Caxton Cares Square by Square project: 234 blankets and counting
With 234 knee blankets already completed, the SUN's blanket drive is nearing its halfway mark thanks to the community’s overwhelming support.
THE generosity of the community knows no bounds, as another 25 complete knee blankets and more than 300 blocks made their way to the SUN’s office.
According to the managing editor of the Southlands/ South Coast SUN, Roelien D’Amico, the tally stands at 234 complete blankets.
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“We are so close to the halfway mark, it’s unbelievable and very exciting,” she said. “Visitors to the office are all very intrigued at the amount of beautiful and bright coloured knee blankets on display. It is impossible to choose a favourite blanket, except for the ones I made myself, of course,” D’Amico joked.
“It is a heartwarming sight to see the amount of creativity that went into the blankets.” D’Amico said a few balls of wool were also donated, which will help to sew the many donated blocks together.
“I can only thank everybody who contributed, and is still contributing to the project. As you all know, this project is close to my heart. I appreciate and admire every blanket that is donated,” said D’Amico. The closing date for blankets, blocks and wool donations is June 2, with distribution to take place throughout July.
There is still time to donate wool, completed blankets, or blocks. It can be dropped off at: • The Mudpie Co, 771 Marine Drive, The Bluff • SUN office, 33 Main Road, Doonside, Amanzimtoti.
For advice or queries, contact Gerda Mac Gregor at the SUN office on 031 903 2341, WhatsApp 079 728 6787, or email sunads@dbn.caxton.co.za.
Spot prizes up for grabs! The person who donates the most wool or knits / crochets the most blocks will win a pamper treat from Pia Health and Beauty Spa, Amanzimtoti. Clear Waters Spur has also sponsored breakfast vouchers for lucky participants. Coffee Theatre has also jumped on board and sponsored two coffee and cake vouchers and two breakfast vouchers.
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