Hi Abbie, you have been busy ! Great that you are almost ready to send a parcel. It is always so exciting to send the first one [I still get excited when I send a parcel, knowing the squares will help keep a child warm]
Before you mail, please check out the Postage discussion [click on Forum above and then scroll to Postage 2013] I assume you have seen Erica's discussion about making things easier for unpacking ? It's here if you haven't.
You might also like to join the US discussion group. They can give you tips on how to mail items. [click on Groups and scroll to United States of America]
Hi Abbie, rest assured that squares are so very important. It doesnt matter if they are plain janes or intricate patterns, each and every one goes into the blankets. It takes 35 squares to make a blanket and if you have time take a look through the photo section to see some wonderful blankets that have been made. So glad you have joined this wonderful, loving community :)
Thank you Abbie for your kind comments. Yes, the KAS Pattern Book is certainly helpful and gives new members somewhere to start! It was developed by Linda (Canada) and Carol (UK) - a heroic team-effort! The team-working in KAS is one of the aspects that makes it so effective, plus members know for sure that the blankets and garments actually reach the children for whom they are intended. Look forward to seeing some pics when you complete some squares.
Hi Abbie and a very warm welcome to KAS from Norfolk UK. We are a very friendly bunch so please feel free to ask any questions, there is always somebody with an answer, as I have found out!
Do take a look around the site using the tabs at the top of the page.
The pattern tab will take you to some wonderful knit and crochet patterns of items that are desperately needed. We are focusing on children aged 4-9 years old.
Using patterns from the KasPattern Book , which are designed for the older child, will ensure you send exactly what the children need to keep them the warmest.
The photo section has some wonderful pics of peoples work and when you feel ready it would be great to see some of your work but it isn’t a necessity to do this. It’s a great place for ideas and inspiration to keep the children warm.
So glad you have joined us. Happy knitting/crocheting :)
Greetings Abbie from up in Canada above MN! Welcome to a worldwide network of loving happy people helping African Aids orphans. Glad to have you with us. It's so heartening to know that in this global, often so impersonal world, we're actually making a difference, a REAL difference, in the lives of these children. Check out the Forum, above, for the various discussion threads, and Photos for all the lovely photos of members' work and Groups where you can join groups from countries around the world.
The Featured Discussions grouping (in the Forum section) show the most important subjects at the moment, latest challenges, latest news etc. I also recommend the Anyone Want to Chat Discussion section, which contains the Our Furry Companions and Yarnaholics threads. I am so much a Yarnaholic! Thanks again for helping the AIDS orphans in Africa!
Hi Abbie, Welcome to the KAS Forum from the UK. I hope you will enjoy being part of this friendly & lively community. Do you knit or crochet or both? We now have our official KAS Pattern Book with all the garments and squares that have been found the most useful to distribute to the children. Just double click on this link : http://forum.knit-a-square.com/page/patterns
For further questions click on the Forum tab for FAQs, How do I or KAS - Questions, Answers and Help.
Very glad your Facebook/web search directed to you our global knitting family! Check out the Hello & Welcome Letter by clicking the "Main Page" tab above. There you will find all kinds of information about KAS. Another great section to look over is the Photo tab - everyone is so supportive of the work on display.
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PS Please post photos of your work before you send !
Linda
Hi Abbie, you have been busy ! Great that you are almost ready to send a parcel. It is always so exciting to send the first one [I still get excited when I send a parcel, knowing the squares will help keep a child warm]
Before you mail, please check out the Postage discussion [click on Forum above and then scroll to Postage 2013] I assume you have seen Erica's discussion about making things easier for unpacking ? It's here if you haven't.
You might also like to join the US discussion group. They can give you tips on how to mail items. [click on Groups and scroll to United States of America]
Hi Abbie, rest assured that squares are so very important. It doesnt matter if they are plain janes or intricate patterns, each and every one goes into the blankets. It takes 35 squares to make a blanket and if you have time take a look through the photo section to see some wonderful blankets that have been made. So glad you have joined this wonderful, loving community :)
Thank you Abbie for your kind comments. Yes, the KAS Pattern Book is certainly helpful and gives new members somewhere to start! It was developed by Linda (Canada) and Carol (UK) - a heroic team-effort! The team-working in KAS is one of the aspects that makes it so effective, plus members know for sure that the blankets and garments actually reach the children for whom they are intended. Look forward to seeing some pics when you complete some squares.
Another welcome from the UK Abbie, great to have you with us.
Welcome to KAS Abbie and warm greetings from South Africa :)
Hi Abbie and a very warm welcome to KAS from Norfolk UK. We are a very friendly bunch so please feel free to ask any questions, there is always somebody with an answer, as I have found out!
Do take a look around the site using the tabs at the top of the page.
The pattern tab will take you to some wonderful knit and crochet patterns of items that are desperately needed. We are focusing on children aged 4-9 years old.
Using patterns from the KasPattern Book , which are designed for the older child, will ensure you send exactly what the children need to keep them the warmest.
The discussion Ronda's Winter Drive-Celebrating the Year of the Older Child has an update of items needed.
The photo section has some wonderful pics of peoples work and when you feel ready it would be great to see some of your work but it isn’t a necessity to do this. It’s a great place for ideas and inspiration to keep the children warm.
So glad you have joined us. Happy knitting/crocheting :)
Greetings Abbie from up in Canada above MN! Welcome to a worldwide network of loving happy people helping African Aids orphans. Glad to have you with us. It's so heartening to know that in this global, often so impersonal world, we're actually making a difference, a REAL difference, in the lives of these children. Check out the Forum, above, for the various discussion threads, and Photos for all the lovely photos of members' work and Groups where you can join groups from countries around the world.
The Featured Discussions grouping (in the Forum section) show the most important subjects at the moment, latest challenges, latest news etc. I also recommend the Anyone Want to Chat Discussion section, which contains the Our Furry Companions and Yarnaholics threads. I am so much a Yarnaholic! Thanks again for helping the AIDS orphans in Africa!
Welcome, Abbie, from suburban Philadelphia. So glad you've joined us!
Hi Abbie, Welcome to the KAS Forum from the UK. I hope you will enjoy being part of this friendly & lively community. Do you knit or crochet or both? We now have our official KAS Pattern Book with all the garments and squares that have been found the most useful to distribute to the children. Just double click on this link : http://forum.knit-a-square.com/page/patterns
For further questions click on the Forum tab for FAQs, How do I or KAS - Questions, Answers and Help.
Very glad your Facebook/web search directed to you our global knitting family! Check out the Hello & Welcome Letter by clicking the "Main Page" tab above. There you will find all kinds of information about KAS. Another great section to look over is the Photo tab - everyone is so supportive of the work on display.
For the KAS South Africa Wish List needs and requirements, please check out this link : http://forum.knit-a-square.com/forum/topics/kas-wish-list-guideline...