Crochet

Whether you're traveling on the bus, waiting for an appointment, or taking a lunch break, these beautiful portable crochet projects are just what you need to happily pass the time. Looking for a quick gift for a newborn? Crochet a snuggly Citrus Baby Afghan. Need to complete an outfit? Create a pretty Summer Top in the perfect color. Just because you're away from home doesn't mean that you can't crochet something special for yourself or someone you love. The crochet designs in this book were created with portability in mind. None of them require a large assortment of yarns, so you can pack a skein or two of yarn and this tiny book in your tote, and you'll be ready to stitch away whenever the opportunity presents itself. Crochet is such a wonderful contemplative activity. Once you get going, most patterns have long stretches where you repeat the same thing over and over again. Your fingers learn what to do, and your mind is free to wander far and wide. Studies have shown that brainwaves during crochet can be similar to meditation.