AFRICA - MARCH 2026 THEME

Across the African continent, childhood looks very different for millions of boys and girls who have lost one or both parents. The scale of this crisis is staggering; tens of millions of children are growing up as orphans, making Africa home to one of the largest orphaned populations in the world. Behind these numbers are stories of hardship, resilience, and survival.

From the loss of parents due to disease, poverty, or conflict, to the daily struggles of accessing food, education, and healthcare, orphaned children face challenges that few of us can imagine. Yet, in the face of such adversity, there is also hope. By understanding the scope of the issue and the needs of these children, we can begin to see how collective action can change their futures for the better.

I'd like to encourage our creative skills this month in warming, soothing and helping these needy children realise there is care and love flowing to them from across the world. You can knit and crochet squares, blankets, hats, handwarmers and small toys which are all welcome and much needed.

The chosen colour of the month is GREEN.

However, I'd suggest given the vast array of animals, languages, cultures, landscapes, flags, tribes and the general use of colour through vibrant garments and materials that any colour is welcome. Picture squares, stripes, appliques and PJ's will brighten up a child's life.

Should you like to, and are able, we'd love you to post your makes in this discussion for others to enjoy and be inspired by. Thank you xx

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Patricia Underwood March 13, 2026 at 4:46am

Colour of the Month squares in Aurora Stitch (aka Grit Stitch).
- Bev Jeffery > Patricia Underwood March 13, 2026 at 11:50am
  
  LOVELY texture....GORGEOUS shade of green, Patricia!
- Amy > Patricia Underwood March 13, 2026 at 6:35am
  
  Beautiful.
- Karen Gordon > Patricia Underwood March 13, 2026 at 6:34am
  
  Pretty colour, very pretty stitch, Th U xx
Bev Jeffery March 10, 2026 at 5:49pm
- Amy > Bev Jeffery March 13, 2026 at 6:34am
  
  Love this cheeky duo, and a fabulous green to boot.
- Estelle McLeod > Bev Jeffery March 11, 2026 at 8:06am
  
  Love those Bev and so will the children.
- Patricia Underwood > Bev Jeffery March 11, 2026 at 5:17am
  
  So sweet, Bev.
- Karen Gordon > Bev Jeffery March 11, 2026 at 3:47am
  
  Bev these made me do a silly grin! Thank you, the children will just love them too.
- Mireille Réau > Bev Jeffery March 10, 2026 at 9:32pm
  
  Adorables comme tous vos appliqués Bev et si amusants ! Ce vert fluo est vraiment tonique et gagnant.

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