Instead of using a meditation app, he picks up a crochet hook and some yarn — which actually calms him down. Knitting, crochet, and even macramé are increasingly embraced by men too, and recognized as genuinely therapeutic — not “gendered pastimes” from a bygone era. Let’s understand why Gen Z loves knitting so much right now. A quick crochet tutorial for making a sunglasses cover is an easy beginner DIY project to try: Quick Crochet Pattern. Final ThoughtGen Z didn’t just revive knitting and crochet because it’s “having a moment” online.