A blog friend recently commissioned me to make this crochet-covered stone for a friend of hers. This friend lives down on the gulf coast, and her family are shrimp fisherman. The idea was to make the crochet in a net-like pattern. I thought it was a lovely gesture to send such a gift to a friend who is under great stress and uncertainty right now.
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By the way, you may be interested in joining with Hands Across the Sand on Saturday, June 26th. In the words of the organizers, "this is a movement made of people of all walks of life and crosses political affiliations. This movement is not about politics; it is about protection of our costal economies, oceans, marine wildlife, and fishing industry. Let us share our knowledge, energies, and passion for protecting all of the above from the devastating effects of oil drilling."
The event next weekend will have people heading to their local beaches to hold hands, making a human chain as far as possible along the shore. The image will be powerful - photos will be taken to send to our political leaders and legislators. The event is international. When you click over to their website from my link above, you can find a map of locations near you. I'll be in Wellfleet on Cape Cod that day, and plan to join an event there.