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Woolly Hugs is a charity established by a group of Mumsnet users. They knit / crochet handmade blankets and other items for families experiencing difficult times.

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A Blanket for 3girlies: Sign up thread for donors and crafters. Can you help us?

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 03/08/2012 14:16

We have heard the desperately sad news that 3girlies daughter Flora has lost her battle against a brain tumour, she was 6 years old. 3girlies' thread is here

We send 3girlies our love and are so sorry for her loss. She and her family are in our hearts and thoughts X

We have offered to make the family a blanket, and hope it may give whatever comfort it can to them. We are so pleased that they have accepted.

So we are calling out for knitters, crocheters and donors. Can you help us?

If you would like to be involved in any way, please post on this thread, and also PM me so we know. I will coordinate and match crafters and donors, and deal with any admin. We now have Paypal to make donating easier for all. So please PM if you would like to join us, or if I can help match you. Knotty will try to answer any queries you may have. Sincere heartfelt thanks. Thanks

Once again the wool we are using is:

  • Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK (NOT the baby cash)
  • Rowan Cashsoft DK
  • Sublime Extra Fine Merino Wool DK
  • Artesano Superwash Merino DK

    The Colours
    Pinks, warm purple, greens, blues, silver, cream
    If choosing cream we ask that you go for the Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK 013

    Themes
    Flowers please, also initials F, P and L.

    4mm needles or hook.

    Do use the crafting guide on the website to help you with lots of practical info, and if interested there are a lot of linked suggestions for squares.

    Previous blankets can be seen on the Woolly Hugs website and we are on Facebook and Twitter at MNWoollyHugs which are good ways to keep in touch.

    But once again, we thank you so much for your support X Thanks
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KnottyLocks · 03/08/2012 14:19

Thanks for starting this thread, Pistey Thanks

Our thoughts are with the family x

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KnottyLocks · 03/08/2012 14:21

I have a few Wifi issues at the mo but please post any questions you have on the thread and we will hopefully be able to help. Thanks

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AfternoonDelight · 03/08/2012 14:23

I'm in.

So sorry for your loss, 3girlies x

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Olbasoil · 03/08/2012 14:26

I am so sorry xx

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jendifa · 03/08/2012 14:26

I'm in. Never done squares before, but can knit etc.

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NoWayNoHow · 03/08/2012 14:27

So so so sad Sad

I still have left over wool so count me in too.

(((big hugs 3girlies)))

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HokeyCokeyPigInAPokey · 03/08/2012 14:28

So sad there is another MN'er in need of a blanket.

I'm in though, please match me with a knitter Pistey and i'll send some wool.

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soremummy · 03/08/2012 14:31

Can I request a donor please I'm in queue posting other squares now

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mothmedalisnotaverbmagnet · 03/08/2012 14:31

It's so sad Sad

Best wishes to you and your family 3girlies. Flora sounds like a lovely girl.

I will pm Pistey.

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pixiestix · 03/08/2012 14:33

Please count me in.

I'm so sorry 3girlies Sad

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BarbaraWoodlouseAspiringHooker · 03/08/2012 14:34

Desperately sad. Sad

I'm posting for the other blankets on Monday (always go to the wire!) so will start for this one then. PM on its way.

Much love to 3girlies and family.

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soremummy · 03/08/2012 14:37

Will pm later can't do it on phone

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Mouseface · 03/08/2012 14:41

Just going to PM now Pistey.

Life is so incredibly cruel. Too many tiny little lives being taken far too early.

Much love to 3girlies, my heart goes out to you all xx

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AllMuddledUp · 03/08/2012 14:42

I'm so sorry 3girlies, such sad news.

I'd love to knit some squares in memory of Flora.

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MildewMayhew · 03/08/2012 14:43

I'm so sorry for your loss, 3girlies

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 03/08/2012 14:44

Thank you everyone, such a heartwarming response already X

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craftynclothy · 03/08/2012 14:45

Will pm you now

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WoollyWoolfe · 03/08/2012 14:47

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tribpot · 03/08/2012 14:50

Just checking in.

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MABS · 03/08/2012 14:51

so sad :( can i donate money as i can't knit..

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 03/08/2012 14:58

Hello lovely MABS - I shall PM you

Thanks everyone Thanks

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TeamGlaikitBritain · 03/08/2012 15:01

Oh no :(

Pumping you pistey

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TeamGlaikitBritain · 03/08/2012 15:01

Sorry pming, not pumping

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sayanythingrogerjustrogerme · 03/08/2012 15:05

I'm in too.

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utahforever · 03/08/2012 15:06

So sorry for your loss.

I knit and crochet so would love to help.

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