Today we have a quick interview with crocheter Alicia Hollister! I always love learning about crochet and how people enjoy it.
1. When did you learn crochet?
I taught myself how to crochet in 2000 after trying knitting, which my mother did, and failing miserably at it.
2. What is the number one way that crochet helps you?
Crochet keeps my hands moving, which in turn helps my arthritis. There are only a few times the pain has been bad enough for me to stop crocheting for a while.
3. How else does crochet help you?
Besides the joints being helped with the movement, crochet helps me with my anxiety as I can focus on the craft and take my mind off other things.
4. Are there any health issues that crochet does not help with?
Sciatica and migraines
5. Where do you crochet?
I will crochet anywhere I can. Mostly it is at home on the couch while watching TV.
6. Have you taught crochet to anyone?
I have helped others learn stitches and given tips to people but I have not taught anyone from the beginning.
7. Who do you crochet with?
I usually crochet alone.
8. Who do you crochet for?
I occasionally crochet for me but mostly it is for friends and for charity.
9. What types of projects do you enjoy?
I prefer smaller projects. Sometimes I try something more difficult, sometimes with success.
10. Besides crochet, what other things do you do to heal?
I wear braces on my hands as needed. I also do yoga and meditation.
11. Finish the sentence: “The number one reason that I crochet is ….”
… the feeling of accomplishment it provides.
