Jecsan Diaz is talking to local hospitals to offer her club’s services. Crafty C.U.B.S. isn’t big. It only has four members, all of whom started last year. But this year, they’re looking to expand their base and do more for those in need.

“We do it to help our community with something that’s handcrafted and made with love,” junior Yessenia Cornejo said.

Crafty C.U.B.S. is a group that knits and crochets simple things like hats and scarves, and donates them to those in need. Even if you don’t know how to start, the club will help you learn.

“It’s not a class, it’s more of a hangout. It’s something you can come to after school to do and relax, and you happen to be helping people,” Cornejo said.

The relaxed dynamic makes it easy to spend time with friends, and unwind after a stressful school week. The club can provide a much-needed release for students, with a space to work and people to talk to.

“We’re all so close together, we feel like a family, and I want people to join in on that,” junior Johana Cano said.

Since it’s only the beginning of the school year, nothing is really finalized. The club members are working on how to get the word out, and organizing potential projects to start and donate throughout the year.

“I’m trying to find hospitals to take in our work,” junior Jecsan Diaz said. “They haven’t confirmed yet, but it’ll mostly likely be Texas Children’s Hospital.”

Meetings are held on Thursdays in room 2211, and supervised by math teacher Mrs. Beery.

“We ask people if they know how to crochet or knit, and set out our plans for the year. Then we start off doing simple knitting techniques,” Diaz said.

Senior members can help teach newcomers, so it doesn’t matter if you’ve never seen a knitting needle before. You don’t need to buy any supplies, either, unless you want to take projects home. Other than that, materials are provided.

“Come in. Eat a snack, talk, knit,” Cornejo said.

Besides being a quiet place to relax, the members also drive home other appeals to joining.

“It’s important to be creative,” Cano said. “If you’re applying for college, they look at stuff like that. Our club is crafting and being creative, and it’s the most important thing people look for.”