Interviewed!

I'm pretty excited folks. As you know, I'm constantly trying new things, signing up for new groups/things...searching for ways to spread the word about our group and it's goals. It's not possible to have too many helping hands when taking care of the homeless and those left fortunate. I wish the need weren't so great; but sadly it is.

One of the things I did to spread the word was join The Hive (badge and link in sidebar). Through connections there I was interviewed by Margaret Nock. Margaret is writing a book about knitting adventures. She knits and crochets and does lots of blogging. She posted the interview HERE as well as on one of her other Blogs. I'm anxious to hear when her book will be published so I can get a copy. It shouldn't be too long.

Please remember 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. It truly DOES make a difference. THANK YOU!

Gorgeous Goodies from Gail!

Look at these gorgeous scarves from Gail. There are all crocheted, warm and soft. I'm particularly fond of the white and bright colors scarves. What fun yarn that is. Reminds me of the southwest partially. And those neat Canadian blankets. There's a name for those, but I don't know what it is right off hand. Anyone know?

8 wonderful scarves from Gail to keep 8 people warmer. They will all feel loved, and quite special when they wrap up in them. Many thanks Gail for your on going support, it is so truly appreciated.

Keep up the good work Gail. Keep up the good work one and all!!

Please remember 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. It truly DOES make a difference. THANK YOU!

2010
Scarves 179+8=187
Hats 365
Mittens 40
Socks 73

And the Winner .....is Sandie!!

Ok, I announced Sandie as the winner a few days ago but wanted to do a post about it.

First, I thought you all might like to know how long Sandie and I have known each other, and how we came to know each other.

Long ago I was reading a super long post on The Crochetville Forum. It was pages and pages and pages. I kept reading because I wanted to learn about a project. Squares 4 Survivors. But, it took me lots of reading to find out people who crocheting squares, sending them somewhere where they were being put together to help victims of Katrina. I made contact with her via a pm (private message). She informed me the group was no more. I was floored, after all that reading to learn about it. She and I chatted back and forth several pm/emails worth. Someone else had started the group and felt it had run it's course; but both Sandie and I (Sand ie and Sandy y) thought the need was still pretty great. Anyway she resurrected the project, and started a yahoo group. It was great we met lots of other wonderful people. Some are members here, like Bunny. You might also remember Ghost. She used to be a member here. Anyway we had a well organized and very productive group. Sandie lives in LA, so is well acquainted with the need from Katrina and many of our ghans were hand delivered.

Thankfully, that need was taken care of, the group was no longer needed. Sandie and I kept in contact through the beauty of the blogging world. She's continued to keep her hot hook moving at lightening speed and helped many many different organizations and charities; as well as being a long time and very active supporter here.

While Sandie and I haven't met face to face, I do feel like I know her after all these years of reading each other's blog's.

I'm thrilled to announce she is our winner. Thank you to those who took the time to enter the contest and help us celebrate our 200th post which was a neat milestone. This is now #203.

I'm not showing a picture yet of Sandie's winnings, don't want to ruin the surprise for her. It's going out in today's mail; but I will tease you all with these clues about her winnings.

There are 9 skeins of yarn, several different types of fibers and colors, and she'll have a total of 2,090 yards of winnings to enjoy! There is one stipulation however, 200 yards must be laid aside to be selfish and make something for yourself. I'm even marking those 200 yards. lol, but I think when you see them you'll know.

So pop over and Congratulate Sandie on her winnings, you'll enjoy yourself with all the cool stuff she has on her blog. AND be sure and pop back in, so you can see the picture of her winnings in a few days.

We're Growing and Helping More, Thank you Patty

Once again I'm thrilled to say we're reaching out and making more and more contacts. This thoughtful donation comes from Patty S. A fellow Ohioan whom I met through Facebook. These 2 hats, mittens, and blankets are all crocheted. Not only did Patty and I met on Facebook, but we met face to face in the flesh. She was in town for business and was able to swing by to drop of her donation in person. So cool. AND, I also got to meet her lovely daughter who's a student at Ohio State.

The hats and mittens are size appropriate for the folks under The Bridge, and the 2 blankets will go to the Mission. The young children there will feel special on top of being made a wee bit warmer.

Thank you Patty. Your thoughtful donation is so much appreciated, and I loved getting to meet you and your daughter!
2010
Scarves 179
Hats 363+2=365
Mittens 39+1=40
Socks 73

2008-2009
Hats 368
Mittens 66
Scarves 147
Socks 79 pair*counts from day 1, Dec 2 2008

CONTEST WINNER IS SANDIE, PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFO....

Thank you Yvonne!

Yvonne sent lots of wonderful goodies for our folks in need. YIPPEE!!! She sent some yarn which I'll use to make some scarves and other needed items, she sent soap she's collected at hotels, white and black footies.

6 Fabulously warm knitted hats of various sizes and a great scarf that I think might be double thickness. A Wonderful assortment of colors too. People are going to be warm, and look great all at the same time.

These hats are darling, look at the cool edge. Click on the picture so you can see the detail.

I hope you've noticed how many new pairs of helping hands we're getting. It's really very exciting. I try to remember to add names to our blog log for those folks with blogs and hope you take the time to visit each other. For those without blogs I've a list too. If you see I've forgotten to add your name, PLEASE let me know. If at one time you didn't have a blog and so you're on that list and you begin blogging, sing out so I can make the change.

Keep those hooks and needles busy, keep inspire each other, you are all FABULOUS. I'm leaving this (((((((((((((HUG)))))))))) for you all!

**This post officially ends the contest, pop back to see who our winner is, will be announced in the very next post!**

2010
Scarves 178+1=179
Hats 357+6=363
Mittens 39
Socks 59+14=73

2008-2009
Hats 368
Mittens 66
Scarves 147
Socks 79 pair*counts from day 1, Dec 2 2008

The Luscious Loomer Did it Again!

*****Only 1 post left before we see who the winner of the contest is, but YOU still have time to enter, CLICK TO READ HOW*****

Dear Dear Sweet Fabulous Frank, otherwise known as "The Luscious Loomer" did it again. Hats, hats, HaTs. Pick a color any color. Frank and his fabulous fingers make that loom zoom.
Lots of great colors too for the guys. I'll divide this up between the 2 free clinics for the kids.
We will be sending some to The Mission. Just recently, we've learned there's a huge need for families in temporary housing who would otherwise be homeless. The Mission houses mothers and children who were/are homeless; as well as some who've been abused. I can wear most of these hats so I know they will fit the teens, and some smaller women as well.
I'm pleased to say we're listed in a few more places and so word is indeed spreading father. The good news is that means more folks are helping us. The more who help us, the more we can help. It feels so good to be able to help someone. Many of us perhaps don't have the ability to make the mounds that our friend, Frank does; but we all do have the ability to help one item at a time. No donation is too small. Please remember we help, one stitch at a time, one item at a time, one person at a time. The one item you make DOES make a difference!

Keep up the good work one and all.

*****Only 1 post left before we see who the winner of the contest is, but YOU still have time to enter, CLICK TO READ HOW*****

2010
Scarves 178
Hats 292+65=357
Mittens 39
Socks 59

2008-2009
Hats 368
Mittens 66
Scarves 147
Socks 79 pair*counts from day 1, Dec 2 2008