Donations from The Peach Tree State

Thank you Diana K for this thoughtful donation from The Peach Tree State. I've mentioned Georgia's nickname before; but thought I'd give you some background this time round. Georgia's been known by many names, though Peach Tree is the one that stuck due it's production of Peaches, and the importance of peaches in the economy of the state. However, in more recent times, South Carolina actually produces more peaches then Georgia, the name continues.

Georgia has been called The Buzzard State (and in fact had protective laws for these savager birds), The Goober State (due to the large amount of peanuts grown), and The Cracker State. The later term was deemed to be derogatory as it referred to immigrants (those coming from Virginia and North Carolina).

Now when I think of Peach Tree, I'm reminded of the fun baseball movie where the women had a baseball team called The Georgia Peaches.

Thank you Diana K, and thank you for your on going support, Keep up the Good Work.

2012 Donations:
Hats: 371+9=380
Scarves: 231+11=242
Slippers: 68
Shawls: 2
Sweaters 3
Vest 1
Afghans: 22
Mittens: 147
Squares: 334+11=345
Socks: 116
Rain Poncho's 183
Cotton Washcloths 348
Misc Items are not counted individually (such as personal care items, headbands, gators, yarn, wrist warmers/fingerless gloves, facemasks, neck warmers, t-shirts, soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothbrushes etc)

**Tomorrow is June and our highlighted item for June is HATS. We need hats, for men, women, and children. PLEASE see details for size, colors, and design in the tab across the top of the blog. There are also some suggested patterns.**

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!

Donation from The Old Dominion State

You might remember I've noted previously that the state of Virginia is The Old Dominion State. It got it's nickname way back because The Common Wealth of Virginia was so loyal to The Royalists during The English Civil War. Like Ohio it's also called The Mother of Presidents, though less frequently. Thank you Gail B, our long time supporter for this thoughtful, and needed donation of cotton washcloths. Gail crocheted her cloths.

Keep up the good work Gail.

Folks we've been able to give a large bag of cotton cloths to 2 of the 3 family shelters, (Faith Mission and Homeless Families Foundation), and will be soon be delivering a 3rd large bag to the 3rd family shelter, The YWCA. Many thanks for all for making the month of April highlighted items such a success.

May's highlighted item was slippers, and we're about to head into June. June's highlighted item is HATS. We need hats for Men, Women, and Children. Details about size, color, and style in the hat tab on the top of the blog.

**Asking that everyone hold onto their squares for awhile. I'll be calling for them to be mailed a bit later. Needing to assemble another bunch to make room. **
2012 Donations:
Hats: 371
Scarves: 231
Slippers: 68
Shawls: 2
Sweaters 3
Vest 1
Afghans: 22
Mittens: 147
Squares: 344
Socks: 116
Rain Poncho's 183
Cotton Washcloths 338+10=348
Misc Items are not counted individually (such as personal care items, headbands, gators, yarn, wrist warmers/fingerless gloves, facemasks, neck warmers, t-shirts, soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothbrushes etc)


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!

Donation from The Pelican State

Thank you long time supporter, Sandie P from Louisiana for these crocheted cotton washcloths. Cotton washcloths are always appreciated at all 3 shelters. Sandie hails from Louisiana, a state with many nicknames. I've read Louisiana has more nicknames then most kids do. Apparently back in 1872 is known as The Creole State; but those folks in northern Louisiana took exception to this name. They thought it meant African Blood, obviously there was a misunderstanding. It's been known as The Bayou State, The Pelican State, and Tha Durrty Boot, The child of Mississippi. The longest standing nickname though is The Pelican State, and The Pelican is in fact the state bird. Although, many locals prefer calling it, The Sportsman's Paradise due to the abundance of good fishing and hunting.

Whatever it's nickname, we're thrilled to have your on going support Sandie. Keep up the good work.
2012 Donations:
Hats: 371
Scarves: 231
Slippers: 68
Shawls: 2
Sweaters 3
Vest 1
Afghans: 22
Mittens: 147
Squares: 344
Socks: 116
Rain Poncho's 183
Cotton Washcloths 335+3=338
Misc Items are not counted individually (such as personal care items, headbands, gators, yarn, wrist warmers/fingerless gloves, facemasks, neck warmers, t-shirts, soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothbrushes etc)

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!

Donation from Germany!

WOOT WOOT! Look at this marvelous donation of crocheted goodies that came all the way from Germany! Our good friend, Katie B. has done it again. She crocheted and donated 33 cotton washcloths, 7 scarves, and 10 hats (some of the hats are knitted). Many thanks Katie for your on going support of the cause, and I love the nice dark scarves. Navy blue works so well for men or women. These are nicely sized for adults too, double bonus.

Katie has just recently started a blog folks. I've removed her name from the non bloggers list and added her to the bloggers list with the link to her new blog. Please hop over and introduce yourself to her. Everyone loves blog visitors and comments on their blogs. Thank you also Katie for adding our Bridge and Beyond Badge to your blog with link here, much appreciate it.

Please pass along our thanks to your husband for his service to his country.
2012 Donations:
Hats: 361+10=371
Scarves: 223+8=231
Slippers: 68
Shawls: 2
Sweaters 3
Vest 1
Afghans: 22
Mittens: 147
Squares: 344
Socks: 116
Rain Poncho's 183
Cotton Washcloths 302+33=335
Misc Items are not counted individually (such as personal care items, headbands, gators, yarn, wrist warmers/fingerless gloves, facemasks, neck warmers, t-shirts, soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothbrushes etc)


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!

Donations from The Volunteer State

Thank youi RoseMarie for your thoughtful donation and your continued support. As always you can tell these are RoseMarie's creations due to signature flowers/decorations. Crocheted slippers, hats, scarves, and squares...a variety pack.

Keep up the good work RoseMarie from the state of Tennessee.

Tennessee has several nick names, it's changed over time. But, the one that probably is best known is in fact The Volunteer State. I rather like that name and since RoseMarie's is in fact volunteering her time and talents...makes sense. However, it got that nickname because it supplied a huge number of volunteers during The War of 1812. In fact Tennessee played a huge role with it's numbers during The Battle of New Orleans. For awhile it was referred to as The Hog and Hominy State (it produced a large amount of obsolete corn and pork products during the 1830's and 1840's).

Thanks to The Civil War they became known as The Butternuts...the color their uniforms. And because of the big bend in The Tennessee River, they've been known as The Big Benders.


2012 Donations:
Hats: 359+2=361
Scarves: 221+2=223
Slippers: 67+1=68
Shawls: 2
Sweaters 3
Vest 1
Afghans: 22
Mittens: 147
Squares: 342+2=344
Socks: 116
Rain Poncho's 183
Cotton Washcloths 302
Misc Items are not counted individually (such as personal care items, headbands, gators, yarn, wrist warmers/fingerless gloves, facemasks, neck warmers, t-shirts, soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothbrushes etc)

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!

A Buckeye Donation

Thank you Jennifer S for this thoughtful donation of 4 cotton washcloths, 10 squares, a scarf, and yarn. All will be put to good use. I'm going to share some exciting news and hope you all join me in wishing Jennifer the very best. She is expecting her first child! Congratulations Jennifer, do keep us posted. Having a baby is such exciting news. I know you'll have fun making cute wee little things....provided you can find time. Sometimes those early months can be tendious...a bit of an adjustment.

Jennifer is a fellow Buckeye, who has supported us many times with her thoughtful donations. Thank you!
2012 Donations:
Hats: 359
Scarves: 220+1=221
Slippers: 67
Shawls: 2
Sweaters 3
Vest 1
Afghans: 22
Mittens: 147
Squares: 332+10=342
Socks: 116
Rain Poncho's 183
Cotton Washcloths 298+4=302
Misc Items are not counted individually (such as personal care items, headbands, gators, yarn, wrist warmers/fingerless gloves, facemasks, neck warmers, t-shirts, soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothbrushes etc)

**Reminders to please include notes with your donations, check the blog frequently for updates do's and don'ts in the tab area's across the top of the blog.**

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!