Knitted Hat with Cables Warms Homeless

Thank you friend of the homeless for this very nice knitted hat.  Folks please click to see the nice details of these cables.  The color of the hat was a nice brown that didn't show up correctly in this photo.  This donation came from a charity group on RAV and while I know the name of skilled knitter, she has asked to be anonymous for the group.  I do require people not be anonymous with me for many reasons that address problems I've had over the last 8-9 years; but have no problem with helping hands being anonymous here on the blog.

Many thanks for the lovely hat, the person wearing it is warmed, both physically and emotionally.

Hope to see you again here on Bridge and Beyond, please keep up the good work of helping the Homeless of Central Ohio.

2016 DONATIONS:
Hats:     252 -1 = 251
Scarves:  129
Mittens/Gloves/Wrist Warmers:  86
Slippers: 77
Rain Poncho's:   +106
Cotton Washcloths:   347
Afghans:    14
Socks:   184
Cowls/Hoody Combo's, headbands:   8
Shawls and shrugs, ponchos, sweaters & vests etc 0
Misc: items like personal care, headbands etc and things don't fit into above categories aren't counted.

Please note the category of shawl, shrugs, ponchos etc has reached our little goal, same as last year of 1.........but please please please.........don't let that stop you from making more of these items.  Likewise note we've definitely reached our goal for rain poncho's.  Rain ponchos's serve many purposes so we will probably still need some....down the line, but not for awhile.

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.

Crocheted Hats and Scarves Needed for Homeless

Thank you Patty C for this donation of blue hats and scarves.  Who doesn't like blue?  It's a color that works for men, women, and children.  It's a nice darker color that won't show the dirt and so is always well received.  Patty's made a variety of hat sizes to warm 8 more people in need.  Very nice, please keep up the good work Patty.

Folks, it was only 28 degrees this am when I got up, so while the calendar says it's Spring.........please don't be fooled, it's still cold and the need for warm items like hats and scarves has not gone away.  So please stay busy...just like our fellow Ohioan, Patty and keep your yarn hand.

2016 DONATIONS:
Hats:     260 -8=252
Scarves: 132 -3 = 129
Mittens/Gloves/Wrist Warmers:  86
Slippers: 77
Rain Poncho's:   +106
Cotton Washcloths:   347
Afghans:    14
Socks:   184
Cowls/Hoody Combo's, headbands:   8
Shawls and shrugs, ponchos, sweaters & vests etc 0
Misc: items like personal care, headbands etc and things don't fit into above categories aren't counted.

Please note the category of shawl, shrugs, ponchos etc has reached our little goal, same as last year of 1.........but please please please.........don't let that stop you from making more of these items.  Likewise note we've definitely reached our goal for rain poncho's.  Rain ponchos's serve many purposes so we will probably still need some....down the line, but not for awhile.

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.

Donations for Homeless

Thank you Theresa A for this thoughtful donation of goodies to aid the homeless and others in need here in Central Ohio.  Quite a nice assortment of personal care items, cotton washcloths, socks, rain poncho's and hot pads.  Folks click to see the difference.  Notice the 5 pads on the left (blue-green, red-white and blue, mixed blue and brown, solid green and mixed red-white-brown), they are double thickness and will make a nice addition to the welcome packs Homeless Families puts together for families moving from shelter living into a permanent housing situation.

AND, also note in the lower right corner, the little blue and white packages.  Folks this is a really good idea....I never thought of it, but Theresa has included 2 emergency blankets!  I'm going to talk to Rae, our friend who feeds the homeless on Sat mornings to ask if this is something I should add to our list of things to collect.  I think it sounds like a real winner.  Good thinking on your part Theresa.  Stay tuned folks.

Many thanks Theresa, please keep up the good work.  Many people will benefit from your thoughtfulness!


2016 DONATIONS:
Hats:     260
Scarves: 132
Mittens/Gloves/Wrist Warmers:  86
Slippers: 77
Rain Poncho's:   +95 +11=+106
Cotton Washcloths:  353 -6 = 347
Afghans:    14
Socks:  189 -5 = 184
Cowls/Hoody Combo's, headbands:   8
Shawls and shrugs, ponchos, sweaters & vests etc 0
Misc: items like personal care, headbands etc and things don't fit into above categories aren't counted.

Please note the category of shawl, shrugs, ponchos etc has reached our little goal, same as last year of 1.........but please please please.........don't let that stop you from making more of these items.  Likewise note we've definitely reached our goal for rain poncho's.  Rain ponchos's serve many purposes so we will probably still need some....down the line, but not for awhile.

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.