Tassie’s Great Balls of Fibre men’s group in stitches

A group of Tasmanian men who enjoy knitting, crochet, quilting, (in fact just about any craft!), get together the first Sunday of every month.

Published: 7 September 2025
  • tas
  • 7 September 2025
  • Hobart City Council

Bring your project, start something new, or just drop in to see what it's all about.

That's the invitation to all Tassie blokes from Great Balls of Fire - a Hobart crafting group that helps connect men and improve mental health.

Isolation and loneliness, particularly in older men, are problems that City of Hobart is trying to reduce through this crafty get together.

It's held at Criterion House, part of Mathers House, a community hub for positive ageing and inclusivity.

For more information about the group and their meetings, plus more events for healthy ageing, click the link below.