Bringing Joy to Ohio's Homeless

A very special thank you to Joy D, for this awesome donation.  Hats and scarves, crocheted in many colors sized to fit a variety of people in need.  Joy's work is always so nicely done, solid stitches that hold up well in the elements and provide lots of warmth.  Joy and I are former high school classmates.  We recently had our 45th (wow that's a lot of years) class reunion.  She not only has crocheted, and donated and supported our mission here on Bridge and Beyond many times, but she hand carried this donation on the plane!  That's what I call very special.  

Great work Joy, please keep it up.  Wonderful to see you again at the reunion, hope it's not another 5 years before we're able to visit...knowing our next reunion will be the BIG 50!

Please remember folks, open lacy stitches aren't warm, and tend not to hold up well in the cold wet weather here in Ohio.  Stitches should be close together, please avoid using stitches your fingers can easily poke through and or you can see through.  Broom stick lace, mile a minute type patterns etc don't meet the needs of those we serve.

*Folks please remember not to knot and cut with knitted or crocheted items.  Knots are always the weakest link in any garment or project.  Always leave tails when changing colors or adding yarn and work in your tails to avoid un-raveling.**

2014 DONATIONS:
Hats: 538+9=547
Scarves: 300+9=309
Socks: 101
Afghans: 15
Slippers: 69
Rain Ponchos: 55
Mittens & Gloves: 63
Cotton Washcloths: 217
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 13
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers/fingerless gloves and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care item

Reminder to everyone to please avoid using pastels, white, and beige.  Dark colors are best for men, women, and children.  Dark colors work for everyone and help with not showing the dirt as easily

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.