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

Liz masterspanishteacher2306 at gmail.com
Sun Sep 4 04:06:00 UTC 2016 

Hello Naima, 

There is no class list. 
you can take as many classes as you can handle once you become a member. 
Before you become  a member, you can take a free class to check out how it work.s 
You get he materials before the first class. You have a date on the sign-up page. 

It’s nice to meet you. I’m Liz from texts. 


Liz

> On Sep 3, 2016, at 10:06 PM, Joyce Kane via Nfb-krafters-korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> You do not need any special machine because you are blind.  There are things
> available for guides and protecting your fingers, but if you are using a
> machine concentrate and be aware of where you are putting your fingers and
> pay attention on what you are doing.
> 
> As far as purchasing a sewing machine goes, do you have anyone that has used
> a sewing machine in your family or wouldn't mind working with you.  If you
> have a sewing machine store near you or Sear's store go there and tell them
> you are interested in a sewing machine and then let them show you some of
> the machines with some of the features.  Sewing machine places also have
> used machines, but let them show you the ones that have the auto threading
> ask how to reverse, thread machine, thread bobbin cut thread where the
> stitch length, needle position and have them tell you about what stitches it
> has on board and what you need to do to change to different stitches.
> 
> Now this is a lot I just dumped on you, and also find out if they give
> lessons if you purchase the machine from them.
> 
> I will tell you I have about 6 machines in my house and I havwe been sewing
> since I was 10 years old.  I went blind when I was 46 so I sewed for a long
> time with sight.  
> 
> I got an olkd Singer Feather weight machine last year when I went to
> Convention in Florida.  The people that I bought it from had refurbished it
> and had gotten this seam guide, finger guard and put it all on this machine.
> Well I had one of these machines which I purchased when I was like 15 or 16
> years old.  It was the first sewing machine that I bought on my own.  It was
> also the first machine that I dragged out after I went blind to touch and
> figure if I could sew on it or not.  So when I got this refurbished one as
> soon as I got it home I took off the finger guards I did leave the seam
> guide on, but considering if I will leave it on or take it off.  As these
> things are in my way.  
> 
> Sew plan on visiting these sewing machine stores and pick on the sales
> peoples brains so you can experience and decide what you feel works better
> for you.  
> 
> What do you think you want to sew and make?  Think about that too as that
> will help you decide what type of machine you might want to look for.  There
> are brand new machines you can purchase online , but you need to test some
> out first before you decide on making a purchase.
> 
> Joyce
> 
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfb-krafters-korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org <mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org>] On
> Behalf Of Naima Leigh via Nfb-krafters-korner
> Sent: Saturday, September 3, 2016 10:01 PM
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists' <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org <mailto:nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>>
> Cc: Naima Leigh <nleigh2016 at gmail.com <mailto:nleigh2016 at gmail.com>>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] {Spam?} RE: answer for Naima
> 
> Hello Joyce
> 
> All of the above I would love to learn! In the sewing class do you have to
> know hand stiching or do you teach how to use a machine? What sewing
> machines are accessible for the blind?
> I heard about Singer on QVC but I don't know if it is accessible for me. It
> had buttons, switches, levers and a built in computer, when looking for a
> machine what to look for? Should I buy in stores or online?
> 
> Thanks
> 
> Naima
> 
> P.S. When's the next class and what do I need?
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfb-krafters-korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> Behalf Of Joyce Kane via Nfb-krafters-korner
> Sent: Saturday, September 03, 2016 3:22 PM
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> Cc: blindhands at aol.com
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] {Spam?} RE: answer for Naima
> 
> We have a monthyly knitted dish cloth email class. Do quilting, sewing, loom
> knitting, beading macramae, crocheting.
> 
> Take a look at our list of pass classes  as new folks join the list and
> mention that they would have liked to take one of those classes that has
> been done already and we put together a class from what folks would like to
> try.
> 
> What craft would you like to learn more about or need help in?
> 
> Joyce
> 
> -----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' <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Naima Leigh <nleigh2016 at gmail.com>
> 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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