I started knitting with Laurel when I found myself with more leisure time and remembered how much my Mom enjoyed knitting when I was growing up. I wasn’t at all sure I could do this but was ready to give it a try because, hey, if I didn’t like it that was okay too. Laurel was awesome - so patient and encouraging! Her very professional set up makes it quite easy to see what she is doing and she explains things in a clear and patient manner. My first attempt at a cowl was full of mistakes, but it made me laugh because the classes were fun anyway. That baby had to be ripped out because even the yarn was embarrassed. But with Laurel’s great attitude and reassurance I soldiered on and now I love to knit, especially in the evening watching tv with family. I’ve lost count of the many many cowls I have made - I give them away like summer zucchini, but I love doing the stitch and pattern variations. I’ve made hats (again with Laurel’s expert guidance), gloves, and currently working on a delicate patterned baby blanket. Laurel has taught me so much and has referred me to excellent on-line sources for specific issues (e.g., I’ve done this numerous times but now I just can’t remember how). If I’m really stuck or trying to do something that is leaving me confused, I plug into Laurel for a one-on-one. This whole experience has been so much fun and my friends are loving to use the results. I’m almost done with a sweater (from a sweater class with Laurel) but I’m keeping that for myself.