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Knit one, purl one . . . Alexandra Spinners and Weavers Group members Marian Beynon (left) and Arielle Bazley add some more rows to their garments during the popular open day. PHOTO: ALEXIA JOHNSTON

There are potentially new craftspeople among us this week.

The annual Arts and Crafts Alexandra Give it a Go Day was hosted at Alexandra Community House on Sunday, to introduce people to new crafts and hobbies.

Reporter Alexia Johnston went along to find out what was on offer.

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Fine art . . . Glenda McCreadie (front) showcases the art of carding fleece, while Meryl Irvine keeps busy spinning wool during the popular Give it a Go Day. PHOTOS: ALEXIA JOHNSTON
Paying attention . . . Hunter Mason (4) watches closely while Anne Johansen, of the Alexandra Sewing Circle, makes him a wheat bag at the Give it a Go Day. PHOTO: ALEXIA JOHNSTON
Sharing knowledge . . . Anne Dougherty (right) showcases the art of felting to visitors at last weekend’s Give it a Go Day (from left) Jan Graham, Vivien Haig and Jan Fraser. PHOTO: ALEXIA JOHNSTON
Knit one, purl one . . . Alexandra Spinners and Weavers Group members Marian Beynon (left) and Arielle Bazley add some more rows to their garments during the popular open day. PHOTO: ALEXIA JOHNSTON
Over and under . . . A range of crafts, including weaving were on display throughout the day when the annual Arts and Crafts Alexandra Give it a Go Day returned on Sunday. PHOTO: ALEXIA JOHNSTON
Delicate display . . A collection of intricate flowers made from icing by the Central Otago Cake Decorating Club greeted people on arrival. PHOTO: ALEXIA JOHNSTON

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