Making something is not everyone’s cup of tea. That’s fine.
Sometimes it is about the lack of motivation to finish the work in progress, affectionately known as a WIP. Or you haven’t enough time, a family member needs you, the pattern is too hard, too abstract, not interesting enough to hold your attention, you are in awe seeing other people’s work. And there is the uncertainty of the times we live in which saps your energy and motivation.
We all have these times so here are some tips to help you move on.
- Find a moment for you, sit down and crochet or knit just one row. When I arrived home from work I would always sit and crochet or knit a couple of rows to make the transition from the outside world to the comfort of my home. Pick up your WIP for a few minutes. You will be surprised how moments like these help you in making progress with the item.
- Talk with someone about what you are trying to do and how you are feeling about it. Maybe someone at work over coffee, the phone or Zoom. You will be surprised how just talking about the situation makes you feel better and how many people are in the same situation as you. Unfinished or discarded WIP are a common problem. You could even crochet or knit while you are talking! A few minutes at a time is all you need to make progress.
- Try making something small to contribute to a larger twiddle creation. You don’t have to make the whole twiddle muff, mat or cuff. Maybe you like making small flowers for someone else to attach the twiddle mat, muff or cuff. That’s great.
What is important is that we all find what we like doing and get pleasure from doing it. Making twiddle muffs, mats and cuffs for others to enjoy should not be a chore. We, the makers, benefit too. For me, the rhythmic and repetitive nature of crocheting or knitting a row has a soothing and calming effect.
Have a look at the story in the Blankets section on project twiddles website (www.projecttwidles.com) titled Creating a twiddle blanket/muff. This story is in 4 steps. Maybe you want to try only one of these steps. That’s awesome. There will be someone who loves assembling the twiddle creations using your contributions.
Have a go! Make mistakes, that’s when you learn.
Happy creating!
Sandra @ Project Twiddles