Today is Thanksgiving.

Today is Thanksgiving, thought you all might enjoy this retro picture.  It put a smile on my face, hope it does you as well.  But, laughter aside as you all gather around the table with friends, family, loved ones; please remember those with less to be Thankful for.  Those we knit and crochet for, those without a roof over their heads, or those with temporary shelter housing, those looking for work, those trying to put their families back together.

We have much to be Thankful for, one of those things each other.  Because together, we're able to do something that matters, together, we're able to use our collective skills and aid those in need.

There are many things I'm grateful for, no doubt you all feel the same; but truly one of the things I'm grateful for is YOU!

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.

Hats for Homeless

Hats, Hats, Hats and more.  So many colors and sizes to warm so many different heads.  Great donation from our good friend Annemarie, along with cotton washcloths, socks and personal care items which are always needed.  Special thanks for tagging the hats with size, that's so appreciated and saves so much time both here and at the various shelters.

Keep up the good work!

Do you check the item specific tabs across the top of the blog before you make items?  If not, folks please do.  It's important we make was is needed.

2013 Donations:

Hats: 759+24=783
Scarves: 442
Socks: 327+20=347
Afghans: 51
Slippers: 195
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 137
Cotton Wash Clothes: 691+10=701
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 17
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.

Helping Hands Warm Ohio's Homeless

Thank you Ethan E, our newest pair of helping hands for this warm and thoughtful donation.  I love how nice and tight the stitches in your hats are.  No cold winds getting through those!  Nice choice of colors and hat sizes too.  Thrilled to have you join us here on Bridge and Beyond, look forward to seeing you here often.  I've neglected to note what state you're from.  Please leave word in the comments so I can probably note on the lists.

Please keep up the good work.

We'll be going a slightly different direction with our working calendar in the coming year, so please keep checking in.

Do you check the item specific tabs across the top of the blog before you make items?  If not, folks please do.  It's important we make was is needed.

2013 Donations:

Hats: 753+6=759
Scarves: 441+1=442
Socks: 327
Afghans: 51
Slippers: 195
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 137
Cotton Wash Clothes: 691
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 17
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.

Crocheted Donations Help Ohioans in Need

Thank you RoseMarie for your thoughtful donation of personal care items, cotton washcloths, and crocheted hats and a scarf.  Thank you for your on going support of Bridge and Beyond.    We truly appreciate you.

Folks as I'm typing this scheduled post, I'm sitting with a lapghan on and a fleece.  It's cold!  It was 16 when I got out of bed this morning with a wind chill making it feel like 8.  As you knit and crochet, please double check the tightness of your stitches.  With temps and winds like that we need items not to be too open.  If you can see through, and or put your fingers through your stitches, please consider bumping down to a smaller size hook/needle in order to get a more solid item.

We'll be going a slightly different direction with our working calendar in the coming year, so please keep checking in.

Do you check the item specific tabs across the top of the blog before you make items?  If not, folks please do.  It's important we make was is needed.

2013 Donations:

Hats: 750+3=753
Scarves: 440+1=441
Socks: 327
Afghans: 51
Slippers: 195
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 137
Cotton Wash Clothes: 688+3=691
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 17
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.

Crocheted Warmth from New York aid Ohio's Homeless

Take a look at this awesome donation full of crocheted goodies from our good friend Annemarie from New York.  There are socks, hot packs, crocheted cotton washcloths, crocheted mittens, hats, and scarves.  There's also a pair of slippers.  Thank you Annemarie for your thoughtfulness and your on going support of Ohio's Homeless.

As always, please keep up the good work.

Have you noticed the addition of the link to our Facebook Group?  Top right side bar, click and join us there.

Do you check the item specific tabs across the top of the blog before you make items?  If not, folks please do.  It's important we make was is needed.

2013 Donations:

Hats: 748+2=750
Scarves: 438+2=440
Socks: 320+7=327
Afghans: 51
Slippers: 194+1=195
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 131+6=137
Cotton Wash Clothes: 678+10=688
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 17
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.