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Calling All Knitters and Crocheters
By: Carolyn Hanson
In a recent class, one of my students mentioned that she was learning to knit not
so much for herself, but for others. I started thinking about charities’ knitting and
crochet opportunities. With the holidays quickly approaching, it seemed like the
perfect time to reach into our stash or visit our local shops to make a scarf, mit-
tens, or hat needed to bring a smile to a stranger.
There are many local charities that come to mind. Some are looking for finished
projects while others are seeking yarn and needles. (I could easily donate yarn and
still have more than I could ever use.)
Here are several charities that peaked my interest. There are many more. So get
the needles out, dive into your stash, get to work…and feel great knowing some-
one will gratefully accept your generosity.
NEWBORNS
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Newborns in Need
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Is a volunteer organization that makes and donates essen-
tial baby items to hospitals, shelters, and other organizations that provide care
for premature, sick and needy newborn infants. The most heartbreaking service
they provide is the beautiful, tiny burial layettes for the babies who unfortu-
nately lose their struggle for life. They are the only current Chapter in the State
of New Jersey that provides this service. Visit http://www.newbornsinneed.org/
plainfieldnj.
CHILDREN/YOUNG ADULTS
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The Red Scarf Project
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Foster Care to Success (FC2S) gathers red scarves for chil-
dren who have experienced foster care and are now moving onto college or a
trade school. The scarves are given as part of a Valentine’s Day care package.
Scarves are accepted from September through December 15. Scarves should be
5”-8”
wide and 60” long. Any design or style. Visit www.fc2success.org/
programs/red-scarf-project-and-book-club/.
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Crafting for a Smile
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The group provides low income families not only with
knit/crocheted winter wear but with gently used clothing and Christmas stock-
ings as well. They are looking for more people to help and provide families with
something made special for their child. Children's hats, scarves, mittens, gloves
and sweaters are accepted, as well as crafting supplies. Visit http://www.freewebs.com/
craftingforasmile.
ALL
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Emily's Hats For Hope Initiative
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Is a project initiated by a local Morristown teen in
2011.
Emily collects knitted hats, scarves, gloves, mittens, yarn (NO ANGORA
PLEASE), blankets, afghans and donates them locally. Visit http://www.facebook.com/
EmilysHatsForHopeInitiative.
MARINERS
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Christmas at Sea
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Seaman’s Church Institute (SCI) requests hand made scarves,
hats, socks, ditty bags, etc for those who are at sea during the holidays. This
group has been in existence since 1898. Patterns are available on the site along
with where to mail the finished projects. Visit http://www.seamenschurch.org/
christmas-at-sea.
CHEMO PATIENTS
•
Crocheters of the Jersey Shore are a brand new chapter of Crochet Guild of
America with a mission to crochet caps for chemo patients including adult and
children, newborns. Contact crochetersofthejerseyshore@gmail.com.
Donating a handmade gift is truly a gift from the heart. Have a Happy and Healthy
Holiday.
Carolyn Hanson is a local knitting and crochet designer, teacher and fiber artist. She can be
contacted at cchanson3@gmail.com.
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