[Nfb-krafters-korner] {Spam?} RE: answer for Naima

Sat Sep 3 18:00:44 UTC 2016

Hello Naima, 

If you don’t have a chapter near you, you might look into an “at-large” statewide chapter. 
They meet on the phone once a month.

The Monday night chats are great, and do help put voices with names. 

LIz

> On Sep 3, 2016, at 12:50 PM, Terry Knox via Nfb-krafters-korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Yes, I probably will if you want to take one of my classes. I am also in
> charge of the annual Christmas party. That is unique and fun, coming up
> again real soon. I know a little about Georgia. I know that they have a
> Great NFB group down there and I would encourage you to reach out to them I
> am certain they have a chapter somewhere around you in Atlanta, in fact, I
> know they do. You can look that up on the NFB website and search for a
> chapter near you. I was a chapter President for 5 years and I know I was
> always thrilled when I heard from someone who would join us and we were able
> to reach out to. I do not know much about the commission for the blind in
> Georgia but the local chapter will help there also. See how much info you
> are gathering already. Check out also our Monday night chats, it is a
> telephone call in on Monday nights at 8:30 and you get to ask questions and
> put names to the voices. You can get info on this on our website or follow
> along to the list to call and chat. It is a nutty friendly group on Monday
> so stop on around. Not sure about this Monday cause it is Labor Day.
> Terry K
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfb-krafters-korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> Behalf Of Naima Leigh via Nfb-krafters-korner
> Sent: Saturday, September 3, 2016 10:38 AM
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> Cc: Naima Leigh
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] {Spam?} RE: answer for Naima
> 
> Hello Terry,
> 
> My name is Naima Leigh and I live in Atlanta Ga.
> 
> I don't know my commission for the blind in my state, but I heard of my
> library for the blind and need to visit them to learn more about these
> services. I get digital books and in braille from them.
> 
> Will you be one of my teachers when I get my footing for this new
> experience. What other crafts does this group do?
> 
> Thank you
> 
> All advice is welcome and appreciated.
> 
> Naima
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfb-krafters-korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> Behalf Of Terry Knox via Nfb-krafters-korner
> Sent: Saturday, September 03, 2016 10:08 AM
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> Cc: Terry Knox
> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] {Spam?} RE: answer for Naima
> 
> Hello Naoma,
> I am Terry K and live in South Carolina. I have been reading your posts
> along the way and wanted to make few suggestions, if I may. It will take you
> a little while to learn all about Krafters Korners but you will. We do have
> a fund if you can not pay the membership for a year. I would suggest you go
> to the website, krafterskorners.org and read as much as you can so you might
> learn a little that might interest you. I am not sure where you live but I
> would also suggest you contact your Commission for the Blind in your state
> for help in training. The first thing they will suggest you doing is to join
> the National Library service for the Blind and it it is there you will get
> more info on services and reading. I am totally blind and I am one of the
> crochet teachers here. I had to retrain myself when I lost my sight but in
> addition to me here there are a lot of others here who do beautiful crafts
> and you can come along and do it too. Keep plugging along and you will be
> doing a lot of things real soon.
> Terry K
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfb-krafters-korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> Behalf Of Naima Leigh via Nfb-krafters-korner
> Sent: Friday, September 2, 2016 9:11 PM
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> Cc: Naima Leigh
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] answer for Naima
> 
> Thank you Ramona
> 
> I joined last night around midnight, and I have been getting a good feel of
> this group and love it.
> 
> I talked to my mom about joining classes, yeah, the $20 is a bit high for me
> since I'm on a budget. She told me that her sister, herself and mom all
> crocheted, knitted, and sewed when they were younger. She said also it was
> easier for them because they have sight. How can you teach a nearly blind
> person how to nit, crochet and use a sewing machine safely? How can you
> teach a nearly blind person this over the phone? How many days a week are
> the classes? If I miss the scheduled time can I make it up? Can I pick the
> time or is it already set? How many students will be in the group? Are there
> any accessible crafting books for the blind? How do you read and understand
> them? Do you use the fat needles to craft with? Is there any accessible
> sewing machines for the blind? Can you use a sewing machine if you don't
> know how to sew?
> 
> Naima
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfb-krafters-korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> Behalf Of Ramona Walhof via Nfb-krafters-korner
> Sent: Friday, September 02, 2016 8:29 PM
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> Cc: Ramona Walhof
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] answer for Naima
> 
> Naima, we are glad to have you with us.  You can pay your 20 dollars dues
> through paypal or you can send a check to our Treasurer who is Cindy Zimmer.
> Our Website is pretty easy, but check it out, and see if you have any
> trouble. There is no other charge, and if the 20 dollars is not practical
> for you, we can work something out.   
> 
> Our President is Joyce Kane.  It is hard to tell how long you have been
> silently following this list.  But if you have questions, don't be shy.  I
> will try to remember to dig up Cindy's email if you want to contact her
> offlist. I should have it in my head, but it is not there.   
> Ramona
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfb-krafters-korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> Behalf Of Naima Leigh via Nfb-krafters-korner
> Sent: Friday, September 02, 2016 5:59 PM
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists' <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Naima Leigh <nleigh2016 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] answer for Naima
> 
> Hi Jill
> Is that $20 per year or per class? When I pay do I have to pay on line or
> can I pay over the phone?
> 
> Thanks
> 
> Naima
> 
> P.S.
> 
> How can you teach a almost blind person crafting over the phone?
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfb-krafters-korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> Behalf Of jill rossiter via Nfb-krafters-korner
> Sent: Friday, September 02, 2016 7:18 PM
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> Cc: jill rossiter
> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] answer for Naima
> 
> Naima, Thank you so much.  Glad to have you with us.  If you are interested
> in classes check out our website www.krafterskorner.org your first class is
> free, after that you can join our NFB Krafters division for $20.  Then you
> can take as many classes as you like in a years time.  
> Jill
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfb-krafters-korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> Behalf Of Naima Leigh via Nfb-krafters-korner
> Sent: Friday, September 02, 2016 5:31 PM
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> Cc: Naima Leigh
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] OT new job for Jill
> 
> Hi Jill,
> 
> I'm new to this group and I wanted to wish you congratulation on your
> success.
> 
> I will be praying for you and your family.
> 
> Naima
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfb-krafters-korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> Behalf Of jill rossiter via Nfb-krafters-korner
> Sent: Friday, September 02, 2016 1:22 PM
> To: Nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
> Cc: jill rossiter
> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] OT new job for Jill
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> I wanted to share my good news.  I told a few of you on the chat Monday
> Night, but wanted to let others know.  I have accepted a position with the
> Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services as a vision rehabilitation
> therapist, also known as a rehab teacher.  I start September 16.  I hope to
> share our wonderful group with the individuals I encounter with my job.  I
> hope to be active in the group, but if I am quiet, I am busy, not dead!LOL!
> Prayers appreciated for this transition from stay at home mommy to working
> woman!
> 
> Jill
> 
> 
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