Meet the member - Amanda Hutcherson

Episode 05: "Finding Calm in Creativity: Amanda Hutcherson on Knitting, Copywriting, and Crafting a Career of Well-Being" Summary: In this episode, host Justin Saul sits down with Amanda Hutcherson, a passionate knitting and crochet coach who combines craft with wellness. From a career in midwifery to a thriving teaching business, Amanda shares how her lifelong love of knitting evolved into a full-time calling during the pandemic. They discuss the unique therapeutic benefits of knitting and crochet, from reducing anxiety to fostering social connection, and Amanda’s mission to bring these benefits to people across the UK. Topics Covered: Amanda’s journey from midwifery to knitting for wellness How the COVID-19 lockdown sparked her entrepreneurial shift The social and therapeutic aspects of knitting and crochet Overcoming self-doubt and the importance of perseverance The challenge of learning new skills as an adult and why it’s worth it Tips for building a sustainable teaching business from scratch Amanda's goals for making knitting and crochet widely accessible Notable Quotes: "For me, my goal is my success. Once I’m enabling people to feel the benefits of knitting and crochet, that’s success to me.” "Knitting and crochet physically reduce blood pressure, anxiety, and cortisol levels. They truly nurture well-being." Links Mentioned: Knitting Creative website (www.knittingcreative.com) — Amanda’s site for local classes, weekend retreats, and newsletters on upcoming programs Connect with Amanda: Explore Amanda’s classes, retreats, and more on her website at knittingcreative.com. If you’re interested in collaborating with Amanda or attending a class, reach out through her site!