How to knit for charity organizations

Start knitting for charity in four steps!

Knitting for charity is a rewarding experience that provides welfare and clothing for communities and individuals in need. Start knitting for charity by following these four steps. 

1. Think about what age group you want to knit for. 

• Babies
• Children
• Adults

Clothing for charity organizations 

• Baby Blankets/ Blankets
• Scarves/Cowls
• Hats
• Gloves
• Socks

2. Consider what yarn and needles you will need. 

Choose yarn that is durable and machine washable. Select large needle sizes for scarves and cowls and small needle sizes for hats, gloves, and socks.

Yarn Types

• Acrylic
• Cotton
• Wool
• Alpaca
• Mohair
• Bamboo

About Yarn Bulk & Weight

• Bulk of yarn
• Yarn weight

Inexpensive yarn brands 

• Home Town USA (Lion Brand) - 100% acrylic
• Classic Wool Roving (Patons Yarn) - warm & soft!
• Vanna's Choice (Lion Brand) - 100% acrylic

3. Find a charity that inspires you! 

• Knit A Square 
• Knots of Love
• Be Sweet 

4. Select a pattern to start. 

Free knitting patterns

• FiberFlux.blogspot.com
• Raverly.com
• Lionbrand.com

What type of knitting charities would you like to knit for? What items would you "gift?"

Free Knitting Pattern: Easy, Big Cowl

Try this easy-to-do infinity scarf/cowl knitting pattern by Jennifer of Fiber Flux! Jennifer's knitting patterns are easy to understand and have clear instructions. 

The Bubble Gum cowl is a quick knitting project because of the large needle size. The pattern requires one skein of chunky yarn and is warm and comfortable.

 Follow this link for the full knitting pattern.

Fair Trade Yarn: Manos de Uruguay

Purchase Manos de Uruguay yarn to support women in Uruguay!

Manos de Uruguay sells fair trade yarns. By purchasing their yarn collection, you support women in Uruguay who hand-craft yarn to provide for their families. 

Manos de Uruguay supplies communities of Uruguay women with jobs, benefits, and safe/healthy working conditions. Each skein of yarn you purchase is signed by the woman who spun it.

Learn more about Manos de Uruguay by following this link.

Knit this beautiful yarn from Manos de Uruguay called Chrysanthemum. 

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