If youâve been wanting to start knitting but arenât sure where to begin, this episode is for you! Iâm sharing five beginner-friendly knitting projects that will help you practice basic stitches, build your confidence, and actually make something you can use or gift.
And if youâre brand new and feeling overwhelmed, donât forgetâmy Beginnerâs Guide, Become a Knitter in 5 Easy Steps, is currently available for only $17, and youâll get access to all upcoming updates before the price goes up to $37! It walks you through exactly what you need to get started, step by step. Grab your copy here:
đ Get the guide now: www.theknittingmamas.com/guide
Also, a quick heads-upâour next Knitting Made Simple workshops for beginners will be happening on March 12 and March 14! Weâre offering two different time slots to make it easier for more people to attend. More details coming soon, but mark your calendarsâregistration opens at the end of February!
Beginner-Friendly Knitting Projects Mentioned in This Episode
𧜠Lana Headband â This cozy headband from Two of Wands is a perfect first project. Itâs simple, stylish, and a great way to practice your basic knit stitch (which creates a squishy garter stitch fabric).
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𧽠Dishcloth â A practical and beginner-friendly project! Dishcloths let you practice your stitches without worrying about mistakes, and youâll have something useful at the end.
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â Coaster & Trivet Set â These patterns are also recommended inside my free Knitting Cheatsheet! If you havenât grabbed that yet, itâs a must-have for beginners.
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đ Download the free Knitting Cheatsheet here
đ Knitted Bookmark â A super quick and fun project! Itâs perfect if you want something small to start with. Makes an amazing and cute gift too.
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đą Plant Cozy â If you love houseplants, this cozy is a great way to add a handmade touch to your home decor while practicing your stitches.
đ Get the pattern here: Etsy link
Resources & Links Mentioned:
đ Grab my Beginnerâs Guide (Become a Knitter in 5 Easy Steps) â only $17 for a limited time, price increases to $39 soon! â www.theknittingmamas.com/guide
đ Download the Free Knitting Cheatsheet (must-have for beginners!) â www.theknittingmamas.com/startÂ
𧜠Upcoming Live Workshop for Beginners!
Join Knitting Made Simple on March 12 or 14âregistration opens at the end of February!
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Knitting is supposed to be relaxingâbut if youâre unknowingly making mistakes that set you up for frustration, itâs easy to think, maybe this just isnât for me. The truth? Youâre not the problem! A few simple tweaks can make all the difference.
In this episode, Iâm breaking down five of the most common mistakes beginner knitters makeâso you can skip the struggle and start knitting with confidence. Plus, Iâll share two free resources to make getting started even easier!
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What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
âď¸ Why dark yarn is NOT your friend as a beginner
âď¸ The best needle and yarn size to start with
âď¸ How to pick a beginner-friendly first project
âď¸ The #1 habit that will make your knitting easier
âď¸ Why skipping a gauge swatch can lead to disaster
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Ready to Start Knitting Without the Guesswork? Grab These Resources!
⨠[3 Things You Need to Start Knitting] â A simple cheatsheet with the exact tools you need (nothing extra!) plus a knitting glossary to keep you from feeling lost.
⨠[Become a Knitter in 5 Simple Steps] â A step-by-step guide with video tutorials to walk you through the basics (including fixing mistakes and making a gauge swatch!).
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Letâs Connect!
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đ Join the Facebook community: Beginner Knitters Community
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If you found this episode helpful, share it on Instagram and tag me @theknittingmamas_âI love seeing what youâre working on!
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Feeling overwhelmed by all the knitting supplies out there? Wondering what you actually need to start knittingâand whatâs just extra fluff? In todayâs episode, Iâm breaking it all down so you can confidently grab your supplies without overcomplicating things.
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Weâll cover:
âď¸ The three absolute must-haves to start knitting today
âď¸ The nice-to-have extras (but not necessary right away)
âď¸ The totally unnecessary things you can skip for now
âď¸ How to keep things simple and stress-free when starting your first project
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By the end of this episode, youâll know exactly what to buy and what to leave on the shelfâso you can cast on with confidence!
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⨠Need a simple checklist? Grab my free â3 Things You Need to Start Knittingâ cheatsheet! It includes the exact tools you need plus a handy glossary so youâre never confused. â www.theknittingmamas.com/startÂ
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⨠Want to go even deeper? My âBecome a Knitter in 5 Simple Stepsâguide includes video tutorials that show you exactly how to get started with confidence. â www.theknittingmamas.com/guide
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Resources & Links:
đ Download the free cheatsheet: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting â www.theknittingmamas.com/start
đ Go deeper with video tutorials: Become a Knitter in 5 Simple Steps â www.theknittingmamas.com/guide
đ Follow me on Instagram for more tips! â @theknittingmamas_
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Letâs Connect!
If you loved this episode, take a screenshot, share it on Instagram, and tag me @theknittingmamas_âIâd love to see what youâre working on! And if you found this helpful, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review. Your support helps other moms find this podcast and start their knitting journey too!
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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 - itâs a tool for self-care and mental well-being. Whether youâre a total beginner or someone looking to prioritize peace in your life, this episode will inspire you to pick up your needles.
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What Youâll Learn Today:
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Resources and Links Mentioned:
Want to start knitting? Download the free guide: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting
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/group to join the conversation. Don't miss out on making knitting your new favorite way to unwind and create!
Register for the âKnitting made simple for busy mamasâ Workshop on January 29th at 7pm EST: www.theknittingmamas.com/workshop
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In this episode, I sit down with Leah Remillet, a productivity expert and balance strategist who helps busy moms and entrepreneurs create thriving businesses while prioritizing what matters most. Leah shares her journey, practical strategies for setting boundaries, and her favorite hacks for balancing home and work life. We also dive into the importance of self-care and how creative hobbies like knitting can be a guilt-free way for moms to reclaim time for themselves. Plus, Leah opens up about the insights she gained during her recent 100-day sabbatical and how stepping away from social media can create more balance.
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Feeling stuck on how to join a new ball of yarn to your knitting project? In this episode, Iâm sharing my favorite yarn joining technique thatâs quick, simple, and beginner-friendly. Spoiler: Itâs not the âfancyâ way, but it works like a charm!
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Whether youâre worried about doing it âthe right wayâ or just want to keep things easy, this method will help you keep your knitting stress-free and fun. Tune in for a step-by-step guide, a little pep talk, and permission to do what works best for you.
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What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
â˘My go-to technique for joining new yarn (perfect for beginners!)
â˘Why simple solutions are often the best ones
â˘How to let go of perfection and enjoy your knitting journey
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Mentioned in This Episode:
â˘Join our free Facebook group for support and inspiration: www.theknittingmamas.com/group
â˘Download the â3 Things You Need to Start Knittingâ cheatsheet: www.theknittingmamas.com/start
â˘Sign up for the waitlist for my next beginner workshop: www.theknittingmamas.com/workshop
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Letâs Connect!
Knitting is about finding joy in the processâone stitch at a time. Donât forget to subscribe and leave a review to let me know how this episode helped you!
Hey mama, are you constantly battling that nagging guilt every time you think about taking time for yourself? In todayâs episode, weâre tackling the mindset shift you need to make self-care a priorityâwithout feeling selfish or neglecting everything else on your plate.
By the end of this episode, youâll learn:
You deserve time for yourself, and Iâll show you how to start believing it!
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Letâs Connect:
If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow mama who needs to hear it! Tag me on instagram and I will shout you right back out on my page. And donât forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode.
You deserve time for YOU, and Iâm here to cheer you on every step of the way.
Have you ever wanted a simple way to celebrate your knitting progress and keep everything organized? In this episode, Iâm sharing how creating a knitting journal can help you track your projects, remember all those important little details, and reflect on your progress. Whether youâre a fan of pen-and-paper or prefer an easy-to-use app, a knitting journal is the perfect tool to stay inspired and organized as you create.
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What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
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Key Highlights:
âSeeing all the projects youâve completed can be such a confidence boosterâespecially when youâre working on something new or challenging!â
âAdd photos, notes, and even memories to your journalâitâs a beautiful keepsake of all youâve created.â
âThe Knit & Note app makes it easy to update your projects wherever you areâperfect for carpool lines or cozy evenings.â
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Resources Mentioned:
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Ready to start your knitting journey with confidence? Download my free cheatsheet, 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting, and take the first step toward creating something beautiful. Itâs simple, actionable, and perfect for busy moms like you who are ready to dive in! Download it now at www.theknittingmamas.com/start.
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Letâs Connect:
â˘Join the community: The Knitting Mamas Facebook Group
â˘Follow me on Instagram: @theknittingmamas_
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Knitting is already a relaxing and mindful hobby, but what if you could make it even more calming and enjoyable? In this episode, Iâm sharing how I use essential oils to create the perfect atmosphere for my knitting time. These little drops of calm can help you relax, focus, and elevate your knitting sessions to a whole new level.
Plus, Iâll share my favorite blends for different moods and how essential oils can be used in so many ways beyond just stress relief. Stick around to hear about my current project and what Iâm reading, too!
Interested in oils? Learn more about the ones I use here:
https://bit.ly/nadinesoils
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What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
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The Science behind oils
Join Our Community!
Want to connect with other beginner knitters? Join our Facebook group, Relieve Stress with Knitting, at www.theknittingmamas.com/group.
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Enjoy your knittingâand donât forget to experiment with those essential oil blends to create your perfect knitting vibe!
2025 is just around the corner, and itâs the perfect time to start something newâsomething just for you. In this uplifting episode, Iâll show you why knitting is the ideal hobby to embrace in the new year. Whether youâre feeling overwhelmed, hesitant, or simply curious about starting a creative hobby, this episode will give you the inspiration and encouragement you need to pick up those needles and make 2025 your year of knitting!
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
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Looking for support as you start your knitting journey? Join our free Facebook group for beginner knitters and moms: www.theknittingmamas.com/group.
Letâs Stay Connected!
If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your support helps us inspire more moms to embrace the joy of knitting.
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𧜠Knit Your Stress Away đ§ś
The podcast for moms who want to knit instead of scroll.
Tired of ending every night on your phone? I teach overwhelmed moms how to use knitting to calm your nervous system, set phone boundaries, and reclaim 20 minutes of peace.
Iâm Nadineâa mom who traded doomscrolling for knitting and never looked back.
Whether youâre a complete beginner or getting back into knitting after years away, this show will help you trade screen time for something that actually makes you feel better.
What youâll learn:
New episodes every Wednesday.
Short, practical, and always focused on one question: How does this help you knit instead of scroll?
Put down your phone, grab some yarn, and letâs knit the stress awayâone stitch at a time.
Knit Your Stress Away is for overwhelmed moms who want calm, screen-free evenings â whether youâve never picked up knitting needles or youâre returning after years away.
Each short weekly episode teaches how knitting helps regulate your nervous system, replace doomscrolling, and create a simple nightly ritual that helps you feel like yourself again.
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