CRAFTandCHAT at Almondbury Methodist Church
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The group started some seven years ago with some 14 members. Numbers attending now are around 8 but with others contributing from home. Over the years many hundreds of knitted and crocheted items have been produced:
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These have been sent to various places both local and international: |
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A number of consignments of blankets have been sent to The Yemen where they are distributed by a local Anglican vicar to those deemed to be needy: |
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In July 2025 the latest donation to Ukraine - 10 blankets, 20 scarves, 23 children's hats, 16 adult hats, 24 baby hats, 3 pairs wristwarmers, 12 pairs gloves/mitts, 17 jumpers and cardigans for children and babies - went via the HuddersfieldToUkraineHumanitarionAid organisation based on Leeds Road. |
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These were taken on a large container-based lorry for distribution to towns and cities across Ukraine, for use in communities and orphanages, some for single mums whose husbands/partners are involved in the war. |
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Pictured left is Huddersfield railway station in June 2021, bringing together knitters from across Kirklees and beyond, as well as reaching out to ex-Kirklees residents across the seas, as far away as New Zealand! They all had the common goal of creating yarn bomb installations. |
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The group meets on Monday afternoons (except Bank holidays) 1.30pm to 3.30pm in The Wesley Centre - new members are always welcome to come along and enjoy a cup of tea as well as a chat and some craftwork. A contribution of £2 per week is requested to cover costs including wool and refreshments. |
Beginners are welcome and tuition in knitting or crocheting can be provided. |
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