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Woolly Hugs : A Blanket for snorris and her family

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 22/06/2013 13:38

We have heard the desperately sad news that snorris' daughter has lost her battle against a congenital heart condition she was just 7 years old. Snorris' thread is here if you would like to add your condolences. She starts it with a different name (accidia) as you will see.

We send snorris love from us all and are so sorry for her loss. She and her family are in our hearts and thoughts X

We have offered to make snorris and her family a Woolly Hug and hope it may give whatever comfort it can to them. We are so pleased that they have accepted.

So once again we are asking for your help Thanks

I will co-ordinate and Knotty (KnottyLocks) is 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 PM me with your offers, crafting, donating, need wool etc


Heartfelt thanks Thanks

The Wool We Are Using
*Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK (being discontinued but still some around)
*Debbie Bliss Rialto DK
*Artesano Superwash Merino DK
*Rowan Cashsoft DK (also being discontinued but still some around)
*James Brett Pure Merino DK
*Sublime Extra Fine Merino DK

Just from these please as we know they combine for wash and wear

The Colours
Pinks, purples, greens, blues, silver
Cream but just for embellishments please, and if choosing cream please go for the Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK 013/ DB Rialto ecru or the James Brett no 7


Suggestions for themes and motifs
*Stars (These could be in squares, or separate embellishments for us to attach later.)
*They live not far from the sea and on the edge of countryside - so colours/themes from nature.
*Magnolia trees are special.

  • S loved reading, singing and school
  • They have pets: hamsters, guinea pigs, a pony.
  • Aeroplanes
    *S loved 'Build a Bear'
    *We have the initials if this is something you'd like to hlep with, please PM.

    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.

    Do use the crafting guide on our website for help and ideas. Previous blankets can be seen here too. We are on Facebook at MNWoollyHugs and on Twitter @MNWoollyHugs. Both are good ways to keep in touch.

    When ready for posting, please PM me for info.

    So sad that another blanket is needed. Snorris my lovely, we are thinking of you and the girls, your family and friends and sending love X



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

    Pistey and Knotty Thanks
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BelleEtLaBaby · 23/06/2013 07:53

I've got a ball of James Brett in my stash, in pale blue. I'll use that. I should think I can get 2 squares that size from it. I'll do some star lace, and a teddy bear?

I'm pretty quick so if you need more than that and anyone can donate me some yarn, let me know.

Much love and condolences to the family xx

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KnottyLocks · 23/06/2013 08:07

You should easily get 2 squares. The patterns sound lovely. Thank you.

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 23/06/2013 08:23

They certainly do, thank you so much Belle, we are so glad to have you with us Thanks

Thanks Our thanks this morning to some fabulous donors, your funds have arrived safely, hopefully you had our email, remember if you would like to send a card to snorris and her family, please do. We really appreciate your generosity and will be sending woolly wool out on your behalf tomorrow morning, you are stars Thanks

Thanks HomeEcoGnomist

Thanks Woolfey

Thanks TeaMakesItAllPossible

Thanks To an anonymous lovely who sent funds through yesterday afternoon at about 4pm.

We [heart] the donors. Thanks


Thank you lovely Ophelia, I am away to PMs ThanksThanksThanks



Brew

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HoggyTruffle · 23/06/2013 09:51

Very sad news. I will look for some patterns to do.

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WhyohWhyCantIThinkofaFabName · 23/06/2013 10:43

So very sorry to hear another blanket is needed. Sending love to the family at such a terrible time Xx I would be able to do a couple of squares..I ordered the wool yesterday. I have an easy pattern for butterflies too..I could make some up and send them in to to be sewn on to squares?

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GoingGoingGoth · 23/06/2013 11:08

Just PMed you Piste
Count me in.

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VitoCorleone · 23/06/2013 11:23

Hi all

Ive seen some of this Debbie Bliss rialto DK in apple green on ebay. I will happily buy this and send it on to somebody who can knit if it will help x

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TheThickPlottens · 23/06/2013 11:52

just pm'd you Pistey. Count me in.

Thinking of Snorris and her family.

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 23/06/2013 13:20

Afternoon all, and thank you Thanks

WhyohWhy - butterflies sound lovely, thank you, and Vito yes please, I shall PM you an address of a crafter right now. Thank you, that is very kind.


I am away to PMs now.


Thanks

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MOSagain · 23/06/2013 16:19

finished, will post tomorrow. Normal address?

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GlaikitFizzog · 23/06/2013 16:34

//⭐ and //💗 (sorry if you aren't on an apple device but they are hears and stars :)

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KnottyLocks · 23/06/2013 17:20

Or heart even Smile

Yes please, MOS Thanks

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GoodbyeRubyTuesday · 23/06/2013 17:41

:( that another blanket is needed but I shall knit a couple of squares. Just ordered some wool to hopefully make a little hug so I will do these while I'm waiting for that to arrive :)

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KnottyLocks · 23/06/2013 20:54

Thank you Thanks

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TrinityRhino · 23/06/2013 21:48

I'm not on an apple device and I can see them. cute. Smile

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MNPin2013 · 23/06/2013 23:40

Would the stars be best in cream or yellow Pistey / Knotty

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MNPin2013 · 23/06/2013 23:45

⭐🌺❤

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 24/06/2013 05:40

Morning all Brew


Thanks Huge thanks everyone. MNP, I would say cream but happy if Knots gets here and thinks otherwise.

Off to PMs. Thanks

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KnottyLocks · 24/06/2013 06:37

I concur! Cream please, MNP. Thanks.

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MNPin2013 · 24/06/2013 14:40

Fab :)

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HorsesDogsNails · 24/06/2013 17:23

Ok, as a newbie to Woolly Hugs I've ordered my yarn from Deramores today so when it comes I'll crochet a couple of squares and then I'll be in touch for where to send them..... They'll be plain ole granny squares 'cos I'm a novice!

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 24/06/2013 17:32

They will be perfect Smile

Deramores are very good, you may well get your woolly wool in the post tomorrow.

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Lots of wool is on the way to crafters, hopefully arriving as early as tomorrow. I've just posted lots, all bought with funds from very kind donors. Huge thanks to them, and we have another lovely to thank tonight.


Thanks QOD

You are a star, thank you.







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BelleEtLaBaby · 24/06/2013 19:04

My wool should be here tomorrow so I should be able to send by the weekend xx

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RatherBeOnThePiste · 25/06/2013 05:56

Thanks Belle. Last posting date will be a couple of weeks away, so don't feel you have to rush. Thanks


Morning all :)
Brew

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TrinityRhino · 25/06/2013 07:06

I think I have pmed you pistey Grin

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