Today is our first 2nd Saturday of the month! More info can be found in the Classroom here. I know this group is new and we haven't really gotten into the groove of posting our discussions yet, but I didn't want to pass up this opportunity to tell you all about the 2nd Saturday business promotion option available to all members. Of course, the primary purpose of our group is ministry, encouragement, and support in our goals, NOT business building, but we can still support each other in that area. Following is an example post of how you may share your business or products with our group. (This is NOT a format or template, just a guide for including all pertinent info.) Who: Hi, Friends! I'm Sherri and I love to crochet! In fact, I love it so much that I started designing my own patterns! (Who are you and what is your business?) Why: Have you learned how to crochet the basic single and double crochet stitches, but just haven't figured out how to decipher all the abbreviations in a written crochet pattern? I can help! (Why should I buy your product or service?) What: I especially enjoy creating simple patterns that not only produce a beautiful finished object, but also that can help you learn pattern reading while you work! (What specifically are you promoting today?) When: This week in honor of Valentine's Day, February 14 through 20, I'm offering a special low price on my simple pattern tutorials that take the guesswork out of reading a crochet pattern. (Is there a special sale or time frame for your offer?) Where: You can get your copy of the Easy Double Crochet Scarf right here on Ravelry. (You need a free Ravelry account to access it.) (Where can I access your product/service?) Follow me on Instagram: @crochet.colored.glasses (Feel free to add your website and social links in your post.)

Hi, Friends! I have paused a few days on posting as I ponder our path forward here. Also, if you read my earlier post about my trip to the ER and that it turned out that I had a stroke, well… I have a tendency to just keep going as if it never happened and assume I can keep up the same pace. As I sit here with ice on my foot while typing due to a wildly ungraceful tumble I took this morning while taking the trash can to the curb, I realize that I need to make a few tweaks. For our group, I’d like to start by going back a bit to share the history of how the idea for this group came about and what I hope we can accomplish together here. I will start with that tomorrow, as honestly I’m finding it a struggle to think creatively with throbbing toes. 😝🚨 For now I’ll just say as both old and new friends join the group, I can sense your hopefulness for dreams and ideas that you’re excited about achieving and I believe we are all going to support each other forward. 🥰 PS: Will you please say a prayer for my toes, my knee, and my wrist? 🤪 I’m a little banged up at the moment. 🙃 Thank you!