Rose Garden has been completed. It's still damp in above picture, as it's being blocked here after it was laundered. Such variety in this ghan. Knitted squares and rectangles, crocheted squares and rectangles. Sizes variety alot too from 5 inches or thereabouts at the small end up to around 12 inches. As this afghan for Faith Mission progessed I made a few changes from the previous design and in the works picture Here. Needed to make some changes due to size and fit. I think the previous picture shows the color better. You know how light seems to change the colors in pictures.
Donations that made this ghan possible come from Karen V, Joy, RoseMarie, and Yvonne. There were others, nameless others who donated squares from a long ago defunct group. Additionally, the yarn I used for edging and the border are left over from the yarn my DD, Christine used to make her Vacation ghan for our homeless and battered ladies at Faith Mission.
Thank you all for making this possible. All your efforts are appreciated.
Here's a close up of the border. I did not use black, though the picture makes it look like I did on the edge of the ghan or the edges of the squares, it was very dark forest green; and the scallops are dusty rose.
Work continues on your squares, so stay turned for additional design photo's and finished afghans.
2011
Scarves 152
Hats 233
Mittens (gloves)56
Socks 56
Slippers 34
Ghans 12+1=13
Squares 188
Sweaters 5
**Sock it to Me still active for a few days, please check back to see our April focus....has something to do with Rain, that seems appropriate, doesn't it?**
***Did you check out The Humanitarian Award? If not, please do so by clicking on the badge in the sidebar*** Thank you to all who made that possible
****Though Spring is a reality (somedays), we are still in need, so keep you hooks and needle flying and make hats, scarves, mittens, and slippers****
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!
Mission Statement
GOAL FOR AFGHANS
Afghans
Goal: 30
Start: #24
Current: 26
Goal: 30
Start: #24
Current: 26
0.8666%
START
END
Friday, March 25, 2011
Rose Garden is Completed
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Knitted hats for Ohio's Homeless
Look at these fabulous knitted hats from our long time and good friend, Bunny. Please click to enlarge so you can see the details. Bunny, as always these are wonderful, and so very much appreciated. Six knitted hats of varying sizes to warm 6 cold people in need. Not only will they be warm, but they'll be stylish.
Many thanks Bunny for your on going support, it is truly appreciated.
2011
Scarves 152
Hats 227+6=233
Mittens (gloves)56
Socks 56
Slippers 34
Ghans 12
Squares 188
Sweaters 5
**Please remember to include your name, email address or group I know you from (The Ville, Hive, and or RAV. etc. with your handmade donations.** Thank You
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!
Many thanks Bunny for your on going support, it is truly appreciated.
2011
Scarves 152
Hats 227+6=233
Mittens (gloves)56
Socks 56
Slippers 34
Ghans 12
Squares 188
Sweaters 5
**Please remember to include your name, email address or group I know you from (The Ville, Hive, and or RAV. etc. with your handmade donations.** Thank You
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!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Head shoulders knees and toes
If you're as old as me you might remember the song, "Head Shoulders, knee's and toe, knee's and toes. Head shoulder knees and toes knees and toes, eyes and ears and mouth and nose....head shoulders knees and toes." That came to mind as I look at the thoughtful crocheted donation from our good friend RoseMarie. RoseMarie has covered, head, shoulders and toes. 5 hats, 4 scarves, and a darling pair of slippers. In addition, she's fashioned several cute headbands.
Remember folks all pictures on the blogs can be clicked on to see a larger version. When you need or want to see more detail, please click. I've started decreasing slightly the size of the picture showing on the blog as a means of reducing a bit how much space I'm using. Trying to stretch out the space given to us here on blogspot. Clicking above will show you the cute details of the little flowers RoseMarie has added to her crocheted hats, scarves, and slippers.
2011
Scarves 148+4=152
Hats 222+5=227
Mittens (gloves)56
Socks 56
Slippers 33+1=34
Ghans 12
Squares 188
Sweaters 5
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!
Remember folks all pictures on the blogs can be clicked on to see a larger version. When you need or want to see more detail, please click. I've started decreasing slightly the size of the picture showing on the blog as a means of reducing a bit how much space I'm using. Trying to stretch out the space given to us here on blogspot. Clicking above will show you the cute details of the little flowers RoseMarie has added to her crocheted hats, scarves, and slippers.
2011
Scarves 148+4=152
Hats 222+5=227
Mittens (gloves)56
Socks 56
Slippers 33+1=34
Ghans 12
Squares 188
Sweaters 5
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!
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Knitted Scarves from Pennsylvania
5 Knitted scarves from our latest pair of helping hands, Mary A. from PA. Mary was recruited by her sister, Joy. (read previous post). Thank you Mary, we appreciate you and your knitting needles joining the cause. We hope to see you often here on Bridge and Beyond.
Pompoms on a scarf, what a cute and creative idea. Can't you see some little girls face showing how excited she is to wear this cute scarf!
Please check the lists. Is your name listed on the list without a blog? Have you started blogging since? If so, please leave your name and blog url so you can be added to the list of bloggers who donate. Is your state listed beside your name? If not, please leave that information in your comment here on the blog so that too can be updated. Trying hard to get everyone properly listed and added to the map, so we can see how many states we have big hearted knitters and crocheters from. Having people listed with the state they're from will also be a big aid in identifying donations.
2011
Scarves 143+5=148
Hats 222
Mittens (gloves)56
Socks 56
Slippers 33
Ghans 12
Squares 188
Sweaters 5
**Have you read about Sock it to Me? If not, please do. It's our special focus for the month of March. Click for details in the sidebar. Please feel free to ad the blog badge to your blog to help spread the word.
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!
Pompoms on a scarf, what a cute and creative idea. Can't you see some little girls face showing how excited she is to wear this cute scarf!
Please check the lists. Is your name listed on the list without a blog? Have you started blogging since? If so, please leave your name and blog url so you can be added to the list of bloggers who donate. Is your state listed beside your name? If not, please leave that information in your comment here on the blog so that too can be updated. Trying hard to get everyone properly listed and added to the map, so we can see how many states we have big hearted knitters and crocheters from. Having people listed with the state they're from will also be a big aid in identifying donations.
2011
Scarves 143+5=148
Hats 222
Mittens (gloves)56
Socks 56
Slippers 33
Ghans 12
Squares 188
Sweaters 5
**Have you read about Sock it to Me? If not, please do. It's our special focus for the month of March. Click for details in the sidebar. Please feel free to ad the blog badge to your blog to help spread the word.
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!
Monday, March 21, 2011
Joy, spreading the word
9 Great crocheted squares with cheery colors from my friend Joy. Joy is an old high school friend of mine. Some time we back we got re-connected on Facebook. I've had the pleasure of working some of her previous squares into afghans for our folks at Faith Mission and look forward to adding these to the mix.
Joy is helping us in a 2nd way too. She's recruited her sister to help knit for the cause. Sweet! Love seeing the word spread, and love getting new helping hands. Stay tuned for tomorrow's post will feature Joy's sister, Mary from PA.
Just popped in to edit this post (since as you know all are written and in que), so I could add a Thank You to Bev. Qualheim. I've added an award from her to this blog. The Humanitarian Award. I hope you all realize this award goes out to each and everyone of you who've knitted, crocheted, sent socks etc for this cause; and Rae for her hand delivery and caring to The Bridge Folks and those at the 2 Free Clinics, and to my Brother Chuck and SIL, Jan for aiding in my delivery of items to those in need. If you click on the badge in the sidebar, you'll be taken to one of Bev's blogs. Bev is well known in knitting, crocheting, and charity circles. Thank You for the award, and thank you to all who've made it possible. This is not a one man show, but a true team effort.
2011
Scarves 143
Hats 222
Mittens (gloves)56
Socks 56
Slippers 33
Ghans 12
Squares 179+9=188
Sweaters 5
**Is there someone you know who knits or crochets or looms? Have you told them about our mission? Is there someone you can recruit? Please help us spread the word, the need is great. Get busy chatting folks, you just never know when you'll run into someone with the ability to lend a hand. Thank You**
Just noticed this post #374...wow, we're getting close to another milestone folks. Only 26 posts away from 400! Woot Woot
Joy is helping us in a 2nd way too. She's recruited her sister to help knit for the cause. Sweet! Love seeing the word spread, and love getting new helping hands. Stay tuned for tomorrow's post will feature Joy's sister, Mary from PA.
Just popped in to edit this post (since as you know all are written and in que), so I could add a Thank You to Bev. Qualheim. I've added an award from her to this blog. The Humanitarian Award. I hope you all realize this award goes out to each and everyone of you who've knitted, crocheted, sent socks etc for this cause; and Rae for her hand delivery and caring to The Bridge Folks and those at the 2 Free Clinics, and to my Brother Chuck and SIL, Jan for aiding in my delivery of items to those in need. If you click on the badge in the sidebar, you'll be taken to one of Bev's blogs. Bev is well known in knitting, crocheting, and charity circles. Thank You for the award, and thank you to all who've made it possible. This is not a one man show, but a true team effort.
2011
Scarves 143
Hats 222
Mittens (gloves)56
Socks 56
Slippers 33
Ghans 12
Squares 179+9=188
Sweaters 5
**Is there someone you know who knits or crochets or looms? Have you told them about our mission? Is there someone you can recruit? Please help us spread the word, the need is great. Get busy chatting folks, you just never know when you'll run into someone with the ability to lend a hand. Thank You**
Just noticed this post #374...wow, we're getting close to another milestone folks. Only 26 posts away from 400! Woot Woot
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!
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Warmth from Head to Toe
Thank you Pat E. from Ohio for this thoughtful donation of warm goodies. Pat has covered all areas here with her knitted hats and scarves, and slippers. The hats vary in size and color and will warm 7 more heads. We've all heard the saying about keeping the poles of the body warm from head to toe. She's done just that with 5 super warm pairs of slippers. Her slippers are made with double thickness yarn. The knitted scarves are nice and soft, fluffy and wide enough to really keep someone warm chest and neck. Fabulous!
Pat E. and I have chatted previously via email and she's donated before; but this time round felt like the bonus round. We got to meet face to face. It's always a bonus for me getting to meet someone face to face that I previously only knew here on the net. We're hoping to plan an outting to one of the city parks to knit/crochet and chat. Looking forward to nicer weather before we make plans.
2011
Scarves 141+2=143
Hats 215+7=222
Mittens (gloves)56
Socks 56
Slippers 28+5=33
Ghans 12
Squares 179
Sweaters 5
**Have you checked the alpha listings of folks who help without blogs? Have you since started blogging? If so, please leave your blog url so we can add you to the bloggers list. Please refrain from using white for your donations folks, the dirt factor. Thanks**
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!
Pat E. and I have chatted previously via email and she's donated before; but this time round felt like the bonus round. We got to meet face to face. It's always a bonus for me getting to meet someone face to face that I previously only knew here on the net. We're hoping to plan an outting to one of the city parks to knit/crochet and chat. Looking forward to nicer weather before we make plans.
2011
Scarves 141+2=143
Hats 215+7=222
Mittens (gloves)56
Socks 56
Slippers 28+5=33
Ghans 12
Squares 179
Sweaters 5
**Have you checked the alpha listings of folks who help without blogs? Have you since started blogging? If so, please leave your blog url so we can add you to the bloggers list. Please refrain from using white for your donations folks, the dirt factor. Thanks**
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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I'm trying to identify where everyone is from, partially for fun. Take a look at the map. Also, believe it will aid me in cases where we have several people with the same name. Please look at the lists of bloggers and non bloggers and see if I have the state you hail from. If not, please leave a comment and let me know.
Additionally, we've had help from Scotland, England, Germany Puerto Rico, Canada, and France! They don't appear on the map, but their help is still greatly appreciated.
Additionally, we've had help from Scotland, England, Germany Puerto Rico, Canada, and France! They don't appear on the map, but their help is still greatly appreciated.
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