Jane MacDonald

Jane MacDonald

I am of the author and owner of I Love Knitting. I first learned to knit when I was around five years old, and stop doing it when I hit my teens! I than picked it back up when I had my first child, and have since taught all three of my children to knit.

46 Articles Written
Is knitting good for memory?

Is knitting good for memory?

An article published in the Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinic Neurosciences studied mild cognitive impairment (MCI)...

Does knitting help with mental health?

Does knitting help with mental health?

Knitting Has Been Proven To Help With Anxiety Recent research shows what many weavers already know in their hearts,...

What to get someone who loves to knit?

What to get someone who loves to knit?

Pun lovers will never want to take off this cute shirt, which is made of 100% jersey cotton, so it's super soft. Do you...

Best knitting gifts 2020?

Best knitting gifts 2020?

The Woolery Winder and Speed Combo. Loopy Mango My First Hat Kit.

Can knitting cause health problems?

Can knitting cause health problems?

Knitting too much can put you at greater risk of repetitive strain injury, tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and even...

Best knitting gifts 2021?

Best knitting gifts 2021?

I love having wool bowls all over my house. They're a great way to showcase your favorite threads, as well as current...

Best knitting gift?

Best knitting gift?

I love having wool bowls all over my house. They're a great way to showcase your favorite threads, as well as current...

Why knitting is good for your brain?

Why knitting is good for your brain?

A neuropsychiatric study found that participating in activities such as knitting could reduce the likelihood of...

Why is knitting good for mental health?

Why is knitting good for mental health?

The tissue rhythm helps release serotonin. This is the chemical transmitter that helps regulate anxiety, happiness, and...

Is knitting good for mental health?

Is knitting good for mental health?

Knitting Has Been Proven To Help With Anxiety Recent research shows what many weavers already know in their hearts,...

Why knitting is good for you?

Why knitting is good for you?

Recent research shows what many weavers already know in their hearts, fabric has a measurable effect in calming anxiety...

What are the side effects of knitting?

What are the side effects of knitting?

Knitting too much can put you at greater risk of repetitive strain injury, tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and even...

What to get someone who likes to knit?

What to get someone who likes to knit?

I love having wool bowls all over my house. They're a great way to showcase your favorite threads, as well as current...

Best knitting gifts?

Best knitting gifts?

Knitting is an incredibly rewarding hobby, but non-weavers often see it as an enigma. If you've never worked a single...

Where to donate knitting supplies?

Where to donate knitting supplies?

Many elementary schools use yarn for art and craft projects, assisted living installations. Here is a link to an article...

Is knitting good for the brain?

Is knitting good for the brain?

A neuropsychiatric study found that participating in activities such as knitting could reduce the likelihood of...

Does knitting stimulate the brain?

Does knitting stimulate the brain?

When you knit regularly, you force your brain and hands to work together, maintaining your fine motor skills. It can also ...

Why knitting?

Why knitting?

Recent research shows what many weavers already know in their hearts, fabric has a measurable effect in calming anxiety...

Are there benefits to knitting?

Are there benefits to knitting?

Knitting is perfect for those who focus on goals and want to set achievable tasks. Regardless of what you do, the success ...

What are the benefits of knitting?

What are the benefits of knitting?

Here are six possible benefits, Reduce stress and anxiety. This is one of the biggest health benefits of tissue and the...

What does knitting do for the brain?

What does knitting do for the brain?

In a clinical setting, a study of a group of people who have eating disorders showed that tissue had a significant effect ...

What knitted items sell best?

What knitted items sell best?

The best knitted products to sell at a Hot Trends craft fair, baby items, children's accessories, women's accessories and ...

What is a good gift for a knitter?

What is a good gift for a knitter?

Pun lovers will never want to take off this cute shirt, which is made of 100% jersey cotton, so it's super soft. Do you...

Why knitting is good for your mental health?

Why knitting is good for your mental health?

Tissue Rhythm Helps with Serotonin Release. This is the chemical transmitter that helps regulate anxiety, happiness and...

Why does knitting help with anxiety?

Why does knitting help with anxiety?

Tissue Rhythm Helps with Serotonin Release. This is the chemical transmitter that helps regulate anxiety, happiness and...

What are the benefits of knitting and crocheting?

What are the benefits of knitting and crocheting?

Both knitting and crocheting can challenge and strengthen our brain through repetition of complex stitches and patterns....

What can i knit for christmas presents?

What can i knit for christmas presents?

My mother always has chills in her throat and ears, so I decided to make her an elegant knitted scarf with pompoms for...

What to get someone who likes to knit and crochet?

What to get someone who likes to knit and crochet?

A pom pom set makes a great gift for someone who likes to make crochet hats. They come in a variety of colors to work...

Knitting gifts for knitters?

Knitting gifts for knitters?

Pun lovers will never want to take off this cute shirt, which is made of 100% jersey cotton, so it's super soft. Do you...

Why is knitting so fun?

Why is knitting so fun?

Knitting gives you instant gratification, but it teaches patience. Learning to knit allows you to experience the joy of...

Does knitting release dopamine?

Does knitting release dopamine?

There is evidence from surveys that support the dopamine effect of craftsmanship. In a study of more than 3,500 knitters, ...

Why does knitting make me happy?

Why does knitting make me happy?

Knitting was described as “therapy “, relaxing meditation and was highly associated with a greater sense of emotional ...

Where to get knitting supplies?

Where to get knitting supplies?

Shop for knitting tools and supplies at Knit %26 Crochet. Buy products such as ESTONE 100 Pieces Colorful Crochet Stitch...

What happens to your brain when you knit?

What happens to your brain when you knit?

But research shows that weaving and crafting with threads, like other meditative activities, can “activate areas of the ...

Where to donate knitted items?

Where to donate knitted items?

Care to Knit is an organization whose mission is to provide hand-knitted and crocheted items such as scarves, lap shawls, ...

Best knitting gift ideas?

Best knitting gift ideas?

Pun lovers will never want to take off this cute shirt, which is made of 100% jersey cotton, so it's super soft. Do you...

Why is knitting good for your brain?

Why is knitting good for your brain?

A neuropsychiatric study found that participating in activities such as knitting could reduce the likelihood of...

What are some benefits of knitting?

What are some benefits of knitting?

Knitting is perfect for those who focus on goals and want to set achievable tasks. Regardless of what you do, the success ...

Can knitting cause tendonitis in thumb?

Can knitting cause tendonitis in thumb?

You may have DeQuervain tenosynovitis, a common treatable condition that results from inflammation of the tendons in your ...

Is knitting a form of therapy?

Is knitting a form of therapy?

Within the textile arts, fabric has not only been used as occupational therapy, but also to reduce stress, anxiety and...