Crystals have been something that has been a huge part of my life for the last few years. One of the places I feel like I need the most healing is the bedroom to assist with anxiety, and insomnia. Needless to say, I’ve started to collect crystals that have resided by my bedside.
I wanted to take the time to share those crystals with you. Again, I am not an expert in any way, shape, or form. These are crystals that work for me personally for what I need them to do.
That said, here are the crystals by my bedside:
1. Unakite Tower: This was the first crystal that I added to my collection. Unakite is used for healing pain and for hormone balance. I have had my ups and downs with my hormones and cycles over the last year, so this has been an essential for me.
2. Amethyst Heart: I deal with anxiety — a lot (ever have those nights where you just lay there and think about all you did wrong in life?) Since amethyst is a calming stone, it is definitely needed at my bedside.
3. Black Obsidian Point:Since Black Obsidian helps bring negative energy to the surface, this has been helpful when dealing with some of the nightmares that I’ve been having lately, and bring positive energy into my space.
4. Selenite Heart: Selenite is a great stone for bringing purification and positive energy. That is why many people use it to help cleanse their crystals. I personally think it’s a great stone to have in your bedroom to bring peace into your life.
5. Dalmatian Jasper Elephant: This is a new addition to my collection. Dalmatian Jasper is helpful when it comes to dealing with nightmares, which is something that I deal with on a daily basis thanks to my medication. I love elephants, so this is something that brings me so much joy whenever I look at it.
My crystal and gemstone jewelry collection has grown over the last few years. I am a jewelry lover through and through, but there is something that is so powerful about having crystal gemstones in my arsenal to aid me in a specific type of situation.
That said, I have found that crystals have helped me deal with anxiety and stress for the last few years. The crystals that I am about to share with you are ones that have honestly helped calm me, whether it may be from a panic attack or just an overall stressful day at work.
Before I begin, I just want to say that these are the crystals that work well for myself. I am in no ways an expert on crystals, but I have found that these are the ones that have worked well for me and my experiences.
So, here are the crystals that I use that help me with anxiety:
Amethyst: Amethyst has been my go to since I’ve begun my journey. I have so many different types of amethyst pieces that I have accumulated over the years. Amethyst has many different healing properties, but in this instance, amethyst relieves stress, and helps with mediation and balance.
Sodalite: Sodalite is another great gemstone as well for those who are stressed and those with anxiety. Of its many healing properties, sodalite helps with emotional well-being and enhances self-esteem. This is crucial for those who suffer with anxiety if you ask me.
Howlite: Howlite is loving known as calm the f**k down stone. I deal with a lot of anxiety when it comes to driving, so I keep one clipped to the air vent of my car. The Howlite is a great calming stone for stress relief, eliminating pain and stress, and of course, just creating balance.
Rose Quartz: Last but certainly not least, rose quartz is my go-to in times of anxiety and stress. Rose quartz is such a powerful gemstone, but during times of anxiety, I find it hard to show myself some love. Therefore, rose quartz — the gemstone of love — helps increase the elements of love within for myself.
Colleen Hoover was one of my first authors that I loved when I started venturing away from young adult books to adult books. Many of her books such as November 9, Ugly Love, Verity, and of course, It Ends With Us. Many of her books were five star reads for me, and all were reads that left me gutted.
It’s been a while since she’s had a new release, and things have been happening for her. It Ends With Us became a movie, and there was the scandal that came with the movie. Hoover has become problematic due to her romanticizing abusive relationships as well, especially with It Ends With Us’ popularity.
However, she’s back with her latest book, Woman Down.
Woman Down is about author Petra Rose, who starts the novel with a severe case of writer’s block after her main character in her book’s movie adaption was cut. Rose goes to a remote cabin to get inspiration, and runs into Saint, an attractive cop who shows up, literally on her doorstep. Soon, the lines between realty and fiction begin to blur for Petra, and leaves them in dangerous territory.
I have mixed feelings about this one. This book really explores the concept of cancel culture and the effect that the Internet has on famous people, as well as the pressure that authors feel while they have to churn out books constantly. I loved reading about the scandals that Petra had throughout the book, and couldn’t help but wonder if they were similar to the one that Hoover herself had when dealing with the Lively/Baldoni scandal a few years ago.
That being said, I also have the same feelings about the main character, Petra. What I liked about the book was that many of her details were like an onion and revealed slowly. Her real last name. The fact that she was married and a mother. I liked that because it felt like we, the reader is getting to know Petra as a friend and a person. Seeing her get sucked into the fantasy after she’s been dealing with and seeing how she fought with herself about what’s right and wrong definitely was something that I enjoyed reading and I liked about her.
Petra was not an unlikeable main character, but there were some things that I found to be off about her. She was naive in the fact that she didn’t lock her doors and her ‘muse’ managed to come right in — just to name an example.
This book to me was definitely something that kept me engaged and was something that I couldn’t put down, like many of Hoover’s other books for me. However, the one thing that I didn’t enjoy was the fact that this book could be described in different sections: about 45 percent of it was about Petra’s frustrations with writer’s block, 25 percent of it was about the romance, and the last 20 percent of the book was the twists and the big revelations.
Did I see the twists coming?
No.
However, I will say that I definitely enjoyed the ride of the book, and it definitely helped me get out of my reading slump. It was definitely different than the emotional roller coasters that Hoover is known for, but I definitely had a good time reading it.
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars.
You can get Woman Down on Amazon (affiliate link).
Here in Connecticut, we are preparing for some serious snow over the weekend. I’m looking forward to taking the time to roll my sleeves up to get some work done both at work and at home. That being said, I want to share some of my favorites this last week so that if you were looking for a good book to cozy up to or some really cool finds, you’d be golden.
These are my Friday Favorites this week!
The Conditions of Will by Jessa Hastings: I was hesitant to pick this book up, because I was lukewarm about the other books I’ve read by her. I’m so glad I did anyways. This book is addictive and amazing. It’s about Georgia and Oliver, siblings who have been outcast by their conservative parents and siblings. This book is amazing thus far, and I can’t put it down. She’s a thick boy, but trust me the pages fly by.
JCrew Rollneck Sweater: Mads Steffano influenced me to get this and she was soooo right about this wonderful piece. This sweater is so good. The quality is 10/10. It is comfortable to wear and looks good with any outfit. And yes, I ordered three. #judgeme I can see this being a basic I use for years.
JCrew Berkley Bag: This bag has been on my wishlist for a while and I finally added her to my collection. Plot twist, I’ve been wearing it every day since getting it. I have the bucket style and it’s like a tote but fits so comfortably over the arm. The leather is so nice as well, and I love that I added this to my large bag collection.
David Yurman Evil Eye Bracelet: I have been wearing this bracelet on repeat these days! I got this a few years ago and it’s been on repeat a lot more — so much more that I feel naked without it on. It has onyx beads and just goes with every other bracelet that I wear.
What are your favorites this week?
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For me, the Polene Cyme mini is that girl. She is a tote that is large enough to fit everything you might need, but not so large that it becomes overwhelming. With only one small little indication on the bag that it is Polene, it is very much an if you know, you know type of bag.
I first encountered this bag over the summer, when I saw someone at the Farmer’s Market have it on. I loved how it looked in person, and I knew I had to add it to my own collection. I did some research (aka go down a TikTok and YouTube rabbit hole to see what other people think about the bag), and added it to the wishlist. Fast forward a few months later, where it had finally arrived from theRealReal. Since unboxing it, she has become a bag that has been in my frequent rotation.
The Polene Cyme comes in two sizes: the mini and just the regular Cyme. The mini currently retails at $490 and the regular $560 (as of January 2026). Both bags come with a removable pouch, and have a huge variety to choose from, such as multiple colors of pebbled leathers, raffia, and fleece. All pebbled leather options have an interior of microfiber.
My personal Polene Cyme mini is the pebbled leather camel colored, and so far, I have been reaching for her quite a bit. I’ve carried it to work, and it carried all of my daily essentials without an issue. I also have carried it on a day where I had a few appointments, and needed to take a bunch of stuff with me, and I really enjoyed doing so.
What I love about the Cyme Mini is that it may look like a simple tote, but at the same time, it’s slightly elevated than another other totes that I own. With the two different strap options, I like that I can either sling it over my shoulder or just carry it hand held. And as a side note, the straps are a perfect size to be able to clip on a Jellycat bagcharm to add a hint of whimsy.
I also really love the size of this bag. I love that it’s a bag that fits everything without being too big. It can’t fit an iPad Pro (at least when I’m carrying my other stuff), but I have found that it can fit a water bottle if needed, a book, and of course, a Kindle. I carry a lot, but I don’t like to carry bags that are so big that it’s overwhelming. This bag definitely is one that fits that bill.
Furthermore, I really love how this bag was made. I love the pebbled leather, because it’s a material that I can wear in any type of weather and not have to worry about it getting destroyed. In a New England winter, this is key. The inside, too, has the same type of worry free. I took it to get my hair done, and somehow the hair clippings got into the bag. However, I was able to wipe it out and the bag was as good as new.
This bag is something that I’m going to continue to reach for over and over again for years to come. I love the size, the pouch it comes with, the color I chose, and the fact that it’s made to just be a workhorse for my day to day life. Polene, you did an amazing job with this one, and I’m sure one day I’ll be adding the black to my collection, because I’m a huge fan of this one.
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AT Sangha Yoga and AT Lost and Found have found a new home and a somewhat new name — the Amae Collective and AT Sangha Yoga Studio. The two businesses merged from their two original homes to one giant and mindful home on 44 River Street in Milford. They officially opened their doors to the public yesterday to welcome them to a mindful and peaceful spot in a world full of a chaos.
This space truly combines the best of both worlds — with the boutique in the front section of the space, and the spaces for yoga classes and other workshops in the back section. While walking through the boutique section, I was truly blown away. I felt as though I was walking in an expensive boutique with how gorgeous it was set up. However, the best part of this was that I could actually afford to shop there.
While the space is different, many of the same items were still there. There were a ton of adorable and comfy clothing — perfect for life on and off the mat. There was also the usual suspects from the previous location — gemstone jewelry, gorgeous greeting cards, and a ton of books. Like AT Lost and Found, every single item in this store was curated with intention in mind. While this space left behind the creativity of build your witch balls and make your own bracelets, it now has two bathrooms and two dressing rooms. Honestly, that’s a pretty huge upgrade to me from the previous space.
I did not have the privilege of visiting their previous yoga studio, but Tracy was extremely kind to give me a tour of their yoga space. And let me tell you that it was absolutely gorgeous. There were two rooms just set up for classes, as well as some spaces for workshops to promote mindfulness. However, my favorite part of the space was the rainbow auras that shown through the sunshine through the windows that welcomed people into their space and community.
This space may be new, but I can tell that every single particle of it comes with the love and assurance for quality that I’ve come to expect from the last year of shopping at AT Lost and Found. I’ve been a huge customer of Amy and Tracy’s over the past year, and I’m extremely proud of them and their new space and expansion. This new space is a wonderful addition to the ever evolving downtown Milford community, and this space is something that shows their compassion to their community and customers, as well as their passion to providing a welcome and peaceful space for all to enjoy.
I am looking forward to seeing what’s next for this dynamic duo in this new season and space, but in the meantime, I close this post with an om and namaste.
We’re leaving 2025 off with a bang by sharing all of the purchases that I absolutely loved throughout the year. Something that I have been trying to work on a lot this past year was to try to make more intentional purchases that I used to, and I’d like to think that I was successful in doing so. However, these guys are the best things I bought throughout the course of 2025.
Catbird Initial Signet Ring: This is my favorite ring, and one of my most worn jewelry pieces this year. I have it engraved with my initial, and I wear this all the time. I love that it’s large enough that you know that it’s there, but it’s not so large that you can’t wear it everyday. Yes, this piece is thin, like many of Catbird’s pieces. However, I have found that this has maintained its shape without bending, despite my constant wear on it.
eNewton Bracelets: I have bought so many of these bracelets this year, and I have absolutely loved them all. I love these bracelets, because the quality of them has been outstanding. I have worn them while working out, wet them, and they have held up. Yes, they are pricey. But I have found that they are 100 percent worth it.
Heating Pad: This electric heating pad has changed my world this year. I have one at the office and one at home, and I love it. The battery lasts forever, and you can use it as a heating pad or a massager or both. This has been a game changer, and I highly recommend it as a gift or just to have in your home.
Louis Vuitton Small Keypouch: Thank you, Louis Vuitton for making this. I love this because it’s the perfect grab and go piece. Just add cards, keys, lip gloss and hand sanitizer…all of which are my essentials that I need. 10/10 recommend this piece.
R and Co Badlandsand Cool Wind: I love these two pieces from R and Co. Badlands is my dry shampoo that I use that adds a ton of volume (something that my fellow thin haired girlies know that you need), and Cool Wind is something that I use when I get out of the shower to avoid having to blow dry my hair. Yes. I know I’m lazy, but this product does wonders. Trust me.
Mejuri Initial Necklace: Last but not least, Mads Stefano influenced me to get this, and I have been loving it. I somehow managed to get this piece before Mejuri increased their prices, but let me tell you that I have worn this piece almost daily. I love love love this necklace, and I love that it goes so well with everything that I wear, stack or on its own. I still recommend this piece even with the new price just because it’s something that is regularly in my rotation.
What are your best purchases of 2025? Let me know in the comments below.
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2025 was the year of thrifting. More and more of my clothing has been coming from places such as my local consignment store, Goodwill, and even the RealReal. I have been able to cross off so many things that I have been lusting after for most of the year off of my list and for that, I am so grateful. In 2026, I hope to continue this vintage journey as I am in love with clothing items that will last me a while and just fit me better.
Here are my favorite thrift finds that I have been loving.
Aurate Tennis Bracelet: I scored this bracelet on Poshmark for a steal. I didn’t think I would love this as much as I have. I’ve been wearing this bracelet a lot since I got it. It goes with so many stacks, and it’s something that I can wear dressed up or casually.
Portland Leather Goods Nutmeg Bag: This bag was such a good deal, once again found on Poshmark. I love that this bag is so comfy and cozy. It fits everything, and it seems to get better as it ages. It also seems to fit everything in it, which is something that I really love as well. I know that I’ll be wearing this for a long time, and it will be on repeat.
Dooney and Bourke Lock Hobo in Pebble Leather: This was the year of the Lock Hobo from Dooney and Bourke. I thrifted it in black, brown, and gray, and this is by far my favorite bag. I love this bag because it fits everything that I need, works well with any type of weather, and is something that is comfortable to wear. I love Dooney and Bourke, and this bag helped me bring back that love.
Doc Martens: This is something that I love, but at the moment due to my sprained ankle, I can’t wear them because my foot is so swollen. I got two pairs — a pair of the Chelsea boot for $40 on theRealReal and a pair of the normal ones at my local consignment shop for $45. They are so comfortable, and they are really great quality shoes, just right at the moment, they are not something that I can wear.
Alex and Ani Bangles: For whatever reason, the Alex and Ani plain and beaded bangles have been my favorite this year. I love that they add a little bit of fun to a stack, especially in the summertime. I love finding them on Poshmark, at my local consignment stores, and at the thrift stores. They are honestly the best.
GAP Jeans: I found these at my local consignment store for $3.60. Yup. They are so comfortable, they fit perfectly, and the quality is amazing. GAP is a brand that I can never find new for a good price, so when I saw these on super clearance, I knew I had to grab them. The thing is, I did not realize that I would love them as much that I would.
Polene Cyme Mini: I found this on the RealReal for a steal, and I am obsessed with this bag. I recently switched into this bag, and I am in love with how cute this is, the size, the way that it has a few different ways to carry it, and of course, the camel color that I chose. I love that this bag is pebbled leather, which makes it great for wintertime. I decided to switch my Demelier Bag for this one, and I am so so so happy that I decided to do so.
So those are my favorite thrift/second hand finds of 2025. I’m manifesting a good thrift year for everyone in 2026, including myself. Maybe this will be the year that I finally am able to cross off a pair of Bean Boots… fingers crossed.
2025 was definitely a slower reading year for me. I’m not sure what happened, but this was the first year since probably 2020 where I had read less than 100 books. However, instead of being down on myself about not reading enough books this year to be on par for years past, I want to take a moment to share my thoughts on some of my favorite books from this year of reading.
The Favorites by Layne Fargo: I read this book back in January, and even then I knew that this was going to be a book that I was going to talk about in this post. It was one of those books that had left me in pieces as I was reading it. This book is about figure skaters Katerina and Heath who gain fame as ice skaters with every odd against them. The two were bound together and have forces that tear them apart at every turn. This book was told in a style of Daisy Jones and the Six, and I was obsessed. If you haven’t read this one, I believe that this is the perfect time of year to do so. I couldn’t put it down and it had led me to an emotional ride.
Ready or Not by Cara Bastone: This book was a great read, and one of my favorites this year. Well, obviously, since it was on this list. This book made me swoon, smile, and cry all at the same time. This is the store of Eve, who is dealing with the effects of an unexpected pregnancy. I love the friends to lovers, the characters, and so much about this book that you should just read it.
Song of Archilles by Madeline Miller: I want to add this book to one of the books that made me cry in 2025. This book was devoured on a train ride to the city, and was the retelling of the myth of Achilles. It was absolutely amazing.
Promise Me Sunshine by Cara Bastone: This book gutted me in the best way possible. This one tells the story of Lenny, who is grieving the loss of her best friend. She lands a babysitting job, where she meets Miles who is the uncle of the little girl that she’s babysitting. He teaches her how to live, which was so amazing to read. I loved this book, and I highly recommend that you read it with a box of tissues near by.
Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry: Emily Henry’s one of my go-to authors and whenever she comes out with a new book, it’s an auto buy and instant read for me. I loved that this book was different than all of the other books Henry wrote. It’s told in dual timelines, and POVs. In one, it’s about Alice competing for the ultimate biography project — a biography of Margaret Ives with Pulitzer Prize winner Hayden Anderson. In another, it’s Margaret’s story. Now, if you liked The 7 Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, you would absolutely love this one.
Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid: This book is another one that made me cry in the end, and one that had a twist that I did not see coming. This book tells the story of Joan Goodwin, who is obsessed with the stars and science for as long as she can remember. She goes to NASA, where she is infatuated with Vanessa. This book completely paints the portrait of NASA in the 1980s, and has all of the things that I expected in a Taylor Jenkins Reid novel. It tugs on your heartstrings. It makes you feel all of the emotions. You don’t want to put it down.
Therefore, it’s on this list for me.
Totally and Completely Fine by Elissa Susman: Lauren is a widow in a small town, and the sister of superstar, Gabe Parker. Lauren is tasked with raising her daughter on her own when actor Ben Walsh comes in the mix. With small town rumors flying, Ben’s fame, and her daughter’s moodiness against them, Lauren decides to take their sexy encounters into something more and move forward with her life. I loved this book. Told in a then and now way, the book is more than just a spicy read. It tells the story of a second chance, and two people who are looking to just move forward from trauma in their lives. Plot twist, I loved this one.
First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison: I giggled and enjoyed this book all the way through. This tells the story of Aiden Valentine, who needs his ratings on his show to go up. When a young girl calls into the station in regards to her mother, he knows he’s found his chance. Lucie thinks that she’s living a perfect life. She just works and takes care of her child. However, she jumps on the chance to start her love life. This book was super entertaining, and I really loved it, especially working in radio.
Sounds Like Love by Ashley Poston: When a talented songwriter has a major case of writer’s block, she goes back to her hometown to help out her family. While she’s there, she hears someone in her head. At first, she thinks that it is a figment of her imagination, or that she’s gone crazy, but it brings her to a handsome and infuriating man that she bickered with. There’s so much that I loved about this book — the family aspects, the fantasy element, and the journey the character goes on. I highly recommend this book.
The Wild Series by K.A. Tucker: This was a series that I read at the absolutely right time. This tells the story of Calla, who gets fired from her city job, and decides to visit her estranged father after years of no contact. She is in for complete culture shock when first glancing at Alaska and their way of life, and is bickering with Jonah, her dad’s right hand man. This series was amazing to read, and I am pretty sure that I will read this one again.
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One of my biggest issues with the Coach Brooklyn bag back when I first got it was that although I absolutely loved the 28, I wished there was a size in between the 28 and 39. Don’t get me wrong, I love my 28 one and it fits a ton. However, I yearned for a bag that was larger, but not so large that it overpowered me like I felt the 39 did.
Enter the 34. The size 34 was released a few months ago, and knowing that I wanted this size, I knew it was a must have for me. It was like Coach had read my mind and desire for a larger Brooklyn.
What fits featuring Lucy.
She’s now here in my collection and she is staying.
This bag was everything in my wildest dreams and then some. Like my 28, it is simple and quiet luxury. The only notation of a brand is the small gold Coach print on the front. The leather, like her baby sister, feels so supple and amazing, a bag that will be a part of a collection for years to come.
At least I know it will be part of my collection for years to come. It is like a cozy sweater — you can just throw it on and it will go with everything. This leather, with age, will only get better and better.
The only difference between this size and her little sister is size. What I really love about this is the fact that since the strap is larger, this just glides over coats and thick sweaters— a must for the colder days in Connecticut.
And the capacity is perfect. I was able to fit my Coach Wristlet, Louis Vuitton Mini Pochette, Kindle Colorsoft, Work ID badge, key holder, and so many other little things — many of which the Brooklyn 28 could never hold.
Compared to my smaller one, I would have to switch to the smaller pouch and wallet, and sometimes, it would be pushing it. This one has more room and snaps with ease.
Needless to say, I’m a huge fan of this one. I believe this is the perfect everyday bag — at least for someone who has been entering her big bag era. She’s perfect and is my new favorite bag from Coach.
What a perfect addition to the Brooklyn family, Coach.
It is less than one week until Christmas. There’s panic. There’s excitement. There’s the feeling of worry of how much one has left to do and not enough time to do it.
Ah, the feeling of procrastination.
But before we start wrapping up 2025, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on my favorites for this past week:
Bare Minerals Tinted Moisturizer: I have been obsessed with this tinted moisturizer. I love it because it’s lightweight, and has helped my dry skin so much. It also is advertised as a sunscreen, which due to the winter season, I haven’t exactly used it as, but the SPF is actually really good as well.
R and Co Badlands Dry Shampoo: I just started to use this product, and let me tell you, it’s one that I will repurchase again. It has given my hair so much volume, and has managed to soak up a lot of the oils left in my hair. As a thin hair girly, this is something that has been so helpful.
Sophie Scarf/Hood: The Sophie collection by PetiteKnit is by far my favorite knit patterns to use. I am a novice knitter, and these patterns are so easier for building my confidence. This has been addictive to make. Just be sure to use a stitch counter/marker.
Coach Plaza 22 Bag: My latest Coach purchase has been one of my favorites. I love the Coach Nolita, but she’s a little small. This bag is so perfect. It’s a little bigger, but not so much that it’s a huge bag. You fit the essentials, and just sling it over your shoulder. Boom. I am even considering wearing this bag with my larger ones so I can really get that cost per wear down.
Improved Health Chair Workouts: These workouts have been my saving grace since I sprained and fractured my ankle. No weight bearing BUT I get to still get a good workout in. Win.
Let me know. Are you ready for the holiday season? Let me know in the comments below!
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If you knit and you’re on the internet, I am more than sure that you’ve heard of Petite Knit. Petite Knit by Mette Wendelboe Okkels has been on the Internet since 2016 and giving the world her elegant patterns from scarves to sweaters. However, she has come to fame over the last few years thanks to the viral Sophie pattern collections.
The Sophie collection, which include the scarf, shawl, and hood, are pretty straightforward. They increase after x amount of rows (the amount depends on which you’re making), and then they decrease after you reach the max increase. To date, I have made three scarves, a shawl, and I currently have the hood cast on. And I’m not alone. There are so many content creators that have created multiples of this for both themselves or as gifts.
Now, I am not an expert knitter by any means. I’ve done scarves by using garter stitch, but that’s about it. These patterns were pretty easy to make, at least for me with the expertise that I had when I started the first one. I did have to Google the I-Cord edging, and to make sure you get the correct amount of stitches, you do have to make sure that you count your rows.
However, I did get the hype of this pattern. The scarf goes by so quick, especially when you are in the first few rows since you only cast on six stitches. Seeing that workup so incredibly quickly is something that is really motivating, at least for me. As someone who wants that instant gratification, it helps seeing that progress, especially when it comes to fiber arts where things take months to create. In my graveyard of WIPs, you can tell that there are some projects that have moved slowly due to my lack of motivation due to slow progress.
This pattern is not it. Even the hood and the shawl, while they were a little longer to make, they definitely have gone by on the quicker side.
I also have found this pattern to be really soothing. Since this pattern is so repetitive, I can just go, and turn my brain off while making it. I have found it super relaxing when I knit, and it helps me unwind after a long day instead of doom scrolling.
Now, do I recommend this pattern?
The answer is yes.
It is both fun and mindless, and really easy for someone with little to no knitting experience. It is great for someone like me who has a bunch of single skeins of yarn, but no idea what to make with them. It also is good for that person who needs to level up after making nothing but garter stitch scarves, but isn’t ready to cast on their very first sweater. Sophie is your girl for all of that.
Needless to say, I’ll be casting on the Sophie scarf, shawl, and hood for a little while, because I’m obsessed. So yes, if you’re looking to make something this holiday season, or just need a cozy craft to keep you off of your phone, definitely check out the Sophie collection by Petite Knit.
Materials Used to Make the Sophie Scarf (affilate):
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