Woolly Hugs. Thinking of Will. A Blanket for minmooch, please can you help us?

[KnottyAndPistey]

Desperately sad news we’re afraid. After two and a half years, Minmooch’s beautiful son Will lost his fight with cancer at the age of just 18. Life is too cruel, we are so sorry. Bless min, she said, “I am humbled by his strength and humour that he has shown throughout his short life.” Min’s thread is here if you would like to post condolences… we know many of you have.

We are so pleased that minmooch has accepted our offer of a Woolly Hug, there will be love for them all in every stitch. She says she is very touched. We hope the Woolly Hug may give whatever comfort it can to min and her family.

Once again we are calling on the Blanketeers for help - whether it be donating, knitting or crocheting. Can you help us?

We asked min about Will, and these are her words…..

He loved sailing and walking. He loved his school and the CCF (Combined Cadet Force). He loved loved loved reading, Harry Potter was a favourite, and Terry Pratchet his favourite author. He also loved Electronics and was building a remote controlled chariot at school. He loved his younger brother and our family yellow Labrador Harvey. He loved colour and was known for his wacky taste in ties.

?So there are lots of ideas for squares, but please don't feel daunted by these suggestions, we love plain squares and simple textures too. They look as stunning as the more complex squares and play a vital role in the overall effect. We do have initials, if this could be you, do PM. Thank you.

Knotty ( KnottyLocks ) will help with any crafting queries. All crafting abilities genuinely welcome, squares made by beginner or expert are equally welcomed. It really is the love and thought that counts. Please do PM Knotty if you need help.

If you would like to donate wool or funds, I can match you up. If you would like to join in but need donated wool, I can help there too. We know there is a lot of wool in circulation at the moment, please do feel free to use any for this project too, but please PM me with your offers of help ( RatherBeOnThePiste) so we know where we are.

The Yarn we are Using….

• Artesano Superwash Merino DK
• Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK (discontinued but some still around)
• Debbie Bliss Rialto DK
• Drops Merino Extra Fine DK
• James C. Brett Pure Merino DK (also discontinued, some still to be had)
• Jenny Watson Pure Merino DK
• Sublime Extra Fine Merino Wool DK Just from the brands listed please because we know they combine for wash and wear.

Colours, to be bright and bold, no pastels except pale blue please.

• Orange - this one Sublime Extra Fine Merino Wool DK - Pumpkin (373) or this one Debbie Bliss Rialto DK - Tangerine (56)
• Red - only Jenny Watson Pure Merino DK WM6 ‘Ruby’ please.
• Blues, including royal blue as Will loved his school, pale blue is lovely but no darker than denim blue please.
• Greens - brighter ones please eg apple
• Cream - but please choose one of the following - Debbie Bliss Rialto DK 02 ecru, James C. Brett Pure Merino DK no 7 or Jenny Watson Pure Merino DK WM4 cream

Do use the crafting guide on the website to help you with lots of practical info such as help with buying colours, recommended online retailers and if interested there are a lot of linked suggestions for patterns. Squares to be 6 inches, using 4mm hook or needles. Always feel free to post questions on the thread if unsure. When finished please sew in your ends but don’t block your work. Then PM me (RatherBeOnThePiste) for details for posting.

Previous blankets can be seen on the Woolly Hugs website and we are on Facebook and Twitter at MNWoollyHugs/@MNWoollyHugs which are both good ways to keep in touch.

Thank you again and for the love and support shown.
Min

As always heartfelt thanks for your support. Thinking of beautiful Will, his family and friends.

Pistey and Knotty

Evening, lovely woollies.

Thank you very very much to my lovely donor for the 2 balls of Sublime yarn, one in pumpkin and the other in gem, which is a gorgeous teal bluey colour. Hope I make you proud

Pistey and Knotty happy to do initials if they are still
needed.

I've just finished my other blanket squares and was just looking at this thread - I have a lovely mid-blue, light blue and cream, but from the sounds of it you want to go as bright as poss, yes?

If so, could I possibly just have 1/4 ball of orange or red for contrast? No worries if not, but if you've got a bit spare that'd be great.

Which would you like for contrast Minnie?

Can post tomorrow.

The orange is the pumpkin.

Ooh, fab. Here's my blue - it's a bit more cobalty in RL, so I guess either a bit of green or the orange? Whichever you have most of/least people are already using, I'm happy with whatever, really.

I'm planning to send squares for all three blankets and Easter WH sale stuff this weekend but I might end up sending these on later. But still before the deadline, for once!

Morning :)

Many thanks to zhx3 your wool has arrived safely with your crafter and she will make something very beautiful for min from you both.

Beautiful woolly treasure has been arriving, heartfelt thanks lovely crafters, you are stars

Jacksmania Such a beautiful square to reflect Will's love of sailing. On a blue striped crochet square, a sailing boat. Beautiful and so thoughtful. Super

Thank you

Orange be zingy there Minnie - hopefully will post later today, if not definitely tomorrow

Thank you Weegie X

Many thanks Pistey, appreciate it.

A lovely ball of orange wool has just popped through my letter box, thank you

gorgeous red and orange yarn arrived here today, very Gryffindor :) will get started on some squares tomorrow!

Hullo folks,

We're just going to move this to the Woolly Huggers topic.

Thank you

Wow, the little boat must have had a tail wind to get across the Atlantic so quickly! :):):)

Thanks lovely X

Beautiful woolly treasure for minmooch arriving safely today, and there is love crafted into every stitch. Huge thanks to the crafters, you really are rather special you know?

ScienceRocks In denim blue, beautifully knitted, a gorgeous garter knit square. Super

Thank you so much, you really are a star

Afternoon

Beautiful woolly treasure has been arriving today, really is so lovely, so much love, thought and care. Bless you

WatchingOut Two beautiful crocheted squares, in apple and dark blue, circular designs, fabulous textures, really super

Thank you X

Have done the deed Knotty

I've just seen this as it has moved topics. My heart goes out to Minmooch. I am so sorry to hear such sad news.

On Mothers’ Day, we send our love to all families within our Woolly Hugs’ community, but particularly those for whom this will be a day touched with sadness.

Thinking of our lovely minmooch, Will and her family, this will be a very difficult day for them all.

Thinking too of our our our crafters and donors who are missing a loved one.

Sending strength, love and huge hugs. Our thoughts are with you.

Pistey and Knotty

I posted some squares today. Hopefully they might get there by next Monday.

Count me in.

Have just ordered some other woolly wool and I ordered a ball of pumpkin and apple at the same time.

Thinking of min and family xx

Thanks both