[NFB-Blind-Crafters] FW: Textile Access Pilot – Connecting with NFB Blind Crafters

Sat Sep 5 14:00:44 UTC 2026

If some of us want to build a relationship with this woman, it would probably be helpful.  We need to tell her that blind people are not alike, so she can't solve everyybody's needs by solving one person's.  Like sighted people, we are a far-reaching segment of the community.  It sounds as though she is doing publicity, and it may be better with some inpput from some of us.  But if she says the NFB has approved this just to make her work seem accessible, that would not be helpful.  If we can build a relationship, it might be useful and interesting to all. New relationships are usually interesting to me, but I am trying to cut down, not take on something new.
Just one thought.
Best,
Ramona
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From: NFB-Blind-Crafters <nfb-blind-crafters-bounces at nfbnet.org> on behalf of Tracy Carcione via NFB-Blind-Crafters <nfb-blind-crafters at nfbnet.org>
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Subject: Re: [NFB-Blind-Crafters] FW: Textile Access Pilot – Connecting with NFB Blind Crafters

Hi Jeanette.

Since we don’t have any money, no one can steal it from us.   I don’t feel suspicious about this.  But I tend to think most people are decent, though some of my loved ones tend to think most people are horrible.  I’m glad to be me.

But, if you have qualms, feel free to state them, on or off list.

carcione at access.net<mailto:carcione at access.net>.

Tracy

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Subject: Re: [NFB-Blind-Crafters] FW: Textile Access Pilot – Connecting with NFB Blind Crafters

I am a little more synical. I want to  know more about who she is before we engage in a partnership, particularly because we are a group with no money. I support exploration in to this but urge caution.

Jeanette

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Subject: Re: [NFB-Blind-Crafters] FW: Textile Access Pilot – Connecting with NFB Blind Crafters

Tracie,

I believe Brenda has a great idea.  I would be interested in a Zoom meeting and classes.

Thank you, Tracie for working on this.

Mary K.

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Subject: [NFB-Blind-Crafters] FW: Textile Access Pilot – Connecting with NFB Blind Crafters

This project sounds very interesting.  I’d like to set up a Zoom meeting to speak with Brinda about accessibility to crafting, if others are interested too.  What do you say?

Tracy

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Subject: Textile Access Pilot – Connecting with NFB Blind Crafters

Hello,

I recently discovered NFB Blind Crafters/Krafters Korner and have been exploring the tremendous amount of practical knowledge your community has developed around accessible crafting.

I’m developing the Textile Access Pilot, an initiative examining accessibility throughout knitting, crochet, loom knitting, and other textile crafts. The project looks beyond individual adaptive tools to the complete crafting experience: pattern accessibility, tactile and nonvisual instruction, yarn identification and organization, workspace setup, dexterity, cognitive accessibility, equipment, and independent participation

I also run Uglier Than Homemade Sin, an adaptive fiber arts project centered on accessible and beginner-friendly crafting.

I am especially interested in learning from blind crafters rather than assuming that sighted designers, manufacturers, or accessibility professionals can determine what people need on their own. Some of the most innovative solutions I have encountered have been developed within the blind crafting community itself.

I would love to connect with someone from NFB Blind Crafters about the barriers your members encounter, adaptations that have proven particularly useful, and what you wish yarn, tool, pattern, and craft companies understood about accessibility.

If there is interest, I would also be glad to explore ways the Textile Access Pilot could support your work through resource sharing, accessible product evaluation, community feedback, or future collaboration.

Thank you for creating a place where blind crafters can share, learn, and teach.

Best,

Brinda Dungan

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