The awesome cowl (top right) was knitted by my Darling Daughter. I LOVE the colors and the yarn is so nice and soft and warm. I knitted the purple scarf with a mix of garter and stockinette stitches in sorta block formation. The socks are a mix of slipper socks (still in the white package bank) with non skid bottoms (4 pairs), and 3 pairs short ankle socks.
Over the last couple of weeks I've blogged about various charities you might like to support; as Bridge and Beyond will cease operations this Dec 31. Please mail your final donations by Dec 24th.
Some of the charities aid the homeless, some pregnant women, some kids transitioning out of foster care, and native Americans on Pine Ridge Reservation. Locations vary, so you might find one of the charities listed is in your area, or close to you like a border state; making postage perhaps less costly.
Below is the listing with a very brief description, but PLEASE click on the links to see details about what they accept, what fiber to use, who benefits from the charity and where to mail items.
Afghans for Pine Ridge (Ravelry Group completed Afghans with options for 6-8- and 12 inch squares)
Red Scarf Project (benefits kids transitioning out of foster care
Warm Up American (Benefits homeless and others in need, rectangles, hats and scarves, or make your own full afghan).
StreetKnit (Benefits homeless in Oklahoma, accepts afghans,lapghans, hats, scarves, gloves, mittens, socks (not store bought); as well as yarn and knitting needles.
Homeless Families Foundation and Faith Mission (benefits homeless for those that are local and can deliver donations in Columbus, Ohio.
Salvation Knitters (Ravelry Group)(benefits two charities in Lansing Michigan, that focus on pregnant mothers and their babies, getting them off the streets.)
Welcome Blankets, Lapghans for Refugees (knitted, crocheted, sewn and or quilted)
