Knitting is a great way to de-stress and bring out your creativity.  If you're short of things to do (and are getting enough exercise!) it's well worth it; you can make unique items for less than the cost of ready-made.  There are lots of how-to videos on YouTube.

The following of my original knitting patterns are available to download from Lovecrafts.com (some are free!)  They also sell yarn and needles so you can get the whole project started.

Winter hat and scarf Knitting pattern by Dorothy Shaw (lovecrafts.com),

Spring hat and scarf Knitting pattern by Dorothy Shaw (lovecrafts.com)

Mini car and Union Jack scarf Knitting pattern by Dorothy Shaw (lovecrafts.com),

Patch design jacket Knitting pattern by Dorothy Shaw (lovecrafts.com)

Edelweiss mittens and bonnet Knitting pattern by Dorothy Shaw (lovecrafts.com),

Knitted hair flower Knitting pattern by Dorothy Shaw (lovecrafts.com),

Flower basket shoulder bag Knitting pattern by Dorothy Shaw (lovecrafts.com),  

Flower design cap Knitting pattern by Dorothy Shaw (lovecrafts.com) and

Flower Meadow lace pattern Knitting pattern by Dorothy Shaw (lovecrafts.com)!