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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
#90 // Why you don’t make time to knit and how to shift it in 15 minutes a day
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 system space
3 easy shifts to create time without guilt
A free tool to help you build a cozy, calm knitting rhythm that sticks
Mentioned in this episode:
→ Free 3-Day Reset: Make Time to Stitch
Start building your calm knitting rhythm today
Grab it at www.theknittingmamas.com
Follow Nadine on Instagram @theknittingmamas_
If you loved this episode…
Leave a quick review or share it with a friend who needs a little more calm (and yarn!) in their day.
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#89 // When knitting feels slow - How to stay motivated and actually enjoy the journey
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 progress is still progress
How to reframe the frustration of “not getting anywhere”
5 ways to reignite your knitting motivation
A cozy reminder that your worth has nothing to do with how fast you finish
Links + Resources:
[FREE Guide] 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting: theknittingmamas.com
Become a Knitter in 5 Simple Steps: theknittingmamas.com
Join our free community: theknittingmamas.com
Follow me on Instagram: @theknittingmamas_
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#88 // The one step you might be skipping (that can make or break your project)
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 step can save you a lot of headaches down the line.
Inside this episode:
What gauge actually means and how it affects your project
A simple way to measure and adjust your gauge
How to swatch without perfectionism
Why skipping the swatch used to ruin my early projects
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#87 // Ditch the distractions – How to create more focused time for knitting
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 calm, focused knitting time—even if your days feel nonstop.
Inside this episode:
How to create a space that supports your knitting habit
Why making knitting your “default” activity is a game-changer
Tiny mindset shifts that help you protect your creative time
What works for me when I feel pulled in 10 directions
COMING SOON:
Phone Boundaries Mini Course
A cozy, mini course to help you reclaim your peace (screen-free)—one stitch (and one phone boundary) at a time.
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#86 // Knitting and your brain: How it boosts dopamine and reduces stress
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 knitting can give your brain the feel-good reward it craves without the crash.
Inside this episode:
Why knitting is a healthy way to trigger dopamine (and how it compares to social media)
What happens in your brain when you knit
A simple way to use knitting as part of your morning or evening routine
My personal shift from nighttime scrolling to knitting—and why it changed everything
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
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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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