#crochet groups

Welcome to my collection of knowledge on the online knitting and crochet community! If you’ve recently learned how to knit or crochet, or even if you’ve been knitting for years, you might be wondering how to meet other yarn enthusiasts or find patterns online. Look no further for all the information (mostly links to Ravelry groups) you need to get started in the online world of fiber art!

The Star of the Show:

Ravelry.com ~ Really the one essential online tool for knitting/crochet. It’s basically Facebook for knitters and crocheters, only way, way better. This’ll be your one-stop shop for patterns, keeping track of your own projects, and connecting with other crafters across the globe. A lot of the other links in this post will be on this website, so you’ll need an account.

 KALs:

KALs (Knit-A-Longs) and their crochet counterparts, CALs, are when a group of people decide to make the same project at the same time and track their progress together. They’re great for meeting new people, getting motivation to learn a new technique, or asking questions to people who are already familiar with the pattern you’re working on.

Sock Knitters ~ What it sounds like: they knit socks. They also always have some sort of KAL going on.

KAL Fanatics ~ A giant forum listing currently happening KALs, CALs, MKALs (Mystery Knit-A-Longs), and MCALs

Beginner’s Knit-Along ~ Knit-A-Longs especially for beginners. The KALs never close, so there’s no deadline pressure!

12 Months of Christmas 2017 ~ Planning on knitting or crocheting gifts for friends and family for the holidays? Join over 700 people trying to do the same thing

 Competitive Groups:

Maybe you’re more competitive than cooperative. Lucky for you, there are a few great options for you to show off your skills and maybe even earn prizes while you’re at it.

Harry Potter Knitting and Crochet House Cup ~ An ongoing competition, and it’s Harry Potter themed! ‘Nuff said.

Tour de Sock ~ This competition happens every summer. It’s a knitting frenzy of socks being made while raising money for charity. It also has a Ravelry group so you can track your progress and discuss with other sock knitters.

NaKniSweMo ~ You’ve heard of NaNoWriMo, the novel-writing challenge that comes around every November, now get ready for that, but with knitting! This group aims to knit a 50,000 stitch sweater every November while their writer friends are writing novels.

 Groups by Garment Type:

Are you crazy for hats? Maybe you love knitting socks or crocheting cowls. There’s a group for you. Here’s some to get you started.

Hats, Hats, Hats

Sock Knitters Anonymous

Lace Knitters

Sweater Knitters

Sorry 2 those who couldn't see sum of the pics, so here's the info again:

MEET-UPS

PIN 'N' NEEDLES. FOX & FIRKIN. 316 LEWISHAM HIGH ST, LEWISHAM, SE13 6JZ.

http://Facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=151763751381 Twitter: foxpinsnneedles

I've been going to this group for a few months, & I adore it.  I was a bit apprehensive about going to a pub, as i've experienced some shocking dives in my time, but Fox's interior with it's sparkly chandeliers, art work, friendly staff, wifi (& the white wine spritzer & pizza's good too), makes going there, a great mid-wee treat!  The originators of the club, are nice ladies (I used to work with one of them), & they are on hand to the complete novice to advanced knitter/crocheter/crafter, to give advice, help & lessons.  ALL r welcome, it's not just for women or 'grannies' but I know how to crochet a mean Granny Square!

   COOPER LOCKE GALLERY. 132 HITHER GREEN LANE, HITHER GREEN. LONDON

I was told about this (new) gallery cafe, by a fellow pub knitter.  The owner manager has food & pastries for people like me, who have dietary restrictions, and she has a weekly knit group on Wednesday mornings from 10.30am - 12.30pm.  I'm not 100% sure about these times, so check out their Facebook page for more info.  There's a website, but nothing's on it, yet.

I've not been able to go there, so can't really review it, but if you have, or know someone who has, please feel free to let us know.

PELTON ARMS, EAST GREENWICH.  WEDNESDAYS FROM 7.30PM. www.susieatthecircus.typepad.com

A drop-in for knitters & crocheters, in a relaxed atmosphere, which is good for beginners & experienced alike.  I have a friend who's a fellow peg loom weaver & Ravelry addict, who put me on to this.  However, I also have a group on Wed nite, but may go there, for a change.  I'll get my friend to review it, then i'll post it for you to read.

SHOP FRONT

THE VINTAGE TEA PARTY

I was being lazy, so decided to cut n past the infor for this great day, from the internet:

For more information please check out www.vintageteaparty.webs.com

Date: Saturday 20th November 2010

Time: 7pm-10.30pm

Venue: St Swithun's Church, Hither Green Lane, Hither Green, SE13 6QE (opposite The Co-Op)

A nostalgic evening celebrating all that is chintzy and fabulous!

The evening promises to be fun and frivolous with an emphasis on all things vintage. 

Local businesses are signed up and raring to go, even Cath Kidston has given a donation!

Come along for a huge swap party, tea and cake served by pin-ups, tea dancing and music, a baby sale, raffle, bunting workshop, mosaic making, knitting, sewing, art class, strawberries and cream, massage and nails and so much more.

Tickets are £15 each - please please bring a friend or two

They'll be a few of us from Pins 'N' Needles, who will be there on the nite: Anna will be teaching knitting, Ellen - fascinators & headbands & i'll be teaching crochet.  Let's get together to support Helen & Bliss.

LEWISHAM  WINTER CRAFT FAIR. SUNDAY 28TH NOVEMBER 2010.               FOX & FIRKIN PUB, 316 LEWISHAM HIGH ST, SE13 

I think this is the first craft fair @ the Fox & Firkin, and some of us from the Wednesday club will be there, buying, selling & supporting.  I'll be there selling my wares, & I think there maybe some tables/stalls left, if your interested in taking part.  Ellen's the girl to contact or The Fox & Firkin (see Pins 'N' Needles above).

CRAFT FAIR.  PELTON ARMS, (near the Thames), EAST GREENWICH.  SUNDAY 5TH DECEMBER 2010. www.susieatthecircus.typepad.com

I'm not sure if i'll be able to do this one, as I don't think i'll have enough stock for it, plus I may be working the day before.If you're interested, contact Susie John's, above, for more information.

That's all for now so until the next time.

Peace & Love