Knitting and Crochet Groups

Thursday 23rd August 2018

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There is something really wonderful about getting together with like-minded people, which is probably why so many of us belong to a knitting or crochet group. Simply being with others who understand the passionate nature of our craft is uplifting.

In recent years the number of groups in the UK has increased dramatically. Some meet in libraries, others in pubs or cafes, or even at lunchtime at work.  They are a great forum for learning skills from others, getting help with your latest yarnie conundrums or simply a chance for companionship and a bit of ‘me time’.

When our group gets together we share news about new yarns, marvel at new patterns and we especially love to see what each member of the group is making.  The sheer variety of what we can make with needles and hooks is inspiring.

Groups are also a great way to make new friends that we might never have met if it wasn’t for the love of our hobby.  And it doesn’t have to ju

st be about the yarn.  Over the years our group has been running we have seen each other through births, marriages, divorce and even bereavement.  Together we have been through the exam stress of our kids, enjoyed hearing about each other’s holidays, shared family recipes and generally put the world to rights. As a group, we have taught people to knit and crochet at events and worked together on a number of charity projects. Craft groups have even been mentioned in the latest book by Helen Pankhurst (yes she is a descendant of the famous suffragette)!

Most of all knit and crochet groups are fantastic fun and something to look forward to each month or week.

If you are looking for a group to join in your area there is a map on the UK Hand Knitting website where you can also register your own group if you are looking for new members.

We’d love to hear more about what your group gets up to so why not let us know on our Facebook page.

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