A new thread as we've managed to fill up two already 
The project launch thread can be found here
The second thread is here
This is an ongoing project so Little Hugs can be made and sent to us at anytime. We will suggest posting dates from time to time to collect batches for sending off to Yorkhill Hospital.
Photographs of our Little Hugs can be found on our Woolly Hugs website and on our Facebook page, MNWoollyHugs.
The basic aim is to provide little blankets and quilts that give comfort to babies and small children who are seriously ill in hospital.
This is the continuation of Phase 1 of the project.
How you can get involved:
You can help by either making a complete Little Hug
Or
By making 6" squares using Stylecraft Special DK yarn or Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK, Rowan Cashsoft DK and Sublime Extra Fine Merino wool DK
For all of the Little Hugs:
Minimum size: 18 inches by 18 inches
For example, that's 3x3 6 inch squares with a small edge.
If you would like to make a blanket or quilt that is bigger, that would be lovely too.
Colours: Your choice!
We'd like to be able to provide a range of Little Hugs suitable for boys and girls.
If you would like to make something specifically for a boy or girl, that would also be lovely.
Things to avoid:
Buttons
Sequins and beads
Any embellishments that could scratch delicate skin or could be swallowed.
If using applique, it needs to be firmly stitched on with no hard edges.
Materials and ideas:
Woolly Blankets:
Suggested yarn: Stylecraft Special DK, a soft, non-scratchy acrylic that is a very reasonable £1.60 - £2 for 100g ball.
Pure cotton DK
If you would like to make a whole blanket, you could use a different weight yarn and a yarn other than those above. The essential thing is that it needs to be soft against sensitive and delicate skin and that it can be machine washed.
Quilts and stitched blankets:
Pure cotton and good quality fleece. The cotton can be from recycled sources.
We suggest that you wash both separately before sewing to allow for any difference in shrinkage.
Ideas:
Traditional style quilts, from simple square designs to more complex patterns
Cotton edged fleeces, with or without appliqué
Quilt and fleece combination: quilted front with a fleece back
Donors:
If you would like to contribute towards materials, you can either donate via Paypal here on our Woolly Hugs website with a message letting us know which project you are donating to. If you do not have Paypal, please PM RatherBeOnThePiste as we have other ways that you can donate.
Without our donors, our projects really wouldn't happen. You are as vital to them as the crafters and materials. Bless you.
If you would like to take part in this project but feel you can't due to the costs involved, please PM Pistey and we'll try to help with materials.
As ever, thanks for your support. You are all complete stars 
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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Woolly Hugs: Little Hugs. Crafting away.
KnottyLocks · 19/02/2013 13:10
Just checking in.
My first little hug is complete. 25 x 6 inch squares lopsidedly joined together. The product of many hours of train journeys. 
Sounds perfect Otherworld Thank you
Fizzy - I have enough stuffing left from knockers here, shall I post to you today?
Morning 
No it's ok Pistey, its not for woolly hug related stuff. I'll get some when I checkout my basket on full of more wool 
I have many friends having babies soon, lost of blankets to knit!!
Today, marks one year since I posted a thread asking about how to go about starting knitting :o
A whole year! I've learnt so much! Laughed, cried, swore and frogged! Met people I would never have met otherwise!
You lot are luffly, I luffs you all!
Just checking in!
I was sent two lovely balls to do some squares. I have used one up and am half way through the next. I have been distracted by the on-going jigsaw blanket, a beret and a Hello Kitty hat for DD1. Nothing as fancy as a Durex Dragon.....
Will get my butt in gear!!
Embean, thanks fir joining us. This is an Ongoing project so you take the time you need
Woohoo, Fizzy. Happy anniversary
Morning
Awww Fizzy and huzzah!!
Good News, sending the next batch of Little Hugs to Yorkhill next Monday, bless them, and as much as we'd love for there to be no need, am really glad they will soon be with their new owners. Huge thanks to all
Just about to sew a Woolly Hug label onto Fizzy the Dragon, just hope it doesn't hurt her 
And if you get arrested I'm sure MNHQ will bail you out.
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Fizzy! My idea is very small, I have to go humour over quantity But I think it's a good one (obviously)
Morning!
Hope you are both feeling better droitwich and Fizzy.
My little hug will be on its way sometime next month, along with an angel hug and a Billie blanket - I have all 3 on the go, at different stages of completion and in different locations 
.
I want to yarn bomb too!
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