Break free from old patterns
Freeform crochet is an art form that allows you to express yourself in an unlimited variety of ways and at the same time sharpen your problem solving skills, gain focus, mental clarity & flow.
Many people haven't figured this out yet, but pursuing and practicing a craft like freeform crochet you can learn how to break free from traditional pattern thinking and adapt a creative innovative mindset.
Make your own rules
Freeform crochet is a way to work intuitively, and the process oftentimes involves being able to troubleshoot beforehand. With this technique you'll also learn other valuable skills like deep concentration and being able to focus on an extended period of time.
Intuitive craft
In freeform crochet, the emphasis is on the uniqueness of every project. The freeform crochet project is often a patchwork of smaller pieces or modules that you assemble to create a larger piece. Oftentimes the work is highly intuitive and experimental, and it allows you to try out new patterns and possible outcomes.
I call this modular crochet and it's a great way to create a system and try out new solutions.
Let your sketches come to life
Since freeform crochet is so open-ended and flexible, it can take many different forms, and no two freeform crochet projects are exactly the same. But with some practice you can easily start to systematize certain aspects if you want to create a piece that follows your own rules.
You can use the freeform crochet technique to create more traditional pieces like garments, blankets or shawls. But you can also use this technique to create truly magnificent, unique pieces of art.
Neurodivergent friendly
If you're neurodivergent / on the spectrum (like me!) you are going to find that freeform crochet allows you to release anxiety and helps you explore your own creative and innovative abilities. Freeform crochet helps you relax and regulate your nervous system, as everything is allowed and you don't have to achieve anything (if you don't want to).
Break free from constraints
Freeform crochet is a technique that allows you to break free from the constraints and rules with traditional patterns, and explore the limitless possibilities of the craft.
It allows you to fully engage with your own creative abilities and create art pieces that are innovative and one-of-a-kind.
You build the work as you go, and intuit the next step in the process. With a bit of practice you can create almost anything you wish.
Here's what you'll learn (course curriculum):
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1Module 1: Introduction & basics
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2Module 2: Get started with your freeform crochet project
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3Module 3: Surfaces, shapes & forms
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4Module 4: Advanced techniques & applications
Some life skills you can expect to learn from freeform crochet:
Learn a new craft & explore beyond old patterns
Freeform crochet allows you to experiment and come up with new ideas. It doesn't matter if you're a complete beginner or an advanced fiber artist.
The basics of freeform crochet take minutes to learn but it can take a lifetime to master and refine the art.
Sharpen creativity & innovative skills
Freeform crochet fosters creativity, focus, innovative thinking and many other life skills as well.
By pursuing a craft like freeform crochet you gain a set of valuable skills that you can use not just in your craft but also in business & life. And you get to create beautiful art while you're at it.
Confidence & growth mindset
By embracing the unknown in a very safe way (you can always unravel what you've created) and not being afraid to make mistakes, you will practice the iterative process and learning by doing.
Freeform crochet also helps you being comfortable making and learning from mistakes; a valuable skill to learn in other areas of life.
Sharpen your analytical & problem-solving skills
Freeform crochet isn't just about creating a beautiful piece of art.
It's a highly cognitive pursuit, and using this part of your brain sharpens your critical thinking & problem-solving skills in other life areas as well.
Flow state on demand
When you work on a freeform crochet project you can find it both cognitively demanding and truly relaxing and meditative at the same time.
With practice you're able to invoke flow state whenever you want.
Focus & clarity of mind
Freeform crochet is a calming activity and helps you relax, destress and unwind.
You can fully immerse yourself in the intuitive creative process and at the same time enjoy the meditative benefits of the craft.
