Craft Without Pain

Craft longer, stronger, and smarter — this pocket-sized guide is your essential toolkit for pain-free making.

Whether you're knitting, crocheting, spinning, dyeing, or weaving, crafting can take a toll on the body, this practical guide offers targeted advice to understanding the physical strains of crafting and how to prevent them — so you can keep doing what you love without discomfort or injury.

Inside, you'll find clear explanations of common crafting-related injuries like tendonitis, carpal tunnel, and repetitive strain injury, plus practical strategies to avoid them. The book includes warm-ups and stretches to do before, during, and after your sessions, posture tips, guidance on tool and material choices, and strengthening exercises that build long-term resilience.

Compact enough to keep in your project bag, this book is designed to support every maker’s wellness — whether you're working on your first sweater or spinning your hundredth skein.

• Expert advice on preventing pain from repetitive crafting movements

• Stretching and strengthening routines tailored for crafters

• Tips for posture, tool ergonomics, and sustainable crafting habits

• A compact, carry-anywhere reference for healthier making

Craft with confidence — protect your body and enjoy your hobbies for years to come.

About Andrea Lui

Andrea’s expertise comes from her background as a physical therapist. She completed her undergraduate degree at Wellesley College, and obtained her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from MGH Institute of Health Professions. She is a board certified clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy (OCS), and is skilled in treating a variety of patients with acute and chronic pain. She is also a NASM-certified personal trainer. Andrea is passionate about patient education and empowering her patients to help themselves.

She began noticing that there were very little resources available to knitters, crocheters, and crafters alike on how to take care of their bodies. She was inspired to put out short videos with information on stretches, strengthening exercises, and information on how to care for your body.

This is preorder, the book will ship on 6/19