Learning a New Skill
@AnneEJ (4917)
Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, Quebec
April 15, 2016 7:58am CST
Do you knit or crochet? I can do a bit of crochet, but prefer knitting.
Last night we had a Knit & Crochet class at our church. A group of ladies gathered together, as there were some who wanted to learn these skills. We had a wide range of ages, the youngest being about six years old, and I probably was the oldest one in the group. We even had one young man.
I learned to knit when I was just a child, and so I was there to help those who needed help. I was able to get one lady started on a Sachet scarf, and she caught on quickly.
One of the girls brought the newest fad of spool knitting. She had several different sizes and some were trying these out. It reminded me of the spool knitting we did as kids, with a wooden spool and nails driven in. To me, it looks much slower than knitting on needles, but I guess it was something different to do.
All in all, it was a fun evening and everyone seemed to be happy with what they were learning.
Next month we are going to have a Painting night, as one of the ladies is a talented artist, and is going to try and teach the rest of us. I am not sure how well I will do on that.
Picture from Pixabay
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@Marilynda1225 (79772)
• United States
15 Apr 16
Having a night out for knitting/crocheting sounds like fun, I can do a little crochet but never learned knitting. It should be interesting to see what you can paint at the next meeting
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@Marilynda1225 (79772)
• United States
15 Apr 16
@AnneEJ I bet that your teacher will be able to help you paint something nice
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@AnneEJ (4917)
• Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, Quebec
15 Apr 16
@Marilynda1225 I am sure she will try anyway. She is very good
@AnneEJ (4917)
• Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, Quebec
15 Apr 16
For two or three years, I knit and sold a lot of those Sachet scarves, but they have sort of lost their popularity.
@GardenGerty (157563)
• United States
15 Apr 16
@boiboing I was going to ask about a sachet scarf as well. New term for me.
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@celticeagle (159105)
• Boise, Idaho
15 Apr 16
I learned to knit, crochet and embroidery when I was a child. Wasn't the least bit gifted at it. My daughter is the crafty one. In more ways than one.
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@celticeagle (159105)
• Boise, Idaho
15 Apr 16
@AnneEJ ....My daughter is crafty and always trying somethng new. Making candles and such.
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@sueznewz2 (10409)
• Alicante, Spain
15 Apr 16
I'm not able to do either of those things.... my mum was a very good knitter and knitted us kids some lovely cardigans and jumpers ... but alas I did not inherit any of her skills in that area..... 
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@MarymargII (12422)
• Toronto, Ontario
15 Apr 16
I always thought those that can knit or crochet are very patient and talented people- as I was always pretty bad at it. I think it makes a difference when your mother knits and influences the children into trying it.
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@AnneEJ (4917)
• Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, Quebec
16 Apr 16
@MarymargII One of the girls said she was taught by the same person who taught her how to crochet, and she held her needles and yarn as if she were crocheting. Instead of looping the yarn over the needle with her right hand, she somehow used the left needle to pick up the yarn and make the stitch. It's hard to explain but it really looked different.
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@MarymargII (12422)
• Toronto, Ontario
16 Apr 16
@AnneEJ That's news to me- as I thought all knitters pretty well do the same thing. Interesting!
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
18 Apr 16
That sounds lovely, I wish our church would do something like that. We do have a bible study coming up.
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@AnneEJ (4917)
• Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, Quebec
15 Apr 16
I enjoyed just getting together with everyone. I wasn't working on a project of my own, just trying to help others
@crazyhorseladycx (39515)
• United States
15 Apr 16
always wanted to know how to knit/'r crochet. i fear 'fter years'f tryin' 'n patient souls doin' their best to teach me, i failed 't both miserably. that's wonderful that y'all're doin' that, openin' such'p to all.
i'd not fret that paintin' class :D jest go'n have yerself a good time.
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@crazyhorseladycx (39515)
• United States
16 Apr 16
@AnneEJ lol, i'm sure that'cher gonna do jest fine. who knows, ya might jest surprise yerself :D
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@AnneEJ (4917)
• Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, Quebec
15 Apr 16
I would imagine once you get going on those looms they would work up very fast. My sister did a lot for Christmas gifts and she was trying to tell me about it. But I did not fully understand what she was talking about until I saw the looms last night.
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@annierose (19003)
• Philippines
16 Apr 16
I did those when I was in high school and college but I think lack of interest on them make it difficult for me to do it. Anyway, I admire your community. It is one way for people to be creative and productive. It can also be a source of income I guess.
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@AnneEJ (4917)
• Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, Quebec
16 Apr 16
We were talking the other night about maybe doing some knitting - mittens or whatever - that we can donate to a needy cause.
@allknowing (130064)
• India
16 Apr 16
I have never liked that had anything to do with a needle, although I have learnt to knit and have attempted to finish a thing or two. I did like tatting for sometime but gave it up.
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@AnneEJ (4917)
• Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, Quebec
16 Apr 16
I remember watching someone tatting years ago, but I have never tried it. It looks interesting and beautiful
@MarshaMusselman (38659)
• Midland, Michigan
16 Apr 16
I can knit and crochet too, but my preference is crocheting, although either one bothers my thumb joints anymore. That sounds like a fun group at church, I'd love to attend the painting class with you as that's something I've always wanted to do. Do you need to buy supplies to take with you, or will they show it and you'll purchase supplies later on?
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@DeborahDiane (40056)
• Laguna Woods, California
16 Apr 16
I love to crochet. It sounds like your church has some fun activities for women!
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@AnneEJ (4917)
• Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, Quebec
16 Apr 16
Yes, it is nice to get together. Our church has lots of activities for all ages. Next Tuesday we have a Seniors gathering at our Pastor's house for lunch and that is always great. We spend about an hour singing the old hymns and then visit and talk.
@Morleyhunt (21737)
• Canada
16 Apr 16
I think I am much more successful with needle arts (sewing, knitting and crocheting) than I would be with a paint brush.
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