Cowls, Neck Warmers, Mufflers, Infinity Scarf, Mobius

So many names for this style of scarf, I never really know which is correct.  Gator, Neck Warmers, Cowls, Infinity scarves, Mobius..........What do you call them?  And is there a difference?  Scarf to me is in fact a flat long rectangle piece of knitting, crocheting, looming, weaving etc.  But, when it's round.........and still covers the neck for warmth???

Whatever the correct word is (if there is just one), thank you Sara G for this warm crocheted donation for Ohio's cold Homeless in Need.  Love the variety of colors, the women receiving these will be warm and stylish.  I'm pretty partial to the blue-ish teal one in the lower left corner.  Such a pretty color!  Nice work, Sara, we're thrilled to have you join us as our newest pair of helping hands.  Welcome!  Hope to see you here often at Bridge and Beyond.

2015 Donations:
Hats: 33
Scarves:5
Mittens: 17
Slippers: 9
Rain Poncho's: 3
Cotton Washcloths:5
Afghans:
Socks: 7
Fingerless gloves/wrist warmers:
Cowls/Infinity scarves: 10
Misc: personal care items and anything not listed above

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.

Busy Hands in Florida Aid Ohio's Homeless

Thank you Susan A from Florida for this wonderful and very generous donation of knitted warm goodies.  Susan has been very busy as you can see.  She's knitted hats, scarves, mittens, and slippers.  She's included several styles of slippers, some appropriate for men others more appropriate for women.  NICE!  Love the variety in sizes and colors you've chosen for all your goodies, many people will be kept warmer because of your donation.  Thank you also for taking the time to attach tags with sizes for your hats, and slippers, much appreciated.

Susan's also included toothbrushes.  Personal care items are always needed and a great way for someone who doesn't knit or crochet to help.

AND you know how excited I get when we get donations of mittens, truly an item we never get enough of.  Folks just the other day I had a request for mittens for kids, so if you're about to cast on might I nudge you to knit/crochet some mittens for children?

Please keep up the good work Susan, hope to see you here often on Bridge and Beyond.

**Susan tells me she used Nola's Slipper Pattern for the sock like bootie style slippers.  I always enjoy knowing, as I know many of you do as well what patterns people have used and liked.

2015 Donations:
Hats: 24+9=33
Scarves:2+3=5
Mittens: 14+3=17
Slippers: 2+7=9
Rain Poncho's: 3
Cotton Washcloths:5
Afghans:
Socks: 7
Fingerless gloves/wrist warmers:
Cowls/Infinity scarves:
Misc: personal care items and anything not listed above

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.

Toothless and Homeless and Amazing, Doug Seegers

Being Homeless is not the life people lay in bed at night and dream about.  People become homeless for a variety of reasons, we do what we can to help along the way; but every now and then you see, read or hear something like this..............something that makes you smile and say Thank You God.

Please turn on your speakers and enjoy!



The story's Link is HERE

And Proceeds To Blow Everyone Away

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This is Doug Seegers, an out-of-work carpenter who was born in New York. He’s a man in his sixties and up until recently he lived off the money he was given by people in the streets of Nashville. In 2012, Aaron Espe, a musician from Minnesota, posted a YouTube video of Doug singing a song he wrote many years ago called “Going Down To The River.” His vibe and his haunting voice made the video go popular, and everyone got the chance to hear his unique voice. This time, he got together with country stars Jill Johnson and Magnus Carlson to sign his original song. The YouTube description says, “This man deserves to get a roof over his head so help him become famous by spreading the word!” It makes me very happy to see someone like him is starting succeed in the most unexpected way!

 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.