One of the best things about knitting is being able to pick out a fun pattern and the yarn to make it with. There is nothing more exciting than choosing colors and textures of yarn to make the perfect blanket, poncho, sweater, whatever. There are many that proclaim a love of knitting just so that they have an excuse to purchase more yarn.

The true fun of knitting however, is the accomplishment of finishing the project that you now get to show off. Whether you made a sweater that you are going to wear in the winter months or you are making a baby blanket that will be given to a friend, there is no greater joy that getting to show off your accomplished project and moving on to the next.

Knitting, although in the beginning can be overwhelming with the counting and which needle goes where, is a soothing act. There is something relaxing about finding a rhythm with your needles and creating something out of a giant string and two needles. Whether you are darning socks or working on a hat, there is something to be said about the relaxing, rhythmic motion that can be soothing on your nerves. Make sure that you take breaks frequently because you can develop arthritis in your wrists from the repetitive motion.