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

🧵 Connect with Julie & Brooknit Bonneterie:

🌐 Website: brooknit-bonneterie.com
📲 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.

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