Illustration by Tanna Peters
Illustration by Tanna Peters
Illustration by Tanna Peters
Illustration by Tanna Peters
Illustration by Tanna Peters
Illustration by Tanna Peters
Story last updated at 1/13/2010 - 12:14 pm
Each evening as I cozy up, flick on the tube, and get to knitting, I am at peace with the world, almost. One tiny fly buzzes around my brain nagging at me to get active! And now that we've crossed into the new decade, there's no stopping it. I've always had a hard time seeing where crafting and exercise come together to make my life better, until now.
I've created a regiment of Craftercize sure to whip any crafter into shape. Just follow these six simple steps and you'll be on your way to a finely crafted body that will be the envy at all the quilt clubs. Follow along with my guided illustrations.
Author's Note: I am in no way, shape or form certified to give advice on exercise, so Craftercize at your own risk!
ARMS
The Tie-Dye Twist
Dip your dyes, and build some muscles. Twist the fabric in opposing directions for a tiring tie-dye experience.
The Bolt Press
Put some pep in your step next time your at the fabric shop and press those bolts of fabric as you bring them to the cutting counter. The more you press, the more bolts you'll be able to carry later, a win-win.
LEGS
The Knitter Sit
Hey, you were going to sit anyway, so why not do double-duty? Perform a wall sit for 10 rows of stitching and work your buns while you work your knitting.
The Sewers Lunge
Your legs will love you when you finish stitching those pants, while lunging into shape.
ABS
The Stamper Sit-Up
Tired of back pain from hours of scrapbooking? Just use the sit-up and stamp method and everything will be sore so you won't even notice your back pain anymore!
COOL-DOWN
The Embroidery Stretch
Stitch and stretch all at once by using embroidery as an opportunity for exercise. Just make sure your thread is long enough to get a good stretch in!
