CLUB NEWS
BAIRNSDALE CLUB
Knits by this club shown on facebook
Knits by this club shown on facebook
BENDIGO/ELMORE CLUB
Bendigo Elmore has not met this month. A few of our members had decided not to come this month because there had been a number of cases in Bendigo or they had other arrangements, also at one stage, there was a possibility that our meeting place was going to be declared a Tier One site. But included are some photos from members and theircompleted garments, (many featured are from Di Chambers’ workshop way back in March).
Bendigo Elmore has not met this month. A few of our members had decided not to come this month because there had been a number of cases in Bendigo or they had other arrangements, also at one stage, there was a possibility that our meeting place was going to be declared a Tier One site. But included are some photos from members and theircompleted garments, (many featured are from Di Chambers’ workshop way back in March).
CAMBERWELL CLUB
KOO WEE RUP CLUB
We have not held club since the first week in August due to lockdowns. Our messenger chat group has still been active. It hasn't all been knitting chatter and show and tell so maybe when club is back we can all get inspired again. We have been sharing lots of orchid photos from around the home, birthday wishes, earthquake dramas and get well wishes for some stupid member who fell off a log and is now house bound (at least I can still type). One member had the police called to her home when no one could get in contact with her, turned out her phone had died and took her a few days to get a new one going. Nice to know that our knitting community is looking out for each other. Back to club and with some restrictions now lifting we will be holding our regular hands-on club day on the 16th of November and our last meeting for the year on the 7th of December with our Christmas lunch to follow at the Royal Hotel in Koo Wee Rup. Due to government regulations members attending these meetings will need to show proof they are fully vaccinated and follow current covid rules in regards to masks and social distancing. We have also heard that the Lang Lang show has been cancelled for next year; Korumburra is going ahead and still waiting to hear from Berwick. Take care and stay safe.
We have not held club since the first week in August due to lockdowns. Our messenger chat group has still been active. It hasn't all been knitting chatter and show and tell so maybe when club is back we can all get inspired again. We have been sharing lots of orchid photos from around the home, birthday wishes, earthquake dramas and get well wishes for some stupid member who fell off a log and is now house bound (at least I can still type). One member had the police called to her home when no one could get in contact with her, turned out her phone had died and took her a few days to get a new one going. Nice to know that our knitting community is looking out for each other. Back to club and with some restrictions now lifting we will be holding our regular hands-on club day on the 16th of November and our last meeting for the year on the 7th of December with our Christmas lunch to follow at the Royal Hotel in Koo Wee Rup. Due to government regulations members attending these meetings will need to show proof they are fully vaccinated and follow current covid rules in regards to masks and social distancing. We have also heard that the Lang Lang show has been cancelled for next year; Korumburra is going ahead and still waiting to hear from Berwick. Take care and stay safe.
KYABRAM CLUB
The Kyabram Machine knitters had a get together in August and Glenda Knitted a candy floss hat. This is a beanie knitted on a spiral and the band attached last. Due to lockdown we have missed a couple of meetings, we have had a show and tell at a coffee shop instead of knitting as we were allowed to meet there and not at our homes. For the meeting in August we went to the Byrneside Hall. This was the only way we could get together and have our meeting.September meeting - there were 6 of us at the Byrneside hall for our meeting in September, Colleen demonstrated a Dulcie Hat that she had done a workshop online. It was very interesting to see how it was made. She also showed us a small sample of plating with the help of Susan.
The Kyabram Machine knitters had a get together in August and Glenda Knitted a candy floss hat. This is a beanie knitted on a spiral and the band attached last. Due to lockdown we have missed a couple of meetings, we have had a show and tell at a coffee shop instead of knitting as we were allowed to meet there and not at our homes. For the meeting in August we went to the Byrneside Hall. This was the only way we could get together and have our meeting.September meeting - there were 6 of us at the Byrneside hall for our meeting in September, Colleen demonstrated a Dulcie Hat that she had done a workshop online. It was very interesting to see how it was made. She also showed us a small sample of plating with the help of Susan.
MALVERN EAST CLUB
During these lockdowns in 2020 & 2021 our club has maintained contact through mobile phones, messenger chat & video, which has been socially plus productive.Last year numerous beanies were knitted with the majority of them distributed through various sources/ outlets. Well done girls. In 2021 garments for ourselves and family with amazing success by some ladies, limited success and “garments in process” by others, a great learning curve and outside our comfort zones through Zoom meeting with class guidance and “show & tell” of progress of our machine knitting.
MKAV Members are all welcome to attend the Hands-on Machine Knitting Weekend to be held on Saturday and Sunday, 22-23 January 2022.
Time: 9.30am - 6.30pm
At: Chadstone Scout Hall, 51a Ivanhoe Grove, Malvern East
During these lockdowns in 2020 & 2021 our club has maintained contact through mobile phones, messenger chat & video, which has been socially plus productive.Last year numerous beanies were knitted with the majority of them distributed through various sources/ outlets. Well done girls. In 2021 garments for ourselves and family with amazing success by some ladies, limited success and “garments in process” by others, a great learning curve and outside our comfort zones through Zoom meeting with class guidance and “show & tell” of progress of our machine knitting.
MKAV Members are all welcome to attend the Hands-on Machine Knitting Weekend to be held on Saturday and Sunday, 22-23 January 2022.
Time: 9.30am - 6.30pm
At: Chadstone Scout Hall, 51a Ivanhoe Grove, Malvern East
Zoom Meeting: Progress of MKM Oct 21 Knitting
MOONEE PONDS CLUBOnce again we were unable to meet due to “you know what” but members have been busy as always. Judy has been busy knitting summer tops for her girls (hopefully they’ll be able to wear them one day when the weather warms up!), Julie has knitted an intarsia scarf, a jumper for herself with fair isle on the back and fair isle in middle of front/sleeves and crocheted a blanket for the couch/herself/cat to keep warm. Elizabeth has knitted a scarf based on Sally Butchers video and instructions that appeared on the Facebook Machine Knitting page. She used 100g of striped sock yarn, and a Sk 840 lace carriage. We have called a halt to any more meetings for this year
NORTH EAST CLUB NEWS
The North East MKAV group have been able to continue to meet on the 3rd Monday of each month.Our group has remained steady, not everyone is always able to attend, but those who do are enthusiastic and we always have a lovely time knitting and sharing our ideas and skills. Our recent workshop saw Andrea have a go at Fair-Isle for the first time on her Singer 329 and as the photo will show you, the pattern and yarn was a match made in heaven! Just a delightful result for what will sew up to be a cowl for her daughter who lives in Scotland. Andrea plans to line the cowl, for extra warmth. Other knitters, practiced various cast-on methods and also other fair-isle swatches. Charmane had previously knitted a baby blanket for her new nephew using an Empisal KH820 with tuck stitch / punch-card, using 2ply Almond 100% wool from Bendigo Woollen Mills. Once off the machine, a scallop crochet edging was added to help with “rolling” and also to add a nice softness to the edge. Even with warmer weather approaching, we look forward to being able to continue our meetings and hope that our city counterparts are able to once again get-together socially and enjoy knitting as a group.
The North East MKAV group have been able to continue to meet on the 3rd Monday of each month.Our group has remained steady, not everyone is always able to attend, but those who do are enthusiastic and we always have a lovely time knitting and sharing our ideas and skills. Our recent workshop saw Andrea have a go at Fair-Isle for the first time on her Singer 329 and as the photo will show you, the pattern and yarn was a match made in heaven! Just a delightful result for what will sew up to be a cowl for her daughter who lives in Scotland. Andrea plans to line the cowl, for extra warmth. Other knitters, practiced various cast-on methods and also other fair-isle swatches. Charmane had previously knitted a baby blanket for her new nephew using an Empisal KH820 with tuck stitch / punch-card, using 2ply Almond 100% wool from Bendigo Woollen Mills. Once off the machine, a scallop crochet edging was added to help with “rolling” and also to add a nice softness to the edge. Even with warmer weather approaching, we look forward to being able to continue our meetings and hope that our city counterparts are able to once again get-together socially and enjoy knitting as a group.
PASSAP CLUB - UPDATE
At last we were able to meet to finish the year. Unfortunately a few members were unable to come but the Club welcomed four new members. Lots of knitting was displayed and a sample of the many and varied items are shown below. Janet also shared the contact details for Buttons and the various styles and quality can be seen on a number of her knits below. While not only being interesting they come at a great price.
Jan, very kindly demonstrated release stitch with detailed notes and explanation. Photos of the release stitch samples are also included.
We are looking forward to recommencing in January and having a less disruptive year.
Our thanks to Libby for opening her house to us and providing great leadership as well as assistance throughout the year. We enjoy our time of sharing and it has been missed.
At last we were able to meet to finish the year. Unfortunately a few members were unable to come but the Club welcomed four new members. Lots of knitting was displayed and a sample of the many and varied items are shown below. Janet also shared the contact details for Buttons and the various styles and quality can be seen on a number of her knits below. While not only being interesting they come at a great price.
Jan, very kindly demonstrated release stitch with detailed notes and explanation. Photos of the release stitch samples are also included.
We are looking forward to recommencing in January and having a less disruptive year.
Our thanks to Libby for opening her house to us and providing great leadership as well as assistance throughout the year. We enjoy our time of sharing and it has been missed.
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TEMPLESTOWE CLUB
We have all kept in touch via email and telephone. Some have been hand knitting as well as sitting at the machine from time to time. We are looking forward to getting together before Christmas.
Knitting up a little of a stash resulting in 3 jumpers, 1 cardigan, 10 vests, 7 scarves, 2 wraps, 4 pairs of socks, 1 teddy, a squirrel with 3 acorns, a baby hat and a cotton face washer set.
We have all kept in touch via email and telephone. Some have been hand knitting as well as sitting at the machine from time to time. We are looking forward to getting together before Christmas.
Knitting up a little of a stash resulting in 3 jumpers, 1 cardigan, 10 vests, 7 scarves, 2 wraps, 4 pairs of socks, 1 teddy, a squirrel with 3 acorns, a baby hat and a cotton face washer set.
THURSDAY EVENING ZOOM GROUP
This group began to fill part of the gap left when Covid disrupted regular Club meetings. The plan is to keep it going as an online group, open to any member, but catering particularly to members with jobs to go to, and to anyone who would be grateful to attend an MKAV meeting without having to leave the house.
The group provides a chance to show your knitting triumphs and tragedies, and tap into the collective wisdom of the assembled knitters. Lately we have been enjoying seeing Carole’s contemporary textile art pieces, made on her Passap E6000.
The group Zooms at 6pm on Thursdays. Send an email to chrisjd@bigpond.net.au if you would like to be added to the invitation list.
This group began to fill part of the gap left when Covid disrupted regular Club meetings. The plan is to keep it going as an online group, open to any member, but catering particularly to members with jobs to go to, and to anyone who would be grateful to attend an MKAV meeting without having to leave the house.
The group provides a chance to show your knitting triumphs and tragedies, and tap into the collective wisdom of the assembled knitters. Lately we have been enjoying seeing Carole’s contemporary textile art pieces, made on her Passap E6000.
The group Zooms at 6pm on Thursdays. Send an email to chrisjd@bigpond.net.au if you would like to be added to the invitation list.