The July 2026 Crochet Guild of America Retreat took place at the Guest House at Graceland – actually a luxury hotel in Memphis. I played tourist during the day, then after dinner they inducted me into the Jean Leinhauser Crochet Hall of Fame. I thanked everyone and talked about my background and tapestry crochet, then a long book signing line formed. I’m usually the one asking for photos and autographs, but the tables were turned because they asked me! I’m so honored to have been chosen by such a talented group of crocheters.
CGOA posted my Hall of Fame talk on their YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2DRnzzwWhk&t=7s It was wonderful to be surrounded by such a talented and warm group of crochet enthusiasts!
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