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| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Nov 20 2008 : 1:10:44 PM
**Called every store around here that carries that brand of yarn - none of them had the delft blue, so then I went to the website, and I finally found it there**
Did anyone besides me see this in the Sept/Oct issue of Crochet Today?
http://www.crochettoday.com
(click on the picture of the Special Olympics)
To sum it up, the Special Olympics is looking to give a handmade scarf to each athlete and their whole entourage. That means the number they are looking to reach this year is 5000! There are any number of free scarf patterns online, and it looks like they are made from Super Saver Yarn, Delft Blue (#885) and Soft White (#316). The only rules are that the scarves be made from those exact colors, and that they are in the hands of the Special Olympics people in Idaho by January 15, 2009.
Now, I know I've been craft-fasting, but I think I may have to break down and buy me some yarn (unless someone has some they'd like to barter). DS has been bugging me to teach him how to use my knifty knitter, so may have to do it with this project. Not only teach a skill, but generosity and compassion as well.
Anyway, thought this was too good not to pass on. Hope we can help them!
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
Craft Fasting since October 21, 2008 |
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| 82kygal |
Posted - Jan 14 2009 : 11:30:08 AM
You guys have done well, beautiful. I made the mistake of sending mine off with out taking any pictures. I am so bummed but oh well at least I know they made it.
Good job to you!
With God, all things are possible. (Mark 10:27)
What ever you are, be a good one. (Abe Lincoln) |
| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Jan 14 2009 : 12:44:24 AM
Mary, these are beautiful! I am so excited that we were able to help them with SO many!
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
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| Buffalomary |
Posted - Jan 13 2009 : 10:02:06 PM
I have managed to stay busy during this short break between semesters and Thursday when I go in to pick up my books for this next semester I will be able to drive by and drop off 10 scarves for the Special Olympics. Thank you, Ann, for this post. I would have never known otherwise!
Here's a pic of what I have been able to finish:
Buffalomary
Farmgirl Sister #293
You can take the farmer's daughter off the farm but you can't take the farm out of the farmer's daughter!!
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| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Jan 02 2009 : 06:37:05 AM
Deadline is fast approaching!
Just checked their website this morning:
"This year, the Scarf Project is already back in action for the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games! With the national outreach received from Scarf Project sponsor Coats and Clark, the World Winter Games has already surpassed its goal of 5,000 scarves, receiving over 14,000 scarves over the last few months. If you have not mailed in your scarf, there is still time to do so. The World Winter Games will be accepting scarves until the 15 January 2009 deadline."
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
Craft Fasting since October 21, 2008 |
| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Dec 31 2008 : 2:25:38 PM
Here they are:
All 4 of them!
The little bit I had left over I used for KOSO baby caps, which also got mailed today. Sorry, didn't get a photo of those...
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
Craft Fasting since October 21, 2008 |
| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Dec 30 2008 : 09:27:49 AM
Just finished scarf #4 this morning... Will be sending them off tomorrow with my KOSO baby hats. Will post photos either later today or tomorrow, and will definitely put on my blog.
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
Craft Fasting since October 21, 2008 |
| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Dec 28 2008 : 09:09:04 AM
bump
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
Craft Fasting since October 21, 2008 |
| 82kygal |
Posted - Dec 23 2008 : 08:08:11 AM
I put two in the mail but had to finish my grandbaby's afgan so had to concentrate on that for a while will work on more after christmas. We have until the 15th of January. Great job Ann!
With God, all things are possible. (Mark 10:27)
What ever you are, be a good one. (Abe Lincoln) |
| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Dec 21 2008 : 08:31:13 AM
Finished scarf #3 last night, and am trying to decide how to do #4 with what's left. How's everyone else doing?
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
Craft Fasting since October 21, 2008 |
| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Dec 17 2008 : 07:59:45 AM
bump
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
Craft Fasting since October 21, 2008 |
| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Dec 14 2008 : 3:40:31 PM
I think all boys should be taught to either knit or crochet or both. It keeps their minds occupied with something productive and it's time they are not spending playing video games. We have a rule in our house - being a boy/girl is no excuse for not learning something. There are no "girl" activities or "boy" activities - only activities. If you want to try, then let's do it.
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
Craft Fasting since October 21, 2008 |
| 82kygal |
Posted - Dec 14 2008 : 2:34:40 PM
Oh man that is too bad. The pictures are great. I am so proud of him for working so hard on it. I asked my hubby if he knew how to crochet. He said his mom taught him when he was little. I think it is great.
With God, all things are possible. (Mark 10:27)
What ever you are, be a good one. (Abe Lincoln) |
| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Dec 13 2008 : 09:55:44 AM
We had new knitter tragedy in my house this week - yes, sad but true. When DS went to work on row 3, not only did he lose a bunch of stitches, but somehow managed to tie the ones he did in some kind of new boy scout knot. After tearing it all out, yes, I almost cried, he has decided he is going to wait to try again. So, it looks like I'll be doing his scarves. BUT hey, at least he tried, and I'm sure when he's ready to try again, I know I'll get another, "well that's not so hard."
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
Craft Fasting since October 21, 2008 |
| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Dec 11 2008 : 06:33:22 AM
Yes, DS is knitting with needles! He knocked out 2 more rows last night, and after a good morning of sledding today, he'll probably knock out a few more. I'm pretty sure I'll have to help him finish, but look at the joy (and pride) on his face!
"Gee Mom - this isn't so hard!"
Hope this brightens your day!
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
Craft Fasting since October 21, 2008 |
| 82kygal |
Posted - Dec 11 2008 : 05:36:56 AM
Got a few done and in the mail. Last update I heard they have gotten over 4000 the goal is 5000 so way to go Crocheters!!!!! What a way to go for these special people!!
With God, all things are possible. (Mark 10:27)
What ever you are, be a good one. (Abe Lincoln) |
| 82kygal |
Posted - Nov 30 2008 : 07:48:20 AM
Well, I got one done! It only took about four hours. I am going to get as many as I can. Walmart carries the yarn colors needed.
With God, all things are possible. (Mark 10:27)
What ever you are, be a good one. (Abe Lincoln) |
| 82kygal |
Posted - Nov 25 2008 : 06:52:48 AM
WOW How great is this!! I guess I will be getting to work on scarves. I work with these special wonderful people everyday! I could not ask for a better job. Everyone should get a chance to work with them. They always need volunteers I guarantee it will change your life forever
With God, all things are possible. (Mark 10:27)
What ever you are, be a good one. (Abe Lincoln) |
| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Nov 22 2008 : 06:33:21 AM
For everyone participating, be sure to post photos!
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
Craft Fasting since October 21, 2008 |
| LivingWell4You |
Posted - Nov 22 2008 : 06:04:45 AM
I agree with Monica and Tammy - crafting for a good cause doesn't break the fast. (1) It isn't for personal "gain"; (2) it's coming and, more importantly, going out of your house in a short period of time; and (3) there is a timeline associated with it.
To me it's the oxen-in-a-ditch analogy from the Bible: even on the Sabbath, it was permissible to rescue an oxen that had fallen in a ditch rather than let it suffer even though it was technically considered work. So I'm gonna get my own oxen out of the ditch - putting yarn on my shopping list now.
Thanks so much for sharing this, Ann. What a good cause.
God bless -
Karen ~ Chickherder & Farmgirl Sister #311
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| Libbie |
Posted - Nov 20 2008 : 10:54:40 PM
...and for all you knitters out there, there's a knitted version, too! Here's a link to the pattern: http://www.coatsandclark.com/NR/rdonlyres/3BA95630-AF0F-4D5A-9385-B95B4749AECA/83697/WR1704.pdf . and it really IS a great cause. Thanks for the heads'up!
XOXO, Libbie
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| bbteacher |
Posted - Nov 20 2008 : 6:56:37 PM
Ann,
Thanks for letting me know about this. I'll pass this along to my knitting and crocheting buddies. I also just want to tell you gals that the Special Olympics is a fantastic organization. I have a cousin who has Down Syndrome. When Robyn was in her late teens and twenties, she participated in the summer Special Olynpics in swimming. She won many medals and I got to be her hugger. We give to this organization 4 times a year-for each of their olympic campaigns. My niece (4) also has Down's and my sister is already checking into the Special Olympics for her. I'm so making a scarf or two for this great cause. Thanks again Ann. By-the-by, I haven't forgotten that you need eyelet and hopefully a package will get out to you in the mail this weekend.
Be well,
Bonnie
Farmgirl #333 |
| Tammy Claxton |
Posted - Nov 20 2008 : 6:07:41 PM
That's right! It doesn't count because you will definitely use it!
Crafty Bay Farmgirl Chapter
"What doesn't kill you will only make you stronger"
Farmgirl #152
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| oldfashioned girl |
Posted - Nov 20 2008 : 5:50:05 PM
Ann, Getting yarn for a worthy cause doesn't count!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Monica
farmgirls rule!
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| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Nov 20 2008 : 4:35:56 PM
EllynAnne - I'm emailing you!
Ann in Oswego
http://suburbanprairiehouse.wordpress.com
Times may be tough, but farmgirls are tougher!
Craft Fasting since October 21, 2008 |
| EllynAnne |
Posted - Nov 20 2008 : 4:03:54 PM
Hey! My nephew particpates in the Special Olympics. May I prevail on one of y'all to knit a scarf for me? I would be happy to purchase the yarn and pay the scarf's postage to its destination.
Thanks for the consideration. However, the knitting is a from-the-heart project on your part, and if my request is asking too much, my feelings are not hurt should no one respond.
Knit away!
xxea
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