Hooks & Needles - New Craft Group

[DianeM]

I'm trying to form a new craft group for both beginners and anyone else who wants to share their knowledge of crocheting, knitting, cross stitch, needlepoint, etc - hence the name Hooks & Needles.

The group appears in the survey for this week and will next week as well. If you are interested in learning or sharing, please let me know and I will add you to the growing list of folks who want to play. I'm hoping to have this group located south of 466A and meet on Tuesday mornings.

Don't be shy if you are a beginner as everyone starts somewhere. If you're more skilled, perhaps you would be willing to help pass on your knowledge. Please let me know if you are interested.

thanks - Diane

[kittygilchrist]

Diane, I saw the survey in rec news. I have an infrequent guest who crochets the greatest afghans and scarves...I'm sure she'd like to visit your club when she comes here. I'm not a hooker, but I love the name!
Kitty

[DianeM]

Diane, I saw the survey in rec news. I have an infrequent guest who crochets the greatest afghans and scarves...I'm sure she'd like to visit your club when she comes here. I'm not a hooker, but I love the name!
Kitty

The more the merrier. She'd certainly be welcome.

[kittygilchrist]

Here's what my friend crocheted as a housewarming gift...

[sharonga]

I am a medium worker of crochet and knitting. I only know how to make blankets, scarves and shawls. I would like to join your group.
Sharon Small
Sanibel

[njbchbum]

DianeM - am a snowbird who has but 6 wks remaining in my nest here - please keep me posted by p.m. re your group - i'd love to teach beginner, intermediate and advanced projects with you all come next winter - my specialty is crocheting Irish patterned Aran Isle afghans for babies and adults - also have awesome pattern for lapghans that are a great donation project for nursing homes - same lapghan also works as a great little throw for golf carts on a cold day!

Will still be here til the end of April if anyone is interested in learning while I am still here.

[Grannygail]

Beginner here... But would love the company! Count me in!

Gail Burns (Sabal Chase)
Grannygail@aol.com

[DianeM]

Here's what my friend crocheted as a housewarming gift...

That is stunning. Would love to make something like that

[DianeM]

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[DianeM]

I am a medium worker of crochet and knitting. I only know how to make blankets, scarves and shawls. I would like to join your group.
Sharon Small
Sanibel

Sharon I'd love to have you join us. More info will come soon.

[DianeM]

DianeM - am a snowbird who has but 6 wks remaining in my nest here - please keep me posted by p.m. re your group - i'd love to teach beginner, intermediate and advanced projects with you all come next winter - my specialty is crocheting Irish patterned Aran Isle afghans for babies and adults - also have awesome pattern for lapghans that are a great donation project for nursing homes - same lapghan also works as a great little throw for golf carts on a cold day!

Will still be here til the end of April if anyone is interested in learning while I am still here.

Your offer is exactly what I'm looking for. Sharing knowledge is what it's all about.

[DianeM]

Beginner here... But would love the company! Count me in!

Gail Burns (Sabal Chase)
Grannygail@aol.com

Fabulous. I'll keep you updated as to where and when if program is approved (and I think it will be) .
T

[Buckeyephan]

Would love to be part of your new group. I've been knitting since high school and always have several projects going. I've done everything from sweaters to socks.

[Coconuts]

I would be happy to find a newly forming craft group to join. Please keep me in mind when the group starts. It would be great if you could let me know as I sometimes miss things in the paper. There's SO MUCH to look through!

[K.C.Boyd]

I would like to join your group if there is still room, am a basic knitter and would be fun to learn more. Thanks, Kathy

[Happy Snowbird]

I may be interested depending on the time. I am a snowbird Oct thru April.

[K.C.Boyd]

Thought I had already posted a reply but still would like to join your group. Am a basic knitter. Thanks Kathy

[DianeM]

Would love to be part of your new group. I've been knitting since high school and always have several projects going. I've done everything from sweaters to socks.

Would absolutely love to have you join us. I'll keep you posted as I hear more

[DianeM]

I would be happy to find a newly forming craft group to join. Please keep me in mind when the group starts. It would be great if you could let me know as I sometimes miss things in the paper. There's SO MUCH to look through!

No worries. I'm making a list of those interested.

[DianeM]

I would like to join your group if there is still room, am a basic knitter and would be fun to learn more. Thanks, Kathy

I'd love to have you. I'm pretty basic as well and I'm hoping we'll get someone more skilled. I'll add you to my list.

[DianeM]

I may be interested depending on the time. I am a snowbird Oct thru April.

You'd be welcome whenever you can join us

[kittygilchrist]

Diane, I'm interested in knowing how the group develops....keep me in the loop. Not sure how motivated I am, but it could be a useful hobby.

[marianne237]

Diane, if you accept beginner crochet, I'd be interested. Really would like to learn.

[LuAnn B]

Hi Diane M.

I also crochet and would like to get info and come to your group.

LuAnn

[DianeM]

Diane, I'm interested in knowing how the group develops....keep me in the loop. Not sure how motivated I am, but it could be a useful hobby.

Will do Kitty.

[DianeM]

Diane, if you accept beginner crochet, I'd be interested. Really would like to learn.

I'd love to help you. I'll keep you in the loop.

[DianeM]

Hi Diane M.

I also crochet and would like to get info and come to your group.

LuAnn

Love to have you come play. I'll keep you on my list and let you know the outcome.

[Brencpa]

I have lots of counted cross stitch kits to do up. I would be interested if anyone else is into cross stitch. I also am only here November-April though. I live South of 466A so if can get there easily by golf cart and not on a Tuesday I would be interested.

[SMills]

Diane - I am in the process of selling my home and moving to TV. I have been doing needlework I think for about as long as I have been alive. You name it, I have probably done it, hucking, crochet, knitting, macram�, embroidery I love being creative with my hands. I know I will be buying south of 466A and would love to bring my knitting stash and join your group. I'll keep an eye out for your meetings and join in as soon as possible. I am so happy you are getting this group together, it was one of my top priorities. Good luck, it looks like you are getting a good response

[DianeM]

I have lots of counted cross stitch kits to do up. I would be interested if anyone else is into cross stitch. I also am only here November-April though. I live South of 466A so if can get there easily by golf cart and not on a Tuesday I would be interested.

Counted Cross Stitch is awesome and certainly fits into "Hooks & Needles". I do plan for us to meet at a Rec Center south of 466A but which one is subject to availability. I am, however, probably going to have us meet on Tuesday mornings but, again, that is subject to availability.

[DianeM]

Diane - I am in the process of selling my home and moving to TV. I have been doing needlework I think for about as long as I have been alive. You name it, I have probably done it, hucking, crochet, knitting, macram�, embroidery I love being creative with my hands. I know I will be buying south of 466A and would love to bring my knitting stash and join your group. I'll keep an eye out for your meetings and join in as soon as possible. I am so happy you are getting this group together, it was one of my top priorities. Good luck, it looks like you are getting a good response

You sound like me - tried just about all creative endeavors. I am planning on us meeting south of 466A and yes, please do bring your stash. I had to pack mine to move as well - LOL. I will let you know where and when which is subject to availability.

[KathieI]

Hi, count me in. I've dabbled in knitting and crocheting for years, never quite mastered it. I have been doing needlepoint for many years, but alas, never complete a project.

I'd like to join in also, but can't promise my availability until after my house sell in Hadley. I don't care what day of the week the meet is or where it is, but not tooooo early??? Pleaseee!!

Thanks for organizing this,,, sounds like a great plan.

[scrapple]

I'd love to be a part of this as well, but would have to be in the evening...any chance of that?

[mimisw]

Beginner here and would love to be part of your group. Please count me in after May 8th.

[DianeM]

Hi, count me in. I've dabbled in knitting and crocheting for years, never quite mastered it. I have been doing needlepoint for many years, but alas, never complete a project.

I'd like to join in also, but can't promise my availability until after my house sell in Hadley. I don't care what day of the week the meet is or where it is, but not tooooo early??? Pleaseee!!

Thanks for organizing this,,, sounds like a great plan.

Love to have you Kathi. I'm thinking of 10ish. Any idea which Village after your house sale?

[DianeM]

I'd love to be a part of this as well, but would have to be in the evening...any chance of that?

I'm so sorry but for now I'm thinking during the day. I'd love for you to play though.

[DianeM]

Beginner here and would love to be part of your group. Please count me in after May 8th.

I'd love for you to join us. I'll keep you in the loop for sure.

[Shirleevee]

I'm trying to form a new craft group for both beginners and anyone else who wants to share their knowledge of crocheting, knitting, cross stitch, needlepoint, etc - hence the name Hooks & Needles.

The group appears in the survey for this week and will next week as well. If you are interested in learning or sharing, please let me know and I will add you to the growing list of folks who want to play. I'm hoping to have this group located south of 466A and meet on Tuesday mornings.

Don't be shy if you are a beginner as everyone starts somewhere. If you're more skilled, perhaps you would be willing to help pass on your knowledge. Please let me know if you are interested.

thanks - Diane

I'm in.....crocheting for me. Ms Kathi I I'll give you a refresher course.

[DianeM]

I'm in.....crocheting for me. Ms Kathi I I'll give you a refresher course.

Welcome aboard Shirleevee. I'll keep you posted as more details are available.

[rosygail]

Diane, I think we met at happy stitchers. You gave me your scrap yarn for my hexagon pillow quilt!
I would love to be in your new group! We will be full time in TV a of 4-2-14! Just a few more days!

[TidalWalkers]

I am trying to refresh my knitting skills and have lots of projects ready to do...but would love some company or helpful hints...especially when it comes to circular needle knitting. Keep me advised when you decide to have the club. I am in Pinellas. thanks for getting this organized. ...PM me and let me know when and where. Sally

[DianeM]

Diane, I think we met at happy stitchers. You gave me your scrap yarn for my hexagon pillow quilt!
I would love to be in your new group! We will be full time in TV a of 4-2-14! Just a few more days!

Yes Gail that was me. I'll add you to my list and keep you in the loop on where and when. Wow you'll be here next week. Congratulations.

[DianeM]

I am trying to refresh my knitting skills and have lots of projects ready to do...but would love some company or helpful hints...especially when it comes to circular needle knitting. Keep me advised when you decide to have the club. I am in Pinellas. thanks for getting this organized. ...PM me and let me know when and where. Sally

I'll add you to my list Sally and let you know where and when

[babs1199]

Would love to join, I know a little but need to learn more. Please add me to your list.
Thanks

[quietBern]

Don't know if I'm the type of person you were looking to add to your new group, I know very little, my sister taught me to crochet a scarf last year, but even now I have forgotten how to get started. Would love to join the group to learn more and meet new people.

[DianeM]

Would love to join, I know a little but need to learn more. Please add me to your list.
Thanks

Love to have you. The more the merrier

[DianeM]

Don't know if I'm the type of person you were looking to add to your new group, I know very little, my sister taught me to crochet a scarf last year, but even now I have forgotten how to get started. Would love to join the group to learn more and meet new people.

You are more than welcome. We'll all share our knowledge and have fun at the same time

[DianeM]

I'm pleased to say that this group has been approved as a club of The Villages. We will be meeting on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at Big Cypress in Pinellas from 10 to 12. Our first meeting will be April 15th. Looking forward to meeting you all and learning from each other. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.