Caxton Cares: Stitching together warmth, one square at a time
There is still time to donate or crochet square blocks for the Caxton Cares Square by Square blanket drive.
ALTHOUGH only a few eager crocheters pitched up for the Caxton Cares Square by Square workshop on March 1, it was still successful as at least seven blankets were already donated.
“We only need another 493 blankets to reach our goal,” joked the editor of the South Coast / Southlands SUN, Roelien D’Amico. Those who joined the group said it was a fantastic learning experience.
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Priscilla “Waffle” Murray, arrived with a crocheted piece that did not resemble a square, but at the end of the day, she left with a perfect crochet block. Thulie “Speedy” Mkhize, said she crocheted as a youngster and enjoyed the tutoring provided by Gerda “Undo” Macgregor. She managed to leave with two-and-a-half perfectly crocheted blocks.
Even Shereen “The Heart” Maharaj, sales manager of the SUN, managed to teach Priscilla a few stiches as well, even though she also just started learning a new craft. Not to forget Aletta “Donut” Leslie, who also jumped in to show me a few shortcuts to some of the more complicated stiches.
A huge shout-out to Giselle’s Kitchen, who sponsored some delicious eats to ensure the crocheters’ energy levels remained high, as well as to the anonymous sponsor for the bags of wool she graciously donated. Any project needs a few energetic, eager and enthusiastic community members to ensure that we reach our goals, and if everybody who said they are assisting us manage to donate a blanket or two, we will be able to reach our goal,” said D’Amico.
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“I am eternally grateful for the support we receive. This project aims to assist our elderly residents to stay warm during the colder months, and because this is made with love, our blessing will spread to them as well.”
In order to complete 500 blankets, 21 000 knitted or crocheted blocks, 15cm x 15cm, are needed. The blocks will be sewn together to make a 90cm knee blanket.
Anybody who wishes to participate in the project, can send a WhatsApp message to 079 728 6787, call the office on 031 903 2341 or send an email to sunads@dbn.caxton.co.za.
Donation boxes for wool are available at The Mudpie Co, 771 Marine Drive, The Bluff or at the SUN office in Amanzimtoti. The closing date for this project is June 2, with distribution to take place in July.
There are a few spot prizes up for grabs. The person who donated the most wool, or crocheted or knitted the most blocks, will win a special treat sponsored by Pia Health and Beauty Spa, Amanzimtoti. There are also breakfast vouchers from Clear Waters Spur in Beach Road up for grabs.
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