Knit Your Square to Give Your Share - PART 4

chalky_75

Mrs Moneypenny -- What a worrying start to the New Year and I am so sorry you had such an anxious time at Christmas -- I am not very good with all things medical and definitely get in a bit of a tizz too so know exactly where you are coming from. I am sure that is exactly what it is --- so ---- get the wool out and distract yourself. As soon as " Operation knock down " starts and I am at DMIL's I was thinking it's been a long time since we kissed any Geezers so thought a shout was about due!! Your squares are always beautiful and I am sure Mrs Twins could do with a boost to start 2012. There are 2 old people's homes near my village so it might be worth sending pics to Mrs Twin but delivering them there to save on the postage costs. I will have a think and see what you all suggest when we get going!
Right I am off to do more packing!
It is chucking it down here and the conservatory is leaking!!! Knew it was renovation time!!!

Kathy -- Thinking of you!! xx

mrs-moneypenny

im happy to do a couple of KYSTGYSES squares if you want some do you want to reminds us of the wools dimensions etc needed once you decide where they are going and what for.

hardpressed

Has anyone found a cheaper and woolfree alternative to Noro? I've seen some lovely patterns on line and some knitters rave about it but it is out of my price range and I can't wear wool.

chalky_75

Crossed posts Salome --- many congratulations to your DD. I am glad he was romantic too-- it makes it all the more special.
MRS M -- if you fancy making a start --- 6" squares -- the more accurate they are in the measurement the easier my job. Also the compilation is so much easier if they are in sets of 4 with either the same colour or blend of colours.The blankets look so lovely if they have some links i.e colour/shade or pattern.
We actually do not move up to DMIL for a few days but I thought it might make a nice distraction for you.

Actualy DMIL is not too well at the moment so at least we will be able to keep a close eye on her! I hope she soon gets back to knitting baby hats as when we were visiting DDIL in hospital the nurses from the special baby care unit found out that I belonged to a charity kniitting group and she asked if I could possibly make baby hats and Angel pockets as their need is very great for both! How sad for the second! So as soon as DMIL is better I will get her needles out for her -- she can't do the Angel pockets as it makes her too sad! I know what she means but I try and make some every now and again as it must mean so much to the families.

In_Search_Of_Me

hardpressed have a look at king cole...I did a wrappy thing at Christmas and it was lovely..
Shaz how awful and scary for you; were you injured or just shaken? Sounds horrendous!
Mrs M poor you...its been one thing after another lately hasnt it Really good that its a cyst and nothing more sinister...How are the girls doing? Sounds like you could do with a good pamper day to me or sleep for a week!
Chalky have I missed sommat? What work are you having done??
Psso hugs for you...sounds like one needed; been just as bad as you so well sit on the naughty step togeather shall we!!
Been researching obesity surgery so little time left or energy plus didnt sleep well; never do the night before I go back. Went ok though and no major disasters while I was away.

sock-knitter

nobody was injured in the car crash on sunday, just all shaken. and am now very nervous in a car, but i guess that will pass
mrs mp, glad they have reassured you, and you can stop worrying
salome, congratulations to your dd, and how romantic of him.
chalky, hope your dmil gets well soon
psso, isom, and everyone who needs one (((big hugs)))
ps if anyone has a spare hug, i sure could use one also, been to see mental health nurse again today, and she had put me on some new meds, and i need to go see her every two weeks, because of the possible side effects
love shaz xxx

f1widow

hello all
mrs m - oh if I was there I could hug you - you have not been looking after yourself - am hoping the lumpy bumpy will soon be all better - take good care and when the boys are back at school try and have a bit of a rest from time to time - big hugs xxx

sock-knitter - big hug hon - hopefully the meds will work for you and eveything works out there for you - oh what a start to the year with the car accident am pleased none of you were hurt - take care xxx

isom - am concerned over your thought of surgery? and did you mean you were worried about work? hope it was ok for you - big hugs xxx

chalky - operation knockdown sounds severe - how long will you have to be away for? I hope it goes smoothly over the coming months - gentle thoughts for MIL and hope she is on the mend soon - I love the patterns on her hats - they are very pretty and different xx ps popped over to your page and the pics of grandson were gorgeous and Ive also had a go at your mits and they are really lovely - managed 1 (and a half!) pairs already - they could be addictive oh and a big thank you for my mention that was very sweet of you xx

roamin - are you ok? xxs

salome - congrats to your daughter - ooo a wedding how exciting xx

Im running out of time - need to get to bed on time tonight ready to get DS up for school eeekkkkkk - I sort of hate it when they have gone back to work and school but on the other hand enjoy the quiet time
so a big hug and many thoughts to all those that are poorly and /or struggling and everyone else xxx

salome

Just a quickie. Shaz I always have spare hugs, it what I specialise in :-) Lots of hugs for you at the moment hope these difficult times ease up a bit for you and give you some breathing space. ((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))) + loads more xx

chalky_75

Big hugs to Shaz---- battles are only one with small advances-- This time will pass xxx

Scaffolding going up and house nearly empty
Love to one and all

Mrs_Twins

Hello Everyone!

I do hope you all had a good Christmas and New Year!

I am at present collecting 6" Squares for a very special Challenge. I am making a Blanket to be exhibited in Jersey in aid of Jersey Mencap. The Blanket will be exhibited by the Organiser and then sold to raise money for Mencap. I really love doing these Charity Blankets in aid of good causes. The trouble is.... I am desperate to get more Squares in. Now would anyone like to help me?

The Challenge is called 'Your Local Landscape'.
Basically you would have to Knit or Crochet a 6" Square. I require 25 in total and I am only half way through collecting!
The idea is to look out of your window and Knit or Crochet what you see!
e.g. Gardens, The Sea, Buildings etc.,

If you want ideas and to be inspired would you like to pop over to SIBOL. www.sunshineinternationalblanketsoflove.blogspot.com
I am showing today the Squares which I have already received.
They are amazing and some full of detail, but they can also be as simple as you like!

I require the Squares really as soon as possible. The Blanket has to be received by 24th February. I know I am terribly behind on this one.

So if anyone would like to make a Square please email me preferably. [EMAIL="sueatpigsty@talktalk.net"]sueatpigsty@talktalk.net[/EMAIL]
or pm me on here.

I have been assured by the Organiser that we will be told how much our Blanket raises as I won't be able to 'fly' over!.

Thanks so much,
Love and best wishes for 2012,
Suex