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Stitching groups in Huron County
Are you a stitcher looking to connect with a Huron County stitching group? If so, I’m happy to let you know there are several in Huron County that meet regularly and welcome new members. Whether your technique of choice is knitting, crocheting, quilting, embroidery and so on, there are a variety of groups, guilds, workshops and classes that can help connect you to others who also enjoy stitching and fibre arts. Knitting There are a number of knitting groups in Huron County. Some of them meet at the branches of the Huron County library: Please note: If you know of any other knitting groups, perhaps meeting at a church, club,…
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Calling all crafters: Huron C4C needs you
Calling all crafters: Huron C4C needs you! Huron County Crafters for Caregivers (Huron C4C) is a volunteer-run project seeking to recognize long-term care staff at our facilities. Please join us in showing our support and gratitude for all they do. Create a handcrafted gift of your choice. Items will be collected until Oct. 3, 2022 at Stitches with a Twist in Blyth. For more info on the project, contact Irene Kellins at (519) 523-9449 or at 404 Queen Street, Blyth. Drop off your stitched gifts to Stitches with a Twist until Oct. 3 or any branch of the Huron County Library until Oct. 1. Each gift will be tagged with a Huron…
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Nap Mat Sewing Instructions
A nap mat is a comfortable blanket used by daycare and preschool children at during rest period. There are a wide variety of patterns available from Butterick, Simplicity, McCall’s and various online sites for nap mats, but you don’t need a pattern to make one. Design your own with some colorful and comfortable fabric and ribbon. You can use wool, polyester or cotton batting — all three types are sold at craft stores. If you enjoy the process, make one for a friend’s child with your leftover supplies. Things You’ll Need 4 yards of fleece Batting (45” x 60”) Scissors Pins Matching thread Sewing machine Tailor’s chalk 4 12-inch long…
