Slippers give folks in shelters, even the men who might only be there a night or two the opportunity to put something clean and dry on their feet. It gives the ability to wash their socks. Clean dry feet make everyone more comfortable. Beyond comfort, having dry warm feet also improves health conditions.
Slippers help take off the chill for those living in temporary shelter quarters where heat often isn't as good as it could be. PLEASE consider using bulky yarn, or double yarn, or making two slippers and put them together for thickness and durability. PLEASE consider using single crochet or hdc stitches vs double crochet if you're crocheting with regular worsted weight yarn...or even drop down a hook size or two to tighten up the stitches.
2013 Donations:
Hats: 788
Scarves: 444
Socks: 347
Afghans: 51
Slippers: 195
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 137
Cotton Wash Clothes: 701
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 17
Misc. Items: include personal care, headbands, hand-warmers, cowls/gators/neckwarners and all meal prep related items, Dolls, associated items, stuffed/crocheted/knitted toys... etc aren't tabulated
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.
Beautiful job Marie. I especially love the pink and purple girlie one in the center. There will be some happy heads from your generous donation. These look nice and warm and are a cute style. What a nice gift. GOOD JOB. ;)
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