52 knitting-themed reflections for the over 53 million knitters who want to blend their passion and their faith.

This new spirituality of knitting addresses topics such as knitting as a popular pastime, what knitting does for our minds, bodies, and spirits, and how knitting helps people reduce stress, overcome loss, form friendships, and connect with a community. Most important, the author shows readers and crafters how knitting can become prayer.

Through stories, tips, and spiritual truths this book captures the joy of knitting and inspires readers to share their beautiful creations with those around them.

Learn how the meditative practice of knitting can evolve in to a spiritual discipline. One third (53 million) of American women know how to knit, and knitting is becoming increasingly popular with men as well. Many of these knitters belong to social knitting circles, charity knitting groups, or knit with others in churches, cafes—and even in bars! This book shows how knitting creates connections and communities, and ties the repetition of knitting to the consistent recitation of prayer. It also compares the act of knitting to the spiritual journey, from starting something new to how we handle mistakes. Many people would like to incorporate a spiritual practice into their frenetic lives only to become discouraged and give up when they try. Those who knit are able to experience its calming effects and dedicate time to their craft each day.

Learn to knit luxurious sweaters, coats, dresses, and more with these Swedish-inspired patterns and instructions.

The Creative Women's Devotional is for Christian women who knit and crochet. The 28 personal reflections tell of faith in the ordinary life of a Midwestern woman who found a love for fiber in her 40s. It includes 15 blessings for special life events. A great gift, each devotion includes an inspirational story, Bible verse and prayer. Readers will enjoy: Personal stories that remind us how God's love is always present despite mistakes and frustration Heartfelt encouragement and comfort through slowing down Examples of how the simple acts of knitting and crochet bring spiritual wholeness