For most of us who live in the Northern Hemisphere, the days are definitely getting shorter and the nights a lot longer. Well that's what everyone says, but it's not really true. The days are all still 24 hours long, it's just that when it gets dark at 5 p.m. the day seems that much shorter.
So what are you going to do now that you have more time indoors rather than out of doors?
Might I suggest it's a great time to take up a new hobby, or revive a hobby that you haven't done in a long time?
I'm personally taking up my knitting needles. Why? Well, let me tell you! My mother who you have heard about in other reviews, was a knitter extraordinaire! She could whip up a sweater in less than a week! I'm talking about sweaters that had intricate patterns or several yarn/color changes and with long sleeves.
The only problem was that her knitting was so fast, that neither my sister or I could keep up with her and she would get frustrated by our lack of dexterity! Whenever we started a project, she would end up finishing it for us. While we loved that (because we got a sweater faster), it did nothing to help us with our learning skills. So it was a mixed blessing.
Actually, I feel kind of bad because I could have seen that she was slipping into dementia had I paid more attention to what was happening between her needles! But that is another whole story!
Now I know that I will never have another sweater made by my mother, so I have to take up the hobby if I ever want another beautiful cardigan or pullover in my wardrobe. Oh I know the basics and remember them well, but I also want something that has a little pizzazz added! So now I am trolling You Tube channels to find the help and knitting circles at Senior's Centers for some added comaraderie.
For absolute beginners there are several channels to help you begin. This is one that I watched and liked and you might like it as well from Frock and Fern!
If you can't stand listening to someone giving instructions, you can also buy books to show you with bright well done pictures so that you can move faster or slower depending on how you are enjoying this new experience. Here are some great books and leaflets to help you along.
Knitting for Beginners Amazon Page!
You will find everything you need to know to start this new hobby and if you are a Prime Subscriber, you get next day delivery too!
For myself, I know I will take up the knitting and keep at it, but if you are not sure that this is a hobby for you, you can go to your local Salvation Army/Good Will store and I'm sure you will find yarn and needles there for next to nothing. If you don't enjoy this hobby you can donate it back to the same place you purchased it. Nothing lost, just a little of your time.
I know I get lots of inspiration here on RTR (www.reviewthisreviews.com) especially from some of our contributors who make the most fantastic hand knitted and crocheted items. You can find all kinds of beautiful hand made goodies just check out ReviewThisCrafts.com
While I will take up the knitting, there is lots on these pages to help you decide what you are going to do with your extra indoor time now that it is here! Happy Indoor Crafting Time for everyone!
