[NFB-Krafters-Korner] My intro, and, wanting to learn to crochet

[Ericka]

First off, welcome! I did get a social work degree and I know it’s a lot of dedication especially trying to figure out where to go to get continuing education, credits and to keep trying to decide which branch of social work you want to focus on. Personally, I’ve been working with seniors. Second, yes, it’s not impossible. They taught me, and while I can’t see a little a telephone, can’t show you what they’re doing with their hands! And YouTube videos aren’t much for people with low vision anyhow. You’ve come to the right place. Just remember that just with the ukulele and piano you need to practice this too.  Don’t expect to make a blanket right away. Just stick to scarves and potholders till you got it. It’s taking me a long time. But most of these people here are totally blind anyhow, and have been doing it forever so you came again to the right place. 

Good luck with all your pursuits and, give some rubs to Kiki for me. I am a total cat lover as well, but we don’t have any kiss at the moment. Good luck with all your wonderful pursuits and I hope your boyfriend likes yarn all over the house. My husband grumps about it.

Ericka Nelson


> On Nov 6, 2023, at 5:48 AM, Terri Stimmel via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> Hello everyone,
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> My name is Terri, and I just recently joined this list. I didn't even know it existed, in all honesty.
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> However, I did a Google search, and happened to find it. I am sure happy I did.
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> Here is just a little about myself, so you all can kind of get to know me, and what my reasons are for wanting to be here.
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> I am 47, and I live in Missouri. I am totally blind, and have been since birth.
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> I live with my boyfriend, and my sweet, and loving senior cat, Kiki. I absolutely adore her! She is actually next to me as I write this.
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> I am currently in college, trying to decide which career path I am going to go down. I am currently in my first semester at a local community college. I never in a million years thought I would try to go to college again. Especially at my age. But also, because the first time was not the best experience.
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> I was considering getting my degree in social work. But I am now rethinking that decision for a number of reasons.
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> I am also learning how to play both the ukulele, and the piano. I am loving learning both of them. It is a very slow process for me, though. I take lessons at a local music store near my house, once a week. Then I practice on my own, at least five days a week.
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> I have quite a bit going on. I love it all, and really feel I am very lucky to be getting to do all of this. As if I am not busy enough, I really would like to throw one more thing into the mix. LOL!
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> I am wanting to learn how to crochet. I have absolutely know idea even where to start with it. I really have no experience with sewing, or anything like that.
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> When I was in my teens, and in my early twenties, I did attempt to learn how to thread a needle, and sew on a button.
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> However, I just couldn't ever seem to get the hang of it. So I unfortunately didn't stick with it.
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> I am concerned about trying to remember the different patterns, and motions I might need to make with my hands. I can get things like this confused at times.
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> I hope this makes some sense?
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> I am very interested in learning though, and I feel I would stick with it. I hear crocheting can be relaxing.
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> I am lucky that I do at least know what a crochet hook is. So that is at least a good start. LOL!
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> What do you all think?
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> Is this something someone who is totally blind, can learn? Even if they have zero experience?
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> I have very, very limited sighted assistance. So a lot of what I do, will most likely be by trial, and error.
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> Any thoughts, and suggestions are much appreciated. I am excited to be a part of this list. And, I look forward to hearing from you all.
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> Thank you,
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> Terri
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