July Summer Throwback Series

• Why knitting is more than yarn: stress relief, creativity, flow, screen detox, and connection.
• Real stories and examples of how it helped busy moms reclaim time.
• Grab your starter cheat sheet (3 Things You Need to Start Knitting)
• Ready to knit in 90 minutes? Headband Workshop is designed for you, link at www.theknittingmamas.com

July Summer Throwback Series

The Ultimate mindset shift: Make time for yourself without the guilt

• Reminder: You’re not broken if you never finish a project—you’re overwhelmed.
• Key mindset shift to make space for calm knitting, even for 15 minutes.
• Freebie: Make Time to Stitch: 3‑Day Reset
• Next step: Check out my Headband Workshop ($37) for a peaceful, finished project.
• Learn more at www.theknittingmamas.com

Hey friend—this week’s episode is such a treat! I’m sitting down with the brilliant and bold Chantal Miyagishima from Knitatude, and we’re talking all about her journey from beginner knitter to full-time knitwear designer, author, and creative business owner.

✨ If you’ve ever dreamed of starting a knitting biz…

✨ Wondered what goes into designing beginner-friendly patterns that actually fit…

✨ Or just need a dose of encouragement to carve out time for creativity—you’ll love this one.

We also chat about:

🧶 Her upcoming book Sweater Success (and who it’s perfect for!)

🧶 How to knit more consistently—even when you’re short on time

🧶 A few go-to project ideas when you just want a cozy win

🧶 Why making your own clothes can be a powerful act of self-love

Come find me on Instagram @theknittingmamas_ and let me know your favorite takeaway!

🔗 Links + Resources:

📚 Pre-order ‘Sweater Success: From Cast-On to Closet’ → Amazon Link

🧶 Shop Chantal’s Sweater Scarves → Sweater Scarf Patterns

🧶 Check out her Easy Eyelet Yoke Sweater → Sweater Pattern

🌟 Connect with Chantal:

Instagram: @knitatude

TikTok: @knitatude

Facebook: Knitatude on Facebook

Website: www.knitatude.ca

And if you’re ready to start your own cozy journey—or get back into the groove—don’t forget to grab your free resources and beginner-friendly workshops at www.theknittingmamas.com.

Feeling overwhelmed with all the things you could make this summer—but not sure where to start?

In today’s episode of Knit Your Stress Away, I’m sharing 5 simple, satisfying knitting projects that are perfect for summer stitching… even if you’re brand new or just easing back into your knitting rhythm.

These beginner-friendly picks are calm, confidence-building, and totally portable—so you can knit on the patio, at pickup, or just 15 minutes at a time after a long day.

Inside this episode:

🧶 Why starting simple leads to more finished projects

🧶 The 5 peaceful patterns I’m loving for summer

🧶 My favorite ways to sneak in screen-free calm

🧶 Where to grab your free cheatsheet or join my cozy headband workshop

Projects Mentioned:

1. Jazz Bandana – Hobbii
2. Anya Summer Top – Hobbii
3. Confidence Crop – Knitatude (currently 25% off until 06/20/25)
4. Deco Mug Rug – Free on Ravelry
5. Sunset Breeze Cape – Cozy Nooks Designs

✨ Helpful Resources:

→ Grab the free “3 Things You Need to Start Knitting” cheatsheet

→ Join the Headband Workshop – a cozy, confidence-boosting project with step-by-step video support

📲 DM me on Instagram @theknittingmamas and let me know which project you’re casting on first—I’d love to cheer you on.

If you’ve ever lost your place mid-row, miscounted a repeat, or thought, “Wait—did I already increase here?”… today’s episode is going to be a game-changer.

In this Knit & Tell mini episode, I’m sharing the tiniest (but mightiest!) tool that makes knitting smoother, calmer, and way more fun: stitch markers.

We’ll chat about why they’re not just “nice to have,” the ones I swear by from Twice Sheared Sheep, and one creative little way I use them that might surprise you.

💡 Inside this episode:

🧶 Why stitch markers = less mental load while you knit

🧶 How to use them for pattern repeats, shaping, and peace of mind

🧶 My go-to stitch markers that never snag (plus the ones that make me smile every time I pick them up)

🧶 One outside-the-box trick for using markers to stay organized in your knitting sessions

🛍️ Featured:

- Cat Clips from Twice Sheared Sheep – functional and ridiculously cute

- 3 things you need to start knitting - Cheatsheet (free)

📲 Want to see how I use mine?

Come hang out on Instagram @theknittingmamas—I’ll be showing off my favorite WIPs (and stitch markers!) all week.

Have you started a knitting project… and then never finished it?

Friend, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re diving into 3 super common beginner mistakes that can stall your progress—and how to gently shift out of them.

Whether you’re brand new to knitting or picking it back up after a long break, this pep talk is here to help you build momentum (and actually finish your next cozy project!).

✨ In This Episode:

• Why choosing the right first pattern matters more than you think
• The myth of “I have to learn everything before I start”
• A mindset shift that makes knitting feel like self-care, not a chore
• Why 15 minutes a day can be a total game-changer

💡 Resources Mentioned:

• 🎁 Freebie: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting
• 🧶 Beginner Headband Workshop: Grab it here for $37
• 🕯 Free 3-Day Reset: Make Time to Stitch

🧵 Stay Connected:

Tag me on Instagram @theknittingmamas and share your favorite takeaway!

And if this episode helped you feel seen? Pass it on to a friend who could use a little knitting joy 💛

Feeling like you want to knit but just don’t have the time? You’re not alone—and you’re not lazy. In this episode, we dive into the real reason making time for knitting feels so hard (especially for busy, overstimulated women), and I share 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:

Start building your calm knitting rhythm today

Grab yours here.

Follow me 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.

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.