When going for chemo, I had noticed a bin where hats were donated, for patients to take~~free and to enjoy and provide warmth. I kept thinking, how cool that people do that!
I had wanted to learn entrelac knitting, so I started *A* hat. (as in one, singular)
And it turned out good so I thought, gee, I'll knit one to give away.
Then I decided that these were lovely, but guys might want something too....
And by then I was just enjoying the knitting and thought maybe something really simple would be good as well....
And since I had used an assortment of yarns, I suppose they really did need the care labels. So now they're all dressed up and ready to go!
It's been like finding the pearl in the oyster~~I enjoy making the product, the stash decreases ever so slightly, new goodies for folks who might need a pick me up.
It's all good.
The soul is warmed.
In giving, we receive more than we know.
Pax....
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Great hats.... I tried the Entrelac design once on a sweater. It was really nice & not really all that hard.
Hope all is going well with you. Won't be long before Spring is here. Can't wait for some warm weather!!
Have a Great Day!!
Marilyn
It's the giving to another soul in need that soothes our own. You discovered a win-win and they are beauties. LOVE that first one and the tags...cool!
What a wonderful idea! Must look to see if there's similar program here locally...
♥ Carolee
I would recommend calling the Oncology Dept. of your local hospital~~if they don't have a program, it might give them the idea TO have it.
It appears ours is nothing more than a bin right at the check in, where folks can't miss the hats.
Not too hard to set up. Having a few others who knit would help too.
XXOO~~
Anne
You've been busy!! I love the first ones with that fancy design!! And a wonderful idea to make for people undergoing chemo!
This just makes my heart feel so full! I love those berets too! Lovin them stitches. You are a peach and a half. xox Corrine
Anne - they are so beautiful. I know the people who take them will be so grateful, and cheered up, too. :) You are so sweet to do this. Love the colors!!! xoxox
You outdid yourself! I'm sure these will all be gratefully received and worn. That Entrelac design is especially fashionable. And a small dent in your yarn stash? Good for you!
You will be blessed many times over, Anne, for your kind gesture to others. Every hat is beautiful and each one will make someone happy and warm.
You are a sweetheart!
♥ audrey
What a wonderful gesture......the hats are fabulous each and everyone....you KNOW exactly how much something like this can mean to those in the midst of treatment.....I am certain you have brought a smile to someone today.
You deserve to replenish your stash a little. :-)
Those are gorgeous! Whoever receives them will be able to tell they were knitted with love and concern.
Thanks all!!!
I'm on a short leash today time-wise, so just a big smile to my blog-land family. :-)
XXOO~~
Anne
Oh Anne, you ARE a blessing. These are so beautiful and will bring comfort and smiles to everyone who wears them.
xoxo
L
It's called KARMA! And you'll get back ten fold! So sweet you are!! And giving!
They are wonderful, Anne!! Gosh, I knew you were knitting hats, but I had no idea how many! That's amazing - so many people warmed and made happy... Love those care labels - how did you do them? Love, Silke
sometimes i am reminded why i so appreciate a certain relationship. this post warms my entire body, the hats are beautiful and functional and gentle and filled with all the special qualities that make you so special.
great work, anne. the universe nods a huge thank you.
love your pal
kj
A wonderful great and clever idea and so beautifully made.
These hats are waesome
Annie again you amaze me. I did not know you could knit so well. Good to have something to work on that causes no stress. You have blessed yourself and others.
QMM
Once the word gets out that you're making these don't be surprised if said yarn stash starts to increase. Your hats are wonderful and definitely needed - bless you!
wow! they're lovely! what a gift, and how nice that you feel making and giving them away is a gift for you too :)
These are just incredible!!! The soft colors and the be gentle label...perfectly you! Peace, Mary Helen Fernandez Stewart
oh anne, bless your dear heart. when my sister went through chemo her hospital had the same bin of hats. i made her a few and some for the bin as well. that was several years ago, and you've reminded me i should think about doing more.
yours are fantastic.
It is wonderful to do a small thing in a large way. Blessings on you.
Beautiful hats! As the ticket says, be gentle, to the others & yourself x
Oh, bless you, Anne. See what I meant when I said I still have A LOT to learn from you? Well, I do.
You rock! :) oxx
I'm thinking I should try making some hats. Love these, I'd wear them all! It would be a good give away project too. Well done, I know you are paid back in ways that count.
What a treasure you are. xxxooo
~to the beautiful hands and heart of you...a gift they will treasure and one that will lift not only the spirits of another but it seems yours as well...they are wonderful...knitting in the round...still working out the kinks...much love light and blessings~
If I needed a reason to love you, this would be it. I'm so pleased to hear about your results, too. Just because we don't talk often, doesn't mean we've forgotten each other ...hugs and love
Anne I stopped by this morning and I'm in awe lady...you busy little beaver you...so wonderful to see all the lush in you creative stitching of the yarn world..
Oh Anne, YOU are the miracle. Me wants the blue hat...must I shave my head???? teehee. Love, Deb
I swear I saw the blue beret last week, being worn by a lady shopping, in Meijer.
Giving some thought to a blog about my Tim Holtz workshop, so if you see a plume in South county, you'll know what it is!
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