Knitting and Crochet Meet-up at Franklin Arts Centre
The Pukekohe Library Knitting and Crochet Group will be holding a series of special knit, crochet and natter here at the Franklin Arts Centre, surrounded by the vibrant and joyous exhibition of neon and crochet works by Lissy Robinson-Cole and Rudi Robinson.
Beginner and experienced crafters are very welcome. Bring along a project that you are working on, or start a new project for one of the awesome local organizations that the group donates knitted and crocheted items to. (Some materials provided)
The group also gratefully accepts any donations of yarn as they create hand-made items to gift to the following organizations:
Pukekohe Hospital, Family Support, Womens Refuge, Plunket, Bellyfull, Age Concern, Koha Shed
Pukekohe Library Knitting and Crochet Group Meet-ups
Wednesdays, 10am - 12pm
24 August - 5 October
New Zealand Steel Gallery
Franklin Arts Centre
FREE event. No booking required.
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