July 1, 2025
Knitting for Connection: Creativity, Parenting & Mental Health with Julie of Brooknit Bonneterie
In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski chats with Julie Lagaüzère, founder of Brooknit Bonneterie, a Brooklyn-based brand blending French elegance with American practicality—one knitting kit at a time.Julie shares her powerful journey from the corporate world to creative entrepreneurship, and how knitting became a tool for self-care, emotional growth, and community connection. We explore how crafting supports mental health, why knitting is uniquely portable and accessible, and how it creates timeless bonds across generations.Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or simply craft-curious, this conversation will inspire you to slow down, get creative, and reconnect—with yourself and others.💡 Episode Highlights:
- Why knitting is the most portable (and underrated) craft
- How crafting boosts emotional resilience in moms and kids
- Julie’s approach to parenting without perfection
- The connection between creativity and mental wellness
- How Brooknit Bonneterie is redefining modern crafting culture
📲 Instagram: @brooknitbonneterie
🧶 Patterns: Ravelry Page
🎥 Tutorials: YouTube Channel
🔗 All links: Linktree
💼 Julie on LinkedIn: Julie Lagaüzère🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts—and be sure to follow @therunningwinemom_ on Instagram for more mindful motherhood content.Would you like a carousel graphic or IG story text to promote this episode visually?