By breaking a new world record, a local BBC radio station hopes to crochet its way into history.
For an attempt to top the Guinness World Record for the most crocheters working at once, BBC Radio Derby is looking for volunteers.
To break the current record, the station stated that 605 participants were required.
The Singleton Crafters in New South Wales, Australia, accomplished that on April 30, 2017.
To commemorate the conclusion of a successful appeal in which listeners were asked to knit or crochet a blanket for those in need, the station is attempting the record.
The appeal, which is still active through the end of February, has already resulted in the distribution of more than 1,800 blankets throughout East Staffordshire and Derbyshire.
"The response from our listeners to the Make a Blanket appeal was phenomenal and took us all by surprise," said Rachael Gilchrist, executive producer at the station.
"Hundreds and hundreds of people generously donated their time and talents to make these blankets, and the recipients were floored.
"Many people have said it feels like getting a hug.
"We needed a way to mark the conclusion of the appeal, and inviting people to this attempt to break the world record seemed like a great way to say thank you to everyone who participated.
However, we obviously need a lot of people, so anyone who wants to play a role in shaping history is welcome. ".
If more than 605 people crochet at once for 15 minutes, the previous record will be broken.
Attending the event will be Jack Brockbank, an adjudicator for Guinness World Records.
The crowd will be watched by an impartial crochet expert, he said, and stewards will be keeping an eye on the crocheters.
"We need everyone to participate fully and to the best of their abilities in the spirit of the record.
In the event that we are successful, I will present a brand-new Guinness World Records certificate that evening. ".
If the record is set, it will be proposed for consideration for inclusion in the upcoming Guinness World Records publication.
The attempt is scheduled to start at Derby Arena on February 24 at 15:00 GMT.
Participants must have their own wool or yarn, crochet hooks, and be able to crochet for 15 minutes.
Interested parties can sign up via email or by visiting www.bbc.co.uk/radioderby and selecting the Make a Difference button.
Visit for more information on the Make a Difference Make a Blanket campaign. Radioderby can be found at www.bbc.co.uk. then select Make a Blanket Appeal. Additionally, you can learn more on. Facebook. and . Instagram.
