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Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Scarves, May's Focus

crocheted scarvesThree wonderful crocheted scarves to help towards our May focus of scarves from Paula in Missouri. Thank you Paula! These scarves are fabulous, they are nice and big for our men and color appropriate for them too. Very soft and warm, nice tight stitches. I think from looking she might have used hdc? Or are they sc? I'm not sure. Love the look of them being made lengthwise. How many did you chain, Paula?

I know it's May, and that means it's Spring and many of you may be wondering why we're still busy knitting and crocheting and asking for warm things. It's still Cold, and wet here in Central Ohio. Yesterday's temperatures were barely in the 40's, but according to the temperature index it felt 34, that's only 2 degress above freezing. It's still plenty cold. It's still raining almost daily, damp and cold people still need warmth, and will for probably awhile despite some sun here and there...So, please keep up your efforts, they are needed and appreciated.

When the weather does truly break we'll continue to sort and store and be ready when it turns ugly again, generally it does quickly and unexpectly.

I've added a calendar, a working calendar to the tab area across the top of the blog to aid those who like to know what we've done, and what we'll be doing, focus wise.

I've announced an extension of the comment contest for several reasons (being out of town, and blogger being out of commission for a couple of days). If you're not yet up to speed, please click on the badge in the side bar, or the tab across the top. You can't win, if you don't enter. To enter you must leave a comment to that effect on the contest page. Amy, Linda, and Karen are you in? I've kept track of your other comments; but was unsure if you wanted in since you didn't leave word there.

Whenever I'm out of town, my neighbor brings your donations in, so not to worry. However, my letting you know they've been received will be delayed.

2011
 Scarves 188+3=191
Hats 302
 Mittens (gloves) 66
Socks 74
 Slippers 37
Ghans 29 (2 went to Pine Street Earlier)
Squares 241
Sweaters 5
Ponchos 43
Cotton Washcloths 4

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated, and all donations keep someone warm. We help, one stitch at a time. YOU truly DO make a difference. THANK YOU!
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19 comments:

  1. Sally from NJMay 17, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    What a handsome donation! Thanks so much, Paula and keep you hook flying!!

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  2. psmflowerladyMay 17, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Thos are just stunning. Perfect for the men! And so thoughtful - shout out Paula!

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  3. nancy blanchongMay 17, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Those are WONDERFUL!! Great work!

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  4. Batflit61May 17, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    very fashionable colors for all. Nice work... Sandie in FL

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  5. Batflit61May 17, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    very fashionable colors for all. Nice work... Sandie in FL

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  6. YvonneMay 17, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    I love these colors and they do look warm. Our weather here in ND has been much wetter and colder than normal also.

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  7. SandyMay 17, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    Thanks ladies for all the nice comments and your visits.

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  8. Harvest Hill FarmMay 17, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    Thanks for the compliments! I chained 200 stitches to start; used a size K crochet hook, and yes, it is all done in hdc. I had an uncle who took up crocheting when he retired so he could stay awake in the evening while watching T.V. Then, he was able to sleep when he went to bed. I'm following in his footsteps.

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  9. SandyMay 18, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    Great feedback Harvest, thanks, appreciate it. They are such a nice length I wondered about the chain and have made myself a note.

    Cute story about your uncle

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  10. AnonymousMay 18, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    Wondering what yarn Paula used for her men's scarves? They are great! Thanks.

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  11. Harvest Hill FarmMay 18, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    The yarn is Red Heart "Super Saver" 100% acrylic, made in the U.S.A., albeit from imported fibers. I always try to buy "made in the U.S.A." yarn if at all possible; that's why I gave up using Vanna's yarn--it isn't.

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  12. SandyMay 18, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Thanks Harvest for popping back in to post about the yarn!

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  13. JamesMay 18, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    The working calendar is great! Thanks for putting that up.

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  14. KarenMay 18, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    The scarves are great! And yes Sandy, I want to be in your contest.

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  15. SandyMay 18, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Good good Karen, you should hop over the contest thread and leave a comment, though I marked you down

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  16. SandyMay 18, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Glad you saw it James, and liked it...

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  17. PattyMay 21, 2011 at 1:21 AM

    Red Heart is my favorite yarn...might try this pattern

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  18. SandyMay 21, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    go for it Patty, they are really nice scarves, soft too

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  19. missilebirdMay 26, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    Great scarves, they look nice and warm!

    Sandy---love the calendar feature you added, it'll be so easy to see what the focus projects are!

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