Mission Statement

Operations for Bridge and Beyond will cease on Dec 31, 2021, last mailing date should be Dec 24th

GOAL FOR AFGHANS

Afghans
Goal: 30
Start: #24
Current: 26
0.8666%
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Friday, April 25, 2014

Lola Talking Scarves

 Perhaps you all saw this some time back on the Lion Brand Web Site...they always have cute Lola cartoons.  The idea behind this is
Mish Mosh.  Now I don't think this scarf is a good idea for homeless, remember they don't like to call attention to themselves, so bright colors aren't the best ideas, nor are alot of stripes...plus solids go better with 99.9% of everything, be it for a women, a child, or an adult male.  But, perhaps the idea has some merit...if you're trying to use up some odds and ends, you might do blocks with a variety of stitches....??Personally, don't think I would be comfortable wearing something like this that isn't going to go with anything...but I wondered whatyou all thought of the idea behind it?

2014 Donations:
Hats: 402
Scarves: 249
Socks: 55
Afghans: 11
Slippers: 39
Rain Ponchos: 5
Mittens & Gloves: 34
Cotton Washcloths:146
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 8
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers/fingerless gloves and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care items

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.

Thursday, April 24, 2014

Ohio's Homeless Receive Donations

 Thank you Janis F for this thoughtful donation of crocheted cotton washcloths, hats, and scarves.  Thanks also for tagging the hats with the size, much appreciated.  You can also see Janis has included some misc clothing items for the youngsters.
I wanted to show you a close up of the celery colored hat.........isn't that adorable!  Such a sweet crocheted flower.  That will surely put a smile on a little girls face.

2014 Donations:
Hats: 396+6=402
Scarves: 247+2=249
Socks: 52+3=55
Afghans: 11
Slippers: 39
Rain Ponchos: 5
Mittens & Gloves: 34
Cotton Washcloths: 144+2=146
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 8
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers/fingerless gloves and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care items

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.

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Donations to Help Ohio's Homeless

 Thank you Kathy B for this donation of yarn and supplies for plastic canvass.  I know the yarn will get used, it always does!  I'm in the process of checking at the shelters to see if they could use it for arts and crafts for the kids.
She's also donated 3 pieces of fleece that have several possibilities... keep checking back in to see what they turn into.  Shhhhhhhhhh...not telling.

Thank you Linda J for your support, much appreciated.

2014 Donations:
Hats: 396
Scarves: 247
Socks: 49+3=52
Afghans: 11
Slippers: 39
Rain Ponchos: 5
Mittens & Gloves: 34
Cotton Washcloths: 144
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 8
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers/fingerless gloves and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care items

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.

Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Crocheted Donations From Texas Aid Ohio's Homeless

Thank you Linda J from Texas for this thoughtful donation of crocheted cotton washcloths, and scarves.  Sorry to see the color of the 2 scarves on the left isn't accurate.  They were a pretty light burgundy; but that was a dark spot in the basement when I took the photo.

Please keep up the good work Linda, and send us some of your warm Texas weather, please.  We've had a few nice days, but we also had snow just a few days ago........again!

2014 Donations:
Hats: 396
Scarves: 244+3=247
Socks: 49+3=52
Afghans: 11
Slippers: 39
Rain Ponchos: 5
Mittens & Gloves: 34
Cotton Washcloths: 134+10=144
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 8
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers/fingerless gloves and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care items

Our Mission is handmade, not store bought except for socks.  Handmade provides not only warmth, but provides the individual with added hope when they realize someone took time to make something special........just for them.

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.

Monday, April 21, 2014

Crocheted Donations help the Homeless

Thank you RoseMarie for your continued support of Bridge and Beyond and your thoughtful donation.   RoseMarie has crocheted scarves, slippers, hats, and writs warmers/fingerless gloves.  She's also donated socks and personal care items.

Many many thanks RoseMarie

2014 Donations:
Hats: 394+2=396
Scarves: 243+1=244
Socks: 49+3=52
Afghans: 11
Slippers: 39
Rain Ponchos: 5
Mittens & Gloves: 22+12=34
Cotton Washcloths: 134
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 8
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers/fingerless gloves and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care items

Our Mission is handmade, not store bought except for socks.  Handmade provides not only warmth, but provides the individual with added hope when they realize someone took time to make something special........just for them.

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.

Sunday, April 20, 2014

Happy Easter

Happy Easter to you all.  I hope you're able today to find time to think of those less fortunate on this special day.

This photo was taken in The Basilica De La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona Spain on a recent trip.  (I will be blogging throughout the month of May about this incredible trip to Spain on Traveling Suitcase, should you like to explore with me.

2014 Donations:
Hats: 394
Scarves: 243
Socks: 49
Afghans: 11
Slippers: 39
Rain Ponchos: 5
Mittens: 22
Cotton Washcloths: 134
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 8
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care items

Our Mission is handmade, not store bought except for socks.  Handmade provides not only warmth, but provides the individual with added hope when they realize someone took time to make something special........just for them.

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.

Where are You and Your Yarn From?

I'm trying to identify where everyone is from, partially for fun. Take a look at the map. Also, believe it will aid me in cases where we have several people with the same name. Please look at the lists of bloggers and non bloggers and see if I have the state you hail from. If not, please leave a comment and let me know.

Additionally, we've had help from Scotland, England, Germany Puerto Rico, Canada, and France! They don't appear on the map, but their help is still greatly appreciated.

Where The People Who Donate Come From, is your state represented?