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

Wed Nov 8 23:03:09 UTC 2023

So glad to hear that you are realizing that crafting is for you with her without Sight. I’m from Wisconsin by the way. Nobody in my family either side really did any crafty yarn stuff. I did things in school, but never really learned until I was an adult. 
I understand about trying to find a place in your schedule. I’m not in school and I’m still trying to figure out what fits. No it doesn’t. Unfortunately there’s always something else that gets in the way. A lot of times. Practice makes perfect. Practice practice practice. The good thing about crocheting and knitting. Is that if you have a long commute somewhere you can do with that to keep yourself busy.

Ericka Nelson

> On Nov 6, 2023, at 12:01 PM, Terri Stimmel via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hello Shelley, and list.
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> 
> Thank you for the welcome. I appreciate it.
> 
> Also, I thought what you said about potato chips and crafting was funny.
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> 
> I am most definitely going to join the class. Before I do though, I just want to make sure the time will work for me, with my crazy schedule.
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> I am just curious, what do you enjoy about knitting?
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> And, how do you find it different from crocheting?
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> 
> I definitely want to learn other crafts as well. I am beginning to think that it is much more possible than I used to think. I feel I sort of had this mindset that if I had no vision, that a lot of things like knitting, crocheting, and scrapbooking wasn't really all that possible. But now I am realizing that I just didn't have the right help, support, and even tools. I am definitely excited to get involved in more, and see what I might be able to do.
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> By the way, what is pony bead?
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> Just the name alone sounds interesting. LOL!
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> 
> Thank you, and I look forward to hearing from you again.
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> 
> Terri
> 
>> On 11/6/2023 8:31 AM, SHELLEY SCHUETT via NFB-Krafters-Korner wrote:
>> Hello Terri
>> Welcome to the list. We have a wonderful crochet teacher. If she can teach
>> me she can teach anyone. When I joined the list I was basicly a knitter. I
>> now have learned to loom knit, crochet, hand sew, pony bead and do
>> scrapbooking along with other crafts. You see me around a lot, because I
>> take several of the classes and teach some as well.
>> 
>> Did you know that the common thing between eating potato chips and crafting,
>> is once you start you can't stop.
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: NFB-Krafters-Korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
>> Behalf Of Terri Stimmel via NFB-Krafters-Korner
>> Sent: November 6, 2023 4:46 AM
>> To: nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: Terri Stimmel <icecreamlover76 at outlook.com>
>> Subject: [NFB-Krafters-Korner] My intro, and, wanting to learn to crochet
>> 
>> Hello everyone,
>> 
>> 
>> My name is Terri, and I just recently joined this list. I didn't even know
>> it existed, in all honesty.
>> 
>> However, I did a Google search, and happened to find it. I am sure happy I
>> did.
>> 
>> 
>> 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.
>> 
>> 
>> I am 47, and I live in Missouri. I am totally blind, and have been since
>> birth.
>> 
>> 
>> 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.
>> 
>> 
>> 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.
>> 
>> 
>> I was considering getting my degree in social work. But I am now
>> rethinking that decision for a number of reasons.
>> 
>> 
>> 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.
>> 
>> 
>> 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!
>> 
>> 
>> 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.
>> 
>> 
>> 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.
>> 
>> However, I just couldn't ever seem to get the hang of it. So I
>> unfortunately didn't stick with it.
>> 
>> 
>> 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.
>> 
>> I hope this makes some sense?
>> 
>> 
>> I am very interested in learning though, and I feel I would stick with
>> it. I hear crocheting can be relaxing.
>> 
>> I am lucky that I do at least know what a crochet hook is. So that is at
>> least a good start. LOL!
>> 
>> 
>> What do you all think?
>> 
>> Is this something someone who is totally blind, can learn? Even if they
>> have zero experience?
>> 
>> 
>> I have very, very limited sighted assistance. So a lot of what I do,
>> will most likely be by trial, and error.
>> 
>> 
>> 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.
>> 
>> 
>> Thank you,
>> 
>> 
>> Terri
>> 
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