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Raising Hope For Others is a local 501(c)3 with the mission to help community members offset overwhelming medical costs. We are specifically helping them with their Leaving A Legacy project.

 

The Leaving a Legacy project was created in 2017 as a memorial to Patrice Berman's beloved husband, Eddie. Patrice, the Founder of Raising Hope For Others, took her grief and turned it into this project. His giving spirit and compassion for all is reflected in their comfort bags. The charitable bags are given for free to anyone in need of comfort. This serves a local need, bringing neighbors together to support each other during trying times. The contents of each bag are specifically chosen to meet the needs of its recipient. 

 what are we crafting? 

Item Requested
Craft Type
Quantity Requested
Quantity Still Needed
Backpacks-Denim
Sew
100
88
Bags
Sew
200
89
Bags for Kids
Sew
100
49
Chemo Cap
Sew/Knit/Crochet
300
0
Chemo Cap/Scarf Set
Knit/Crochet
100
0
Cosmetic Bags
Sew
100
0
Port Pillow
Sew/Crochet
100
0

 project must-knows 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1) Pandemic Relief Masks - Leaving A Legacy would like to put a mask in each bag. These masks need to be 2 layers with a filter pocket or 3 layers. The 3rd layers needs to be a non-woven material like polypropylene. This location prefers elastic ear loops to ties. The CDC recommends nose wires in masks, as do we. We recommend that these are removable, so when they break, they can be replaced and the entire mask does not get tossed. Leaving A Legacy reports to us that they mostly need masks in smaller more petite sizes. 

2) Tote Bags (Sewn) -  This location will accept most any tote bags that are approximately 16x16 in size and we are looking for a wide variety of fabrics to appeal to men, women and everyone in between! They also need a few in fabrics for kids.  Leaving a Legacy reports to us that their favorite tote is
Two Tone Fabric Tote  or The Crafting Change Taco Tote


3) Port Pillows - (Sewn/Crochet)-This project is fast and easy. We understand that there are many ways to make a port pillow, however if you are sewing one, our charity partner prefers the port pillow with wings. Please follow this pattern for this partner. Leaving A Legacy reports back to us that port pillows really need to be stuffed FIRMLY to be effective. Please ensure you are really stuffing your port pillows nice and firm! 

4) Cosmetic Bag - (Sewn) This little zip up pouch (or snap bag) is a fun project and we have several suggested patterns to make these up! You are welcome to use any pattern you like as long as it meets are general sizing guidelines of approximately 9"x7" If using the snap bag pattern for Leaving A Legacy, this partner requests that you box pleat the bottom so the bag can stand up. They also need some cosmetic bags in fun prints for kids! 


5) Chemo Caps - (Sewn/Knit/Crochet) We have many wonderful patterns for sewing, knitting or crocheting up soft and comfortable chemo caps. If knitting/crocheting these caps please follow our approved/tested yarn list. It is especially important for the sensitive scalps of a patient going through chemotherapy to get the right kind of yarn. Our Advisory Board spends a lot of time testing yarns so you don't have to. Please trust that they have our recipients best interest at heart. We have a wide selection of yarns at every price point available on our approved list. List available below in our pattern section or by clicking here.

7) Sets - Chemo Cap/Scarf Sets (Knit/Crochet) If you are so inclined to create a matching scarf from the same yarn to go with your chemo cap, it would be so kindly accepted! This can be a loopy scarf or dropped stitch, it does not necessarily need to be super thick and snuggly warm. If you have a knitting machine, you can use a nice DK weight yarn, such as Hobbi Horizon and make a lovely hat and dropped stitch scarf set. (tutorial for scarf here: https://youtu.be/JXj5fDLaYko) For ideas or help, contact Robyn Robyn@craftingchange.org

*You can also sew one of our chemo cap patterns then knit/crochet a scarf in a matching yarn as a set. 

8) Pocket Prayer Quilts( Heart Hugs) (Sewn) - Leaving A Legacy would like all of the pocket quilts they receive to have hearts attached so they can go to anyone, no matter their religious preference.  You can use buttons, charms, be creative just ensure they are securely fastened. We have a thoughtful Project Overview Sheet put together by Kathy Lawrence for this project, please review!

9) Denim Backpacks (Sewn)- Leaving A Legacy is also putting together comfort bags for teens and young adults with cancer. These younger patients prefer backpacks and denim is the preferred style! 

Other Items they collect:

Inside the comfort bags Leaving A Legacy distributes, they include many items that can be found at your local Dollar Store. If you have extra room in your box, maybe you will consider including a few or check around your house to see if you have extras laying around! 

Chapstick, mini hand sanitizer, fuzzy socks, puzzle books, journals, small lotions, mini tissues, note cards, and reusable water bottles. 

Must Knows
Patterns

 tote bags 

Totes

Crafting Change Easy Tote

Our modification of the Green Bag Lady tote provides finished seams and option for longer handles. Serge or Sew!

Crafting Change Super Tote Video

Video Tutorial for this easy tote that uses heavier weight fabric.

DIY Tote-Beginner

Basic lined beginner friendly tote bag

Green Bag Lady Bag

This unlined tote bag sews up super fast!

Martha's Quick & Easy Two-Toned Lined Tote

This is a fast and simple way to make a lined 2 toned tote with french seams

Crafting Change Easy Tote Video Tutorial

Video tutorial for our modification of the Green Bag Lady tote provides finished seams and option for longer handles. Serge or Sew!

Crafting Change Taco Tote

This cute easy to sew tote bag is designed after the popular Burrito Pillowcase.

Earth Day Jean Tote

Easy reusable tote up-cycled from an old pair of jeans

Happy Scrappy Tote Bag & Backpack

Zoom Room recording on how to make the scrappy tote bag and denim drawstring backpack.

Scrappy Taco Tote

Make our Taco Tote using scraps from your previous taco totes or other projects!

Crafting Change Super Tote

Easy tote using heavier weight fabrics.

DIY Simple Jean Tote

Video tutorial for simple jean tote bag

Easy Canvas Tote Bag with Pocket

Super easy tote bag made from a canvas painting tarp!

How To Make Straps

Simple technique to make straps for drawstring backpack

Two-Tone Fabric Tote

Cute two toned fabric totes made two ways

ChemoCrochet

 chemo caps - crochet 

All Fiber Arts

Crafting Change Recommended & Tested Yarn List

Recommended & Tested Yarn List for all partner projects

Crochet

Any Size Shell Stitch Hat

This basic hat uses only a few crochet stitches to make a beautiful cap

Crochet

Clochette

This cute brimmed hat is sure to be hit with anyone!

Crochet

Little Sister's Hat

Quick and easy pattern in 4 sizes for all the sisters in your life

Crochet

Basketweave Vertical Stripe Cap

Crochet for Cancer Basketweave Vertical Stripe Cap.

Crochet

Elegant Hat

Hat is worked in continuous rounds and anyone will be lucky to receive it!

Crochet

Dove & Peacock Chemo Caps

Easy & modern chemo caps

Crochet

Crochet Chemo Turban

A lightweight hat for the summer months

 chemo caps - knit and sewn 

ChemoKnitSewn
Knitting Machine

Addi Drop Stitch Scarf

Easy drop stitch scarf for Leaving A Legacy

Knit

Christian's Cap

This striped unisex hat is easy to knit!

Sew

Boho Beanie/Chemo Cap

This comfortable, elasticated cap won't slip off.

Sew

The Turban Project Video Tutorial

Video partner for the Turban Project pattern

All Fiber Arts

Recommended & Tested Yarn List

Crafting Change Recommended & Tested Yarn List for our Partner Projects

Knit

Mock J Crew Ribbed Watchman Cap

Comfortable pattern sure to please any head.

Sew

"No Pattern" Chemo Cap

Fast, easy to sew or serge no pattern needed!

Sew

Daydream Believer Updated Scarf

Easy, fun and popular style of head covering requested by our charity partner.

Knit

Glinda's Chemo Hat

This unisex cap is easy to knit!

Knit

Knots of Love Geri's Cables

Versatile hat, brim can be worn up or down.

Sew

The Turban Project Pattern

The written pattern for the basic Turban Project turban.

 port pillows and tissue holders 

PortTissue
Sew

Project Overview Sheet Mini Tissue Holder

Project Overview Sheet for sewn mini tissue holder

Sew

Fabric Mini Tissue Holder

This sewn mini tissue holder is real scrap buster!

All Fiber Arts

Crafting Change Recommended & Tested Yarn List

Our recommended and tested yarns for our partner projects

Sew

Port Pillow with wings by LeSha

A very comfortable port pillow designed by LeSha Reitano

Crochet

Crochet Mini Tissue Holder

These mini tissue holders have a cute pocket too!

Crochet

Crochet Port Pillow

Crafting Change Port Pillow by Melanie Shovelski

 cosmetic bags and pocket heart hugs 

Cosmetic
Sew

Fancy Zipper Bag

Easy Bag using Lace Zippers

Sew

Crafting Change Pocket Heart Hug

Easy Heart Hug Pattern Video Tutorial

Sew

15 Minute Zipper Pouch

Fast & Easy cosmetic bag

Sew

Crafting Change Zippered Cosmetic Bag

Drawn pattern for easy cosmetic bag by Kathy Lawrence

Sew

Project Overview Sheet Pocket Prayer Quilt

Project Overview Sheet for Pocket Prayer Quilt

Sew

Video Tutorial Pocket Prayer Quilts

Video Step by Step on how to construct our Pocket Prayer Quilt

Sew

So Sew Easy Cosmetic Bag

This fast and easy zippered cosmetic bag is roomy and fun to make! Check out this video tutorial!

Sew

Cosmetic Bag Project Overview Sheet

Project Overview Sheet for cosmetic bags for Leaving A Legacy. Start Here!

Sew

Missouri Star Quilts Easy Zipper Pouch with Fancy Zipper

Great project for FQs!

Sew

Snappy Sack

Great Cosmetic Bag using snap bracelets to close the top!

 masks 

Masks
Sew

Crafting Change Face Mask FAQ

Our FAQ on mask making!

Sew

We Can Sew It (Rosie)

The original "We Can Sew It" aka Rosie pattern. Can be easily modified to add elastic on the sides by using a bias tape strip instead of ties! Adult size only.

Sew

Craft Passion Video Tutorial

Video companion for the Craft Passion mask

Sew

Sewing Seeds of Love

This is a popular and easy to sew kids mask.

Sew

Japanese Sewing Book 3D

Easy 3D (origami) style mask (no nose wire required)! Pattern & Video!

Sew

Deaconess

Pleated mask great for kids

Sew

SSOL Video Tutorial

Video companion for the Sewing Seeds of Love pattern

Sew

Craft Passion

This contoured mask has multiple sizes great for kids.

Sew

Deaconess Video Tutorial

Watch this tutorial to add a filter pocket to the Deaconess!

Sew

Unlined Drawstring Backpack

Video Tutorial for this easy drawstring backpack

   backpacks  

 shipping guidelines 

Leaving A Legacy is happy to accept your shipment when you are able to send it. Please include a Crafting Change Care Slip in your package and mail to: 

Leaving A Legacy

461 Tennent Road

Manalapan, NJ 07726

If your box will cost you more than $20 to ship, Leaving A Legacy is partnered with Give Back Box to get you a $20 UPS label from Give Back Box and ship up to 50 pounds and 108" in girth to Leaving A Legacy here.

Due to a computer glitch, they send out the same label with the same tracking number to every person and you can't use it. After you receive your label, please immediately email Monika at info@givebackbox.com and ask for a "fresh" label with an unused tracking number. You will get a new label in 1-2 days. This is the label you should use. 

Shipping
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