Knitting is not just for Old Ladies

Each week, quite a few ladies in my parish, meet to knit or crochet items for the local charities. This group has been in existence for over 25 years, and our "leader" is 93 years old and still drives! I've been with that group for about 6 years, now. I do confess that I've always thought of these knitting groups, as something reserved just for the seniors.  In our group, I'm probably the youngest member, but hey, who's counting, right?

A couple of years ago, a young girl (age 11) was visiting our parish. She is homeschooled and lives in Canada.  Her mom had asked us if we wouldn't mind, if her daughter, Juliana, could join us for the day, while we knit.  Juliana has been knitting, since she was 9 years old.  She was such a joy to be with and is so mature for her age. Before she left, we gave her lots of yarn and knitting needles, as she wanted to make some baby items.

Each year, our "Knitting Ministry" conducts their annual "Show and Tell" at the church.   Most of the yarn had been donated by the parishoners and we enjoy sharing the items that we've made. All finished items are not sold  as they are donated to local charities, after the show.  Last year, 2010, we were pleasantly surprised to see Juliana, visit us again.  She was in town, and joined us for a day of knitting.  She brought the items that she had made.  These are the baby items that she had made for charity (as you can see in the photo):

Hand Knitted by Juliana, She is 13 years old

Here's another glimpse of what the ladies had made, within 4 months:

If you are new to knitting, crocheting or sewing, you may consider joining a local group, within your community, or start your own.  It's a great way to enhance your skills and it's so rewarding to create something for a person who really needs it,  right now.  As I always say, continue to do what you enjoying doing the most -- Nancy