- November 23, 2024
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Who says quilting has to be a solo activity?
One Flagler Beach resident has recently formed a quilting and sewing group that will meet every second and fourth Friday at the Flagler Beach Library, located at 315 7th St. S. The group's creator, Anne Kissel, is hoping to draw needlework enthusiasts from Ormond's beachside, Ormond-by-the-Sea and Flagler Beach to join "Fridays In Stitches."
Kissel decided to form the quilting group after having trouble finding one that is currently meeting, especially on the beachside. When she lived in Connecticut prior to moving to Flagler Beach 9 years ago, she used to form part of one that would meet weekly at a library. Members would quilt, sew, knit or crochet together, and though it wasn't meant to be a teaching class, learning from one another was inevitable.
“I really used to look forward to it," Kissel said. "These are things people will do by themselves at home, all alone, and especially in times like this, it’s nice to get out with people and do a shared activity.”
People need companionship, she added, and if quilting and sewing can be turned into a shared activity, participants will enjoy both impacts. If someone comes to one meeting and learns a new skill, or a new tip, that's a positive experience, she said. People who embroider or do other needlework are also encouraged to join.
Kissel began quilting in the late 1990s, but prior to that, she learned how to sew while enrolled in home economics in school. She's continued to practice the craft throughout her life with various projects.
“I just try things," Kissel said. "You never know what you can do until you try it, and it’s amazing sometimes that you might attempt something and just be surprised at the outcome.”
Group attendance is limited to 15 people, per current library rules about gatherings. To attend, please RSVP by emailing Kissel at [email protected] or calling 203-260-9166.
