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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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Woolly Hugs: A Blanket for TrinityRhino.

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KnottyLocks · 14/05/2013 11:56

We have heard the shocking and devastating news that TrinityRhino's DP died suddenly this weekend. Very sadly, many of us will also know that Trinity tragically lost her DH four years ago. Trinity's thread is here
She and her girls are in our thoughts and we send them much love.

We've offered to make them a blanket in the hope it may give whatever comfort it can.

So we are now asking for help once again Thanks

Pistey (RatherBeOnThePiste) will co-ordinate and I'll be here to answer any queries you may have. We need crocheters, knitters and donors (of funds or wool).
If you would like to be involved in any way, please post on this thread and PM Pistey with your offers: crafting, donating, need wool, etc.

Thank you so much Thanks

The wool we are using

  • James C. Brett Pure Merino DK
  • Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK (being discontinued, but still some around)
  • Rowan Cashsoft DK
  • Sublime Extra Fine Merino Wool DK
  • Artesano Superwash Merino DK
  • Debbie Bliss Rialto DK (new to us)

Just from these please as they are very similar and we know they can be combined for wash and wear. These are all easily available online, try Deramores, Laughing Hens, RKMWools, AWoollyTail, WiseBadger.

The Colours
Warm purples, blues, silvers and cream
If choosing cream please go for either the Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK 013 or the James Brett no 7
Green and pink but only for embellishments

Suggestions for motifs
*Fishing, fish and the sea
*Themes from nature, flowers
*A submarine, a gecko
*A teddy bear, a crocodile (for Trin's teddy bear in a crocodile suit)
*We have their initials if you would like to help with this, please PM Pistey.

Thanks

Squares to be six inches, using 4mm needles or hook.

Simple or complex, made by beginner or expert, we genuinely welcome them all. It really is the love and thought that counts.

Previous blankets can be seen on our website We also have a Facebook page MNWoollyHugs and are on Twitter @MNWoollyHugs. If you like or follow us you'll be updated on progress via your feed. If looking for ideas for a pattern, there are many linked to from our website under Crafting

When ready for posting, please PM Pistey for info.

As always, we thank you so much for your support. Thanks

Knotty and Pistey

OP posts:
MoaningMingeWhingesAgain · 14/05/2013 21:09

I'm in, of course. Have own wool.

RatherBeOnThePiste · 14/05/2013 21:10

Hopefully there will be a new cream for us to look at tomorrow, it has been sent.

Evening all Wine I'm off to my very full PM box, huge thanks to everyone, such an awesome response.

Thinking of Trinity and her girls tonight X

Original poster
KnottyLocks · 14/05/2013 21:13

Debbie Bliss Rialto Dk £4.39 at Wise Badger

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 14/05/2013 21:16

That is really good value! Tis £5.50 I think in Deramores Shock

roguepixie · 14/05/2013 21:17

I'm in for knitting squares. I will supply my own wool. Will PM you. Suc devastating news. My thoughts and prayers are with Trinity and her family.

BIWI · 14/05/2013 21:20

I'm in. Have ordered some woolly wool ...

TheRealMBJ · 14/05/2013 21:25

I'm in. Will PM Pisty forthwith

RatherBeOnThePiste · 14/05/2013 21:41

Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks

More lovely, lovely donors to thank tonight, your funds have arrived safely, and we are so truly grateful to you for your generosity and kindness. Thank you so much X

Thanks BIWI

Thanks sleepyhead

Thanks AllMuddledUp

Thanks ImpatientOne

You are all stars X

Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks

Alambil · 14/05/2013 21:47

just ordered wool :(

Curioustiger · 14/05/2013 21:50

Pistey I cannot knit but would love to donate. My dp passed in similar circumstances. Trinity my heart goes out to you and your family x

PiggyPlumPie · 14/05/2013 21:54

Am away to Pm Pistey and signing in sadly yet again. Sad

A tragic story and so sad that we need another blanket so soon.

RatherBeOnThePiste · 14/05/2013 21:55

Oh, so very sorry, big hugs tigerlily X

Thank you everyone Thanks

cq · 14/05/2013 22:04

Words are inadequate, deeds make us feel we are doing something useful. Cannot knit but can enable others to on my behalf. Donated via website.

RatherBeOnThePiste · 14/05/2013 22:08

We have more truly fabulous donors to thank tonight, your funds have arrived safely, what stars you are, your generosity and thoughtfulness is amazing, bless you X Thanks

Thanks To the five more donors who have sent money via Paypal, but not left a MN name so we can't thank them in person. But you know who you are ThanksThanksThanksThanksThanks

Thanks tigerlilygrr

There is much starry starriness tonight. Heartfelt thanks to all Thanks

BreastmilkDoesAFabLatte · 14/05/2013 22:13

I am so sorry :(

Beehatch · 14/05/2013 22:14

Happy to contribute, still have some blue Debbie Bliss left.

Can anyone remind me how many to cast on for a 6inch square?

WhoKnowsWhereTheTimeGoes · 14/05/2013 22:17

I can crochet again for this, was so shocked to see this sad, sad news.

I am just finishing a square for Survival's blanket, when I've finished I will see if I've enough wool left for this blanket and PM you Pistey.

sleepyhead · 14/05/2013 22:18

Just want to say that the Flowers Flowers Flowers should really be for the fabulous TheCunnyFunt who is sending me a baby waterproof all-in-one that her ds has grown out of.

She refused to accept any money for it but suggested I might consider donating to Woolly Hugs instead Smile.

Original poster
KnottyLocks · 14/05/2013 22:29

Beehatch, most cast on between 33 and 36 stitches for a 6" square.

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 14/05/2013 22:31

Thanks everyone Thanks

Bee it is about 33, thank you for joining with us again Thanks and WhoKnows Thanks

Thanks TheCunnyFunt Smile For thinking of us

....and another lovely donor to thank, your donation has arrived safely and we are very grateful, that really is a generous thing you have done, bless you X Thanks

Thanks cq

Original poster
KnottyLocks · 14/05/2013 22:42

Thanks, lovelies. Thanks

The response has been amazing.

You are all complete [stars]

Thanks
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Skoggy · 14/05/2013 22:59

So sad to hear that another woolly hug is needed. My thoughts are with Trinity and her daughters.
I'm in, as ever.

crazynanna · 14/05/2013 23:08
Smile

'Tis I Knotty and Pistey.

I wish to get involved again, and will donate a few bob.

But as you know from before, I was born in the long,hot sexfest summer that was 1876, and I don't do the paypal thingy, and still use registered post. So please send me that address again (by PM) so I can pop to the Post office.

Thankyou Smile

Wolfcub · 15/05/2013 06:43

debbie bliss cashmerino dk is a bargain 3.50 at cafe knit

RatherBeOnThePiste · 15/05/2013 07:34

Morning all Brew

Crazynanna - I'm coming to you now Smile Thanks

Thanks Skoggy X