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Woolly hugs

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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Blanket for MrsY and her family. Donors, crocheters and knitters, can you help us?

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 08/05/2012 13:52

We have heard the desperately sad news that MrsY has lost her precious baby son Benedict and have offered to make a blanket for her and her family. She is very touched by everyone's kindness, and would love to receive one. Here is the original thread

So once again we are calling on the Blanketeers for help - whether it be donating, knitting or crocheting. Will you join us?

PM me and let me know how you can help, if you need matching up and I will be able to help you

For pictures from previous blankets, see here www.woollyhugs.com

As in the past, the wool we are using is:

  • Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK (NOT the baby cashmerino)
  • or Rowan cashsoft DK

They are very similar and can be combined

  • 4mm knitting needles or hooks
  • Cast on 33 stitches
  • 6" squares

The colours for this project
Blues, warm purples, greens, silver and cream

So sad that another blanket is needed Sad Sending love to MrsY and her family.

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BIWItheBold · 13/05/2012 09:26
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RatherBeOnThePiste · 13/05/2012 09:27
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Practicallyperfectnot · 13/05/2012 09:42

Hello!
Please may you send an address to send a few squares?
Many thanks
Alison

Practicallyperfectnot · 13/05/2012 09:43

Shops I'm meant to send this as a pm. Here goes!

Practicallyperfectnot · 13/05/2012 09:44

Shops?! Whoops instead!

RatherBeOnThePiste · 13/05/2012 09:47

Hang on a mo my lovely. Will do.

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 13/05/2012 10:07

lovely Lewis - your donated wool is for either blanket, and your crochet is gorgeoise Thanks

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 13/05/2012 10:10

To my PMs, sorry for the delay... Thanks

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Practicallyperfectnot · 13/05/2012 10:43

Thanks. Thanks.

MoaningMinnieRisesAgain · 13/05/2012 10:59

3 squares/1 ball knitted. Just another 3 balls left Grin

RatherBeOnThePiste · 13/05/2012 11:17

It will keep you out of mischief Minnie!

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alibubbles · 13/05/2012 11:53

Gosh, how sad, two blankets to knit for, I'll get my needles out.

Donated wool would be very welcome please.

My thoughts are with both families

NessaRose · 13/05/2012 17:48

No wool as of yet. Hopefully it will come tomorrow.

RatherBeOnThePiste · 13/05/2012 17:49

It will come tomorrow!

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fanjodisfunction · 13/05/2012 17:57

Three sqaures down, one more to go, so that's two for each blanket.

KnottyLocks · 13/05/2012 18:21

Just a little reminder that we are on Facebook as MNWoollyhugs. We are starting a 'Behind the Scenes' view of what happens to your squares when they arrive

RatherBeOnThePiste · 13/05/2012 19:05

Lots and lots of lovely PMs today, I shall make a gin and answer the pile I have in there now Thanks

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Alambil · 13/05/2012 19:08

most of the patterns come from here, here, or youtube (search crochet circle in square for the styles near the bottom of my profile)

RatherBeOnThePiste · 13/05/2012 19:15

Ooo lots of lovely patterns in there Lewis! I shall enjoy looking at what other people can make Grin

I thought these threads were being moved to Arts and Crafts today...?

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KnottyLocks · 13/05/2012 19:22

One has, one hasn'tConfused

KnottyLocks · 13/05/2012 19:22

I'll try again

RowanMumsnet · 13/05/2012 19:46

Hello there

Moved for you now - apologies for the delay.

MNHQ x

RatherBeOnThePiste · 13/05/2012 19:59

Thank you Rowan X

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KnottyLocks · 13/05/2012 20:14

Cheers, Rowan Wine

JulesJules · 13/05/2012 21:13

I would like to do a square or two, sorry I have only just seen these threads, computer has been poorly.