In today's episode, I'm being real and raw with you.

Completely unscripted and a little rambley but I hope you take something away from it. Plus, we'll talk about a few exercises you can try yourself to reprioritize your life goals and settle those anxious thoughts.

It's really not a goodbye. It's more of a "I'll see you later!"

Love you!

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Hey friend,

Welcome to another episode of Crocheting in the Dark where you get to crochet blindfolded! ...Okay, not literally but if you’ve ever participated in a Mystery CAL, it’s the same idea.

I’m going to read off a pattern and you’re going to follow along not knowing anything about what you’re going to make... Intriguing right?

If you are brand new to crochet, I highly recommend following my 7 Day Learn to Crochet Challenge first (its free!). You can sign up here: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/7-day-learn-to-crochet-challenge-2/

If you already have a grasp on the single and double crochet stitches, this pattern is very beginner friendly.

Go grab some yarn and a coordinating crochet hook, we're about to Crochet for Curiosity!

After you listen to this episode, join my free Facebook group where you will find the photo of today's mystery project in the featured section labeled "Crocheting in the Dark: Mystery CAL #2".

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Try this Crocheting in the Dark episode next: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/8-crocheting-in-the-dark-for-curiosity-and/id1732882754?i=1000731152567

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When’s the last time you bought yourself a gift?

In today's episode, I’m giving you permission to get something for yourself for Christmas! I’m going to share 15+ gifts for crocheters (really any creative woman) who is in DIRE NEED of some self care.

These are some of my favorite things that I use for my own self care practices AND things that I’ve added into my creativity toolkit that help me crochet through my own emotions.

You're going to LOVE them!

Here's everything I talked about in today's episode in the order in which I talked about them:

• Shower Steamers: https://amzn.to/4r8ZT68
• Steam Eye Masks: https://amzn.to/4pexTMn
• Unwinding Anxiety by Dr. Judd Brewer: https://amzn.to/4i3Bkn1
• Somatic Exercise Cards (the ones I have): https://tidd.ly/48nhhMZ
• Similar Somatic Exercise Cards on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4hZZRZU
• Reverse Coloring Books by Kendra Norton: https://amzn.to/4o1lBGn
• The Artists Way by Julia Cameron: https://amzn.to/3LGOOsJ
• Reading Journal: https://amzn.to/4pdlyYS
• Prayer Journal: https://amzn.to/3K3fYt8
• Kindle Unlimited Subscription: https://amzn.to/3XcwcDo
• Audible Subscription (only $0.99 for first 3 months!): https://amzn.to/4qUZOCO
• Clover Amour Crochet Hooks: https://amzn.to/44p7iUW
• Tulip Etimo Crochet Hooks: https://amzn.to/4oSSeXS
• Crochet Beginner Sock Pattern Book: https://amzn.to/4o1Zgbz
• Tote Bag: https://amzn.to/3X9948U
• "Troll" Yarn Bowls: https://tidd.ly/49ynsyY
• Cat Yarn Bowl (love that this is a deep bowl): https://tidd.ly/4oY9TO0
• Granny Square Card Deck: https://amzn.to/4oSSxlu
• Granny Square Flower Card Deck: https://amzn.to/47WcgLm
• Granny Square Stitches Card Deck: https://amzn.to/43GCj6A
• Annies Kit Club: https://www.anniesattic.com/shop/kits-clubs/all-clubs/crochet-clubs
• Pottery Kit: https://amzn.to/43IJVFF
• Candle Making Kit: https://amzn.to/3JKgGM4
• Crochet Sock Kit: premier-yarns.pxf.io/raZ1oG
• Ready to Dye Yarn Kit: lionbrand.sjv.io/AP9YMR

Most of the links above are affiliate links which means I will receive a small commission if you choose to purchase, at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting the podcast so I can continue to make free content!

Do you ever feel guilty for not finishing crochet gifts on time — or overwhelmed trying to make something perfect for someone else? You’re not alone.

In this episode, we’re talking about how to crochet gifts for Christmas without the stress and how to reduce the guilt and overwhelm that can sneak into your craft.

You’ll learn 7 simple tips to help you:

• Set healthy boundaries and say “no” without guilt
• Crochet handmade gifts without deadlines or pressure
• Balance projects for others with fun makes just for you
• Reconnect with the joy and peace crochet is meant to bring

Whether you’re a beginner or a long-time maker, this episode will help you fall back in love with your craft on your terms.

Grab your hook and your latest WIP, let's crochet through those emotions.

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Are you overwhelmed by all the things?

If you feel like you are drowning in a never ending to do list, you have to try this journaling prompt.

It's just THREE WORDS and I use it almost every week to help me gain clarity on what’s making me feel overwhelmed and how to move forward without getting stuck in overwhelm paralysis.

In today's episode we will cover:

• the 3-word journaling prompt to give you clarity on what's really stressing you out
• why you should give this a try
• when is the best time to journal this out
• what you should write about
• and how to move forward WITHOUT the overwhelm

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If you’ve ever picked up your crochet hook and instantly felt calmer, you’re not imagining it. Crochet isn’t just a creative hobby — it’s a powerful form of self-care that can calm anxiety, ease depression, reduce stress, and even support your brain health.

Yes, you heard that right!

It’s one of those rare activities that helps your mind, body, and soul all at once — and science is finally starting to explain why.

Just a heads up, I did a LOT of research when preparing for this episode so if I sound all scientific-y, that’s why.

In today’s episode, I’m going to share studies that prove that crochet and other crafts are good for your brain and how it can relieve stress, anxiety, and even depression.

Resources Mentioned:

• Take my FREE 7-day Learn to Crochet Challenge: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/7-day-learn-to-crochet-challenge-2/
• Or sign up for the FREE 14-Day Masterclass: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/learn-to-crochet-masterclass-free-online-class/
• Crochet & Brain Health: https://neurologymindcare.com/blog/crochet-and-brain-health/
• Crochet Increases Focus (2025 Study): https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11790931/
• Crochet & Depression (2025 Study): https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12247064/

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Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I’m just not good enough”?

In this episode, we’re diving into how anxiety actually works, why it tries to “protect” us by overthinking everything, and how those anxious thoughts can quietly shape the way we see ourselves.

Using the movie Inside Out 2 as a visual example, I share what happens when anxiety takes over and starts rewriting our core beliefs.

We’ll talk about how that happens, what it means for your sense of self, and how to gently take back control by befriending your emotions instead of fighting them.

If you’ve ever struggled with perfectionism, overthinking, or feeling like you’re losing touch with who you really are, this episode will help you see anxiety in a new light - not as the enemy, but as a part of you that just needs a little understanding.

Resources Mentioned:

• Inside Out 2 - the movie
• *Unwinding Anxiety by Dr. Judd Brewer

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Hey friend,

If you want to live a life you love, knowing your values is a good place to start. If you don't know your values (or you don't follow them) you could feel incomplete; like something's missing, or that you've lost your identity.

When I became a mom, my identity shifted to solely being a mom. Everything I did was to contribute to that purpose. And later I'll explain how I fell into a depression because of it - not because of being a mom but because of the mindset I had.

In today's episode, we will talk about:

• what values are and how to determine your own
• how living by other people's values can cause depression
• 4 questions to ask yourself to know what truly matters to you
• how to start living by your values

I hope you enjoy today's episode!

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