Malaysian male fitness instructor finds crotcheting therapeutic and a vital skill during the pandemic

Lim’s crochet doily dream catcher, which features intricate details. Photos: Izach Lim

Posting his crochet pieces on Instagram is fitness instructor Izach Lim’s unique way of marking his lockdown days during the movement control order (MCO). Grounded at home and unable to work, he picked up a crochet needle and started his crafting journey.

Calling himself The.CrochetGuy, Lim posted his first mini round doily five days into the MCO, announcing that he has decided to learn to crochet from his mother who was an enthusiast for over 30 years.