★ HEADCANON 01 KNIT ONE, PEARL TWO
Even though Ami spends most of her time alone, she does not have a large amount of hobbies. Many of the things she does is meant to past the time or to give her mind a break but not "too much" of a break. That being said, however, if there is one hobby of hers that she could call her favorite, it would be knitting. Many would regard such an act to be more associated with those who are more advanced in their years, but Ami finds the practice to be soothing. Once the learning curve for knitting is achieved, knitting has been known to be a destressor (it makes sense that someone who internalizes their stress would find an external outlet to bring it down). Knitting is also known to lower blood pressure & reduce heart rate.
But, the biggest benefit Ami achieves from knitting is self-esteem. Being able to produce creations that range from cup holders, to hats, to scarfs, to bedding & even little dresses for dolls & bears gives Ami a sense of achievement. This is only heightened when she gives said creations to the other senshi. Ami can't really explain in words why this is sensational to her, but a sense of warmth and accomplishment comes to her when the eyes of her friends light up when they receive something from her. It is a feeling she doesn't achieve anymore when she has the highest grades in her school anymore. The stigma that comes with those grades does not come with her creations; she is not labeled as someone who is "better" than everyone else because of her skills with her needles & yarn. That, in it self, makes knitting one of her most loved hobbies.
