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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.

Woolly Hugs Crafting for Yorkhill. Woollies, Stitching Folk and Crafters over here!

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KnottyLocks · 02/10/2012 19:51

When we offered to make some Little Hugs for Yorkhill Hospital, we also talked to them about their Christmas Fundraiser.
As part of our support, we offered to help by making some little things that could be sold on a craft stall to help raise funds for the hospital.

So here we are, asking you if you could help in anyway.
If you could make one small thing, we would be so grateful.

We have an idea of the types of things that have been popular in the past and have a few idea of our own such as:

Little hats
Little cardis
Christmas Decorations
Little bags and purses
Christmas stockings
Bunting
Knitted or crocheted softies
Brooches
Cotton washcloths
Napkins
Coasters
Stocking fillers

Although it is a Christmas event, the goodies needn't necessarily be Christmassy.

Any other suggestions are welcomed with open arms

If you have any patterns or links that would help to inspire others we'd be grateful for those too.

We have a Last Posting date of 17th November so that we can ensure that all the goodies arrive in time for the Christmas event.

As always, thank you so much for your support.

Thanks
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RatherBeOnThePiste · 09/11/2012 12:54

awwwww

Youcanringmybell · 09/11/2012 13:06
Blush

My claim to FAME!!!!
Thank you Pistey for all your hard work Thanks

KnottyLocks · 09/11/2012 13:10

I have seen them! Just fabulous Smile

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 09/11/2012 13:26

Just finished uploading all of the pics. Truly YouCanRingMyBell, it is all fabulous, I honestly gasped when I unwrapped them. Just gorgeous, you are so clever!

KnottyLocks · 09/11/2012 13:51

The next issue will be getting Pistey to part with them.

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Youcanringmybell · 09/11/2012 13:56

Oh i can make a few more......

Youcanringmybell · 09/11/2012 13:59

I just saw them all on facebook...Honestly I have been havng a rough day and having someone appreciate me has brought tears to my eyes. [Thanks]
Thank you Piste and everyone that has put lovely comments xxx

KnottyLocks · 09/11/2012 15:44

Have a huge hug too Smile

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Youcanringmybell · 09/11/2012 16:25

Knotty - thank you very much appreciated Thanks

RatherBeOnThePiste · 09/11/2012 18:22

Oh bless you, there is a hug from me too X And let's have Wine I think it is time? Smile

Youcanringmybell · 09/11/2012 19:01

I have a bottle in the fridge for Monday after weigh in - I will dream of it in all it's beauty tonight Grin

KnottyLocks · 09/11/2012 20:50

I'll have Wine for you Smile

[selfless]

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Youcanringmybell · 09/11/2012 21:40

Thanks knotty - phew - you really saved the day Grin

RatherBeOnThePiste · 12/11/2012 06:47

Morning all Smile Brew

GlaikitFizzog · 12/11/2012 10:04

Morning! I've let this thread slip off my I'm on! Oops!

scottish blanketeers is anyone thinking of going to the Christmas concert on 30th November detail here

It could be a meeting without the knitting but spending money on crafting loveliness

goygoy · 14/11/2012 11:03

Morning Pistey and Knotty - I've made a few little things which I need to get in the post, will PM you for the address Smile

RatherBeOnThePiste · 14/11/2012 15:23

and you have mail my lovely ThanksThanksThanksThanksThanks

KnottyLocks · 14/11/2012 20:14

Many thanks Goygoy Smile Thanks

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 15/11/2012 17:08

Evening Wine

The most adorable little knitted hooded cardigan has arrived for Yorkhill, from the lovely FiveFlowers (thank you for the choc X)

Thank you SO much
ThanksThanksThanksThanksThanksThanksThanks

KnottyLocks · 15/11/2012 20:27

Fiveflowers, it is beautiful Smile Many thanks Thanks

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expatinscotland · 15/11/2012 20:31

Wish I had the strength to actually go into Yorkhill and see everyone's brilliant work Sad. Thanks, all! :)

RatherBeOnThePiste · 15/11/2012 21:37

Hug for you lovely expat. We are having the most amazing response both for this Christmas project but also the ongoing Little Hugs, so heartwarming and touching, really. Folk are being amazing. We are all keeping Aillidh close in our hearts and thoughts. Much love to you Xx

PurpleFrog · 16/11/2012 16:11

My bumper bundle of all things woolly is in the post at last! (I wasn't sure which woolly thread to post it on but this one has the closest deadline! Grin)

KnottyLocks · 16/11/2012 16:47

Thank you, Froggy, my lovely. Here is as good as any Smile

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 17/11/2012 13:39

Thanks purple - am looking forward to receiving it Smile Thanks