Handwork
Handwork
Handwork has an incredible capacity to heal the mind and spirit. Through the rhythmic process of knitting stitch by stitch we allow a creative process to unfold in a harmonious way. Every project comes through a blending of colorways, patterns and stitches delighting us with their image. Our minds create new neural pathways as we learn to knit or stitch and help us to think outside the box. We learn to come back to our projects after setting them down and learn delayed gratification. Then, upon completing a project, we find our confidence rising as we stand back in awe at the abilities of our hands. Not only is skill work wonderful at building confidence, but it also lends itself to many different facets of entrepreneurism and how to be in our ever changing world. Give your child the tools they need to develop the mind willfully and with grace as we encourage the use of natural materials in our classes and lead them step by step into the wonderful world of handwork! Each class is done artfully and in the manner of a Waldorf curriculum full of fingerplays, stories and Waldorf-inspired knitting projects. 🙂 Let thy hands lead the way to health and wellness!! Our teacher, Miss Kristy is currently undergoing teacher training for Waldorf Handwork through the grades!
Knitting uses both the right and left hemispheres of the brain stimulating better
memory and increasing learning capacity. Knitting helps to increase motor skills
and sensory perception. Knitting also requires strong concentration as you work
through each row. In addition to delayed gratification, students are left with a feeling of confidence and satisfaction as they complete projects they can be proud of!