JOMO Knits: 21 Projects to Celebrate the Joy of Missing Out

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Are you tired of "doing" all the time Feeling frantic, frazzled and full of FOMO (fear of missing out) Then it's time to slow down, disconnect from your screens, put your feet up and enjoy some JOMO (JOY of missing out). . This inspirational book of 21 gorgeous knitting projects also includes insights into how to use knitting to unwind from the relentless demands of our over-stimulated and digitalised lives and rediscover how to connect with ourselves, and those around us, in a more meaningful way. . Included are special sections exploring the link between knitting and JOMO, along with humorous observations and lists. AUTHOR: Christine Boggis is a mum, a journalist, and a knitter. After struggling with FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) in her late teens and twenties, Christine has embraced the joy of missing out and now loves nothing better than a night at home alone in front of Netflix, always with her knitting, a peppermint tea and ideally some dark chocolate. Christine lives in Brighton, UK. SELLING POINTS: . Discusses the different aspects of JOMO: knitting reads, knitting and mindfulness and knitting for a cause . Perfect for those wanting to disconnect from their screens . 21 gorgeous step-by-step projects that embrace the joy of missing out

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Profusely illustrated throughout, exceptionally well organized and presented, "JOMO Knits" will prove to be an especially valued and appreciated addition to personal, professional, and community library Needlecraft & Knitting instructional reference collections."

"This is a very modern knitting book filled with projects that are truly wonderful... an amazing book and would recommend it to every knitting fan, whether you are a new knitter or an old hand."

This book is all about being at home and being content with the idea that anything you are missing out on isn't as good as what you're doing now. There's something for everyone to knit and relax, whether you're a beginner or advanced knitter."

Author Bio

Christine Boggis is the editor of Knitting magazineand author of JOMO Knits: 21 Projects to Celebrate the Joy of Missing Out. She worked as a journalist in Sussex, Vienna and London before joining Knitting, where she writes about knitting all day long then rushes home to spend the evening... knitting. When she's not knitting, Christine reads and occasionally dabbles in cooking, sewing, quilting, upcycling, running and Zumba. Christine lives in Brighton, in the south of England.