittens. (Garments come in at least 8 sizes)
• Paperback
• Weight: Approx. 350 g / 0.8 lb
• Dimensions: 188 x 240 x 9 mm
• Printed in Estonia.
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Update: I didn’t realise that the cushion is loose so you can embroider on it, then you permanently attach both pieces. I must have missed those instructions, & I don’t have them anymore. I do like that I have a pin cushion close by so I can quickly & easily change out my embroidery needles. Thank you for letting me know that I can embroider the cushion then permanently fit it to the wooden piece.
This gorgeous piece of fabric is suitable for experts and beginners alike. I'm very much a newbie to embroidery and it's such fun to do. There are so many ideas to find and some of the figures will definitely be men. Delivery was super quick, great packaging too.
Beautiful wools. I am using them to embroider a design by Nicola Jarvis. The flecks enhance the crewel work stitching on her badger design. So pleased I have now purchased the other 3 bundles.
A beautifully crafted needle holder, a piece of art in its own right. Definitely worth the price and practical, an essential for anyone interested in knitting or crochet.
Lovely little needle minder that works fine. Nice detailed design with a tiny heart on the back. Very collectable.