Slipper, Socks, Poncho's aid the Homeless

Thank you AnneMarie for your on going support of Bridge and Beyond.  AnneMarie has been with us for a good while and is always very generous and very supportive.  She's crocheted 10 pairs of slippers in various sizes, and labeled them with size.  She also included personal care items in her donation for the homeless, as well as poncho's.  The plastic poncho's are always so well received.  Trying to stay dry, even when the weather's warmer isn't all that easy to do when you're out in the elements. 

And wet feet, never good so the socks she also donated are awesome.  As always, many thanks and please keep up the good work AnneMarie!

**Reminder folks to avoid using novelty yarns and suede, avoid using white, beige and other pastels, avoid lots of stripes (solids are always better for all ages), avoid bright colors as homeless do not like to call attention to themselves (with the outside garmets like hats and scarves)...so the nice darker colors are always preferred AND they don't show the dirt as much.  Please label all hats, mittens, and slippers with size.**

2014 DONATIONS:
Hats: 489
Scarves: 275
Socks: 65+10=75
Afghans: 12
Slippers: 47+10=57
Rain Ponchos: 5+50=55
Mittens & Gloves: 57
Cotton Washcloths: 181
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 8
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers/fingerless gloves and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care items

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

New Helping Hands aid Ohio's Homeless.

Thank you Jen C for this thoughtful donation and for your special delivery, both are greatly appreciated.   Jen is our newest pair of helping hands.  We LOVE having more helping hands and are thrilled to have you join us.  We look forward to seeing you here often on Bridge and Beyond with wonderful skills.  Many thanks!  Please keep up the good work.  Jen has also included some personal care items.

Folks things have been really quiet here on the blog, as I've been working alot more hours and trying to squeeze in lots of walking time to help with the arthritis in my knee.  I'm happy to say it's helping, swelling down and pain level is better; but it does take time and I'm in need of catching up here on Bridge and Beyond and with you all all.

I hope you're all enjoying your summer, and keeping your yarn, hooks and needles close at hand.  Many thanks for all you do to help Ohio's homeless and those in need.  The cause is great.


2014 DONATIONS:
Hats: 486+3=489
Scarves: 274+1=275
Socks: 65
Afghans: 12
Slippers: 47
Rain Ponchos: 5
Mittens & Gloves: 52+5=57
Cotton Washcloths: 177+4=181
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 8
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers/fingerless gloves and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care items


All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Crocheted Donations Always Appreciated

Thank you Rose Marie for your on going support and crocheted donations for Bridge and Beyond.  Rose Marie has donated lots of personal care items, crocheted cotton washcloths, hats, scarves, slippers, and a  headband.  Rose Marie has been a long time supporter, someone we've come to know from her designs on women's accessories.  

We appreciate your longevity Rose Marie!

2014 DONATIONS:
Hats: 484+2=486
Scarves: 273+1=274
Socks: 65
Afghans: 12
Slippers: 46+1=47
Rain Ponchos: 5
Mittens & Gloves: 52
Cotton Washcloths: 172+5=177
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 8
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers/fingerless gloves and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care items

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Crocheted Donations for Those in Need

Thank you, Thank you Gail B.  Gail has been a long time and very generous supporter for Bridge and Beyond.  Many thanks for all you do Gail, truly it is greatly appreciated.  Gail does such beautiful work, and always thinks about our Men who often get so much less then the women and children.  Gail has crocheted and donated hats, scarves...many of which are matching sets.  She's included personal care items.

And she's included socks.  This is such a nice variety in colors for both men and women, colors that blend so nicely with a variety of coat colors AND, they aren't colors that stand out.  This is something so very much appreciated by the men and women living in the elements and in the shelters.  Not standing out with bright colors can often help them with being protected.

As always, PLEASE keep up the good work Gail B.

2014 DONATIONS:
Hats: 475+9=484
Scarves: 263+10=273
Socks: 56+9=65
Afghans: 12
Slippers: 46
Rain Ponchos: 5
Mittens & Gloves: 52
Cotton Washcloths:172
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 8
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers/fingerless gloves and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care items

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.