BBC Radio Derby is trying to break a world record for the most people simultaneously crocheting.
By Jennifer Harby & BBC Radio DerbyA BBC radio station that is seeking to crochet its way into the history books by breaking a world record has seen people travel miles to join in the attempt.
Adrienne Pollich said she had travelled from New York to join in the mass crochet, which is taking place at the Derby Arena from 15:00 GMT. The station is attempting the record to mark the end of an appeal, in which listeners were asked to knit or crochet a blanket for those in need.
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