I have just had the most wonderful weekend.
On Saturday I went to see my sister’s art exhibition and on Sunday, we had our Friends of Attic24: Dorset gathering at Sladers Yard art gallery and cafe, in West Bay.
What made Sunday extra special was that Lucy of Attic24 happened to be in Dorset and could pop in and join us for a couple of hours!!!
How lucky was that!!!
A few more joined us after the photo was taken and we had a gatherng of 17 in all.
We had such a lovely time. Great coffee, cake, crochet and chat …….. wonderful!
Lucy was very generous with her time, tips and hints 
and it was fun showing her some of our Attic24 inspired makes and discussing the details of colour choices and variations.
What better way to spend a wet Sunday morning
There is something timeless and quite magical about a group of women crafting together
We said our fond farewells and Lucy departed for her long train journey back to Skipton. A huge thank you to Lucy for coming to join us, you are welcome any time!
Our group will definitely be meeting again in January at the start of Lucy’s Annual Crochet-Along, which promises to be a corker!
Think Dahlias …. that’s all I’m saying. 😉
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Sisterhood is a beautiful thing. 🙂
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Absolutely! ❤
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Great to read and see such collaborative creativity Sandra. My wife is off to her monthly Dye group meeting at our Hand spinners and weavers group. Occasionally there is a man in their pictures. Where are your creative blokes?
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Good question Denis. Men who crochet seem to be few and far between – I haven’t met one in Dorset yet!
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That looked like a great party!
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It was brilliant!
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Looks like you all had a wonderful time. What a lovely group to be part of.
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It definitely is Jane – you are always welcome to join us if you venture this way. 🙂
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That’s very kind. I am not very well at present but the idea is attractive. Maybe I need to see what the CAL is about!
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So sorry to hear you are poorly. Hope it doesn’t last long. ❤
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Unfortunately had a cold followed by flu and struggling to recover.
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Not nice. Keep cosy. ❤
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Thanks 😊
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I agree about the magic of people crafting together. I meet with a group of women every Thursday–it’s sacrosanct– for sewing and stitching. Your day looks warm and wonderful!
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How lovely to have a regular group like that Kerry.
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What a perfect way to spend a rainy Sunday morning!
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Exactly so.
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Oh, how utterly wuuuunderful!!! So glorious for you all to gather and enjoy crocheting with Lucy, and be able to give back some of the joy she’s given. Dahlias in January, eh? I do love their bright colours . . . might have to think about a treat for meself. . . 😉
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What a lovely way to put it – yes it was so good to show how much we appreciate Lucy’s designs.
Lucy will be sharing more about her CAL in November – not too long to wait. 🙂
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Goody! 😃
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what a great time you all had!
and ooooh a new CAL over on Attic24 in January, eh? I’ll have to check it out in the new year!
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We really did have a great time Claire.
If you follow Lucy’s blog, she will be sharing the colours and her design process in November, giving time for people to order the yarn packs – or ask for them for Christmas presents! 😉
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Love the crochet squares in the last photo. I think you must all have had a whale of a time, there are smiles on every face 🙂
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Yes – the colours would work well in a quilt wouldn’t they.
We really did have a fabulous time.
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Thank you Sandra for taking so many lovely photos, such a great memory for us all.
It was another fantastic day. Lucy was so sweet and kind, it was a dream come true to meet her.
Looking forward to our January get together. X
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I know what you mean about ‘a dream come true’ Sandra.
Wasn’t it wonderful. I’m looking forward to January as well.
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What a wonderful event you organised, and I bet you were all a bit star struck. Gorgeous crochet and those cakes look nice too.
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Yes we were a bit. Strange to feel like you know someone you’ve never met – rather like when we met – and just as lovely!
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Now that looked like a fun time! Look at all those pretties draped over arms and tables too. I enjoyed Lucy’s Beach stash buster a while back and may even be ready to join another one by January. We’ll see 🙂
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It was SUCH a lovely time Pauline.
I think the Beach Stash buster was designed by Eleonora from Coastal Crochet. Was it this one?
That is a great blanket too!
You have given me an idea – I might contact Eleonora to see if she is coming this way sometime next year – it would be great to meet her too! 🙂
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Oh crikey yes – not Lucy at all 🙂 That’s probably why I couldn’t find her in the photos 🙂 Elder moment!! I’m sure I’ve made something designed by Lucy but I can’t think what right now. A definite advantage of living in a country with a larger population is that there are more choices, more talent and more chances to join in with meetups and so on. I’m grateful for the internet giving me the chance to join in vicariously.
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I’m glad it is not only me who has those moments.
I take all my blog readers along with me, so are are definitely joining in with us! I think you will like the design of January CAL, it will be very relaxing to make 🙂
But you might want to choose a different colour palette ….
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Hi Sandra…. what a wonderful idea! I’d absolutely love to pop by next year… your gathering looks very special… and very inviting!! Definitely the best way to spend a wet afternoon! And Lucy is just fabulous!! 😊❤️❤️❤️
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Eeeeek! Exciting. I will email you Eleonora. 🙂 ❤ 🙂 ❤ 🙂
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What a wonderful surprise!
I’m looking forward to the next CAL. I loved the sweetpea one and currently enjoying hooking the dune blanket for my daughter. Xxx
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The best!
We are all looking forward to the next Cal too!
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