Afghans for Afghans
For all my knitty/crafty friends -- consider making the ocassional pair of mittens or socks for Afghans for Afghans. Of course, if you're ambitious, you could make an afghan too! *g* But seriously, a pair of kids' mittens or kids' socks can be whipped up in a few nights -- and are greatly appreciated. Complete guidelines and some easy patterns found on the web site. The main caveat is -- use natural fibers only, as acrylics or other man-made fibers aren't warm enough! But you can use up your odds and sods of wool making a nice pair of striped mittens or vest. The best part -- you can knit something up when you have time and then send it in when they request what you have made. (I started a teen-sized vest, but didn't finish it in time for the original campaign. Instead I sent it in about 4-5 months later, when they asked for sweaters/vests again.)
Clear your stash! Have fun! Try out new patterns!
Clear your stash! Have fun! Try out new patterns!