When I first came up with the idea of a summer-long, mental health temperature blanket knit and crochet-along, I honestly wasn’t sure how it would be received. Although it’s changing, historically, caring for our emotional well-being has not been valued or talked about in the way that physical health has always been a part of the societal conversation.

For me, knitting and crochet can tell stories, just as pen and paper might, but with yarn and needles—and that yarn acts as a common thread connecting us to a world of others who, too, are looking for community and self-care. It makes sense, then, that a blanket could be used as a journal of sorts, chronicling the patterns of our feelings and offering moments of introspection.

So, the ​Moodring Wrapghan MAL​ for knitters and crocheters was born, and yesterday, it officially launched. To say that I’m surprised that 450+ (and counting) stitchers have shown up to this self-care, community exercise is an understatement. Last night, at the live Zoom launch event, as folks from three different countries and many states across the U.S. shared their gratitude for having something like this event to focus on, it became abundantly clear that the mental health benefits of our crafts abound.

Patterns and tutorials for four versions of the Moodring Wrapghan, a summer-sized blanket/wrap, are now live and free to all who participate. If you’re interested and not already signed up, it’s not too late. I’ve built several “gap days” into our 90-day schedule so stitchers can start, stop, and catch up as their schedule allows.

This event is open to the public and is hosted on my community platform, Stitchwell Social Club. Any of the plans, including the free one, will give you access to join. Want access to all of the ​Stitchwell Social Club: Self-Care Summer​ community events and benefits, too? Be sure to choose the S. Weller or Stitchwell Council options.

To learn more and join go → HERE.

Thanks to all who are already part of the Moodring MAL community. I’m so happy to have you there!

xx,

Vickie

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