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Woolly Hugs...A Blanket for Daisydotandgertie : Lovely donors and crafters, we need your help.
(445 Posts)I'm afraid we bring very sad news. Daisydotandgertie's beloved husband died earlier this month, he had been suffering from cancer. She says her heart is utterly broken. Such devastating news, we are so sorry that life has been so cruel. Our love and thoughts are with her and their family.
We have offered to make Daisy a blanket, she says she was stunned by the offer, and we are delighted to say she has accepted. She sends a million thank yous. Bless her heart. We hope Daisy will feel the love and support surrounding her and that her Woolly Hug will give whatever comfort it can.
There is no separate thread, Daisy has been posting in a very supportive thread for Mumsnetters whose husbands have cancer. Love and strength to them all X
So we are asking for help once again
We will need crocheters, knitters and donors (of funds or wool) I will co ordinate and Knotty (KnottyLocks) will help you with any queries you may have. If you would like to be involved in any way, please post on this thread and PM me with your offers: crafting, donating, need wool, etc, I can help you with all of it. Sincere heartfelt thanks.
The wool we are using
* Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK, not the baby cash
* Rowan Cashsoft DK
* Sublime Extra Fine Merino Wool DK
* Artesano Superwash Merino DK
* James C. Brett Pure Merino DK (introducing this time)
Just from these please as they are very similar and we know they can be combined for wash and wear. These are all easily available online, try Deramores, Laughing Hens, JKMWools, AWoollyTail, WiseBadger.
Please choose from the following colours.....
Silvers, blues inc. navy, lighter and brighter greens, please NO khaki, warmer purples, cream. If choosing cream, please go for the Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK 013.
Pinks but only for flower embellishments please, see below.
There is support for buying colours on our website, here.
Suggestions for personalisations and motifs
Flowers - MrD was a horticulturalist, he loved all flowers, particularly spring flowers, sweet peas and roses.
Spots and stripes - Daisy says her DH loved these.
Initials - please PM if you are interested in this, we also have a date to do.
_Welsh symbols/themes He was born in Wales, so it's a place very dear.
Please use 4mm knitting needles or hook. Squares to be six inches, simple or complex, made by beginner or expert, we genuinely welcome them all. It really is the love and thought that counts.
If looking for ideas for a pattern, there are many linked to from our website under Crafting
Previous blankets can be seen on our website We also have a Facebook page MNWoollyHugs and are on Twitter @MNWoollyHugs. If you 'like' or 'follow' us you'll be updated on progress via your feed.
When ready for posting, please PM me for info. Postage has gone up dramatically due to a change in the boundaries, so we will be thinking and hopefully be able to be helpful and give advice.
So very sad that another blanket is needed. Sending love to Daisy and their family and thinking of MrD.
As always, we thank you so much for your support.
Pistey and Knotty
Sending much love to Daisy and her family x
Skoggy here!
I'm in. Want me to do another thread Dragon too?
Sending love to Daisy and her family.
Will PM you Pistey x
Skoggy, that would be fabulous. Thank you.
We hoped you'd offer Skoggy X
Sending much love to Daisy and her family at this sad time.
Will PM you Pistey.
Marking my place and sending my sincere condolences.
all love to Daisydot and family
Will try and check in on night feeds for questions, and i have some wool so will do a square asap
I'd love to contribute to this blanket. Can now crochet as well as knit so will pm Pistey x
No probs Knotty.
Its so sad to hear that another blanket is needed.
My thoughts are with Daisy and her family. x
I would like to contribute a plain square or two if they are needed.
I am so very sorry to hear about Daisydotandgertie's loss.
Sign me up my lovlies. Will pm you Pistey.
Lots of love to Daisy and family xx
The James Brett wool is on special offer here at the moment
I've not used them before so can't vouch for speed of delivery.
Also Deramores have James Brett on special too.
Thanks everyone. Bless you.
Huge thanks to all, just starting with PMs now.
The James Brett wool is lovely, lovely colours too.
Please put me down for making a crochet square (or three if I can from the wool). I'd appreciate a donor if possible. Much love to Daisy and her family xxx
Has Debbis Bliss stopped making that wool? I just went to look on A Woolly Tail and it said it's been discontinued.
It has been discontinued sadly, hence us introducing the James Brett.
There is still a bit of DB around online though. For the moment.
Its a shame, it's a really nice wool.
Please put me down for a knitted square. Much love to Daisy, I can't even imagine x x
Deramores has the James Brett yarn 15% off until 25th if that's any use?
It is sad about the Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK being discontinued, but the James Brett seems lovely.
I have a ball of DB in a lovely gunmetal blue already - I think I will combine with another colour (or two!) for some crochet squares.
Love to Daisy and her family. X
Count me in, I shall hunt out the knitting needles again
I cannot knit
But I would love to contribute perhaps by purchasing some wool for those who are knitting to use?
Is the Lime DB ok? I think I have a ball of that somewhere
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of daisydotandgertie's DH. I recognise her from the doghouse where she has been a well reasoned and well respected poster for some time. I wasn't aware her DH was ill.
I cannot knit or crochet, but I would be happy to buy some wool if it can be sent to someone who can knit or crochet? Perhaps someone who can knit would be kind enough to pm me their address or something so I can get some wool sent to them?
I'm always ready to knit.
OhWouldYouJust and Midori,
If you OM Pistey, she'll talk you through donating. Huge thanks.
McKayz - yes thanks.
Ruby, thank you x
That's obviously PM Pistey.
I'm on other thread, but know we are thinking of you Daisy.
There are a few Mnetters who's dh are being treated for cancer on a thread in health. Daisy has been there from the start.
I'm so sorry Daisy and hope your blanket brings you some comfort and the knowledge that so many are thinking of you x
Signing in for sweet peas and roses. I'll do loose ones if you like to pop on at random. Should be ok for wool this time
Count me in, but I would appreciate it if you could match me with a donor, please.
Sending love to Daisy and her loved ones.
Count me in too, but also will need a lovely donor please!
Shall PM Pistey x
Pitsey and Knotty - such sad news.
Can I help?
I can crochet a square and have some leftover Debbie Bliss Cashmerino in my stash but I have to check which colours.
Hi, I'll knit a square for Daisy. Once the small people are in bed I shall get some wool.
Think of you at this sad time. Xx
Thanks all
We really do appreciate your support.
Rosie, of course x
In here - have DB cashmerino already in appropriate colours. Shame it's being discontinued
Sending love and sympathy to daisy and family.
So very sad to read that another blanket is required. Sending love and (((hugs))) to daisy and her family.
I will knit a square for this blanket.
Am I right in thinking the newly suggested wool will work well with my existing stash of DB?
Sending love to Daisy and family x
I'll need a donor, PMing now.
Such a marvellous response
So sad to hear Daisy's news. Of course I will knit . I would like to do the tree . I will order my wool tonight.
Count me in for some knitting. Could you match me up with a donor, if possible. If I could have two or more balls of contrasting colours (quick knitter!) I can knit several squares.
Can't imagine what Daisy is going through
MOS, all the wools we have listed in the OP can be combined. Thanks.
Sending love to Daisy and family
I can do a plain knit square if needed too, I am a beginner knitter and have only knitted a few things
Ghosts, a square made with love is perfect.
The mantra is:
'Simple Squares are good. Simple Squares are essential'
Sadly signing up again.
Just a little reminder to PM Pistey with your offers - be they crafting or donating
Many thanks.
Sending love to Daisydot and family.
I'll knit some squares, have PM'ed you Pistey.
For the Welsh theme, a better crocheter than I might like to make this dragon
I'm in. Will order my wool later today. I can donate some money too if its needed. PM me if so. xxxx
Jacks, would you mind PMing Pistey with your kind offer? It saves her having to check through the thread as well as PMs.
Love to Daisy
Huge thanks to everyone, what an amazing response already. We really do appreciate all offers of help, just marvellous and so touching.
never done this before but l am a knitter--please tell me how l can help
Count me in, pistey - cant PM as on the iPad, but still have some left over evergreen-ey coloured wool if that counts as a suitable shade of green? Otherwise happy to be paired with a donor. Love to daisy and my thoughts are with her xxx
I'm in, as ever. Happy to make from personal stash or donated wool.
Doha, thanks for signing up.
We need 6" squares made using the wool listed in the OP. They can be simple or based on one of the motifs requested by Daisy.
If you'd like to make a square or two, please PM RatherBeOnThePiste and let her know. If you need us to get wool to you, we need to know that too.
Pistey - happy to donate. I've sent you a PM
I'll sign in, will check my stash for suitable colours later and PM you Pistey. I made a daffodil square for a previous blanket, it sounds as though that would be appropriate again this time.
NoWayNoHow - Let me send some to you my lovely, I have your address
Doha - I shall PM you.
And thanks Soupy, WhoKnows and Chaz as ever X
Much love to Daisy and family xx
I'm in, will crochet some squares but will need donor wool as nothing in my stash suitable.
Very sad to hear. I will PM Pistey now.
Such sad news. I'm happy to knit a couple of squares. I have some in my stash including DB 036 ultramarine. Would that do? No problem to buy more if not.
Is anywhere offering free p&p at tho mo? I was planning on ordering the attic 24 for little hugs and was shocked at how much the postage was.
Sending love to Daisy xx
love to Daisy and family xx
have pmed
Back to PMs - huge thanks everyone X
Hairy - I'm just going to look at 036 ultramarine.
Sending my love x
Still haven't learned to knit but I'll happily send some cash. PM on it's way.
Signing in, and sending much love to Daisy and family.
Will start a knitting support thread in Arts and Crafts in a mo, presumably we will be on Ravelry too.
Let me know if there are any special requests.
Count me in, have PMed
love to Daisy
So for daisy and her family
Thinking of you x
Signing in for some squares
Thank you everyone X
Hairy Your ultramarine is lovely, thank you X
Huge thanks to everyone, am working my way through PMs, I will get to everyone
Getting quite excited at getting involved. Been onto Deramores web site and there are so many beautiful colours to choose from.
Any particular colour wanted or needed (or l will end up buying one of each )
I've pm'd you pistey, put me down for a couple of decorative squares.
Doha, colour help.
I'm on the case in blues!
Thanks tribpot
Such sad news - big hugs to Daisy and her family.
Pistey, I'm new at this but have PM'd you.
Oh no.
Count me in, I'll PM you, Pistey. I'd like some donor wool.
I'm in, I've pm'ed you Pistey.
Very sad news for Daisy and her family.
PM on its way Pistey
I've just ordered silver and cobolt DB, will hopefully be here by the end of the week. X
Sign me up Pistey please. Will PM you. xxxx
Special Hugs for Daisy and her family xx
As ever, you lovely lot are total [stars]
Just back on PMs, huge thanks to everyone.
Will donate some wool - have PM'd you.
I am sorry I can't help with the blanket as I can't knit but I just wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to DD&G - I have never met her but she has been inspirational to me with her doggie/puppy advice and I have reeled off her advice to everyone I know. She is a wonderful lady and I am very sorry to hear that she is in pain and suffering from the loss of her husband DD&G much love XX
have pmd so sorry another bla let is needed you are in my thoughts ddg xx
I would like to do a square. Pistey I'll PM you.
Thinking of Daisy and her family x
Oh dear, how awful
I will contribute squares, will PM Pistey now.
I'd like to contribute a crochet square or two. I'd be very grateful for a donor.
Am on my phone and currently shovelling food in my face after work so can't pm, but am marking my place and will get the laptop fired up shortly to pop you a PM.
My thoughts go to you and yours Daisy. xx
Heartfelt thanks to everyone, the light is off in my PM box for now, so hopefully all have been replied to, it really has been such an amazing response already.
Thanks all and bless you
Please count me in, so sorry to hear, such a horrible horrible thing. I'll pm pistey.
count me in, as you already know purple / blue kniting.
Thinking of Daisy and family.
Off to pm Pistey.
Two lovely donors to thank already tonight, we really couldn't function without your kindness and generosity. Heartfelt thanks
and one with no MN name, so we can't say but it arrived at 9.15pm
You are stars
I'm here. I think I've got some wool left in blue and green, so I'll do a couple of squares.
So sad for Daisy.
Will order more wool
All thoughts to you, Daisydotandgertie
Thanks lovely BIWI, and didi too X
Just sent some money via PayPal
^ we need a "hearts" emoticon.
Count me in too. I'll get some sublime in the morning.
Sending lots of love, how terribly sad
I would certainly be able to do a couple of squares. I shall order some wool now.
In my thoughts, Daisydotandgertie.
Huge thanks everyone. I'm away to PMs.
Morning! Thoughts this morning for Daisy, I'm very sorry for your loss.
We have another lovely donor of funds to thank, honestly you really are marvellous, we appreciate your generosity so much, thank you
Thinking of Daisy and her family.
Morning! About to pm you pistey
Morning all.
Thinking of Daisy.
Thinking of daisy, such sad news. I still can't knit or crochet so I would like to donate some wool please.
Thank you scone, you have a PM from me
Morning all, pistey I have pm'd you.
Thinking of you and your family Daisy. X
I'll start the Ravelry thread today
Thanks droitwich, Blizy - you have mail from me, thank you.
Wool ordered. I went to WiseBadger as they are local to me (I know it's the Internet ) and they have the Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Dk at £4.59 at the moment.
There really are some lovely colours.
I tried to reply to the PM but my phone rejects the concept for some reason. Will order wool tonight.
Lots of PMs, huge thanks to everyone, just working my way through. The support for daisy is so moving, bless her heart.
Ravelry page now set up here
Thank you so much Droitwich, I'll link to it from FB and Twitter.
Thank you this morning to another fabulous donor, we really appreciate your generosity, you are a star X
We [heart] the donors
Off out now, back a bit later, please do keep PMing, huge thanks to all
Yeah just had email wool has been dispatched. Needles will be clicking at the end of the week.
Good news Doha
Fabulous work by our lovely donors, lots of woolly wool is already on the way to crafters, some may even arrive as early as tomorrow. Awesome.
Just going to make a then I'm off to PMs, huge thanks to all
Could I join in please?
I'm a gardener myself (although not flowers...)
I need wool , though, can someone match me up?
unique if you pm pistey she will get some wool sorted out for you
Hi Everyone... I hope you don't mind if I join you..nickelbabe has been nagging me for a while
Anyway, I own a haberdashery and have been stocking Debbie Bliss CashmerinoDK,..but of course it's now discontinued.
So I have a pack of 37 Amethyst ( a pinky purple) and about 8 balls of Teal 19 which I'm happy to donate if you think it might suit?
I can also use these to crochet you a square if that's any good?
And I'm really sorry Daisydotandgertie
Ingles2, how lovely of you!
So Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK has been discontinued?? Booooooo. I loved how it felt when I crocheted with it. That would, of course, explain why I couldn't find it on the Deramores website.
Knotty or Pistey, I'm about to order some wool from Deramores - I've found one ball does 4 squares, so if I get three colours, that would make 12 squares - is that too much, or just about right?
I would like to crochet some squares if you can match me with a donor, will PM now.
Ingles, we'll PM you shortly, bless you. Such a kind offer.
Jacks , that will be more than enough , bless you.
If you are happy for any extras to go towards a charity fundraiser blanket or a Little Hug, then crack on. Or add to your stash as sadly we can't imagine this will be the last Woolly Hug needed.
Maybe I'll just do two colours for now then?
But you can always put anything I send you that can't go in a current blanket, towards another one. Any way that you can use it, please do .
Shoot, hit "post" too soon...
Sorry to shout but am just hoping someone will see this - DOES ANYONE HAVE A COUPON CODE FOR DERAMORES?
Thanks in advance [hearts]
Thanks , Jacks
There's a discount on the James Brett wool at Deramores but I don't have a general code.
Gowon, try the JB. It's lovely.
I looked, but I didn't see any colours I liked
I just looked again - I was going to get the Artesano Baby Green and the Dark Teal, but ok, I'm game to try the JB if you tell me which two colours I should get. I like shades 3, 5 and 16.
You pick two and I'll order them.
What colours you looking for?
Xposts! Ok , I'll have a look.
Ok Jacks,
The apple green is lovely - very similar to the DBliss one.
Then From your list, the deeper purple would work but I also think <throws curve ball> the pale blue would look stunning and spring-like.
Ok, apple green and pale blue it is. Thanks
I can vouch for ingles - she's just wonderful (cos she asked for my advice nefore getting shop
Just catching up, I am away to PMs
Jacks you sorted now my lovely? I shall reply to your PM in a mo, but Stylecraft is quite different.
I have the JB purple, pale blue and apple here and they are all lovely colours and tis gorgeous woolly wool.
Ingles - thank you
Right here I go.......
Hello Pistey... am back knitting and crocheting again.... if you have any scraps you need converting post them through. I think I may have a few squares that I have already done... will pull them out too. In the meantime I will raid my hamper and see what is there.
So sorry to hear the sad news... never sure what to say, but just wanted to say that my thoughts are with you.
no problem... I'll pm you.
hello Unique btw
Morning all
Lattelady -lovely to see you. Definitely have some crochet bits for you. Thank you so much.
Hoping we hear of wool arrivals today
Just away to PMs. Huge thanks to all.
Morning Pistey, you're up early! Have another
Did you know our Ravelry group has 103 members?
I'm so sorry daisydotandgertie. What a terrible time for you and your family.
I will make some squares.
Thank you so much Pasta
And droitwich - wow, 103! That really is amazing, thank you so much for all your endeavours, one day I'll have to get my head round ravelry, then you'll have one more
We are fairly quiet over there cos we are all wandering round looking for inspiration and most of the chatting is best done here, but it is an amazing number.
I am knitting (if you can call it 'knitting' the way I do it) and donating... Donor wool will be sorted over the weekend, so if anyone is waiting I'll get it sent as soon as possible.
Is there a support thread for The Wittering?
So sorry Daisy. If you are reading the thread, there are many people thinking of you.
I can't knit but would like to donate
much love to daisy x
One support thread as requested, Rosie.
Thanks, Trib
Just PM'ed you Pistey,
Will do a few squares, just ordered my wool, hopefully have it soon.
Daisy thinking of you xx
Rosie - I've been to Wittering, tis luffly
Thanks trib
Am off to PMs, huge thanks to all. Thinking of Daisy X
Pistey, my wool arrived earlier, thank you! I shall start on my squares this evening.
My woolly treasure arrived safely this morning. Will crack on after the weekend.
Thank you for your kindness.
PM'd with my offering. I learned to crochet last week, and can now make a reasonable-looking square.
Hugs to Daisy and family xxx
Pistey - my wool has just arrived, lovely colour, thank you.
10% off all sublime at black sheep wools if any one is.interested. posting on phone so can't check back to see of someone has already said.
Some lovely purple wool arrived from Pistey today. Thanks for the chocolate
KNOTTY - I didn't get to ordering my yarn yesterday and just went to do it now, but just wanted to double check - the light blue you suggested for the James C Brett yarn, do you mean the colour right above the apple green? Shade 12? It looks lovely but on my phone screen it looks more lavender than light blue. Would you mind just having a look again and telling me which shade number? Thank you!
Hang about Jacks I think I can help you, I have lots of that woolly wool here. Two ticks
jacksmania is - DT8814. My wool arrived from them this morning.
Yes, you want number 12 Jacks - tis a lovely light blue
I'm going to post a pic on FB with it next to their lavender purple then you'll see hopefully. Two more ticks...
Such good news about the woolly wool arriving. Anything that arrived in a green plastic envelope came from our lovely donors of funds, I just sent it out. Huge thanks again to them.
And two lovely donors have already got wool safely to their crafter! Amazing, huge thanks to them for their generosity and kindness, we couldn't manage without you.
Just fabulous, thank you so much
Really pleased it has arrived, the wool I ordered for myself has come today too. Will start knitting.
love and condolences to Daisy and her family
Thank you greylady, we have sent Daisy the link for this thread, am hoping when the time is right for her, she will read the messages.
Just away to PMs now, more woolly wool is on the way, am hopeful even more will arrive tomorrow.
Huge thanks to everyone
Thinking of Daisy X
Thank you - just wanted to send some hearts to everyone on this thread, you are all so lovely and helpful. xx
Done, lovely apple green and light blue ordered!
Sorted. Good
We have a lovely donor to thank. Just marvellous, thank you so much for your generosity, you really are so kind and thoughtful
You are a star, bless you.
Hooray for donors!
I received my beautiful wool from a very generous donor today, straight from the supplier. Very speedy.
Thank you so much.
I'll nip over to the website to look at patterns.
I'll be thinking of Daisy and her family as I make the squares.
Two lovely donors of funds to thank tonight, one at 7pm left no MN name so we can't name to thank, but huge thanks to her.
Your donations really help us, it is so kind of you, so thank you X
You are both stars, heartfelt thanks to you both
I will PM Pistey in the morning to get on The Spreadsheet but I'm in of course. Have a dedicated bag of Huggy yarn so won't need a donor.
Thinking of Daisy. xxx
Thanks for PM Pistey I have ordered my wool.
Thinking or you Daisy xxx
Morning all
Thank you Babs, you star and welcome Turning. Just off to PMs. X
All PMs replied to, huge thanks to all Looking forward to hearing about more wool arriving today.
We have another lovely donor to thank, again no MN name, but it arrived earlier at 6.30am. Huge thanks to you my lovely, that was very generous of you and very much appreciated.
Morning! Would it be very wrong to deliberately miss my train so I can get the slower quieter one for ease of knitting?
I'm in Pistey
Will get on to wool ordering.
Woolly wool has arrived! Thank you, Pistey. Lovely blue with a bit of green and cream. And chocolate! (That's actual chocolate, not a shade of wool )
Droitwitch, I think that is a great idea!
Good morning to all and Daisy I hope you've managed to get some sleep and something to eat.
Fantastic to see so many people. I'm trying to find some nice patterns and working on my little thread dragon too. :D
my wool has arrived too, such a lovely colour!! Thanks, the chocolate is lovely too
thank you for my wool.
and here was i thinking i was the only one to get a chocolate
that was lovely too, and i had to eat it dead quickly so dd couldn't steal it.
beautiful colour - a silvery blue.
my woolly wool is here, beautiful gem like purple and thank you for the choc pistey
Am several rows in to a square and it's working out at about 5.75", shall I unravel? It'd prob stretch out to 6"....
Thought I'd check though, could start again if needs be!
Woolly wool arrived yesterday and I'm half way through my square. It's a dream to work with.
I would like to knit a couple of squares, will p.m. shortly.
So sorry for your loss Daisydotandgertie xxx
bebe it should be fine if it streches. Pistey & knotty are used to a wide interpretation of 6"!
I may have accidentally ordered some of the James C Brett Merino...
Afternoon all
Good news that woolly wool is arriving (and chocolate)
Just away to catch up with PMs, huge thanks to all
Oh dear, have neglected the ironing in order to make a start on a square (gorgeous donor wool arrived this morning with chocolate. Said chocolate did not last beyond the first row...).
Thinking of you at every stitch Daisydotandgertie.
Afternoon, I have PMed , but wanted to say on thread that gorgeous green wool arrived today, also with a chocolate
DD got mine, oh well.
Thanks Droitwitch, I'm hoping it will be ok!!
I'm in. Will PM you.
Is it too late to offer to do a square (or more?) - I love knitting but have never been involved with one if these threads before.
Definitely not too late, flootshoot! Well done.
My lovely wool arrived today - a very pretty lilac colour. Thank you to my donor
Evening all
Welcome, Floot!
Got an email saying Deramores are processing my order, what are the chances it arrives before we leave on holiday next Thursday eve? We are off to Disneyland in California (we're near Vancouver in Canada) - honestly I think DH will go like this if I take my lovely yarn and hook with me
I'm going to try my hand at the granny square for Daisy's blanket.
My lovely wool arrived today also. Many thanks to my woolly donor. It is a mix of blue and cream and I'm looking forward to getting started.
And thanks for my chocolate too
Jacks, your DH will get used to it. He'll have too!
Hi Jacks, mine arrived within 2 days of ordering so hopefully you will get it by then! X
DH likes it when I'm working on a blanket (doing a baby blanket for a friend right now, gorgeous shade of crisp pale green double crochet in the centre, with a white border of three rows of single crochet, and then a soft mid-blue, rows of triple crochet) - and the blanket covers him as he's sitting beside me
But he does go a bit when I carry my work with me everywhere
Someone said to me recently "you just don't look like someone who crochets" - wtf? I'm sure we come in all shapes and sizes!
Thanks Nappy, are you in the UK or my corner of the world?
Jacks he really will get used to it I'm looking forward to taking my new crochet book on holiday in the summer!
Rest of ma famille
well, he will learn to get on with it is poss more to the point
<shoving wool into cupboards>
I took 14 balls of Stylecraft to Antigua last summer and came back with a blanket
Squeaky Blanket
I crocheted most of the way to Japan with my scratchy wooden hook at Christmas, but what my DC found the hardest was that people wanted to chat to me about it
All PMs replied to, huge thanks to all
There's a photo on the wall of the youth club of me crocheting in Latvia, august last hear, 23 weeks pg...
Morning all
Huge thanks to all for such an amazing response, and welcome to those joining us for the first time, we are very glad to have you on board.
Just away to PMs.
Im in Manchester Jacks, where are you?
I was trying to get away with pretending to still be asleep with baby propped up playing.
I was wrong. The others are awake so feeding time at the zoo!!
Have just picked up a ball of sublime extra fine merino DK for half price!! (Sometimes rumaging around pays off...although wasn't supposed to be looking at all!) Tis a gorgeous blue/mint type colour, sort of Cambridge blue, does that fit with the 'scheme'?
It does, Bebe. Result!
Almost evening
More wonderful donors to thank tonight, either your wool has arrived safely with your crafter, or your donation has arrived safely with us. Either way we give you our heartfelt thanks, we honestly couldn't manage without you
And a very big thank you to the lovely Ingles2 who has donated some of now discontinued Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK from her haberdashery, it arrived safely this morning. We shall make very good use of it, bless you for your kindness and generosity X
Would you like a dragon square... if he is genuinely Welsh he should be in red... Let me know, just finished a couple and am now on a roll!
Just checked, bottom half green, top half white, dragon in red... will this put the colour scheme out?
By white, I mean the cream wool... and I just found my choc... num, num!
just don't put it next to the purple
I have finished a polka dot square with bobbles... great way to use up the scraps
Latte - Knotty has Views on the red that is allowed, have a look on the support thread for more.
Yep, I have
Only because there are so many variations , some of which pop too much or are really hard to work in with the other colours. I know coz I've had to try!
We'll drop you a note, Latte.
Jacks - the Deramores group on Ravelry has some useful info on how long orders generally take to get to North America - about ten days?
Lovely Latte, you are a star, am so happy you are on a roll, thank you so much!! I am about to PM you, but we have a red we are using for a few embellishments, I will happily post some on Monday.
Just away to PMs
I have two granny squares in the blue debbie Bliss cottony stuff that I used before.
Its all gone now.
I am happy to do some more if they are needed. Is there any spare wool going?
Most certainly is my lovely, I have your address, I'll post on Monday X
Great. Thanks x
*tribpot Sat 27-Apr-13 20:31:27
Latte - Knotty has Views on the red that is allowed, have a look on the support thread for more.
There's a support thread?
For addicted crocheters or for Daisy
Sorry, it's late and I've had wine, the two don't always make for appropriate humour .
Seriously, though, support thread for what/whom?
Support thread for Jacks although today you may need a support thread for feeling delicate rather than doing a bit of yarn craft
Oh my!
I've been lurking on this thread for longer than I should have been because I just didn't know what to say. So many lovelies all giving up time, effort and thought for me is a bit overwhelming and very special.
I've seen woolly hug blanket threads here before and have even thought of contributing but ruled myself out on account of v poor knitting skills . I certainly never dreamt I'd be the beneficiary of one - nor that I'd ever need to be! We knew MrD had terminal cancer but he has passed very unexpectedly. He was diagnosed in August last year, and although the chemotherapy had been successful in battering the cancer, he was overcome very, very quickly by a number of other things. There is an inquest into his death. This blanket will be much cherished, and its comfort much needed as I fear there are some very traumatic times ahead of me.
Thank you all
Oh gosh! Daisy I hadn't been on MN for a while. This is such sad sad news.
I would love to do a square for the blanket - I will PM those in the know.
Thoughts are with you - I hope those gorgeous labs are looking after you.
Oh just seen this happy to make squares. I shall pm you pistey.
<<Daisy>> and thank you for finding the time and strength to post
Hi Daisy. So sorry for your loss. I am honoured to be able to comtribute to your blanket.
<still holding daisy's red-nailed hand> lovely to see you here. Lots of love and support going into every square. These guys are just amazing as you say
<Daisy> I was so very sorry to hear about Mr D. I'm honored to be a very small part in your hug. I hope it gives you a tiny bit of comfort in the days ahead. xx
Oh my lovely daisy, how we all wish things had been so very different and that we were meeting on a different thread, much love and big hugs for you. Xx
Thank you so much for posting here, it means such a lot to me and to us all I'm sure. You and your wonderful MrD are always in my thoughts. We are making your blanket with love and with you and your family in our hearts.
I'm so sorry Daisy xx
I would love to knit for the blanket.
Sending much love to you, Daisy.
Thank you so much for posting - we really appreciate you doing this, especially at such a difficult time.
We hope that your blanket will bring you some comfort along with knowing just how many good folks are thinking of you. X
Hi Daisy, just wanted to say I'm thinking of you and how lovely it was of you to post on here x
All PMs are answered, huge thanks to all
I'm so sorry you're going through such a painful time.
If your blanket brings you just even the tiniest bit of comfort then I'm glad to be a part of it.
Love to you and your family x
Daisy - I don't know what to say but just want to send you a (((((((*HUG*)))))) from very far away.
Morning all
Off to Masons, Yarn Mecca of The South, this morning
I've hooked you a quick square...t'is not the squarest square I've ever made and it might be very slightly larger than 6inches as well (only a tiny bit), but I'll stick it in the post today
I can't knit but wish daisy the woolliest, most comforting square imaginable.
I have woolly wool!
The only problem is I only have one pair of needles, and I am around 2 inches into another square, so I'll have to finish that first.
Lovely purple colour.
And something way too high in carbs was also included
My wool arrived today, thank you to my lovely donor. And it's green! So pleased as I wanted to do some leaves. :-)
Yes, pasta Fizzy. <rolls eyes>
Daisy I don't know what to say other than its an honour to contribute to something that will hopefully bring you some comfort. Thinking of you will every stitch.
I've done two basic squares and am experimenting with very simple flowers.
My naughty Labrador tried to play like a kitten with the wool. I told her off firmly in a manner you would approve of, Daisy x
Evening all
Has been a busy day in the world of woolly wool today, lots more wool is on the way and we have two fabulous donors to thank, your donations have arrived safely with us, and we truly are so grateful
You really are both stars
Morning all
Morning , lovely Woolly f
That's Woolly Folk, obv.
Lovely sunny morning here. Any left?
I'm not in a position to help right now but just wanted to say I think this project is amazing. I'd heard mutterings of MumsNet blankets but didn't actually realise what it was all about until I read this.
You should be immensely proud of yourselves and I'm sending all the love I have to Daisy and her family xxx
Finished 2 squares, halfway through a third. May have enough wool to do 5, or would you prefer excess wool returned for making up etc?
Thank you so much Scarlet X
I had to unravel and re-do a few times. Note to self: wait till all children asleep! Its purple and silver striped and undecided yet what to do on the others
Afternoon to all!
Afternoon all
Sorry Ellen - think we must have cross posted, the woolly wool would be nice thank you
Just in and off to PMs, huge thanks to everyone
Hello all.
MN is not working with my BlackBerry so I've been exiled...
I have PMed you Pitsey, to say I've sent wool to my crafter... No idea if it worked, but she should get it tomorrow...
And tomorrow I will start on the new sheep - he's a silver/grey, I hope that's ok?
He will be Griff The Grey Sheep.
I love Griff already
You are kind about my terrible efforts. I don't seem to improve!
But they are made with heart (even if they are made by someone with two left hands).
I [heart] Griff
I've done two stripey squares and a waffley one.
The waffle stitch really brings out the softness of the beautiful wool. It's the nicest I've ever touched.
Once this baby is asleep and in her cot I shall continue my efforts.
<wistfully> I wish I could do a sheep.
Rosie is the Queen of Sheep That IS a compliment btw
Just away to PMs, then I am coming back with some thank yous.
What is the posting date for this one, please?
No PM from you yet Rosie, twill be floating around somewhere. But a poem about Griff would cheer me up Thank you for the donor wool, I am sure we will hear tomorrow that it has arrived safely X
er... can I come back to you on that?
Lovely folk to thank tonight, starting with two fabulous donors. Huge thanks for your kindess and generosity, you really have hearts of gold, bless you
And the first squares are here Truly awesome
Woolfey Just beautiful. Woolfey has done the year 2008 for us, which was the year daisy and MrD got married. On a cream garter knit, in blues and pink and green. Just so gorgeous, and the most lovely striped and bobble spotted crochet, and two little flowers. Just so thoughtful [star]
and one more gorgeous crocheted square arrived, I am just waiting to hear as at the mo there is only a real name, hopefully back later, tis lovely though!
Heartfelt thanks to all
My wool arrived today so I will get on with the rose square over the weekend (have a little something to finish off first). The red is beautiful - well chosen Knotty
Morning all
And the unnamed square is claimed
Ingles2 This is beautiful, a mitred granny square in blues, purple and cream, very clever, just so lovely [star]
Away to PMs, thanks to all
thankyou for that effusive thanks.. The sq is not very good really, but I love it anyway
I'll get another done as soon as I can, probably stripes, in the same colours.
PS It is actually that good
Glad mine arrived with you ok
More beautiful woolly treasure arriving! Huge thanks to the crafters, you are all stars
Birnamwood Two beautiful squares - a lovely soft blue and silver striped garter square and a cute blue sheep! Adorable [star]
HoggyTruffle Absolutely lovely, a circle to square crochet in purples and a lovely apple green purl square with purple and blue bobble spots, lovely [star]
LizaRose Three gorgeous grannies in purples, really super [star]
Huge thanks to all.
Last posting for squares and cards for daisy to be Saturday 25th May
(This will be the same date as the next batches for Yorkhill and the Brompton.)
Argh I finally got around to sitting down to crochet this, turns out the cashmerino I have in my stash is chunky not DK. Would someone be able to send me some suitable yarn?
rrreow - PM me your address and I will happily send you some. Am out for most of the day, but hopefully could catch the post later.
Wonderful, thank you!
Am hoping to start Griff tomorrow Pitsey.
And hoping wool got to my crafter - posted Tuesday...
Aww I heart Griff already
Sorry sorry sorry to be so late, busy day and bonkers evening, and I am just away to PMs, but first some thanks yous to wonderful people. Starting tonight with a lovely crafter, huge thanks to you.
GoingGoingGoth Three beautiful apple green crocheted squares, just beautiful textures and so snuggly [star]
And two fabulous donors to thank, either your woolly wool has arrived safely with your crafter, or your donation safely with us, either way we are truly grateful, you are stars.
Heartfelt thanks to all for such amazing support.
Thinking of Daisy tonight X
I had a bit of a gardening fail a couple of days ago and ended up stabbing myself in the wrist and was getting worried I'd not be able to knit but I can!! I'll get some more squares done this weekend.
Thinking of you Daisy. X
Squares in the post! They are sent with much love for Daisy x
Beautiful woolly treasure arriving safely today, just lovely, sincere and heartfelt thanks
Ninja One knit and two crochet in a burgundy purple, just so lovely, love the circle design, I have no idea how you do such clever stuff! [star]
RiaOvertheRainbow Crochet and knit in purple, one with a pink flower motif, so lovely [star]
bebejones Just lovely, in purple and blues, crocheted heart, stripes, flowers and spots, really super [star]
All just so lovely, thank you all so much
Finished my squares! I've put a picture on my profile. Lovely donated wool in silver plus some extra oddments in cream and soft green from Pistey. I'll get them in the post this week.
Ellen, they are stunning
Huge thanks to you and a to your donor.
<scatters big woolly [stars] >
Thank you. My 3 boys just don't appreciate crochet, (can't think why not) so I get my neediness fix here!
Ellen - I just saw these on Ravelry and commented there before coming here. They are absolutely gorgeous, really beautiful
Morning all
Ellen, they really are stunning
Just a reminder, am being asked in PMs, last posting for squares and cards for Daisy to be Saturday 25th May.
Oh blimey. 25th? Had better get started as v slow...
Was rather seduced by the sunshine at the weekend and mostly just gazed at it in wonder...I could write a poem.
Hi there
We've moved this to Arts and Crafts now
Thanks for sending through the yarn, got it today. Really nice colour. Hoping to get some time tonight to crochet up a square or two.
I know Daisy from "The Doghouse", so would like to be involved with this blanket. I have just ordered my wool, and hope it will come in time to get started this weekend.
Thanks lovely Rowan
Good news rrreow and good to have you on board purplefrog
Beautiful woolly treasure has arrived safely this morning, absolutely lovely
OpheliaBumps Has done one set of initials for us, the knit on a purl type, one in purple, one in sea green, and they are just perfect [star]
and we have a lovely donor to thank too, your woolly wool has arrived safely with your crafter, huge thanks, you are a star
Thank you both, you really are marvellous
Yay gladd my woolly parcel arrived safely, the packaging was stuffed very full as my woolly hug was a bit bigger than I'd planned!
Afternoon all
Beautiful squares have arrived, just so very lovely, heartfelt thanks
EllenJane Stunning crochet in silver with green and cream designs, absolutely lovely, I think she has put a pic on her profile, they are super [star]
Oh good! Managed to squeeze them into a 'large letter!'
I saw that Ellen - I was impressed, four squares and a letter into a large envelope [Big Thumbs up] and thank you
just wanted to pop in and give you the heads up that Rowan Cashsoft is being discontinued in both DK and 4Ply. I got my A/W 13 overview yesterday and it's in the discontinued list, so stock up whilst you can.
Bless you thank you Ingles, we had felt this might be coming, sad because one of my all time faves is Rowan cashsoft vamp
I still haven't finished my last Billie's Blanket square! Tried knitting in the car on the way back from Manchester (I was a passenger, not driving, obviously ) but in the dark and a fast-moving car it wasn't especially easy.
Hopefully I'll get it finished by this weekend and I can move on to this one.
I've posted off my squares today, so will hopefully be with you very soon.
Considering they're all supposed to be 6 inches square, they look suspiciously not the same. But they stretch/squash to 6 inches. Honest
Crack on BIWI
Beautiful woolly treasure for daisy arriving safely today, huge thanks to the crafters
Fizzy Beautiful knits in silver and purple, one a magic star, just lovely [star]
WoollyStuff Three beautiful green knit designs, just lovely, and I say made with lots of skill, really super! [star]
You are both stars
Thank you
I'm pleased they arrived safely. They provided welcome relief from edging big sister's mammoth circular blanket. (Wedding present). Seemed a good idea at the time
Hi pistey, I pm'd you earlier today but not sure if you'll of had a chance to see it yet.
Just wondered if there was any joy on the donor front, if not I've just been paid so I might be able to stretch to a ball if I can find the ones we're using here locally.
Not sure if you've set a last posting date yet, I hope I'm not too late?
I think the target date for this one is 25 May so there is still time stopeatingthatmud
StopEating - you have a PM from me
Yes, the last posting for daisy is to be Saturday 25th May
Huge thanks to all
Afternoon all
Beautiful woolly treasure has arrived safely, huge thanks to the generosity and fabulousness of our lovely crafters
Flootshoot Beautiful apple green and denim blue crochet, lovely flowers and leaves, love the bluebells [star]
BeerTricksPotter Beautiful blue garter and purl knits, super snuggly, just lovely [star]
WhereAreMyShoes Green and turquoise crochet, absolutely lovely, stripes and textures, [star]
Heartfelt thanks, these are just lovely. All cards will be looked after until the close of the project when we will send them on to daisy.
I'm glad they arrived
for your help and advice.
A little gesture across the internet to Daisy, whose help and advice on all things Labrador has been greatly appreciated by me over the last 3 years. x
hello, Pistey just checking you found my two squares for Daisy's blanket which were in with my Little Hug squares?
I have now lovely MOS, sorry didn't want to open all the squares, but I have now X
Beautiful woolly treasure has arrived for Daisy, huge thanks to the crafters There is love crafted in, these are just lovely.
MOSAgain Two absolutely lovely blue garter knits, one two shades of blue in stripes, the other a dark blue with pale blue flower embellishment, super [star]
blizy Two absolutely gorgeous apple green crochet squares, one a granny, the other a solid granny and two gorgeous pink and green flower embellishments. Just so lovely [star]
Heartfelt thanks to you both X
Am frantically trying to finish and get rid of stuff before DH realises just how much wool I have in my stash. It was all 'hidden' in the study but he is starting to clear things in there so need to find a new hiding place -maybe the washing machine, he'd NEVER look in there!
Another lovely donor to thank tonight, we are so grateful to you for your generosity, your woolly wool has arrived with your crafter, and we really appreciate it.
Am I too late to join in on this one? I'd love to knit a square or two, but I haven't got enough of the right colours, so if there were a bit of donor wool going spare, that would be very useful...
Not too late at all my lovely I will pop some in the post to you later on today. Thank you X
You lovely lady - thanks!
MOS, suitcases could be the answer.
ah yes, he'd never look there, its always me that does the packing
Works just like that in this house!
Funnily enough, same here
Haha. DH does his own packing after my cock-up just after we were married. We were staying with his mum for the weekend and I asked him what he needed me to pack. "Just a clean top for tomorrow" ... So all I packed was the top.
Not having PJs wasn't too much of a problem for us newly weds, but he was queuing outside Burton's at 9am the next morning for new undies and socks.
<casting off>
<casting on>
Lovely purple wool for Daisy's blanket.
Thanks BIWI X
Oh. Splitty wool though.
<knits slowly with tongue sticking out to aid concentration>
attractive image there
Beautiful woolly treasure has arrived, and it really is so gorgeous, huge thanks to the crafters for their generosity, thoughtfulness and care.
Tweetinat Two beautiful 3D crochet flower squares in teal, one with an apple border, absolutely lovely [star]
Otherworld Three absolutely lovely denim and cream crochet stripes, and separate flower embellishments in denim, cream and pink. Perfect [star]
You really are stars. Thank you X
Pleased they got there
I have woolly wool, and will get knitting.
Thanks, SDTG
have received your wool will get them done as soon as
Posted my squares on Wednesday. Hope they have arrived.
Beautiful woolly treasure has arrived safely, heartfelt thanks to all the marvellous crafters, you really are stars X
Skoggy Beautiful green crochet with cream and pale blue, really lovely [star]
fan Just super. Blue and cream crocheted stripes, absolutely perfect [star]
DroitwichMummy A beautiful red rose squares and gorgeous embellishments - sweet peas, daffodils, roses, daisies [star]
rrreow Absolutely lovely, two purple crocheted squares, one with a 3D flower, beautiful [star]
You are all so marvellous, many, many thanks.
could you lovely lot inbox (fb) or pm me where to send some purple square wooliness please? must post asap as revision beckons (procrastination and knitting far more fun )
Hello, I haven't been following the thread as things have been totally hectic here for a few weeks but I have just caught up and seen that posting date for squares is a week away. I've just cast off my square but need to add some detail, so will do that and send off asap.
Thinking of Daisy
Just finishing the Tree of Valium . I will knit a simple square to restore my equilibrium and post them by the 25th .
Morning all
Thanks everyone, just coming to PMs now X
Pitsey 'n Knotty 'n all.
I am way behind for various boring reasons, and may need a wee extension but I will get it done.
Rosie, You Will!
yes, you will! Xx
Beautiful woolly treasure has arrived safely, absolutely lovely
gonerogue Just lovely <passes Team Hooker badge> A beautiful purple granny square, super [star]
Beautiful woolly treasure has arrived today, heartfelt thanks to the crafters for all that they do, you really are awesome
BlueyDragon Just beautiful, two royal blue knits, one a purl, the other a sort of purl cable, absolutely gorgeous. [star]
Huge thanks, and we will keep your card safe until the close of the project then send it on X
Eeek - I haven't finished my square, and I'm away from Thursday until Monday evening (and out all day tomorrow at the cricket).
I'll do my absolute best to get it finished for tomorrow, but I don't know how possible that will be...
<knits faster>
Beautiful woolly treasure today, and it is very lovely indeed. Huge thanks to the crafters for all you do, there is love in every stitch X
NeitherShreddedNorSmug A beautiful cable knit in cream, tis like a plait, gorgeous! [star]
NoWayNoHow A beautiful purple knit, a basket weave, very lovely indeed [star]
UniqueAndKFSAmazing Beautiful crochet designs, one is a beautiful purple and green 3D flower, super [sytar]
HotSoupDumpling A beautiful green, two knits, one moss, the other honeycomb slipstitch, absolutely lovely [star]
LandofOoo Absolutely lovely, in apple green, crochet, lovely textures, super snuggly [star]
All absolutely lovely, heartfelt thanks
Thinking of Daisy X
i was glad that i could put that flower to a good cause - i crocheted it, but nothing was good enough for it. sad that it's Daisy's blanket, but happy that it can be part of something lovely too
Posted my squares
Posted my squares today
Thinking of you Daisy
Thank you so much
Oh I'm just way too late for this one, aren't I?
I didn't even realise that Daisy's DH had passed away, I'd stopped checking the particular support thread because I felt like an interloper on there, so didn't see the news when it happened.
If there is any way I can be involved at this late stage, do let me know - if not, don't worry.
There most certainly is Thumb. Thank you. I shall PM you now
It won't let me PM you
Nope. Still not.
Arse to the pesky PMs
Thank you lovely Thumb.
What I was going to say was that we need wool for hooking together and edging Daisy's blanket. We won't know what colour until we have all the squares and have done the layout. If this is a way that you'd like to become involved could you try PMing me. Thank you so much. If you can't get through to me because of the gremlins, maybe try Knotty.
And thank you, you are a star x
You broken it?
Quite possibly.
You are so on Tech's hit list.
We generally are.
Think I may have replied to you just then Knots?
Ok. Still not letting me PM out but think I just replied, kept freezing but think so. Still having Internet probs so on the phone which is probably not helping
Got it!
And replied <beams>
I have PMd you, Pistey, but before I read this thread! So hopefully you'll be able to reply to me? And great, really pleased to hear that I can help
<< knitting frantically >> Smokin' needles ! I will post nork, and 4 squares tomorrow.
<splutters on smoke>
Thumb Hopefully I have replied to your PM!
My squares for Daisy's blanket are on their way
You have, Pistey
I will sort it asap.
Thanks lovely
Evening Piste & Knotty posted Daisy's squares yesterday.
So... Went to post office Saturday morning and was told that there is no post off Island until Tuesday . So they are on their (very slow) way.
I swear I am going to get some pigeons and train them for pigeon post !
Posted Thursday but car park ticket was about to run out so I had to put the envelope in the post box without getting it weighed. Stuck 3 first class stamps on and am hoping for the best.
pasta my 2 squares with note card in plastic bag and jiffy was large letter and 90p.
I've always used a large stamp too MNPin but then I had a massive dither because I remembered postage costs have increased and I only had normal first class in my purse.
Thank you, lovely people.
When you train those pigeons , Trumpton, can you train a load for us too, please?
See, I'd prefer an owl knotty just like in Harry Potter. If I was half way decent at knitting I'd make woolly, owl sized jackets for their journeys.
Tanktops would work on owls <ponders>
I think S&B ladies would suggest gilets. That could work too.
I am appalling and forgetful. I will post tomorrow for this one and TeamSurvival and an Angel Hug.
How would the do the zips though pastabee?
Nom, I'm sure you'll be ok, bank holiday here, will take a week for the post office to catch up with itself!
Afternoon all
A horrid wet and rainy day has been brightened enormously by the arrival of a small mountain of beautiful woolly treasure. Such pleasure opening it all, just so lovely, what a privilege.
Huge thanks to all crafters for all your time and care, there is love crafted in to every stitch for sure X
WhoKnowsWhereTheTimeGoes Such beautiful crochet, a 3D daffodil square, just perfect [star]
StopEatingThatMud Beautiful teal and silver granny striped crochet, perfect [star]
PastaBeeandCheese Two lovely colourful grannies in blue, silver cream and green, really gorgeous [star]
Unnamed Please someone PM and claim these! I have my thoughts and I have initials and a postcode, but am not sure! They are absolutely lovely, two crochet squares, one blue and cream stripes, the other shades of blue flower on an apple background. Beautiful [star]
StellaMarie Two beautiful crocheted squares in plum and apple, just lovely, one a diagonal stripe [star]
GoodbyeRubyTuesday Two gorgeous snuggly knits, a purl and a striped cable, absolutely lovely [star]
Macarooned Just beautiful, silver and green striped crochet, perfect [star]
Turningupsidedown Absolutely beautiful knits, two in daisy stitch, gorgeous texture, stripes and patterns too, just lovely [star]
PiggyPlumPie In a soft green a gorgeous snuggly textured knit, just so lovely [star]
coffeeandchocolateplease Four beautiful knits/crochet in cream and a soft blue, lovely granny, circle to square and lovely textures [star]
TheWoollybacksWife Silver and blue crocheted square with heart design, absolutely lovely [star]
PurpleFrog Beautiful crochet, a sheep on a Welsh mountain, gorgeous pink flower square, and a lovely labrador knit design in silver - perfect [star]
schooldidi Absolutely gorgeous, a 3D flower crocheted square in blues and some lovely stripes in bobbles, also a selection of fabulous flower and leaf embellishments [star]
JulesJules Beautiful knits in blue and cream, one a silver Celtic knot, the other stripes in silver, cream and blue. Just lovely [star]
You really are all stars, what a beautiful collection of squares for daisy, such thought and love.
All cards will be sent within a couple of weeks to daisy, we just need to make sure we have them all first. Huge thanks to everyone, what an amazing response.
Thinking of Daisy
Hi Piste.
Whoops sorry thought of that after I sent them.
The flower is an African design, I labelled the front side.
yes you did bless you X I had a feeling it was you!! Such good news that they are unnamed no longer
MNPin2013 Absolutely lovely, two crochet squares, one blue and cream stripes, the other shades of blue flower on an apple background - an African design.... Beautiful [star]
Afternoon all
Just beautiful, woolly treasure arriving safely today, huge thanks to all the crafters, you are an amazing bunch
BirdStrike Two beautiful crocheted squares, one a granny, the other a solid granny with 3D flower, in burgundy plum, lovely [star]
McKayz Just lovely, super snuggly denim blue knit, I think it is daisy stitch? Gorgeous [star]
EasilyBored Not only a runner, but a knitter too! She has done some initials for us, beautifully so, on the same square, in blues and a lovely granny square too, just perfect [star]
Heartfelt thanks to all X
Beautiful squares arriving this morning, woolly treasure indeed! Huge thanks, there is love crafted in to every stitch X
LizaRose Just beautiful, crochet in silver, blues, purple, pink including some separate flower embellishments. Absolutely super [star]
Trumpton Just beautiful, an apple green tree that looks so difficult! And a lovely mitred corner diagonal knit. Awesome [star]
Primrose123 A beautiful aqua blue, gorgeous crochet, love the daisy flowers, not seen this before is there a pattern we can link to?Plus beautiful wavy design is this the Catherine wheel pattern? Gorgeous, and a separate flower embellishment [star]
Heartfelt thanks to all, such a lot of time and care has gone into these. You are all stars X
The wavy design, or scallops is the same as this, except that this one is written in American terminology.
The tree is from Nicky Epsteins book of blocks but I had to take the square smaller to make it fit the 6 inch. Apparently I have a fierce look of concentration on my face whilst knitting this pattern !
Afternoon all
My Postie has just been, and sends all her best wishes to everyone, bless her, she is rather fabulous. And she has brought woolly treasure, huge thanks to the crafters once more. There is love crafted in to every stitch. Just awesome X
MinnieBar Absolutely gorgeous crochet in blue and cream, a striped bullseye pattern and 3D flower, gorgeous [star]
Macdog Can't believe you are new to crochet, these are just beautiful, well done you! Three gorgeous green grannies [super]
NomDeClavier A gorgeous apple and cream purl stripe, really fabulous [star]
Heartfelt thanks, you are all stars X
Afternoon all lovely Woolly Folk <-- Pimms
Beautiful woolly treasure has arrived, and some has had a long journey, so it is resting Huge thanks to the crafters, you really are rather fabulous you know? X
Jacksmania Beautiful crochet in apple green, just lovely [star]
PracticallyPerfectNot A very beautiful knit of striped rows of flowers, gorgeous [star] Thank you for the message too, we are on it!
GhostsGoWoooh This is more thank just OK, tis lovely! A garter knit in a deep purple, gorgeous and super snuggly [star]
Huge thanks to you all, these are just beautiful X
Afternoon all
Beautiful woolly treasure has arrived safely and it really is gorgeous, huge thanks for all your time, love and care X
MrsDeVere Beautiful crocheted granny square in purple, and a lovely pink butterfly to go with all MrD's flowers, just perfect, absolutely lovely, [star]
CrispsAreNotOnefYour5ADay A very lovely Welsh Dragon knit, so difficult, just lovely, [star]
Thank you X
Evening all lovely folk
Such beautiful woolly treasure has arrived safely, heartfelt thanks to the crafters for their time, love and care, these are just perfect.
Theodora Two absolutely gorgeous crochet squares, so difficult! One a gorgeous cream 3D daisy on pale blue and the other a friendship knot. Lovely [star]
Rootle Two gorgeous garter knits squares, so soft and snuggly, a warm purple, smashing [star]
Thank you both so much X
Ah brilliant. Im glad you got it ok. I enjoyed knitting the square and the wool was so lovely to work with, very soft and easy to knit.
Afternoon all
Beautiful woolly treasure arriving this morning, huge thanks tis so very lovely X
HairyPotter Two beautiful knits - one in cream, one in navy, a watering can design and a heart. Just perfect [star]
Thank you lovely X
I am so excited about my blanket .
I have been peeking at this thread and the support one for ages and keep being overwhelmed by the incredible amount of thought, effort, skill, support and love that is going into the blanket. You're right; it is a lot like a wooly, loving hug.
Thank you all so much
Oh big hugs Daisy, much love to you Xx
Sending much love, Daisy x
Thank you so much for popping in
Afternoon lovely woolly folk
Beautiful treasure has just arrived, and it is so lovely. Huge thanks to the crafters for what they do, we are in awe
BIWI A beautiful purl knit in a gorgeous purple, just super [star]
Pidj Completely gorgeous, a blue granny with a white and green daisy, absolutely super [star]
Vajazzler Beautiful solid grannies in duck egg blue and purple, absolutely lovely [star]
Thank you doesn't seem enough, but THANK YOU, you really are stars X
Morning, morning, morning
Beautiful woolly treasure has arrived, and it is so very lovely. Such a lot of thought has gone in, and there is love crafted in to every stitch for sure. Bless the crafters!
Soupy These really are so beautiful, two different crochet striped squares, beautiful, and the most lovely Welsh landscape, complete with sheep! Beautiful and so thoughtful, perfect [star]
MrsPennyapple Just so lovely, a purl knit in a denim blue, so soft and snuggly, and two separate leaf embellishments, fabulous [star]
CiderwithBuda Gorgeosu and super snuggly, a duck egg blue garter knit square, just lovely [star]
Huge thanks, you really are all stars X
Glad it's arrived safely (My blue square was stocking stitch though - although I guess you could call whichever side you like best the "right" side!)
Thanks lovely
We have had requests for the pattern your mum used for her beautiful Angel Hug, could you ask her for us?
Of course I will. It's an ancient one I think, but I'll get the details from her.
Pistey My mum has been in touch and said the pattern was from Golden Hands All You Can Knit and Crochet for Babies, it's a 1970s publication, and the shawl / blanket was on page 36. This is what the booklet looks like.
She has said she will scan in the pattern and email it to me so I will be able to supply a copy if needed, although I don't have it just yet.
That is so kind, thank you, we can share that info and say if anyone would like a copy to email us, and then if you email us a PDF of it when you get it, we can send it out.
Thank you X
Just getting the mini hug ready to send to daisy with her cards.
The mini hugs have arrived - and are so, so beautiful. Such skillful work and so much time and effort in them both.
By a frightening co-incidence they arrived on what would have been MrDs birthday; an awful, awful day made a little bit better by my mini hugs. I haven't yet been brave enough to open the cards .
Thank you all. I am a bit broken today and possibly not making sense; I have just received notice to leave our house - I am really not ready to dismantle our life together - but my mini hugs are giving their special brand of comfort. A huge thank you from me.
Daisy xx
Oh Daisy my love. What a day for you. I didn't do any squares for your hugs, but send best wishes and a <hug> to get through the day.
Oh lovely daisy, big hugs for you Xx
huge hugs daisy. (turns up to hand hold)
have you got a thread anywhere atm Daisy, or would you wander back in to the sipport thread if I send you a link? ((hugs)), you sound like you really need them
Morning daisy, more huge hugs from me too, thinking of you here, sending much love Xx
Morning MrsS too obv X
Sending strength and love, Daisy x
Yyyyy to support thread if you feel up to it - I lurk post at odd hours, being quite far away. If you're ever up in the night and need an ear or a shoulder.
Beautiful woolly treasure today, and it is very lovely indeed. Huge thanks to the crafters for all you do, there is love in every stitch X
RoguePixie Two beautiful striped knits in blues, absolutely gorgeous [star]
ThePigofHappiness Gorgeous knit and crochet,including a lovely purple flower on green, just lovely [star]
Thank you both so much
pistey, do you afternoon and eening?
I have two squares ready to post, but I have lost the address to send them to - could you give it to me again, please, Pistey?
Lovely SDTG - I am on my way to you
Just popping on to say that lovely Daisy now has her Woolly Hug, bless her heart, it was certainly made and sent with love. X
There are photos of the finished blanket here on the website and there is a very moving thank you message from Daisy here
Huge thanks to all those who contributed, donors and crafters alike
Daisy lovely, we are thinking of you and your beloved Mr D, sending so much love X
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PHILADELPHIA, PA – Phillies Phever has once again gripped the Philadelphia area, as young and old fans alike scramble for Phillies gear, signed merchandise, and memorabilia in the hopes of a repeat perfect season. But how do you know that signed baseball off of eBay is the real thing? Ted Taylor, adjunct professor of business communications at Chestnut Hill College, and the co-owner of STAT Authentic LLC, an authentication and appraisal company, has some tips for fans who want to make sure that their memorabilia is real. "There is a lot of fake autographed merchandise on the market right now, says Taylor. "About 80 percent of items presented to us for authentication turn out to be fake." Here are some tips Taylor suggests when looking to buy or purchase Phillies merchandise or memorabilia:
Ted Taylor is a life-long collector of sport memorabilia, and wrote the weekly "Collectors Corner" column in The Philadelphia Daily News for 12 years, in addition to a column in Sports Collectors Digest. He is the founding president of the Philadelphia Athletics Historical Society (1996-1999), and is the author of "Philadelphia Athletics by the Numbers: Let's Give Skeeter #2. Ted Taylor is available to speak more on this topic. Please contact Lisa Mixon, Media Relations Manager at 215.753.3664 if you wish to speak with him.
Father Greg Boyle, author of "Tattoos on the Heart" and founder of Homeboys Inc. will speak at Chestnut Hill College for the 5th Anniversary of the Institute for Forgiveness and Reconciliation on Tuesday, March 11 at 7 p.m. in Sorgenti Arena, Martino Hall. Father Boyle will discuss "We are one: It's all about Kinship." The Institute for Forgiveness and Reconciliation was launched in 2008 to be a learning laboratory for research and scholarship where forgiveness and reconciliation will be explored as alternatives to violence and conflict in our culture. The lecture is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Catherine Nerney, SSJ, Ph.D. at 215.248.7099 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com. For more information about the Institute for Forgiveness and Reconciliation at Chestnut Hill College, please visit www.chc.edu/forgive
Paul Knitter, Ph.D.,professor emeritus of theology, world religions, and culture at Union Theological Seminary will present the lecture, "Is the History of Religions on the Brink of a New Axial Age?"on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at 7 p.m. at the Commonwealth Chateau, SugarLoaf Hill campus. This lecture is sponsored by the Institute for Religion and Science at Chestnut Hill College. The lecture is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Kathleen Duffy, SSJ, Ph.D. at 215.248.7197 or email@example.com.