Today I want to pause and publicly recognize four incredible people who help hold this community together: ✨ @Julie Findleton ✨ @Paul Brown ✨ @Suzane Mesheau ✨ @Ruby Dack These four have been with me from the very beginning. Before we had rankings. Before we hit milestones. Before we grew past 100 members. They believed in the vision. They are not only some of our strongest supporters financially through their memberships — they are also among the most consistent in engagement, encouragement, and heart. Behind the scenes they: • Help remove scammers and protect the community • Host crafting hours • Answer questions • Welcome new members • Encourage others• And encourage me when I need it most They celebrate your wins. They show up when someone is frustrated. They care deeply about keeping this a safe, supportive space. You see the posts and the comments — but what you don’t always see is the quiet support, the messages, the brainstorming, the, “You’ve got this,” moments that happen in the background. This community is growing because of teamwork. And these four are a big part of that foundation. If you see Julie, Paul, Suzane, or Ruby in the comments today — please drop them some love. 💛 We are building something special here. And we’re building it the right way — together. With deep gratitude, Kim 🧶💛

Today, I want to recognize a very special group of members who are truly keeping this community moving. These are our Momentum Makers on Fire — members who have earned the 🔥 fire icon beside their name by taking 10+ actions a day for 30 days or more, through liking, commenting, and posting. That kind of consistency doesn’t happen by accident. It means you’re: • Showing up regularly • Encouraging others • Asking thoughtful questions • Sharing your journey • Helping make this community a safe and supportive place to learn 👏 Let’s give a huge shoutout to our Momentum Makers on Fire: •@Julie Findleton •@Paul Brown •@Chris Muggleton •@Suzane Mesheau •@Stefanie Byrd @Caroline Fransz @Susan Sams @Janie Dillon @Angela Skelton @Katherine Freemanfahrig @Christine Wharton @June E Mackenzie @Amanda Berridge And our newest Momentum Makers @Helen Michelle

Today feels like the perfect day to celebrate the people who truly make this space what it is. 💛 Our Level 6, 7, and 8 members 💛 Our Premium and VIP members You are the heartbeat of this community. Level 6, 7, and 8 don’t happen by accident. Those levels represent: ✨ Consistency ✨ Encouragement ✨ Showing up ✨ Helping others ✨ Sharing projects ✨ Answering questions ✨ Lifting the room when someone feels stuck And our Premium and VIP members…You are the ones who invest not just financially, but emotionally. You attend crafting hours. You ask deeper questions. You grow your skills. You stretch yourselves. You help create the safe, supportive culture that makes this more than “just another knitting group.” You are proof that this is not just a place to learn how to crank a machine. It’s a place where: ❤️ Confidence replaces frustration ❤️ Questions are welcomed ❤️ Beginners are protected ❤️ Experienced makers are celebrated ❤️ No one learns alone On Valentine’s Day, I just want to say this clearly: You matter here. You are seen. You are appreciated. If you see one of our Level 6, 7, 8, Premium, or VIP members in the comments, drop them some love today. They help carry this community forward every single week. And if you’re newer or still on the free level — know this: The heart of this community is open to you too. Keep showing up. Keep learning. Keep growing. With gratitude and yarn-filled love, Kim 🧶💛 @Chris Muggleton @Dd Stoller @Janie Dillon @Angela Skelton @Susan Sams @Wendy Merchant @Christine Wharton @Amanda Berridge @Shani King @Miranda Robinson @June E Mackenzie @Brenda Lonsdale @Ashley Busby @Stefanie Byrd @Linda Simard @Zona Taylor @Katherine Freemanfahrig @Barbara Amarillas @Tina Bryner @Helen Michelle @Kim Jalbert @Brigitte Revel-Wall @Barbara Sneed @Autumn Fox @Denyse H @Franee Scallan @Pauline Walker @Danielle Williams @Sharon Dora @Paul Haddon @April Stimson @Ruth Dahlstrom @Loni Tormoehlen @Caroline Fransz @Andrea Freeman @Alica T. Marie @Gail Ruth @Jessica Montgomery Roxie @Arina Folkerts @Cheryl Jeans @Rosa Otero @Audrey Morse Morse Cushman @Sarah Fletcher @Loretta Giguere @Jane Kinsey @Mariska Abma @Susan Koike @Debbie DeShong @Diana Goodhue @Jessica Price @Lisa Mckoy @Darlene Kreitzer @Deborah Hiscock @Gretchen Shoupe @Maria Booth @Deborah Keep @Sarai Crew @Pam Daley @Elaine Nucifora @Sharon Bell @Gail Dorr

Today isn’t just about chocolates and flowers…It’s about appreciating the people who make life sweeter. And that’s you. 🧶💕 Whether you’re brand new and still figuring out your first cast on…Or confidently designing your own projects…You are such an important part of this community. You show up. You encourage. You celebrate each other’s wins. You ask brave questions. You share your progress — even when it’s not perfect. That’s what makes this more than a knitting group. It’s a place where: ✨ No one learns alone ✨ Mistakes are part of the journey ✨ Every finished project is celebrated ✨ And every person matters I am so grateful for each of you — for your creativity, your kindness, your humor, and your willingness to grow. Thank you for trusting me to walk alongside you in your Circular Machine Knitting and iCord journey. It truly means more than I can put into words. Sending you love, confidence, and maybe a little extra yarn time today. 💗🧶 With a full heart, Kim The Knitting Machine Maverick 💕

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