what is creative block
Creative block is something we all deal with in some aspect. I know for me it usually occurs when I am way too stressed or busy in another aspect of my life. I can also feel the effects when I have way too many projects I need to be working on at once.
I deal with my creative block in many ways depending on what is causing it. I will share three ways to get through creative block in this post.
how a creative block effects my work
Personally, when I am facing a creative block it means I can not bring myself to crochet. I may want to and have a million ideas but I can’t actually do it. My creative block does not allow me to physically create pieces. I don’t usually have a problem with the “whats next” after finishing a project.
take a break
This may be the most obvious but take a break. There is no benefit in forcing creativity and it may even sink you further into that hole. Stepping away from a project (or projects in my case) can really help you have a mental reset and will allow you to come back to the project feeling inspired with a clear mind.
Your break can be as long as you want it to be. You can leave a project for thirty minutes or for two weeks. Whichever will help you complete the project with a focused clear mind.
quality time
Another way I get through my creative block is by spending quality time with loved ones. Whether it is sitting on the couch and watching our show with my fiance or going home for the weekend to see my parents, this quality time really allows me to refocus and appreciate those around me.
By connecting with the people I love the most my whole perspective changes. This allows me to come back to my creative space with a new appreciation for the piece. This method is my favorite to use when I am struggling with a large or complicated project.
design or write patterns
This may not apply to everyone but I will explain how it could. I am a pattern designer. That is a big part of myself as an artist is I am consuming other patterns from other artists and simultaneously developing my own. When I am facing a creative block most time for me that means I have a hard time reaching for my yarn and hook. A good solution for me is to write patterns or design new patterns.
Most of the time I have a backlog of 2-3 patterns that just need to be wrote. I usually would rather crochet then write those patterns. When I am in a creative block I actually write those patterns. It helps me slowly get back into the crochet world once again without having to pick up my hook.
If you are not a pattern designer like myself, I recommend scrolling Pinterest or Etsy. By doing this you will see other people’s finished work and you may even get ideas of what your next project may be. If I am really not in the headspace to write patterns you will find me on my couch scrolling Pinterest.
will you try these methods?
Let me know if these methods work for you! You can message me on Instagram @kait.mae.crochet
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