They may not laugh uproariously while learning to knit - counting stitches takes too much concentration - but they do have a lot of fun with their friends while making their own colorful accessories.
The members of the Knotty Knitters Club first picked up their knitting needles in February. Now they're firmly hooked on the pastime.
Over 50 students turned out initially, and most of them come back every Thursday afternoon to hone their skills, said club founder Jennifer Macris, an...
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Having fun! - 2009-04-24 16:34:56
Hats off to the volunteers and students at West Annapolis for their endeavors. Knitting is a life-long hobby that is both creative and relaxing. And it's teaching the kids how to entertain themselves -- an art that I'm afraid is quickly dying! It's great that they are making things for themselves; hopefully they will also begin making things to donate to charities. Just another step in learning to give to others. Maybe they will hold a school-wide craft show? It would be fun to see their creations :)
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