Another project for me
By Judy Evans
@JudyEv (326648)
Rockingham, Australia
February 21, 2022 8:49am CST
We’re now living in a lifestyle village and today I went to a meeting at the clubhouse. A group of women have taken on the task of filling shoe-boxes with bits and pieces for disadvantaged kids. The parent charity is Samaritan's Purse which does a number of good works from installing wells in third world countries to establish field hospitals in times of war, natural disasters, etc. I have an idea that some myLotters are also involved with shoe-boxes.
We were given a talk and slideshow about the shoe-box program. Advice was given on appropriate items. These range from clothes to toiletries, education supplies, soft toys and other playthings. I can’t sew and don’t like knitting much so I decided I could help by crocheting beanies which appear to be popular with the kids. That will give me something to do when I’m sitting in front of the television.
The photo is of some beanies I crocheted for children in Nepal.
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@FourWalls (62640)
• United States
21 Feb 22
I support Samaritan’s Purse as well. They were on the scene to help in the devastated areas from tornadoes in Alabama last year, and they also, as you said, work world-wide to help wherever there’s a need. And, sadly, there’s plenty of need.
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@Marilynda1225 (80048)
• United States
21 Feb 22
I remember when you crocheted al those beanies for the children in Nepal. I'm sure making more for this new charity will be greatly appreciated. Those beanies are so cute. I love to crochet too when I watch television.
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@JudyEv (326648)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 Feb 22
I was given a lot of wool by my brother-in-law but the colours aren't really all that pretty for children's beanies. I might have to go to an op shop or two and find some better yarn.
@JudyEv (326648)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 Feb 22
It is what is called a 'gated community'. There are about 130+ houses and one person living in each unit must be over 55. There is a clubhouse with swimming pool, gym, billiard room, library, mini theatre, commercial kitchen and large lounge/dining area. The gates close at 6pm but there is a code so you can get in later.
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@DeborahDiane (40088)
• Laguna Woods, California
22 Feb 22
@JudyEv - Samaritan's Purse is such a worthwhile project and I know that a number of local churches also support it. I have donated a few items once in a while. I also like to crochet, but instead of crocheting beanies (which are adorable), I crochet baby blankets which I donate to various charities. One of them was raffled off by a charity last year and they raised $125. I was so proud of it! I attached a photo of two of the blankets I have crocheted and given away.
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@DeborahDiane (40088)
• Laguna Woods, California
22 Feb 22
@JudyEv - Like you, I enjoy crocheting when I watch TV. I am currently out of yarn, and I was just thinking the other day that I need to order some to get started on future projects. I often use the yarn that is left over from a baby blanket to make soft winter scarves for my family and friends!
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@JudyEv (326648)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 Feb 22
@DeborahDiane There is a Buy Nothing group in the area and I might ask there if anyone has small scraps of yarn.
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@snowy22315 (171007)
• United States
22 Feb 22
Oh yes, I think any kid would love to have a beanie, and adults too maybe for that matter. Good idea!
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@RebeccasFarm (86962)
• United States
21 Feb 22
You are great Judy to do all those.
I remember they gave my Mother one for cancer patients from some ladies who crocheted hats like this RIP
In fact I still have it.
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@moffittjc (118715)
• Gainesville, Florida
22 Feb 22
My church organizes shoe-box events on a monthly basis to help out those in need. I think it’s a wonderful way to help the less fortunate.
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@moffittjc (118715)
• Gainesville, Florida
23 Feb 22
@JudyEv It’s unfortunate that we have so many needy people in our area.
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@LindaOHio (158162)
• United States
22 Feb 22
You are very talented and are putting that talent to good use!
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@oahuwriter (26778)
• United States
22 Feb 22
Wonderful project so very needed too and perfect beanies for warmth, perfect!
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@oahuwriter (26778)
• United States
23 Feb 22
@JudyEv
That's good, keeps them warm.
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@BarBaraPrz (45644)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
21 Feb 22
I thought beanies had shorter sides and a propellor on top... 
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@jobelbojel (34730)
• Philippines
21 Feb 22
Wow, you are very good at what you do.
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@JudyEv (326648)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 Feb 22
Probably only two days at the most. It depends how much time I have.
@JudyEv (326648)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 Feb 22
Thanks. It is something that you get used to doing and then it becomes easy.
