"Show and Tell"...Not Just for Grade Schoolers

Welcome to the start of a new school year, a new season and a new chapter for many, including our First Tuesday-Third Wednesday Knitting & Crocheting Club.

We couldn't let children have all the fun, now could we?  At our Third Wednesday session, held in September only on Monday, 9/14 -- we incorporated a twenty minute Show and Tell at the start of our two-hour session.   It's a good thing we added 30 minutes to our crafting fun.  We now meet from 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m., monthly on the first Tuesday and Third Wednesday, and the reason for our catchy name. 
(Above - dhgate.com)

 (Karen's Socks)

 (Craftsy,com)

Well actually, most of the knit/crochet eye-candy you'll enjoy in today's post were modeled before we made the Show and Tell official.

Of course, we ran over our guesstimated time -- but we still crafted away as we rattled off questions and examined everyone's masterpiece with an inquisitive and appreciative eye. 

 Yes, the reviews are out for our debut Show and Tell.  It was a great opening night, and we look forward to many more.

And Away We Go!

With Autumn now upon us, we're picking up the pace with our pre-holiday projects.  
Before you know it, we'll begin to nest as we watch the leaves and temperatures drop from inside our safe cocoon we call home.
(Above - digsdigs.com)

 (Karen's Top Knitted)

Changing leaves and cooler temperatures not only represent knitters'/crocheters' delight, but also announce that it's time for the New York State Sheep and Wool Festival in Rhinebeck, New York on Saturday, October 18, 2014.  This festival bus trip is sponsored by The Tangled Web, Philadelphia's source for knitting, needlepoint and more… located at 7709 Germantown Avenue in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia.

Our festival-bound bus departs promptly from The Tangled Web at 6:45 a.m. and departs the festival at 4:00 p.m. Click on either link above for bus trip info. and to save your seat.  Click here for the New York State Sheep and Wool Festival's website.

Here's a sneak peek of the festival's fun. 

 (Fairgrounds)

 (Vendor Hooking)

(Vendor's Booth)

                (Smiling Sheep)

Look at that smile, he's telling you to come and join the fun.

  

Speaking of fun ...Oh yeah, We're Been Busy!

 Julia's Bracelet

(Above-Karen's modeling                                     (Above right-Iman's shawl)
her top-knitted sweater.)        

 (Iman's Shawl)

No way did the dog days of summer stop our First Tuesday-Third Wednesday Knitting & Crocheting Club from knitting poolside at beach destinations, crocheting at picnic tables during family reunions, and doing both at historical landmarks overseas.  Our prized possessions -- a crochet hook, a pair of needles and our trusty yarn didn't stray far from our carry-on luggage, picnic baskets and beach bags.  

I Owe You
In upcoming posts, we'll highlight our members, the yarn, stitches, patterns and stories behind their work.  

Cyber-crafters, you won't be left out either, feel free to hit the comment button and share your stories until your heart's content.

But for now, I'm happy to entice you with our members' lovely projects, as I don my Sherlock Holmes hat and give you more info. in a bit. 

First Tuesday-Third Wednesday's Knitting & Crocheting Club  at Glenside Library and Elkins Park Library --

6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.

Join Us for Our Second Chat & Chew

We're excited to announce our 2nd Chat & Chew, celebrating our October -- one year anniversary.  That's right, we started the first Tuesday in October, 2013.  Join us as for lunch as we chat, chew, knit/crochet at Da Bistro on Saturday, November 1, from 11:30 to 2:30 p.m.  Check out the Menu.  And don't forget to bring your crochet hooks and knitting needles.

Put on Your Thinking Cap

Besides the Chat & Chew, do you have any additional ideas on how we can celebrate this momentous occasion?  This inquiring mind wants to know.

Compassion Afghan

Our 10x10 knit/crochet blocks are coming along nicely, thanks to all of you.  There's still time to get yours in.  We'll construct them together in November, and present the afghan in December to a dialysis patient.
 

A Little Library Birdie Told Me...

There will be a craft swap in October at Glenside Library.  I'll give you the details when I get them.

(Toni's Socks)

A Sock Workshop
Just in time for Your Holiday 
Gift-Giving...

We're planning a sock workshop conducted by our own Toni on an upcoming Saturday morning at either Glenside or Elkins Park Library.  I'll let you know when we firm up a date and time.

Yarn Bombing at Elkins Park Library?

All systems are a go!  Do you have knitted/crocheted scraps from unfinished projects?  We can use them for our yarn bombing.  Let me know if you'd like to participate in a small yarn bomb project to let visitors know, there's a fun knitting/crocheting club at their favorite hangout. 

(Entrelac Tree)

Children's Hat/Headband Project

We're also in the early stages of planning a hat/headband project for girls and boys, battling illnesses.

Introducing... Navaho Ply Knitting in 

Knit Purl Magazine 

 Knit-Purl Magazine

In this issue, we explore striking knit-purl combinations, big gauges, bold color work, tailored sweaters, cool accessories, and more!

Michelle Hunter introduces us to "Navajo ply knitting," an innovative technique that allows for quick changes between single and triple-strand knitting.  And then we step into the world of New York Fashion Week with the work of a budding knitwear designer. Handknit designer John Brinegar brings us two exclusive designs and talks to us about his work, life, and favorite yarns.

Happy New Year!

What was that?  Okay, I guess I'm rushing things.  I hear you… can we enjoy fall first?  I can't help it, I already have 2015 on the brain.  

Would you like a knitwear or crochet-wear designer to stop by and talk to our humble group?  We'll pull our connections together and see if we can make this happen.

Well, that's all for now.  Happy crafting!