Currents Spring 2020 (Vol. 36, No. 1) | Page 23

T H I N O U R C LU B Stitch ’ n ’ Bitch “2020 sure looks to be another eventful year in our small crafty realm of the AWCH.” Our Stitch ’n’ Bitch group has been especially busy these past 6 months finishing many beautiful handmade projects, contributing to the FAWCO Friendship Quilt, and donating many more heart pillows and drainage bottle bags to aid in breast cancer patients recovery. And 2020 looks sure to be another eventful year in our small crafty realm of the AWCH. Early in 2019, we found a per- manent meeting room with full kitchen facilities at the Joshua Gemeinde church in Altona. Each member pays 3 per session she at- tends, which goes directly to the church. Considering the cost to rent a space this size, this is an ex- tremely small price to pay and has not discouraged our members from attending. On the contrary, the number of members attend- ing Stitch ’n’ Bitch every other Tuesday has actually increased, and we are thrilled to have many new faces joining us in the last 12 months! We now have the room to accommodate a larger group and those who have animal allergies. In October, the From the Heart Pillow Project held a work- ing bee for the first time at the church and we produced over 50 pillows and close to 60 drain- age bottle bags. An amazing ef- fort by all who offered their time. These were promptly do- nated to the ever-grateful Helios Mariahilf hospital in Harburg. Shortly before Christmas SnB moved temporarily to Studio 42 in Altona, due to renovations at the church. This arrangement will continue for the time being, until we are able to survey what awaits us at the church after renova- tions are complete. A big thanks to Shelley G. for welcoming us to her Studio every other Tuesday. Our plans for the first half of 2020 are to continue to meet in a friendly Runde and share our crafting hobbies, plates of nibbles, and wine. We are all looking for- ward to another wonderful year of making and creating together, while we eat, laugh, and support each other through all the trials and tribulations of living abroad. We are open to all members and encourage any of you who would like to join us for one day, or on a regular basis to come see what it’s all about! Don’t think you’re crafty? Why not come learn a new craft from one of the many talented regulars or simply bring a project you need time and space to complete? This could include making a photo book on your laptop, a recipe folder or some cathartic colouring in. You won’t find any judgement here. by Tracy M . .and Jess M . . Hamburger Helpers The Hamburger Helpers in Blankenese have started the year on a positive note with our walking group. We have also initiated a birthday list for the newsletter every two weeks and sent out a birthday wish to congratulate members on their special day. by Charis H . . www.awchamburg.org 23