MadeJust4You Posted April 25, 2008 There is a football player that crochets. I can't remember who but...my husband wants to learn but he don't have the patience for it. I tell him it helps my nerves. Congrats! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jackrabbit Posted April 25, 2008 :cheerREAL MEN CROCHET Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cpsmith81007 Posted April 25, 2008 Hi Simon, and welcome! I like your idea of making rosaries and sending to the troops! As a proud Mother of an Army Soldier getting ready for his 2nd deployment. Congrats on your accomplishments! Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beaglelover Posted April 26, 2008 Congratulations and welcome from Illinois! Can't wait to see pictures of your work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chrissyf Posted April 26, 2008 welcome. I have to admire a man who creates. My DH is all thumbs with a hook but give him a sheet of plastic canvas, a yarn needl and some of my yarn stash:eek (occasionally I share) he can come up with some great things. My oldest son had to do a needle craft project for Family and consumer science (Home Ec) he asked me to teach him to crochet and he mad a simple scarf. Teacher was impressed it was his first ever A+. But noiw he is happier with a stove and cooking implements oh well can't win all the men over but we are making a dent. Oh yeah and there are quite a few famous men who crochet Rosie Grier, George Washington carver, James Buchanan, Marvin Smith a photographer, check out this link that shows many other famous crochet artists http://members.aol.com/crochetwithdee/famous.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ScoobyDoo0811 Posted April 26, 2008 :manyheart:woo:welcome to the Ville from TN!!! Congratulations on your sobriety keep up the good work!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mel2nsluvsCrochet Posted April 26, 2008 to Crochetville! We are glad to have you join us!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shelleden Posted April 26, 2008 Hello from Indiana! Glad to have you join us. We'll look forward to seeing your pictures! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
teeheenah Posted April 26, 2008 Wtg!:yaySimon My hat goes off to anyone who can beat the liquid monster! I lost my mom to alcohol in May 1991. She was just 42 years old. I truly understand how difficult it must have been for you. Cudos for kicking it! Welcome to the wonderful world of crochet. I am sure you will love it here as much as we all do! T- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rashidah Posted April 26, 2008 from Newark NJ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livedinalaska Posted April 26, 2008 Congrats on your sobriety! I love the comment about being "that guy that crochets at AA meetings!" Welcome to the 'Ville! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mythunderbird Posted April 27, 2008 hi simon, congratulations on your sobriety for all this time:clap:clap:clap and also for trying to quit smoking. there are several men who crochet who have joined us here and we are always glad to have more both men and women. if ya need any help with any crochet issues pm me i teach crochet and am always willing to help a fellow artist have a awesome weekend my new friend:hug:hug:hug Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unicorn37757 Posted April 27, 2008 :welcomeWelcome to the forum! Congratulations on the not drinking:flower It's tough to quit the smoking, I know I still smoke, good luck on that one:2rock I think it's great that we're seeing men starting this, it's great relaxation Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrochetLiving Posted April 27, 2008 Hello and Welcome! Hope we can become friends! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crocheting turtle Posted April 27, 2008 Congratulations on your sobriety. Joine all of the other guys that crochet. It gives you another dimension. Happy hooking, and have a wonderful day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rikkimae 24 Posted April 27, 2008 Hi Simon, Cragrat's on your recovery, I picked up crocheting again while I was in prison. Addiction is a mighty beast. My clean date is 05/03/01. Now I don't bring my crocheting to my N/A meetings, but I have been known to bring finished projects along. There are 4 of us girls who met in prison who attend the same meeting. I guess we are the ones who can attest to what can happen when addiction is in control. Hang in there on the the not smoking. It can be really tough. I quit right before Turkey Day. It is so cool to see men crocheting. Sherry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LizaKaye Posted April 27, 2008 and :hifrom Central Kentucky, the Horse Capital of the World This is the most caring, supportive group you'll ever meet. LizaKaye Son #1-Proud Grandmother-to-be Son #2-Proud Mom of a soldier home safe from Iraq. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
candy4271 Posted April 28, 2008 Hi Simon! Welcome from Arizona! I too took up crochet (again) after a long hiatus when I quit smoking a couple of years ago. It worked for me, and I am still smoke free! YAY!!! I am sure you will LOVE it here! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jperris40 Posted April 28, 2008 welcome to the ville. Congrads to you on your recovery. I been crocheting for only 7 years . i picked it up when i had to spend 2 months in the hosipital due to heart and complications with my pregancy. Join the fun ..happy crocheting Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie Posted April 28, 2008 Simon welcome to the ville. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mushroom Posted May 7, 2008 Welcome to the village. There are a few of us with testosterone who enjoy the Zen nature of crocheting. Crocheting lends itself to such creativity. Welcome Mushroom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimbo Posted May 7, 2008 Hay! Jimbo here, and i'm one of the guys here too... don't crochet well, but i make a mean hook. Welcome from Northeastern Washington State. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monique39 Posted May 7, 2008 Hi from Minnesota!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pebbles Posted August 15, 2011 Hello welcome to Crochetville. I am looking foward to seeing photographs of your work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites