Welcome to Knit A Square Cathy from way over in the middle of Canada. I find KAS such a rewarding cause to be involved in and I hope you enjoy it too. Do check out the New Member Guide which is found by clicking "Main Page" in the header above. To reach the Discussions just click Forum above and if you click on Photos above, you will see items that are heading to Africa, in all colors and shapes, plus those that have arrived there. If you click on Groups, above, you can join the friendly Aussie group or any groups you wish, to chat with. Any questions just PM me. :)
We have an increased need for cardigans, sweaters, Go-Overs and Slip-Overs in sizes 3 and up (to early teen), but if you have baby items made or donated to you, they will be delivered to those charities in Johannesburg which can distribute them. Hats that fit toddlers and will grow with them need to be made in small adult head sizes. As I have a large melon, I make my hats an inch or two smaller in circumference, but always stretchy, so they fit and then grow with the orphan.
We always need 8” (or close enough) squares, knitted, crocheted or felted from old sweaters. The G4 prison alone can handle sewing up 100,000 squares per month. Daunting until you realize over 80 countries are contributing now, 300+ schools, and each of us is doing our own small part which adds to the whole. Thank you so much for anything you can do for the orphans, there are literally millions of them.
So, welcome to Knit A Square! Blankets and hats and sweaters direct from our hands to their hearts, a win-win. And now we’re helping out in Zimbabwe too and they need everything there too. I just love making a real difference in a child’s life. So welcome aboard!
Welcome to KAS from sunny (and very hot!!) Western Australia. I hope you are not in or near one of the flood affected regions.
We are so glad you have joined our global knitting/crocheting family. We are a friendly, supportive bunch so if you should have any queries, please ask. There is always someone able to answer.
Do you knit, crochet or perhaps do both?? Any contribution you are able to make will be so appreciated by the darling children of S. Africa. 8" (20 cm.) squares are top of our wishlist for 2012. The wishlist can be viewed by clicking on the 'forum' tab located at the top of the page. In the forum you will find many interesting discussions...not all related to knitting/crocheting.
If you are unsure where to begin...you may like to click on the 'photo' tab, also top of page, where you will find an inspiring collection of photos posted by our members.
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Cathy, welcome to KAS. I only joined last month and already feel like part of the family, hope you do to.
Welcome to Knit A Square Cathy from way over in the middle of Canada. I find KAS such a rewarding cause to be involved in and I hope you enjoy it too. Do check out the New Member Guide which is found by clicking "Main Page" in the header above. To reach the Discussions just click Forum above and if you click on Photos above, you will see items that are heading to Africa, in all colors and shapes, plus those that have arrived there. If you click on Groups, above, you can join the friendly Aussie group or any groups you wish, to chat with. Any questions just PM me. :)
We have an increased need for cardigans, sweaters, Go-Overs and Slip-Overs in sizes 3 and up (to early teen), but if you have baby items made or donated to you, they will be delivered to those charities in Johannesburg which can distribute them. Hats that fit toddlers and will grow with them need to be made in small adult head sizes. As I have a large melon, I make my hats an inch or two smaller in circumference, but always stretchy, so they fit and then grow with the orphan.
We always need 8” (or close enough) squares, knitted, crocheted or felted from old sweaters. The G4 prison alone can handle sewing up 100,000 squares per month. Daunting until you realize over 80 countries are contributing now, 300+ schools, and each of us is doing our own small part which adds to the whole. Thank you so much for anything you can do for the orphans, there are literally millions of them.
So, welcome to Knit A Square! Blankets and hats and sweaters direct from our hands to their hearts, a win-win. And now we’re helping out in Zimbabwe too and they need everything there too. I just love making a real difference in a child’s life. So welcome aboard!
welcom to Kas Cathy
Hi Cathy
Welcome to KAS from sunny (and very hot!!) Western Australia. I hope you are not in or near one of the flood affected regions.
We are so glad you have joined our global knitting/crocheting family. We are a friendly, supportive bunch so if you should have any queries, please ask. There is always someone able to answer.
Do you knit, crochet or perhaps do both?? Any contribution you are able to make will be so appreciated by the darling children of S. Africa. 8" (20 cm.) squares are top of our wishlist for 2012. The wishlist can be viewed by clicking on the 'forum' tab located at the top of the page. In the forum you will find many interesting discussions...not all related to knitting/crocheting.
If you are unsure where to begin...you may like to click on the 'photo' tab, also top of page, where you will find an inspiring collection of photos posted by our members.
Once again..welcome and enjoy!