Crocheting and Donating Helps Others

Thank you Diana K for your continued support of Bridge and Beyond with your thoughtful donations.  The picture doesn't let you see the hats very well folks, but there are 6 of them.  Additionally Diana has crocheted lots of cotton washcloths.  The cloths are used by folks in the shelters and those on the streets as both washcloths and dishcloths.  Always an item well received.

She also  donated slippers and scarves and other hats; but sadly the 2nd picture is missing.  Thankfully I had written down the number of items she crocheted and donated.

2015 DONATIONS:
Hats: 369+20=389
Scarves 150+4=154
Mittens/Gloves/Wrist Warmers: 84
Slippers: 68+1=69
Rain Poncho's:  105
Cotton Washcloths: 346+18=364
Afghans: 21
Socks: 201
Cowls/Hoody Combo's/ 17
Shawls 2
Misc: items like personal care and things don't fit into above categories aren't counted

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 Hats and Scarves warm the Homeless

Thank you Diana K for this thoughtful donation.  Hats and scarves, some matching sets as well, all beautifully crocheted.  A good variety in hat sizes which is always helpful.  Colors for both the men folk and the ladies.  If you click to enlarge the picture and see details folks, you can see some of the hats with the brim rolled up, and in others I rolled it down so you could see the hat both ways.  Options are always nice.

Keep up the good work Diana.  Many folks will now be warmer, thank you.

2015 DONATIONS:
Hats: 224+14=238
Scarves 89+5=94
Mittens/Gloves/Wrist Warmers: 45
Slippers: 63
Rain Poncho's:  95
Cotton Washcloths: 221
Afghans: 16
Socks: 157
Cowls/Hoody Combo's/ 17
Shawls 1
Misc: items like personal care and things don't fit into above categories aren't counted

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.

Afghans and Hats for the Homeless

 What a fun and interesting color combination for a ripple afghan.  This crocheted ripple afghan is crocheted and donated by our friend Diana K, you saw the first part of her recent donation back a few posts.  Scroll if you missed it folks.  These colors are very fall like and the bright green really makes the whole thing pop.  The afghan will be loved by the family receiving it.  Nice work Diana.

 Diana's been busy...look at all these crocheted hats.  Lots of heads will be warmed.  Appreciate those solid darker colors........great not only for men, but work so well for all.  The hat style has a nice brim which makes the portion by the ears warmer, and or can be unrolled for added length........great style for fitting lots of different head sizes.

Looks the same, but it's sorta different.  This little ghan will be perfect for either a little girl or little boy, could also be used as a lapghan.  You can see it's slightly different in color then the larger family ghan above.  

Keep up the good work Diana K.

**remember folks larger donations are divided up to reduce the number of pictures per post and give the blog better coverage.**

Have you noticed any changes on the blog???
Please stay tuned folks for totals.  All items received prior to the end of 2014 will be tallied in that year, even though the posts will appear in the year 2015.  

2014 DONATIONS:
Hats: 908+23=931
Scarves: 489
Socks: 199
Afghans: 30+2=32
Slippers: 108
Rain Ponchos: 61
Mittens & Gloves:130
Wrist Warmers/Fingerless gloves: 4
Cotton Washcloths: 331
Misc. (Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, cowls/mobius,  and Shrugs 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.

Crocheted Hats and Scarves for the Homeless

 Two more photo's folks of Diana K's awesome donation.  She and her hook have reportedly been on fire.  her neighbors have gotten out their garden hoses to soak she and her hooks down for fear of the fire spreading, lol!  Seriously folks, have you been following along daily over these past dozen or so blog posts here on Bridge and Beyond, you've noted lots of crocheted goodies from our generous friend Diana.  Here are some person care items, hats, scarves, and cotton washcloths to round out her 2 large boxes of donations.

Recently I thought spreading less out on my work table to photo graph at a time made for better pictures with the limited light I have available in my work area in the basement.  Thus the multiple posts.  I do think you can see the donated items better.  Now if I could solve the problem of my font continually changing as I type I'd be a happy camper.  Will try to decipher the settings on the blog and see what's going on.  I like this font better then the tiny font above, but can't figure out why it keeps changing?

Once again thank you Diana for your dedication!

2014 DONATIONS:
Hats: 590+5=595
Scarves: 318+4=322
Socks: 110
Afghans: 15
Slippers: 77
Rain Ponchos: 61
Mittens & Gloves: 68
Cotton Washcloths: 242+5=247
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

**PLEASE check the item specific tab across the top of the blog (hats, scarves, mittens, slippers, etc. ) for necessary information regarding size, colors, and fibers.  Please note what to avoid using with regard to stitches, colors, and fibers.  It's important we ensure the items we donate truly meet the need of those we serve**

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.

Donating is good for the Soul

Thank you Diana K for your on going support of our cause here on Bridge and Beyond.  Warming Ohio's Homeless is a job that just doesn't go away.  These has been an especially brutal winter and I fear even with the days on the calendar saying spring is close...it isn't by a long shot.  As I write this scheduled post we still have snow on the ground.

Our knitting and crocheting  serves several purposes.  It gives us who are blessed with a roof over our heads the ability to give back, a way to show our gratitude for what we have.  It gives us the ability to physically warm someone in need, and it gives us the ability to give someone hope for a better tomorrow.  Homemade items made from our hearts tell that cold homeless person, someone cares.  Someone cares about you and that's pretty special.

Keep your yarn close folks, the need is great.

2014 Donations:
Hats: 227+1=228
Scarves: 90+2=92
Socks: 46
Afghans: 11
Slippers: 25
Rain Ponchos: 
Mitten: 9
Cotton Washcloths: 56+44=100
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, etc. : 5
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care items.

**PLEASE REMEMBER

• ADD A NOTE WITH YOUR NAME AND EMAIL TO YOUR DONATION 
• AVOID USING WHITE, BEIGE, TAN, AND OTHER LIGHT COLORS, DUE TO THE DIRT FACTOR
• ALWAYS READ THE TAB ASSOCIATED WITH THE ITEM YOU'RE MAKING BEFORE YOU KNIT OR CROCHET AND MAIL TO BE CERTAIN YOU MEET THE NECESSARY GUIDELINES

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.

Warm and Toasty

As promised a better picture of this afghan from Diana K.  YOu saw it all folded up last time, and here it is (already tabulated), laid out after being laundered.  Who doesn't love a ripple.  A ripple and granny squares aren't those the first two designs that pop into your head when you think of a traditional afghan!

Awesome work, again Diana K, thank you.
**Stay tuned for donations from: Karen J from Illinois, Sandra R from Florida,  B. Torio from Ohio, Brenda H from Texas, and Sue F from Ohio.

2014 Donations:
Hats: 61
Scarves:50
Socks: 4
Afghans: 8
Slippers: 10
Rain Ponchos: 
Mitten: 4
Cotton Washcloths: 44
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 
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.

Peach Tree State Crochet Keeps Ohio's Homeless Warm

Take a good look folks at this wonderful donation from our good friend and supporter, Diana K from Georgia.  Hats, Scarves, and an afghan.  In order to get it all on the table to photograph you may not be able to see everything well...but please click to enlarge so you can see things in detail.  Nice solid colors, red, green, and blue....though I know it looks sorta purple on my computer, it's good old blue folks.  Wish I understood why blue's and purple's don't often come through well in pictures here on the net?

The scarves are very nicely sized for adults, both men and women; nice and wide and long enough to wrap up in.  Have gotten some pretty small scarves lately folks, so please recheck the scarf tab for the appropriate sizing.  Scarves should be no narrower then 4 inches wide and no shorter then 4.5 feet long for children, obviously longer for women and longer still for men.  I generally make scarves as tall if not taller then the person so they can be doubled up for warmth.  Teens should be as large as adults.

The ghan is red and green, a good ripple and we all love ripples.  Stay tuned for a separate picture of it on down the road  when I can lay it out in a more appropriate location.  Diana also included some personal care items (soap).

Thank you, please keep up the good work of keeping Ohioan's warm from Peach Tree State.

2014 Donations:
Hats: 13+6=19
Scarves: 10+9=19
Socks: 4
Afghans: 7+1=8
Slippers: 7
Rain Ponchos: 
Mitten:
Cotton Washcloths: 18
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 
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

**Remember folks to always include a removable tag on your slippers, mittens, and hats with the size you made**

***Please remember to check the tabs across the top of the blog, included in each tab is necessary information about which fibers to use, as well as which fibers to avoid.  Example please avoid using novelty yarn, and suede for all items being donated.

Hey folks, just noticed this post #1200 for this blog!

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.