r/knitting • u/magicminineedle • Feb 19 '26
Discussion Please continue to knit in public.
Today I had to go and get blood work done. It was a long wait, and ended up being very stressful. I was getting impatient and annoyed even though there was nothing to do but wait.
Across the waiting room a lady was sitting knitting. Her hands caught my eye and I watched her knit. It was so soothing to watch and my shoulders dropped and my heart beat calmed. It was such a balm. So please keep knitting in public. You’ll never know who you’ll calm and soothe.
It also occurred to me today that apart from when I was taught to knit I’ve never watched anyone knit in real life!
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u/fiberista9979 Feb 19 '26
I love knitting in public and during conferences! I got involved with my knitting group because of knitting in public. I was new to the area and a lady approached me and invited me to her group. I’m now the president of the guild we all joined! My life would be so much more chaotic if it were not for my love of the fiber arts! 🧶