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In a culture that treats busyness as a virtue, it’s easy to believe creative hobbies are optional, something to return to only when there’s “enough” time. But the truth is, time rarely makes room for what nourishes us unless we ask it to. Intentionally carving out space for your craft isn’t indulgent or inefficient; it’s a way to protect your attention and come back to what actually feels good for you. And this isn’t just a cozy idea. Research suggests that creative hobbies c

A cozy, wearable twist on my favorite textured stitches. Find the free Starlight Poncho Pattern Here ! The Creative Spark After the Starlight Throw There is something about finishing a big project that leaves my hands buzzing for the next one. That is exactly what happened when I put the final stitches into the Starlight Throw . I loved making that blanket so much, from the star stitches to the puff stitches to the calming rhythm of it all, that I immediately wanted to dive i

The Slow Beauty of Crochet Crochet is a slow hobby. Truly slow. This is not an instant-gratification kind of craft — not even close. Even if you’re a fast crocheter, a project can take hours, days, weeks, sometimes months to complete. And in a world where everything is right-now, one-click, instantly-delivered, that makes crochet feel almost rebellious. It asks something of you. It demands presence, patience, and commitment in a way that can shape and build you. Crochet is on

Designing the Coziest Crochet Blanket for Fall Every year, as soon as fall settles in, I feel a familiar pull toward a certain kind of project. You know the one: something easy to pick up after work, something repetitive enough to be soothing, but with just enough variety to keep your hands (and mind) engaged. That’s when I know it’s blanket season. There’s something about this time of year. It's the cooler air, the shorter days, and the cozy evenings at home that makes me cr

A few months ago, I decided to quit pursuing a pattern business I’d put a year and a half into. Then last week I decided to start over with Day With Rae. These big decisions weren’t easy to make, so no surprise that I’ve spent some time reflecting on what’s changed. What drove me to quit the first time around, what has rekindled my interest and passion now, and how do I know it won’t end back where I started? As I glance over at the three WIPS I have in the corner – a sweater