JoyfulGrrl Posted February 28, 2005 Share Posted February 28, 2005 Hi! Am new to the Forum but really enjoying being a part of it - it's like having loads more friendly, knowledgeable neighbours to call on! Anyway. A disturbing thing happened to me this year - I started knitting, and I'm only 32. Now, recently, my relationship has ended - CAN THIS BE A CO-INCIDENCE?!?! So of course, I'm doing the sensible thing:- A) running back to Meersbrook as fast as I can!! (I moved for the partner. Big mistake.) B) thinking of starting a knitting group - Stitch 'n' Bitch as they say in Manhatten - for groovy people in their 20s,30s,40s - hey, 90s if you're up for it! - to show once and for all that knitting is not a sign of middle-aged drabness but a fabulous, soul-nurturing, fun way to bond! So I was wondering - would you be interested in being part of such a group? I was thinking we could meet once a week at my house - we could alternate homes once we get going - and have projects, snacks, music and much gossip. Then, the beginners could learn from the experienced and we'd all end up with a bunch of new friends and maybe, eventually, some dodgy-looking hats! If you think you might be interested, please reply. Maybe we could have a meeting in a pub (neutral ground) to begin with, and then take it from there!! Joy xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kristian Posted February 28, 2005 Share Posted February 28, 2005 I'm glad you're enjoying the forum - Welcome I don't think knitting is my bag though; I'd never be able to cast-on with a drink in my hand! K x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoyfulGrrl Posted February 28, 2005 Author Share Posted February 28, 2005 Fair enough Kristian - though I'm sure if I found some of those bendy straws . . . thanks for the welcome! Joy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kristian Posted March 1, 2005 Share Posted March 1, 2005 Originally posted by JoyfulGrrl Fair enough Kristian - though I'm sure if I found some of those bendy straws . . . thanks for the welcome! Joy You ought to go along to one of the forum meets; apparrently they're very friendly affairs! K x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grissom Posted March 1, 2005 Share Posted March 1, 2005 Hi You may like to have a peek at this site : http://knitting.meetup.com/650/ seems like there are 8 people in the Sheffield Knitterati and they are having a meet on 18 March http://knitting.meetup.com/650/events/?eventId=4310313&action=detail And judging by this photo http://knitting.meetup.com/650/photos/31489/97802/ they arent all old ! This photo is best - eat cake and learn to knit for free ! http://knitting.meetup.com/650/photos/31489/97794/ Its amazing what u can find on the net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grissom Posted March 1, 2005 Share Posted March 1, 2005 Oh by the way - u mentioned funny looking hats - look at this pic ! http://knitting.meetup.com/650/photos/31489/97795/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoyfulGrrl Posted March 1, 2005 Author Share Posted March 1, 2005 Woo hoooo!! Thanks a lot, rtapper! They don't look too scary, and I'll go to anything if cake is involved . . . god bless the net . . . Does anyone want to come with me?! I'm a total beginner - I've just had a couple of masterclasses from my mum . . . j xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoyfulGrrl Posted March 1, 2005 Author Share Posted March 1, 2005 OK, well that *hat* is scary . . . !!! JfG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bodkin Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Knitting is going underground, and its getting funky. Would be great to get a group together to share innovative ideas and reclaim this past-time from the older dears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chowds Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Hello Joyfulgirl! Just a quick post in support of your idea! Knitting group sounds a fun idea. Yet I wonder if this is a cake group in disguise with some knitting thrown in?! Either way, happy knitting and eating! P.s. Can you knit mittens? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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