Two years ago, members of the local knitting group, Knoxville Needle Exchange, volunteered their time, money and nimble fingers to the Fantasy of Trees, East Tennessee Children’s Hospital benefit. Their handmade ornaments were auctioned off and the proceeds were then used to buy medical equipment.

This year, they made a bigger tree.

We found them, tucked away in a corner of Knoxville’s convention center putting the finishing touches on their display.

After a little investigation, we discovered that the group has been crafting non-stop since June to get ready for this event. They told us that it’s, “simply an excuse to get together,” but to U.S. Cellular, it’s more than that. Before we left, we thanked them for taking the time to talk to us and most importantly, for taking the time to make all of these beautiful things.