October Jefferson Knit Crochet Group

It seems that fall has arrived in Oregon.  I'm always amused by the way our weather changes around here.  We have some beautiful, hot sunny days, then three days later, it's dark, windy and pouring rain.  I'm not complaining, by August I'm usually looking for the cooler days to appear.  I love the Pacific Northwest, quirky weather and all.

Hopefully, the fall weather is inspiring you to pick up needles, hooks or looms and work with some yarn.  If so, please come to the next Jefferson Knit Crochet meeting this Saturday from 10 am to 11:30 am.  We meet the third Saturday of every month at Jefferson Baptist Church on Highway 99E in Jefferson, Oregon (click here for a map).  We're open to all skill levels and have supplies available to share if you're new to the hobby and aren't sure what you need.

In case you can't join us but are in the mood for some inspiring fall designs, here are a few free patterns for you to try.

Knitted Natural Leaf Wrap that the author of the pattern describes as "lovely and easy lace."
Knitted Maple Leaf Washcloth by Designs by Emily.
Crochet Washcloth in Fall Colors that would make a lovely hostess gift.
Knifty Knitter Mittens

(Note:  I don't own any of the patterns linked above and have not made them.  Your mileage may vary.)

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