Polokwane KnitWits aim to make 670 blankets for people in need
The initiative aims to bring Polokwane residents together each month to knit and crochet 670 blankets for people in need by Mandela Day next year.
POLOKWANE – More than 70 residents gathered at Pets and Hobbies (WildThingz) on November 3 to crochet blocks for blankets as part of an initiative to support people in need.
The gathering, held at the WildThingz coffee shop, brought together mostly members of the Polokwane Pensioners Association, who enjoyed coffee and snacks while working with wool donated by Levant.
The crocheted blocks will form part of blankets for the 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day project, an international non-profit organisation founded in South Africa in December 2013.
One stitch at a time
Andrew Fraser of Pets and Hobbies (WildThingz) said the gathering marked the beginning of a series of monthly get-togethers.
“This was the first gathering of our very own Polokwane KnitWits.
“We decided to join the global movement to share love, kindness and compassion,” he said.
“The group plans to meet once a month to knit and crochet blankets for people in need, with the aim of donating 670 blankets by July 18, 2027.
“With the support of Levant, 67 Blankets and the Polokwane Pensioners’ community, we’re looking forward to seeing this wonderful initiative grow, one stitch at a time,” Fraser said.
