June 16 marked our first Crafty Group gathering at our new venue, the Wharf Hotel. Although the room we had booked was being used by hotel management, we were directed to two long tables upstairs on the ground floor. Six of us arrived early to enjoy a meal and agreed the lighting would do just fine—at least, until one of our members arrived and immediately commented on how dark it was! In good spirits, she added that she wouldn't grumble if everyone else was happy—only to be told she was still wearing her sunglasses!
After a chuckle and a group consensus, we relocated to a brighter spot and settled into our crafting. A special highlight of the day was celebrating the achievement of our newest member, who was inspired during a recent Queenscliff getaway to pick up knitting needles again after many years. She was handed a ball of wool and a pair of needles at our next gathering, and since then, has already completed four scarves, which will be donated to Cottage by the Sea. You can admire her beautiful work in one of the photos!