Crocheted Cotton Cloth

A crocheted cotton cloth from our good friend, and long time supporter, Sandie in Louisiana (also the winner of our JoAnne gift card for the comment contest). Cotton washcloths are such an awesome thing, for several reasons. They are a necessary item, everyone needs a washcloth...plus they're handmade which shows someone you didn't know cared enough to take time to make something special...special, JUST FOR YOU, plus hand made cotton wash cloths are so very soft and feel so nice on our skin and that gives wonderful comfort to all.

We supply personal items too and our last donation to Faith Mission was fabulous folks. Hand made cotton wash cloths, both knitted and crocheted, soap, toothpaste and toothbrushes, shampoo and rinse, lotion and razors. I was so pleased with our donations both for our men living under the bridges and for the folks at Faith Mission (both sides men and women). Thank you to all who participated. I say this often, but it bears repeating again. Every item is appreciated. Maybe you think I only have one of this or that....put with others it grows and grows and gives us the ability to help many in need. Please don't be timid and believe me when I say YOU DO MAKE a difference. One item, one stitch at a time.

July's focus is squares 7-10 inches, more details can be found in the side bar and or tab on the top of the blog.

2011 Donations:

Scarves 227
Hats 445
Mittens (gloves) 117
Socks 80
Slippers 62
Ghans 29 (2 went to Pine Street Earlier)
Squares 280
Sweaters 5
Ponchos 58
Cotton Washcloths 214+1=215

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!

Help comes in all Sizes

A bakers dozen, yep 13 cotton washcloths in all different sizes knitted and donated by Kathy G, a fellow Ohioan. Kathy and I became acquainted through the beauty of Facebook. What's fun, she's lives in the town where I grew up. I lived there until 4th grade and then the family moved. We've been able to get together and have lunch which was fun...a face to face meet up. We've tried to plan another get together. Haven't made it yet; but we will.

Thank you Kathy for your thoughtful donation. Appreciate your on going support! Hope to see you soon.

2011 Donations:

Scarves 227
Hats 445
Mittens (gloves) 117
Socks 80
Slippers 62
Ghans 29 (2 went to Pine Street Earlier)
Squares 280
Sweaters 5
Ponchos 58
Cotton Washcloths 201+13=214


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!

Cotton Cloths from Tennessee, YIPPEE

It's sounds musical or sorta like a cheer...say it out loud...Cotton Cloths from Tennessee, YIPPEE! Suzann W our newest pair of helping hands comes from TN and makes pretty cotton washcloths...see. Nice color selection too. Many thanks Suzann, thrilled to have you join us, and very much appreciate your thoughtful donation. Hope to see you often here at The Bridge.

2011 Donations:

Scarves 227
Hats 445
Mittens (gloves) 117
Socks 80
Slippers 62
Ghans 29 (2 went to Pine Street Earlier)
Squares 280
Sweaters 5
Ponchos 58
Cotton Washcloths 194+7=201

So very happy to see our numbers, knowing that means we can help more people in need. Folks stay tuned for information on a family shelter. In the process of obtaining more information, but looks like there's a family shelter in need of assistance, so keep making hats, scarves, mittens, slippers suitable for men, women, and children. I think we can reach out to another group. Details soon.

We're almost half way through the month of July, who's focus is squares. For those that like to know what's up next...August focus will be Mens Hats. Remember to check the working calendar in the tab across the top of the blog for regular updates. Hats for men need to be large and warm, as many of them live outdoors in the elements and only get a bed at a shelter here and there.

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!

Great Colors for the Boys

Wonderful warm knitted hats here, and it's awesome these are boy colors, seems we've gotten more colors appropriate for girls of late so this is great. Thank you Dolores W from Michigan for your thoughtful donation. I especially appreciate you're taking the time to make and donate these with all the household repairs you've been dealing. Kudos to you for your big heart. Dolores is our newest pair of helping hands and we're thrilled to have you join us. Hope to see you often.

WOW...where does time go, we're almost half way through the month of July, our square focused month. If you've not had a chance yet to make squares, please check the details either in the side bar on the badge or through clicking on the tab across the top of the blog. Squares will be collected through the end of the month of July.

For those that like to plan and think ahead...be sure and check the working calendar, also available by clicking the tab on the top of the blog.

Many thanks to all who help with knitting and crocheting.

2011 Donations:

Scarves 227
Hats 433+12=445
Mittens (gloves) 117
Socks 80
Slippers 62
Ghans 29 (2 went to Pine Street Earlier)
Squares 280
Sweaters 5
Ponchos 58
Cotton Washcloths 194


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!

GOLD at the end of The Rainbow

I'm betting you can't list all the colors in the rainbow of colors above! I'm pretty sure I can't, but ohhhhhhhhhhhh look. Like a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, this beautiful display of colorful cotton washcloths (30) donated by Theresa S in California is like gold....or will be to those who receive them. Round ones, square one, and truly every color possible. LOVELY. Please be sure and click on the photo to enlarge it so you can really see all these awesome colors. Beautiful work and so thoughtful Theresa. Many thanks for your thoughtful donation. Some of you may know her from Rav as Poohmama. Keep up the good work, it's truly appreciated.

By the time you read this scheduled post (remember they're always written and waiting in que), people will already be using all the wonderful cotton cloths and other personal care items you all donated. Let me again say how pleased I am with the wonderful response we got for our June focus. Well done, one and all!

2011 Donations:

Scarves 227
Hats 433
Mittens (gloves) 117
Socks 80
Slippers 62
Ghans 29 (2 went to Pine Street Earlier)
Squares 280
Sweaters 5
Ponchos 58
Cotton Washcloths 164+30=194

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!

Colorful Help from Springfield

First let me say, I'm sorry the quality of this picture isn't good. I must have moved when I snapped this. I would retack, but by the time this is in que the washcloths have already been delivered. These wonderful 19 crocheted cotton wash cloths were graciously donated by Jennifer S, a fellow Ohioan. Many thanks Jennifer. I love the fun shapes and colors.

Thank you for your thoughtful donation, it is greatly appreciated.

2011 Donations:

Scarves 227
Hats 433
Mittens (gloves) 117
Socks 80
Slippers 62
Ghans 29 (2 went to Pine Street Earlier)
Squares 280
Sweaters 5
Ponchos 58
Cotton Washcloths 145+19=164

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!