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Start simple:

Aaliyah – crochet

or just:

new here

That actually sounds really nice, especially doing it together like that.

I like that “all types of fun things” is a wide range. What’s something you’ve been wanting to try but haven’t started yet?

I’m really glad you said, “to see if I still got it.” That feeling is real. What have you been working on with your girls so far?

I really like that you shared this at the beginning stage instead of waiting until it’s finished. What made you decide to start this piece today?

Show & Tell (no pressure)

Finished or not, this is just a quick drop-in.

Where are you with it right now?

1. just started
2. in the middle
3. almost done
4. paused it

You can just pick a number.

That’s a great way to describe it! the refining process is where a lot of the learning really happens. Do you feel like that early experience connects at all to how you approach making now? Sometimes those first pieces shape more than we realize.

That sounds like a fun project and a good way to practice something specific! Are you planning to follow one pattern, or just experiment and see what works as you go?

That makes a lot of sense. I think a lot of people come into it the same way, wanting to create something real after spending so much time consuming. Are you thinking more about making things for yourself first or eventually selling them too?

I felt this.

The internet makes everything look so advanced, it’s easy to forget most people started with something really simple.

A good source that I used when I first started crocheting was YouTube, thats where I learn that socks, hats, and blankets were a good place to start when it comes to practicing crochet stitches.

What made you want to…

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One of the nice things about making is that there’s always something new to learn.

Right now I’m still learning on improving my crochet tension, it’s amazing how much difference small adjustments make.

Sometimes learning a craft takes patience, and sometimes it means starting a project over a few times.

If you’re comfortable sharing: What craft are…

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I’ve been thinking about how most of us start making things long before we feel “good” at it. The first thing I ever made was a small crochet piece that was very uneven, but I remember feeling proud just to have finished it. Sometimes those early projects stay with us because they remind us that making is really about learning and…

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What do you enjoy making?

What are you working on this week?

Pick one:

1. starting something
2. stuck somewhere
3. almost done
4. not touching it today

One thing I’ve been thinking about lately is how different creative rhythm feels as an adult.

Sometimes it’s slow.
Sometimes we start something and don’t finish it.
Sometimes life is just too full.

And sometimes the quiet moments with our hands are the only calm part of the day.

So let’s keep this simple.

How does it feel right…

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Yes, please join in. We are excited that you are here!

I’m reading whatever’s shared here with care, even if the answers stay quiet for now.

If you ever chose to use a space like CLIMB, what would you hope it helped with most?

Learning something new?

Finishing projects?

Feeling less rushed?

You don’t have to answer.

This question is here even if you just want to sit with it.

I’m trusting this pace, even when it feels countercultural. Thanks for being here while it takes shape.

CLIMB is being kept small right now on purpose.

I’m paying attention to where things feel confusing or heavy and adjusting before inviting more people in.

Nothing here needs to move quickly.

If something feels unclear, you’re welcome to say so, quietly or publicly.

That helps more than activity ever could.

This distinction matters to me. Making for joy and curiosity deserves just as much space as making for growth.

CLIMB isn’t just for people building a business.

It’s also for:

hobbyists who make for joy

passionate makers who love the process

people returning to their hands after a break

You don’t have to grow something here unless you want to.

Making for its own sake belongs too.

Saying this out loud felt important. I’ve needed this kind of permission myself more than once.

A quick note for anyone wondering if they’re “doing CLIMB right”:

There’s no requirement to post, share, or participate on a timeline.

You can read, leave, and come back months from now.

This isn’t the kind of place that punishes you for being quiet.

I wanted to start this way because I know how intimidating it can feel to be early somewhere. This space isn’t meant to rush anyone.

Welcome to CLIMB.

If you’re here, you don’t need to introduce yourself or explain why.
Some people join just to read. Some come back later. Some stay quiet for a long time.

That’s all okay here.

I’ll be quietly tending the space and adding things as we go.
You’re welcome to look around at your own pace.

Midweek pause: how has crafting helped you slow down this week? Even 5 minutes counts. This thread is always open for reflections.

Ongoing thread: What’s the most unexpected place or moment you’ve found inspiration for a project? Share your story here anytime.

Welcome Jorden,

We are excited to have you here! Thank you for joining the CLIMB!

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— CLIMB Stewards

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This space is for Explorers starting out. You don’t need a full introduction.

Just pick one and reply:

• your name
• what you like making
• or just say “new here”

Short is enough.

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