Any Crocheters?

[FancyBelle]

But I'm not a senior. Actually, that's a great idea. Would you please check since you sound like you know what you are doing?

I am not a Sr either! Sure I'll check around. Want it centrally located, like in Leonardtown or 1 wk up North, 1 wk down Sou and 1 wk in Ltown? What time is good for every body?

 

[migtig]

I am not a Sr either! Sure I'll check around. Want it centrally located, like in Leonardtown or 1 wk up North, 1 wk down Sou and 1 wk in Ltown? What time is good for every body?

I think a central location would be easier for a reoccuring schedule, otherwise we could go back to the idea of taking turns hosting it, rather than trying to coordinate somewhere new each time. I'm in Ridge. But I'd drive to L-town no problem. My opinion.

Time for me would be after work or maybe even a weekend day. Especially if it was only once a month or every two weeks or so.

 

[FancyBelle]

OK, I think we should start with at least 5-6 people. If you knit or crochet or want to learn, contact me via email or PM and I'll see if I can get the Sr Center in Ltown every other week. Let me know what time is good and what nite. (Hit Staples Button) That was EASY.

 

[Aninha]

Woo Hooo!!!

OK, I think we should start with at least 5-6 people. If you knit or crochet or want to learn, contact me via email or PM and I'll see if I can get the Sr Center in Ltown every other week. Let me know what time is good and what nite. (Hit Staples Button) That was EASY.

Ok, I'm super excited about this.
I guess it's a better way to get it started, meeting somewhere. But I would be up for hosting if it becomes a 'taking turns' thing.
As far as schedule, I guess that anytime after 4 during the week and anytime in the weekend works. I stay at home, but don't drive, so i have to have my hubby take me ...
I live in Lexington Park.

Oh, I do have a good friend that would love to be part of a crochet group, so that's one more! I will talk to her today and confirm it shortly.

Thank you!

 

[sanchezf]

Just a thought, but for us that have never done it or are just learning and want to be part of this meeting.
'Would one of you make us a small list of things we should go buy, to get started.

TIA

 

[luvscats]

The Calvert County Sr Centers have knitting and crochet groups but they meet during the day, not in the evening or on weekends.

If y'all form a group I'd love to participate! I can single crochet and braid. I've made one afghan and a couple of rag rugs in crochet. I've made two simple rugs from braiding. I'm still a newbie.

There's a weaving store down around Leonardtown and I think she teaches knittng but I'm not sure about that. It's fun just to learn from friends and relatives tho.

 

[luvscats]

Oh, I love to crochet! I just wish I was a little better at it. I've been trying to make a stuffed rabbit, but only succeeded in the head and body. I keep trying to follow the instructions for the arms and legs, but they keep getting smaller around before they should. I've tried to make my own pattern for them, but gave up a few weeks ago. I need to give it another go. I know I must be reading something wrong.)

I've never made a rabbit but I know some ladies who make rabbits, alligators, clowns. Would you be interested in meeting up with them or one of them to get some guidance?

 

[migtig]

Just a thought, but for us that have never done it or are just learning and want to be part of this meeting.
'Would one of you make us a small list of things we should go buy, to get started.

TIA

My input:
For knitting
Size 11 or 13 knitting needles

For crocheting:
A size G or H hook

The reason I choose those sizes as they are fairly comfortable in most hands and make loops big enough to see what you are doing. As well as they have the easiest "beginner" projects - baby blankets, scarfs, pot holders.

If somebody else has some input that would be great as well.

You also need for either:
scissors and yarn

For beginners I suggest you pick an easy yarn, not the eyelash or fringey kind as that can be difficult to "see what you are doing" or if you have dropped a stitch.
Something like the Red Heart Classic
RedHeart.com : Our Yarns
In a color you like.

For a smaller project or practicing - just one to two skeins should be enough.

Now if you get further involved with crocheting you'll need some large eye blunt needles and some dental floss. Really. And more sizes of crochet hooks and maybe some stuffing and some ribbons and gosh darn it, the skies the limit.

 

[migtig]

I've never made a rabbit but I know some ladies who make rabbits, alligators, clowns. Would you be interested in meeting up with them or one of them to get some guidance?

I didn't see her post previously, but my thought is Lucky - post your directions and maybe someone can walk you through the part you are having a problem with.

 

[migtig]

Ok, I'm super excited about this.
I guess it's a better way to get it started, meeting somewhere. But I would be up for hosting if it becomes a 'taking turns' thing.
As far as schedule, I guess that anytime after 4 during the week and anytime in the weekend works. I stay at home, but don't drive, so i have to have my hubby take me ...
I live in Lexington Park.

Oh, I do have a good friend that would love to be part of a crochet group, so that's one more! I will talk to her today and confirm it shortly.

Thank you!

I could also swing by and pick you up and drop you off if I am coming from Ridge to Leonardtown.

 

[my-thyme]

Sounds great to me! Count me in, I'm also south of LP city, but would drive for a sit in.

I really like the thread crochet, doilies and Barbie clothes, but also make hats and scarves with bulky yarns.

 

[migtig]

Sounds great to me! Count me in, I'm also south of LP city, but would drive for a sit in.

I really like the thread crochet, doilies and Barbie clothes, but also make hats and scarves with bulky yarns.

I get annoyed making snowflakes. I'll trade you some lace work for a blanket.

 

[libertytyranny]

I want to get past potholder and get to a blanket, I would love to come too! My friends already make fun of me because I am a cat lady already, and im only in my early twenties..now I can be a crocheting cat lady..I just need a rocker ..lol

 

[Aninha]

I get annoyed making snowflakes. I'll trade you some lace work for a blanket.

OK, so I'm gonna show off now...

http://images.orkut.com/orkut/photos/OgAAACN8L6rl0Z7npvmX0QP1zRWsDBLvs5mhq8R7OVGGr7dVYlEMW8k2s3cGiRmOY1ugv6Ys6a72Vl82QFa3ZlZzQogAm1T1UEzYkb3-HrCMDxtr7I8h43oit_bC.jpg

I made this for my MIL. It took me about 3 years, but I would stop working on it every now and then ... Just leave it on the side waiting for me...
But I do love this project. I loved making it and I love how it looks. She uses it for special occasions.

 

[Aninha]

I want to get past potholder and get to a blanket, I would love to come too! My friends already make fun of me because I am a cat lady already, and im only in my early twenties..now I can be a crocheting cat lady..I just need a rocker ..lol

I love crocheting with my kitty laying next to me!
I know, I'm only missing the rocker too at this point and I'm 30!
My grandma taught me to crochet when I was about 6 years old, and I never stopped. Made a few things when I was teenager, even! Went to school with my little crochet bag, got picked on, but didn't care. I just love it!

By the way, if you can make a potholder, you can make a blanket!
You can even put all your potholders together and make a blanket!

 

[leonardtowngal]

Location

I am in...I live in St. Mary's County in the NW part of the county. We may even be able to get a small church hall or AL room to go to so it's the same all the time. I can check with the County Offices. Maybe the Sr Centers would welcome us in and the Senior Citizens could help teach or even learn from us!

I manage a senior apt. complex in Leonardtown...we have a community room that you could meet in. My residents would love it...some knit and crochet and could possibly give you "pointers" too! The only day that would be out is Thursday.

 

[Cowgirl]

OK, so I'm gonna show off now...

http://images.orkut.com/orkut/photos/OgAAACN8L6rl0Z7npvmX0QP1zRWsDBLvs5mhq8R7OVGGr7dVYlEMW8k2s3cGiRmOY1ugv6Ys6a72Vl82QFa3ZlZzQogAm1T1UEzYkb3-HrCMDxtr7I8h43oit_bC.jpg

I made this for my MIL. It took me about 3 years, but I would stop working on it every now and then ... Just leave it on the side waiting for me...
But I do love this project. I loved making it and I love how it looks. She uses it for special occasions.

Great job!

 

[belvak]

OK, so I'm gonna show off now...

http://images.orkut.com/orkut/photos/OgAAACN8L6rl0Z7npvmX0QP1zRWsDBLvs5mhq8R7OVGGr7dVYlEMW8k2s3cGiRmOY1ugv6Ys6a72Vl82QFa3ZlZzQogAm1T1UEzYkb3-HrCMDxtr7I8h43oit_bC.jpg

I made this for my MIL. It took me about 3 years, but I would stop working on it every now and then ... Just leave it on the side waiting for me...
But I do love this project. I loved making it and I love how it looks. She uses it for special occasions.

That is gorgeous! I have done some other stuff, but usually stick with afghans. I love making them and have been doing them since I was in 7th grade! I'm 49 now, and still crocheting. I don't do it as much though since I had to have nerve repair surgery in my hand. It slows you down a bit. I am going to start a baby afghan for my cousin's daughter this weekend.

 

[luvscats]

OK, so I'm gonna show off now...

http://images.orkut.com/orkut/photos/OgAAACN8L6rl0Z7npvmX0QP1zRWsDBLvs5mhq8R7OVGGr7dVYlEMW8k2s3cGiRmOY1ugv6Ys6a72Vl82QFa3ZlZzQogAm1T1UEzYkb3-HrCMDxtr7I8h43oit_bC.jpg

I made this for my MIL. It took me about 3 years, but I would stop working on it every now and then ... Just leave it on the side waiting for me...
But I do love this project. I loved making it and I love how it looks. She uses it for special occasions.

that is absolutely stunning. and what a wonderful item to be passed down thru the family. You are definitely talented.

 

[my-thyme]

OK, so I'm gonna show off now...



I made this for my MIL. It took me about 3 years, but I would stop working on it every now and then ... Just leave it on the side waiting for me...
But I do love this project. I loved making it and I love how it looks. She uses it for special occasions.

Beautiful! Someday...