Soothing Stitches: Knits for a Quiet Mind

Inspired by the quiet energy of crystals, Soothing Stitches: Knits for a Quiet Mind contains 12 knitting patterns that encourage you to slow down. The collection, featuring both garments and accessories, explores simple yet beautiful constructions and stitch patterns

12 knitting patterns (1 sweater, 1 cardigan, 1 vest, 1 top, 1 poncho, 2 shawls, 1 headband, 1 hat, 1 pair of socks, 1 pair of slippers and 1 pair of mittens). (Garments come in at least 8 sizes)

Inspired by the quiet energy of crystals, Soothing Stitches: Knits for a Quiet Mind contains 12 knitting patterns that encourage you to slow down. The collection, featuring both garments and accessories, explores simple yet beautiful constructions and stitch patterns, keeping your hands busy while your mind finds stillness. Woven among the pages are gentle words that echo the rhythm of knitting — poetic reflections and a touch of mindful meditation.

Pick up your needles, take a deep breath, and cast on.

The book’s 12 knitting patterns encourage you to pause, ground yourself and find moments of calm.

Inspired by the quiet energy of crystals, this collection explores simple yet beautiful constructions and stitch patterns.

Poetic reflections and gentle words echo the rhythm of knitting, a craft we all love so deeply.

Pauliina Kuunsola is a knitwear designer based in Finland. She creates patterns that are meditative and engaging to knit and loves exploring the endless possibilities of simple stitches and stitch patterns. Inspired by nature, the night sky and the mystic realms, she seeks to bring a sense of calm and wonder to her designs. In addition to designing, she works as a senior editor at Laine Publishing.

“In today’s hectic world, slowing down is a gift you can’t give yourself enough.”