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Hi island, i think the thread did start off as an olympic cushion thread. the woolsack link at the top refers to the cushions that they're hoping to make for the olympic athletes.

i think the thread has probably developed now into a general crocheting thread :-D

I did look at it as I'd love to crochet one day. still have some of my gran's crocheting needles - I'll have to get my mum to teach me one day. Just don't have the time at the moment.

That's my understanding of the thread too SRS...this is where the link sent me..........


Lesley Report 29 Feb 2012 20:40
I thought some people who enjoy crocheting might be interested in this site http://www.woolsack.org
I heard about this yesterday on BBC Essex. It's about making cushion for every competitor of the Olympics.

I have tried to encourage knitters and those who crochet to go on the craft thread but had no takers except Julia. theya re probably too busy knitting/crocheting.

Well all power to your elbows I say !

Wish I could....but alas...it's another of the many things that have passed me by lol x

"Personally (and it isn't a competition) If I could knit, I'd prefer the dog's cause :)"

You and me both...

Muffy, I'm afraid I'm another one who can't knit to save my life.

I actually have a knitting machine here that used to belong to my nan and I used to have a go on it but I wouldn't have the slightest idea how to work it now :-S

I've just done a deal off site with a *knitter* that I'll contribute towards the wool..so although I can't actually physically help..i can in a small way ....

So wish my nan was alive now...she was a demon for knitting.actually she was demon full stop but that's another story lolololol x

Who are you calling a 'knitter' Muffy? :-|

*blushes*

*mumbles*

Oh FGS you've been called worse :-D :-D :-D :-D :-D

Cheeky little nudge for the day crew x

Can I just say this.

It has become the norm these days for Charity Shops, to sell wool. I do not mean used wool, but new wool that sells at cheaper prices. This, I would use for CRAFT projects.
Anything that needs to be washed on a regular basis, needs to be knitted /crocheted in good quality wool. The dog blankets for this project, therefore need to be made of this. So please knit them in a good branded name to ensure they keep their life, and it is not a waste of your time knitting them.
Good quality wool that has been made into a garment that is no longer used, can be unpicked and reknitted up. When you have unravelled the wool, wound into hanks, and washed, it will loose it's crinkle and be suitable for re-use.

Many Thanks

Julia in Derbyshire

oh im not one to gossip, BUT, that tina harpy is on her 3rd square for her blanket already ;-)

It's getting such a good response...both on FB and here !!!

Tina had the first square done within an hour of the post going up didn't she !! lololol. Brilliant !!!!

x

yes she did shes fab! x

I haven't started yet, but I have printed the pattern out and sent it to mum, so I'm sure she'll get on it asap.

I have got lots of wool and i will use it for this cause.I already have a direct debit with Battersea for a monthly donation so think they are struggling.Thank you for putting the thread up and letting us know
Annie

First square knitted. (between making my jewellery and everything else. I can't sit stil!

Attention all cat lovers - Battersea is also for Cats (my daughter's cat came from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, to give it its full title).

They also want knitted mice (squeaker and catnip - optional) - quicker, less wool and easier to post.

Link to pattern on their website: http://www.battersea.org.uk/about_us/whats_new/cat_knitting.html

You lot are brill. !!!!! <3 <3 <3 <3

Well I was going to be bored over the next few days , read this and seeing as I can only do basic knitting...although get me(I can cast on and off) :-P
Just rang Mum to bring me set of knitting needles over and some wool....

BF going to walk in and think hes in the wrong house pmsl....

Yeyyyy..well done you !!!! <3