WATCH THE VIDEO HERE Who knew crochet could be the it-girl hobby of 2025? Apparently, Sasha Obama did. The 22-year-old former First Daughter was recently spotted at a park in Los Angeles, casually crocheting for hours—yes, hours—all by herself. And honestly? We love this for her. Dressed in effortlessly cool LA fashion (think comfy joggers, an oversized sweater, and her signature natural curls catching the sunlight), Sasha sat quietly with her yarn and hook, fully immersed in her craft. No phone in hand. No distractions. Just pure, peaceful, old-school handiwork. If there were ever a reason to romanticize your life, this is it. It turns out Sasha picked up this cozy hobby from none other than her mother, Michelle Obama. The former First Lady has openly gushed about her love for knitting, calling it one of her most meaningful and fun pastimes. “Every time I tell people how much I love to knit, they seem so surprised!” Michelle once shared. “But it truly has become one of my most meaningful (and fun) pastimes. For me, knitting is a release. It lets my hands lead the way as my mind trails behind.” And get this—Michelle says crafting runs deep in her blood. “I am the descendant of many seamstresses. Every woman on my mom’s side of the family learned how to work a needle and thread—to sew, crochet, and knit.” Basically, Sasha is just carrying on a multigenerational tradition of making magic with yarn. During the peak of the pandemic, Michelle turned to knitting to cope with stress, writing about it in The Light We Carry. She called it the power of small—the idea that focusing on tiny, tangible tasks can help us feel more grounded. “Every small stitch builds into a bigger purpose,” she wrote. It seems Sasha took that lesson to heart. While many of us turned to baking banana bread, binge-watching Bridgerton, or adopting questionable quarantine bangs (guilty), Sasha found solace in crochet. And now, even years later, she’s still at it—stitching away in the sunshine while the rest of us scroll mindlessly on TikTok. Let’s be real—knitting and crochet used to have a grandma’s living room reputation, but these days? They’re officially back in the cool-girl rotation. From Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber rocking handmade crochet outfits to brands like JW Anderson and Acne Studios embracing the trend, it’s clear that fiber arts are having a serious moment. And honestly, Sasha Obama crocheting in a park might just be the ultimate soft life aesthetic. Picture it: the sun shining, a slight breeze, the rhythmic movement of the hook and yarn—pure, uninterrupted peace. No drama. No noise. Just vibes. If you’re looking for a new hobby (or an excuse to touch grass), crochet might be your answer. It’s stress-relieving, screen-free, and, let’s face it, incredibly satisfying. Plus, you can make your own trendy cardigans, cute tote bags, or even those little plushie frogs everyone is obsessed with. So, whether you’re inspired by Sasha’s solo crochet sesh or just looking for a way to unwind after work, maybe it’s time to give this old-school craft a modern spin. Grab some yarn, pick up a hook, and channel your inner chill-girl energy. Who knows? You might just crochet your way to inner peace. And hey, if it’s good enough for the Obamas, it’s good enough for us. Like Mother, Like Daughter
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