Knitted and Crocheted Slippers Needed

Can you believe it's December already?  Wow, where does the time go?  December's focus is slippers.  Slippers are needed for men, women, and children.  Please take a look at the slipper tab.......CLICK HERE.  You might enjoy trying one of the slipper patterns there.

Slippers give folks in shelters, even the men who might only be there a night or two the opportunity to put something clean and dry on their feet.  It gives the ability to wash their socks.  Clean dry feet make everyone more comfortable.  Beyond comfort, having dry warm feet also improves health conditions.

Slippers help take off the chill for those living in temporary shelter quarters where heat often isn't as good as it could be.  PLEASE consider using bulky yarn, or double yarn, or making two slippers and put them together for thickness and durability.  PLEASE consider using single crochet or hdc stitches vs double crochet if you're crocheting with regular worsted weight yarn...or even drop down a hook size or two to tighten up the stitches.

2013 Donations:

Hats: 788
Scarves: 444
Socks: 347
Afghans: 51
Slippers: 195
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 137
Cotton Wash Clothes: 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.

Matching Crocheted Hat and Scarf Donated

Thank you Victoria P for this matching crocheted hat and scarf set!  This will be so appreciated by the person it keeps warm.  Our temps here have been well below average and many people are in need of warm items.  Got another request just yesterday from the Holy Family Soup Kitchen.  We just recently made a delivery there, which they were thrilled to get; but indicated they really are in need of more.

For those new to the blog, or perhaps folks who've not read about Holy Family before.  They feed thousands of people each and every week and pass out our warm items to those waiting for a hot meal.  Sometimes it's men, sometimes it's women, and sometimes it's whole families in need.  Currently, the largest need is for men.

Thank you Victoria, please keep up the good work.

2013 Donations:

Hats: 787+1=788
Scarves: 443+1=444
Socks: 347
Afghans: 51
Slippers: 195
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 137
Cotton Wash Clothes: 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.

Crocheting from Minnesota Helps Ohio's Homeless

Thank you Liz E for the thoughtful donation of items for men.  We've been a bit light on hats and scarves sized and appropriate colors for men to meet several requests we've gotten.  Liz has crocheted and donated and tagged her donations!  YIPPEE, that always makes me happy.

Liz has been a long time supporter and many of you know her as minnesoda from The Ville.  Many thanks and please keep up the good work.



2013 Donations:

Hats: 783+4=787
Scarves: 442+1=443
Socks: 347
Afghans: 51
Slippers: 195
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 137
Cotton Wash Clothes: 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.

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.