Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About Rocky Mountain Planned Parenthood has been a 501c3 nonprofit organization since 1978. They serve people in 3 states: Colorado, New Mexico and Las Vegas, NV. Planned Parenthood empowers individuals and families in the communities they serve to make informed choices regarding their health and wellness. They see a future where all people have equitable opportunity to experience health and wellness including high-quality sexual and reproductive health care provided with respect and without judgement. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Heart Hugs Sew 500 500 Heating Pads Sew 500 500 Bags (Adults) Sew 500 500 project must-knows ​ ​ ​ We have been asked to help Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains with several items in assistance of patient care. First, we were asked if there is a reusable solution for patient care bags that would offer some happiness, dignity and discretion for patients leaving clinic with medication and materials and resources after medical appointments. ​ Second, The Pocket Heart Hugs will be added to their resource pack given to patients with after their appointments. Prior to distribution, our laminated poem will be added to the Heart Hug by Martha. ​ Third, patients are advised to use a heating pad after certain appointments to help with cramping. Many patients can't afford this. However a rice heating pad made out of flannel holds it's heat for up to an hour! ​ ​ ​ 1) Tote Bags- Any pattern, any style. Preferred Pattern: The Crafting Change Easy Tote, Green Bag Lady, Crafting Change Taco Tote or Earth Day Jean Tote. Lined or unlined. Quilting Cotton, cotton/poly blends, Lightweight Canvas or denim (no upholstery fabric for this partner please). Sized between 16"x16" and 18"x18" Bright and cheerful fabrics like Superheroes, Florals, batiks in bright colors or denim jeans totes. Fabrics to Avoid: Pastels. Baby Prints Fabrics with words like mommy/daddy/family Drugs/Alcohol/Bad Words/Inappropriate Images ​ 2) Pocket Heart Hugs - Bright and cheerful Heart Hugs bring comfort. Same fabric restrictions as the tote bags. You can see our video below on how to construct them or follow any pattern you find for "pocket prayer quilts" however we are only using hearts, no religious emblems allowed. Carol Grape and Deb Evans found a fun new way to do these with pinking shears, and we've now added a video for this to our patterns! ​ 3) Rice Bag Heating Pads - These small flannel heating pads are super fast and easy to sew up. Our team on the ground in Colorado will fill them up with rice and sew them closed, so all you have to do is create the empty shells following our super easy pattern and video tutorial created by Carol Grape carol@craftingchange.org Please remember to use COTTON THREAD! These will go inside the patient totes we are crafting along with the heart hugs and given to patients to offer them additional comfort to help alleviate cramping and pain. As the patients served in this region are primarily low-income PPRM often has to provide financial assistance to patients to purchase heating pads however their funds are low due to increase requests to cover travel expenses of patients. This little item will go a long way to help. Rice is being provided by volunteers in Colorado. Please remember the following when selecting fabric: Fabrics to Avoid: Pastels. Baby Prints Fabrics with words like mommy/daddy/family/Grandma, etc. Drugs/Alcohol/Bad Words/Inappropriate Images Must Knows suggested patterns Tote Bags Pocket Hugs Heating Pads Patterns tote bags tote bags Fashion Crafting Change Easy Tote Our modification of the Green Bag Lady tote provides finished seams and option for longer handles. Serge or Sew! PATTERN Fashion Crafting Change Super Tote Video Video Tutorial for this easy tote that uses heavier weight fabric. PATTERN Fashion Earth Day Jean Tote Easy reusable tote up-cycled from an old pair of jeans PATTERN Fashion Happy Scrappy Tote Bag & Backpack Zoom Room recording on how to make the scrappy tote bag and denim drawstring backpack. PATTERN Fashion Two-Tone Fabric Tote Cute two toned fabric totes made two ways PATTERN Fashion 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! PATTERN Fashion Crafting Change Taco Tote This cute easy to sew tote bag is designed after the popular Burrito Pillowcase. PATTERN Fashion Easy Canvas Tote Bag with Pocket Super easy tote bag made from a canvas painting tarp! PATTERN Fashion 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 PATTERN Fashion Crafting Change Super Tote Easy tote using heavier weight fabrics. PATTERN Fashion DIY Tote-Beginner Basic lined beginner friendly tote bag PATTERN Fashion Green Bag Lady Bag This unlined tote bag sews up super fast! PATTERN Fashion Scrappy Taco Tote Make our Taco Tote using scraps from your previous taco totes or other projects! PATTERN pocket heart hugs pocket hugs Sew Hourglass Heart Hug This hourglass heart hug will make 2 each time you sew it up! PATTERN Tags Heart Hug Poem This poem can be printed, laminated and attached to heart hugs for our charity partners. PATTERN Sew Heart Shaped Heart Hug Template The heart shaped template for the heart shaped heart hug PATTERN Sew Crafting Change Pocket Heart Hug Easy to craft pocket heart hugs for a non-religious PATTERN Sew Heart Shaped Heart Hug Video Tutorial Beautiful Heart shaped heart hugs quilted, decorative stitched and thoughtfully done. PATTERN Sew Video Tutorial Pocket Prayer Quilts Video Step by Step on how to construct our Pocket Prayer Quilt PATTERN rice bag heating pads Sew Rice Bag Heating Pad Instructions Written instructions and overview for rice bag heating pad PATTERN Sew Rice Bag Heating Pad Video Tutorial Video Tutorial for Rice Bag Heating Pad PATTERN heating pad shipping guidelines These donations are going to be distributed to various locations throughout the region PPRM serves. Martha R. is organizing donations for PPRM and prepping the rice bag heating pads and tagging your heart hugs. All donations are being sent to her. For privacy reasons, we are not publishing her address. ​ Please tally when your box is ready to ship . After you tally, email martha@craftingchange.org and she will send you her shipping address! Thank you! If you have sent to Martha previously, her address has not changed. However, we ask that you still notify her when a package is on the way. ​ ​​ ​ Shipping TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

Hopa Mountain COMPLETED! 5/1/24 COLLECTION RESUMES 9/1/24 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About Supporting the coordination of local response efforts in rural and tribal communities across the Northern Rockies and the Great Plains, Hopa Mountain is a 501(c)3 organization doing great work. They invest in rural and tribal citizen leaders working primarily in the areas of early childhood education, informal science education, service-learning, ecological and human health, and non profit development. They have been integral in the pandemic relief efforts for the Tribes in the entire region. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed project must-knows ​ 1. WINTER HATS: Winter in the Northern Rocky Mountains is LONG. We are working with Hopa Mountain to get them a large supply of winter hats for the Elementary aged children they serve. FOCUS KIDS AGES 5-12. While this age group i s our primary focus, the request is for all sizes of hats infant through adult. They are looking for "generational" ha ts that will last. By generational we mean super high quality hats that are made with great quality yarn, have been made with great technique and have used a pattern. We have knit, crochet and sewn patterns. Our requirements are: Are they functional and do they keep a person warm? Are they crafted with a pattern and high quality, did you use good technique, would you wear it or give it as a gift to your Mom or best friend? Are they durable and washable? Are they safe and free of embellishments that would be a choking hazards for children? ​ You may use any crochet or knit pattern for this project (please peek at our suggested patterns to get an idea of what Hopa Mountain has asked for). Looking at our suggested patterns prior to starting this project will give you a good idea of what we are looking for before you begin making your first hat. Keep in mind that we are looking for functional, warm winter hats, not decorative hats. These need to be a tight weave without holes. But not so tight that the hat is a bowl or helmet. It is very cold in the Northern Rockies, so this is very important. These need to cover the ears of the person wearing them. Our Advisory Board is continuously testing yarn by using it and washing/drying it at least 5 times to see how it holds up. Please review our Recommended & Tested Yarn List for our suggestions, though this list is by no means exhaustive. Please check our Recommended & Tested Yarn List to see which types have passed our rigorous testing and we prefer, however you are welcome to do your own at home testing on other yarns to see if they will also hold up and be able to be "generational". As a reminder, using yarn that is more than 5 years old, yarn without a label where you do not know where it came from is ill advised. Yarn technology has changed a lot in the last few years. If you are in doubt about your pattern or your yarn, please send your questions to our Advisory Board Member Robyn Peters robyn@craftingchange.org . We also have a few sewn patterns for polar fleece hats. We ask that you buy high quality fleece that does not pill. Due to the harsh winters, we are asking you use only 2 layer hats to keep the children warm, no single layers please, Questions about sewing hats for Hopa? Contact Kathy at kathyl@craftingchange.org ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ COLLECTION RESUMES 9/1/24 Must Knows suggested patterns Warm Winter Hats Patterns recommended and tested yarn list Knit/Crochet Recommended & Tested Yarns Crafting Change recommended and tested yarn list sorted by project type. PATTERN Hats warm winter hats Knit Warp Speed Hat by STASH One hat fits most adults, super fast and easy. Basic ribbing, worked in the round and simple decrease! Pattern Crochet Ribbed Beanie Hat by Melody Crochet Video Tutorial How to crochet a beanie with a ribbed brim Pattern Knit Nice & Knit Beanie Stylish, easy beanie Pattern Knit Garter Ear Flap Hat For the adventurous knitter ready to take on a challenge, look at this ear flap pattern in 5 sizes! Pattern Sew Fleece 2 Layer Hat Simple 2 layer fleece hat that is reversible for all ages. Pattern Knitting Machine Make a 2 Layer Hat on the Addi 2 layer hat with a brim on the Addi Knitting Machine. Pattern Crochet Striped Band Earflap Hat Cute crochet children's hat with a stripe and earflaps Pattern Crochet Slouchy Beanie Easy slouchy beanie for kids and adults Pattern Sew Fleece Hat With Earflaps Written pattern and YouTube tutorial for a fun fleece hat with earflaps. Pattern Crochet Basic Crochet Hat This simple crochet pattern is sure to please any person that receives it! Pattern Crochet Caron Slouchy Beanie A slouch beanie is fun and oh so comfortable! Teens love its casual style to stay warm on cold winter days. Pattern Sew Easy Fleece Hat Video Tutorial Video tutorial for Easy Fleece hat pattern Pattern Sew Fleece Hat with Flaps Fleece Hat with Flaps pattern Pattern Circular Knitting Machine Circular Knitting Machine Sizing Guide Approximate sizing for double walled hats for your Addi or Sentro Pattern Crochet Basic Hat with a Brim Basic Hat in the round with a brim. Pattern Knit How I Knit The CC Beanie Great version of the classic CC beanie Pattern Knit Traditional Ear Flap Hat An easy ear flap hat Pattern Crochet Easiest Crochet Hat Ever Easy unisex for all sizes. This is our preferred crochet hat. It has good stretch, is warm and versatile. Pattern Crochet Easy Child's Hat Easy child's crochet hat Pattern Crochet Simple Crochet Hat Easy crochet hat for kids with a pompom Pattern Crochet Seamless Earflap Hat This pattern comes in all sizes Newborn-Adults! Pattern Crochet The CC Beanie This popular beanie is trendy, warm and easy to knit. Pattern Crochet Caron Beginner Beanie This basic beginner beanie is fast and easy for any crocheter! Pattern Crochet Chunky Crochet Beanie This easy, chunky hat will keep teens toasty this winter! Pattern Sew Easy Fleece Hat Pattern Easy sewn fleece hat pattern Pattern Sew Balaclava Kids Hat Great super warm hat that covers the entire face! Video Tutorial in link too! Pattern Sew Making Balaclavas for Kids or Adults Super warm winter item that fully covers the head! Pattern Knit Basic Beginner Hats for the Family Basic hat in 6 sizes! Pattern Knit How To Knit A Hat For Beginners Great Video Tutorial for beginners! Pattern Knit Easiest Knit Hat Ever Easy knit unisex hat for any size. Our #1 preferred hat style. Also visit the You Tube Tutorial here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-OYMix6bPI Pattern Knit Sunflower Hat Beautiful knit hat in the colors of Ukraine with their national flower Pattern Crochet Basic Hat with Earflap Option Children's hat with optional earflap! Pattern Crochet Silas's Snow Day Hat Cute ear flap hat for children Pattern Sew Fleece Hat This easy fleece hat takes just minutes! Pattern Knit Skyping All Purpose Beanie This gender neutral option can be made in a variety of sizes. Pattern Crochet Classic Ribbed Beanie This easy pattern for beginners is a classic ribbed beanie for everyone! Pattern Crochet Give It A Whirl Beanie The swirling ridges of this hat will take you just a few hours to complete! Pattern Sew Fleece Hat with Flaps Video Video Tutorial for the fleece hat with flap pattern Pattern Shipping shipping guidelines Ship items whenever you are ready to send them. We will be ending our winter hat collection on May 31s t and starting it again September 1st. They are not on Give Back Box, but we advise checking rates on Pirate Ship to get the best shippin g prices when sending packages. ​ Hopa Mountain 234 E. B abcock St., Suite E Bozeman, MT 59715 ​ If your box will cost you more than $20 to ship, Hopa Mountain is now partnered with Give Back Box to get you a $20 UPS label and ship up to 50 pounds and 108" in girth. After you receive your label, please immediately email Monika 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. ​ ​ ​ Give Back Box Label TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

Piper's Project 01 Read About our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About Piper's Project has recently obtained their 501c3 status. They have expanded their mission to now distribute their bags of love to children in foster care, those that are unsheltered and victims of domestic violence. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Pillowcase Sew 100 78 Soap Sacks knit/crochet 100 0 Warm Winter Hats Sew/Knit/Crochet 100 0 Warm Winter Gloves/Mittens Sew/Knit/Crochet 100 94 project must-knows ​ 1. Burrito Pillow Case- These are for all ages 5-18. All pillows are all the standard size pillow no matter the age you are making for. It is appreciated if fun fabrics are used, and kids love licensed prints like Marvel, Comic Book characters like Batman and Superman, Harry Potter, Disney. ​ The pillowcase is made from three coordinating materials. The finished size should be 20”-21” wide by 30-32” long which fits a standard pillow. Please use soft, non scratchy material: woven quilter’s cotton, woven cotton blends as well as flannel. Fabric prints to avoid would be ones with drugs, alcohol, weapons religious, or holiday prints fabric with the words mommy, daddy or family or any variant (grandma, etc.) ​ 2. Knit/Crochet Soap Sacks- Please ensure your soap sacks end up being the standard size of a soap sack 4"x6". When soap is distributed it has to be in it's original packaging which is often a box. Often soap sacks are too small. You can use a 4x6 index card as a handy guide to keep in your project bag. It is a good idea to check your pattern every once in awhile to ensure you are meeting the size guidelines. Thank you. ​ 3. Winter hats & gloves in assorted sizes; toddlers, kids, teens. These can be sewn fleece or knit/crochet. Winter is cold in Kansas, please use patterns that are warm! They need these in many sizes from toddlers to teens (which wear adult size) and it is not important for us to track what size you send as the items we send will only be part of what they receive. So send whatever size you like! ​ ​ Must Knows suggested patterns Pillowcases Soap Sacks Warm Winter Items Patterns burrito pillowcases Pillowcases Overview Burrito Pillowcase One Sheet One sheet with fabric choices, cutting directions, and how to lay out burrito pillowcases for kids in foster care Pattern Sew Burrito Pillowcase Pattern Written Pattern for Burrito Pillow Case Pattern Sew Burrito Pillowcase Video Tutorial The best video tutorial out there for making a burrito pillowcase! Pattern soap sacks SoapSacks Crochet Knotty Soap Sack This sack PATTERN Crochet Crafting Change Sudsy Soap Sack by Denise Smith This fun soap sack uses the Herringbone Half Double Crochet to give it a great textured look. Designed for Crafting Change by Craftivist Denise Smith PATTERN Crochet Soap Sack Video Tutorial Crochet a soap sack with Melanie Shovelski PATTERN Tags Soap Sack Tags A link to S.A.C.K. website for their tags to attach to your Soap Sacks! PATTERN Crochet Kitty Sack This adorable kitty cat soap sack is cute all year round, but especially during the Fall! PATTERN Crochet Lil Ripples Soap Sack This super cute sack uses the sedge stitch. PATTERN Knit Knit Soap Sacks A folder full of different knit soap sack patterns PATTERN Crochet Granny Square Soap Sack Granny Square Pattern designed by Melanie Shovelski PATTERN Crochet Hear Me Roar Soap Sack by Melanie This adorable dino soap sack pattern was created by Melanie Shovelski. It will make washing up so much more fun! PATTERN Crochet Major Stitches Soap Sack Lovely military themed sack designed by Melanie Shovelski PATTERN All Craft Types Soap Sack Resources Resources from S.A.C.K. including many crochet and knit patterns. PATTERN Crochet Splish Splash Soap Sack This mermaid themed sack designed by Melanie Shovelski is easy and fun! PATTERN warm winter items Warm winter Crochet Basic Hat with a Brim Basic Hat in the round with a brim. PATTERN Knit Basic Plain Gloves simple, easy glove pattern for anyone PATTERN Sew Fleece Mitten Pattern Tutorial (link to download FREE pattern on this page). Super easy to follow tutorial! SIngle layer adult. PATTERN Sew Fleece 2 Layer Hat Simple 2 layer fleece hat that is reversible for all ages. PATTERN Knit The World's Simplest Mittens Quick and easy mittens to knit up! Beginner friendly. PATTERN Crochet Basic Hat with Earflap Option Children's hat with optional earflap! PATTERN Crochet Silas's Snow Day Hat Cute ear flap hat for children PATTERN Crochet Caron Beginner Beanie This basic beginner beanie is fast and easy for any crocheter! PATTERN Sew Balaclava Kids Hat Great super warm hat that covers the entire face! Video Tutorial in link too! PATTERN Knit Basic Beginner Hats for the Family Basic hat in 6 sizes! PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Mittens for Kids by DIY Crush Multiple sizes, single layer. Pattern Templates can be downloaded in this link! PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Mittens by Charmed by Ashley Video Easy single layer Adult fleece mittens video tutorial PATTERN Sew Fleece 2 Layer Mittens Nice, thick and warm, easy to sew. PATTERN Knit Mrs. Murdock's Mittens Fun easy mitten pattern for children PATTERN Crochet Striped Band Earflap Hat Cute crochet children's hat with a stripe and earflaps PATTERN Crochet Slouchy Beanie Easy slouchy beanie for kids and adults PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Hat Pattern Easy sewn fleece hat pattern PATTERN Knit Simple Textured Mitts (2 Ways) Versatile unisex mittens in a variety of sizes PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Mittens by Charmed by Ashley Super easy single layer fleece mitten pattern in adult sizes PATTERN Knit How To Knit A Hat For Beginners Great Video Tutorial for beginners! PATTERN Crochet Hands Full Crochet Mittens Beginner easy crochet pattern PATTERN Crochet Easy Child's Hat Easy child's crochet hat PATTERN Crochet Simple Crochet Hat Easy crochet hat for kids with a pompom PATTERN Sew Fleece Hat This easy fleece hat takes just minutes! PATTERN Sew Fleece Hat with Flaps Video Video Tutorial for the fleece hat with flap pattern PATTERN ship it! shipping guidelines Piper's Project is happy to accept your donations whenever you are able to send them. Winter items are needed as soon as possible for the impending colder weather of the current fall/winter 2023. NEW ADDRESS Ship To: Piper’s Project C/o Jeanette Urbom 29911 Antioch Rd Louisburg KS 66053 ​ TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

Mental Health Resource Center 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About Mental Health Resource Center provides a wide range of behavioral health services for adults, adolescents, children and families. During 2020, MHRC provided services to more than 10,000 people. MHRC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation based in Florida that provides a wide range of behavioral health and social services to the community. Included in MHRC’s service array are 24-hour emergency services; inpatient psychiatric services for children, adolescents and adults; and numerous outpatient services, including medication management, case management, counseling, supported housing, psychosocial rehabilitation, two programs for the homeless, and a therapeutic family program. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Backpacks (Adults) Sew 100 83 Bags (Adults) Sew 500 427 Bags (Kids) Sew 250 190 Blankets (Adults) Sew 250 246 Blankets (Kids & Teen) Sew 100 28 Fiddlers Sew 100 0 project must-knows ​ MHRC Admission Statistics Adults: Approximately 200 per month Children: Approximately 90 per month How We Are Helping Fiddlers These are small, hand-held pillows with a small item placed inside. They are used during inpatient therapy sessions to help children engage and participate more effectively. Blankets We create sewn blankets for both children and adults in the inpatient units. These blankets offer comfort to children dealing with mental health issues away from their families or foster homes, and serve as incentives for cooperation and participation. For adults, the blankets provide comfort during their stay. Note: Only sewn blankets are permitted; knit or crochet items are not allowed. Tote Bags & Backpacks Tote Bags: Provided to adults and children upon discharge from inpatient care, offering a dignified way to carry their belongings. Backpacks: Given to adults in the street outreach outpatient program after they attend three appointments, these bags offer long-term utility and dignit y. Warm Winter Items (Seasonal: November - February) For Adults and Teens (Ages 14+): Hats, earwarmers/headbands, scarves, and gloves/mittens (full or fingerless). Material Requirements: Teen items: Only fleece or flannel (single or double layer fleece). Adult items: Fleece, flannel, or yarn. ​ ​ ​ ​ Must Knows suggested patterns Fiddlers Blankets Bags & Backpacks Winter - Fleece Winter - Yarn Patterns fiddlers Sew Crafting Change Fiddlers These little pillows will help kids in therapy focus their attention. PATTERN fiddler BLANKETS blankets Sew Project Overview Sheet Project Overview Sheet for Lapghans & Blankets for MHRC Pattern Sew Self Binding Blankets Simple technique for a beautiful blanket Pattern Sew Binding A Blanket with Martha Richmond How to bind a blanket with Martha from Crafting Change Pattern Sew Receiving Blanket Tutorial This technique is stellar, you will need to modify the blanket size for this project. Pattern Sew Quilt As You Go This quilt as you go method just needs some strips! Pattern totes and backpacks Sew Crafting Change Easy Tote Our modification of the Green Bag Lady tote provides finished seams and option for longer handles. Serge or Sew! Patttern Sew Crafting Change Super Tote Video Video Tutorial for this easy tote that uses heavier weight fabric. Patttern Sew DIY Tote-Beginner Basic lined beginner friendly tote bag Patttern Sew Green Bag Lady Bag This unlined tote bag sews up super fast! Patttern Sew 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! Patttern Sew Crafting Change Taco Tote This cute easy to sew tote bag is designed after the popular Burrito Pillowcase. Patttern Sew Earth Day Jean Tote Easy reusable tote up-cycled from an old pair of jeans Patttern Sew Happy Scrappy Tote Bag & Backpack Zoom Room recording on how to make the scrappy tote bag and denim drawstring backpack. Patttern Sew Crafting Change Super Tote Easy tote using heavier weight fabrics. Patttern Sew DIY Simple Jean Tote Video tutorial for simple jean tote bag Patttern Sew Easy Canvas Tote Bag with Pocket Super easy tote bag made from a canvas painting tarp! Patttern Sew How To Make Straps Simple technique to make straps for drawstring backpack Patttern BAGS Sew Unlined Drawstring Backpack Video Tutorial and Pattern for the unlined drawstring backpack PATTERN Sew Adult Drawstring Backpack Project Overview Project Overview Sheet & PATTERN for ADULT drawstring backpack PATTERN Sew Adult Drawstring Backpack Quick Class Adult Drawstring Backpack Quick Video with Kathy Lawrence PATTERN Sew Adult Backpack Fabric & Cord Selection Short video on how to choose fabric and cording for the adult drawstring backpack PATTERN winter fleece Sew Fleece Ear Warmer Headband Simple fleece ear warmer headband modified from original pattern to hide the back seam to make it more comfortable for the wearer! PATTERN Sew Ear Warmer with Contrasting Binding Modification of original pattern to add this cute contrasting binding and hidden back seam! PATTERN Sew Quick Sew Video Tutorial For Fleece Fingerless Gloves Quick Sew Video Tutorial For Fleece Fingerless Gloves PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Mittens by Charmed by Ashley Super easy single layer fleece mitten pattern in adult sizes PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Hat Pattern Easy sewn fleece hat pattern PATTERN Sew Making Balaclavas for Kids or Adults Super warm winter item that fully covers the head! PATTERN Sew Fleece Hat with Flaps Video Video Tutorial for the fleece hat with flap pattern PATTERN Sew DIY Infinity Scarf An amazingly easy tutorial to cut 2 infinity scarves out of 2 yards of flannel! PATTERN Sew Tips & Tricks for Working with Fleece Watch this if you are new to working with fleece or looking for great tips or tricks to make it easier! PATTERN Sew Fleece Ear Warmer with Bow Styling Super easy headband with a bow detail PATTERN Sew Fleece Headband with Front Knot Easy fleece headband with cute knot up front! PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Mittens by Charmed by Ashley Video Easy single layer Adult fleece mittens video tutorial PATTERN Sew Fleece Mitten Pattern Tutorial (link to download FREE pattern on this page). Super easy to follow tutorial! SIngle layer adult. PATTERN Sew Fleece 2 Layer Hat Simple 2 layer fleece hat that is reversible for all ages. PATTERN Sew Fleece Hat This easy fleece hat takes just minutes! PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Hat Video Tutorial Video tutorial for Easy Fleece hat pattern PATTERN Tags Crafting Change Care Tags (Avery) This specially designed care tag will let recipients know what your item is made from and how to take care of it. Print on Avery Perforated Business Cards. PATTERN Sew Fleece Ear Warmer Super simple Ear Warmer, link includes a You Tube video as well as tutorial. PATTERN Sew Mad Cap Hats Best Fingerless Gloves Ever (Fleece) Easy, warm and fun to wear pattern from Mad Cap Hats, Link to .pdf in description of Video PATTERN Sew Fleece 2 Layer Mittens Nice, thick and warm, easy to sew. PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Mittens for Kids by DIY Crush Multiple sizes, single layer. Pattern Templates can be downloaded in this link! PATTERN Sew Fleece Hat with Flaps Fleece Hat with Flaps pattern PATTERN Sew Fleece Hat With Earflaps Written pattern and YouTube tutorial for a fun fleece hat with earflaps. PATTERN Sew Fleece Neck Gaiter (not a mask) A cozy neck warming tube for any charity requesting a scarf or neck warming device! PATTERN Sew Warm Winter Wear Class Zoom Room Video Kathy Lawrence Zoom Room Class recorded unedited video of winter wear class PATTERN winter yarn Crochet Suzette Stich Ear Warmer This beginner friendly pattern uses only single crochet and double crochet stitches. Includes multiple sizing options and video tutorial. PATTERN Crochet Gender Neutral Ear Warmer This easy to make tube is great for men or a nice gender neutral choice! PATTERN Knit Basic Plain Gloves simple, easy glove pattern for anyone PATTERN Knit Fast & Easy Fingerless Mitts This easy peasy pattern will yield a lovely pair of fingerless mitts in very little time. PATTERN Crochet Super Simple FIngerless Mitts Crocheted in the round, an easy fingerless mitt pattern. PATTERN Knit Mrs. Murdock's Mittens Fun easy mitten pattern for children PATTERN Crochet The CC Beanie This popular beanie is trendy, warm and easy to knit. PATTERN Knit Sunflower Hat Beautiful knit hat in the colors of Ukraine with their national flower PATTERN Crochet Basic Crochet Hat This simple crochet pattern is sure to please any person that receives it! PATTERN Crochet Basic Hat with Earflap Option Children's hat with optional earflap! PATTERN Crochet Slouchy Beanie Easy slouchy beanie for kids and adults PATTERN Crochet Caron Beginner Beanie This basic beginner beanie is fast and easy for any crocheter! PATTERN Crochet Ribbed Beanie Hat by Melody Crochet Video Tutorial How to crochet a beanie with a ribbed brim PATTERN Knit Skyping All Purpose Beanie This gender neutral option can be made in a variety of sizes. PATTERN Crochet Double Fringe Neck Cowl A super easy and fast, stylish cowl PATTERN Knit Straightforward Cowl Super easy pattern for beginners. Can knit it with your favorite stitch pattern (knit/purl, cables) on the center stitches instead of garter stitch. PATTERN Crochet Amplitude Scarf Knit the Rainbow designer donated pattern! Vertical stripes on a fun and easy scarf with a thick fringe. PATTERN Knit Knit Ear Warmer An easy, beginner project of a basic ear warmer written by Robyn Peters. PATTERN Crochet Thick & Quick Twisted Headband by KAME Crochet Easy for beginners and works up in about 30 minutes. PATTERN Knit Topless Mittens Knit The Rainbow Designer pattern. These fingerless mittens make a quick and low-cost project. PATTERN Knit Cozy Thermal Mitts Textured mitts with an easy to follow pattern PATTERN Knit Simple Textured Mitts (2 Ways) Versatile unisex mittens in a variety of sizes PATTERN Crochet Hands Full Crochet Mittens Beginner easy crochet pattern PATTERN Knit Traditional Ear Flap Hat An easy ear flap hat PATTERN Crochet Classic Ribbed Beanie This easy pattern for beginners is a classic ribbed beanie for everyone! PATTERN Knit How I Knit The CC Beanie Great version of the classic CC beanie PATTERN Crochet Basic Hat with a Brim Basic Hat in the round with a brim. PATTERN Knit How To Knit A Hat For Beginners Great Video Tutorial for beginners! PATTERN Knit Garter Ear Flap Hat For the adventurous knitter ready to take on a challenge, look at this ear flap pattern in 5 sizes! PATTERN Knit Basic Beginner Hats for the Family Basic hat in 6 sizes! PATTERN Crochet Easiest Crochet Hat Ever Easy unisex for all sizes. This is our preferred crochet hat. It has good stretch, is warm and versatile. PATTERN Knit Neck Thingum This unisex, cozy tube helps fight off the bitter elements. PATTERN Crochet Undulating Cowl Knit The Rainbow Designer donated pattern! This more challenging pattern is good practice at increasing and decreasing stitches! PATTERN Crochet Lion Brand Homespun Fabia Cowl This beginner project is worked back and forth in rows, then sewn together to make a ring. PATTERN Crochet Lion Brand Ribbed Headband Easy ribbed gender neutral headband. PATTERN Crochet Ear Warmers 3 Ways This basic ear warmer pattern has 3 unique finishing techniques! PATTERN Crochet Crafting Change Wristers Easy wristers by Melanie Shovelski done in a rectangle and seamed up the side. PATTERN Crochet Super Simple Fingerless Gloves Quick, easy fun to make with endless color combinations. PATTERN Knit The World's Simplest Mittens Quick and easy mittens to knit up! Beginner friendly. PATTERN Crochet Chunky Crochet Beanie This easy, chunky hat will keep teens toasty this winter! PATTERN Crochet Give It A Whirl Beanie The swirling ridges of this hat will take you just a few hours to complete! PATTERN Knit Warp Speed Hat by STASH One hat fits most adults, super fast and easy. Basic ribbing, worked in the round and simple decrease! PATTERN Knit Nice & Knit Beanie Stylish, easy beanie PATTERN Knit Easiest Knit Hat Ever Easy knit unisex hat for any size. Our #1 preferred hat style. Also visit the You Tube Tutorial here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-OYMix6bPI PATTERN Crochet Simple Crochet Hat Easy crochet hat for kids with a pompom PATTERN Crochet Caron Slouchy Beanie A slouch beanie is fun and oh so comfortable! Teens love its casual style to stay warm on cold winter days. PATTERN Knitting Machine Make a 2 Layer Hat on the Addi 2 layer hat with a brim on the Addi Knitting Machine. PATTERN Crochet Seamless Earflap Hat This pattern comes in all sizes Newborn-Adults! PATTERN Knit Mariner's Cowl This fast and easy cowl with 2x2 ribbing will fit any neck! PATTERN Crochet 1-Hour Pull-Over Scarf Super easy beginner pattern! PATTERN yarn Fleece Shipping shipping guidelines They are hap py to take your donations whenever you have them ready to ship: ​ Mental Health Resource Center Attn: Leah Guthrie 10550 Deerwood Park Blvd Ste 600 Jacksonville, FL 32256-2811 ​ If your box will cost you more than $20 to ship, MHRC 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 MHRC 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. Give Back Box Label TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

our impact 209,862 Items Donated by volunteers in all 50 states, DC, Puerto Rico and Canada TO organizations in all 50 states, DC, Puerto Rico, Canda, Nepal, Ghana and Ukraine. Each item represents a PERSON helped! Thank you volunteer craftivists! September 3, 2024 at 1:11:00 PM Last updated: Pacific time master tally data ORGANIZED BY ITEM REQUESTED This Master Tally Data is only meant to provide the "big picture" summary information to help guide you on what the current needs are. Before you begin crafting, please get the details you need from the "Project Must Know" sections on the Project Page of our partners such as: what they specifically have asked for what fabrics to use what size/dimensions/who will be using it shipping address and restrictions on dates to ship Click on the PINK Charity Partner name in the table below to quickly jump to their partner page to get all of the Project Must Knows, patterns and shipping info! (the charity names are now links!) Item Requested Charity Partner Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Backpacks Every Day Action Sew 150 125 Backpacks The Yonkofa Project Sew 2000 1365 Backpacks (Adults) Mental Health Resource Center Sew 100 83 Backpacks for Adults Crafting Change HQ Sew 50 50 Bags (Adults) Mental Health Resource Center Sew 500 427 Bags (Adults) Planned Parenthood Sew 500 500 Bags (Adults) The Remissionaries Sew 50 37 Bags (Kids) Mental Health Resource Center Sew 250 190 Bags (Upcycled Feed Bags) Every Day Action Sew 150 138 Bags (for Women) Leaving A Legacy Sew 150 42 Bandages The Yonkofa Project Knit/Crochet 50 21 Blankets (Adults) Mental Health Resource Center Sew 250 246 Blankets (Kids & Teen) Mental Health Resource Center Sew 100 28 Blankets (Young Adults) Nashville Launch Pad Sew/Knit/Crochet 50 45 Chemo Caps Leaving A Legacy Sew/Knit/Crochet 150 57 Cosmetic Bags Grace Upon Grace Project Sew 1000 123 Cosmetic Bags Leaving A Legacy Sew 150 48 Dish Cloths Each Stitch Counts Knit/Crochet 1500 660 Fiddle Mats Colorado VNA Sew 30 9 Heart Hugs Leaving A Legacy Sew 150 50 Heart Hugs Planned Parenthood Sew 500 500 Heating Pads Planned Parenthood Sew 500 500 Menstrual Pad Size 10-10.25" Heavy (2 Zorb) The Yonkofa Project Sew 250 206 Menstrual Pad Size 10-10.25" Medium (1 Zorb) The Yonkofa Project Sew 250 212 Menstrual Pad Size 8"-9.5" Heavy (2 Zorb) The Yonkofa Project Sew 3750 2241 Menstrual Pad Size 8"-9.5" Medium (1 Zorb) The Yonkofa Project Sew 3750 2764 NICU Octopus Embracing the ICU Crochet 300 155 Pet Blankets (Large Dog) Patient Pet Advocates ALL 10 6 Pillowcase Nashville Launch Pad Sew 75 55 Pillowcase Piper's Project Sew 100 78 Quillows Butterfly Haven Sew 25 8 Quilt Twin Size Nashville Launch Pad Sew 12 10 Quilts Cascade Health Sew 200 196 Quilts Colorado VNA Sew 45 17 Quilts-Patriotic Cascade Health Sew Only 250 113 Quilts/Afghans The Remissionaries ALL 50 47 Soft Cotton Beanies The Remissionaries Knit/Crochet 50 45 Twiddle Muff Colorado VNA Knit/Crochet 30 10 Warm Winter Gloves/Mittens Piper's Project Sew/Knit/Crochet 100 94 Wet Bags The Yonkofa Project Sew 2000 1070

Nashville Launch Pad 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About The mission of Nashville Launch Pad is to create a network of temporary, safer, street-free sleeping shelters for unhoused young adults which are open and affirming to LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies. The have 3 main programs: Emergency Shelter - up to 25 young adults in congregate shelter in local churches nightly from Nov 1 - March 31 Independent-Supported Living Program (ISLP)- up to 6 LGBTQ+ young adults supported in an apartment space Mobile Housing Navigation Center - up to 15 beds available through the Coordinated Care Entry system in partnership with Community Care Fellowship what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Quilt Twin Size Sew 12 10 Blankets (Young Adults) Sew/Knit/Crochet 50 45 Pillowcase Sew 75 55 project must-knows We are crafting for "Young Adults" this is ages 18-24. For 2 of their programs, The Independent Supported Living Program (up to a 6 Month stay) and the Mobile Housing Navigation Center (up to a 120 Day stay), the young adults have the opportunity to stay for longer periods of time and settle down while they look for permanent housing, educational opportunity and jobs. We will be helping the young adults in these 2 programs with blankets and pillowcases to make them feel more at home during this transition. CRITICAL INFORMATION: We have been asked to not use "Pride" themed fabric or fabric that in anyway would identify the owner of the items as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. It is important to remember that these young adults are in a very vulnerable situation often having been displaced from their home due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. ​ Pillowcases: Pattern: Use the Burrito Pillowcase pattern for sewing. This pattern creates a clean and professional finish. Fabric: You may use either cotton or flannel fabric for the pillowcases. These fabrics are durable and comfortable. Fabric Restrictions: Please avoid using fabrics that depict weapons, drugs, alcohol, or themes related to pride, rainbows, or any fabric/symbols that could "out" someone as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. Quality: Ensure that stitches are secure and seams are finished neatly for durability. ​ Blankets/Quilts/Lapghans: Accepted Techniques: blankets can be sewn, knitted, or crocheted. The ideal size for blankets is 45 inches by 60 inches (114 cm by 152 cm), which provides comfort and practicality for recipients. Fabric and Yarn: Use high-quality yarns and fabrics that are cozy and durable. Please refer to our master yarn list for suggestions on suitable yarns for blankets. Avoid using yarns or fabrics in colors of the rainbow. Please don't make blankets overly scrappy. Fabric and Yarn Restrictions: Avoid using fabrics that depict weapons, drugs, alcohol, or themes related to pride, rainbows, or any symbols that could "out" someone as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. Quality: Ensure your blankets are well-crafted with secure stitches or seams, reflecting the care and dedication of our volunteers. ​ Twin Size Quilts They are looking for approximately 12 Twin Size Quilts per year. If you have any interest in constructing some truly lovely, warm, twin size quilts that residents of their Independent Supported Living Program could come home to, they would love that. Size: 70"x90" Fabric Restrictions: Avoid using fabrics that depict weapons, drugs, alcohol, or themes related to pride, rainbows, or any symbols that could "out" someone as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. Fabric: Cotton & Batting Technique: Sewn Only ​ ​ ​ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Delivery Start Date: October 1, 2024 for Winter Items Feel free to begin preparing for the upcoming winter season. If you would like to help unsheltered LGBTQIA+ young adults in Nashville, please follow these guidelines: Accepted Items: We are looking for hats, cowls, scarves, gloves, mittens, and fingerless gloves. Technique: Sewn, knitted, or crocheted. Color Preferences: Use subdued colors such as browns, blacks, navy blue, forest greens, etc. These colors help the young adults blend into their surroundings and feel safe. Fabric and Yarn Restrictions: Avoid using colors of the rainbow or Pride-inspired patterns. The young adults served by Nashville Launch Pad often come from difficult backgrounds where their gender identity or sexual orientation was not accepted. It’s important that the items do not make them stand out. Quality: Ensure your items are well-crafted and durable, providing warmth and comfort throughout the winter months. ​ ​ Must Knows approved patterns Pillowcase Knit/Crochet Blankets Sewn Quilts/Blankets Patterns pillowcases pillowcases Sew Burrito Pillowcase Pattern Written Pattern for Burrito Pillow Case Pattern Sew Burrito Pillowcase Video Tutorial The best video tutorial out there for making a burrito pillowcase! Pattern blankets: knit/crochet k/cblankets Knit/Crochet Recommended & Tested Yarns Crafting Change recommended and tested yarn list sorted by project type. Pattern Crochet Mixed Stripes Throw Lovely blanket with easy to create stripes. Leave the tassels off if creating for small children or babies. Pattern Crochet Quiet Ripple Crochet Lapghan This lovely textured blanket has been amended to use a lighter DK weight yarn. Pattern Knit Tumbling Blocks Blanket This pattern for beginners with knits and purls is also a reversible blanket, too. It calls for aran weight yarn but you can use worsted weight yarn, just check your gauge. Pattern Knit Colts Foot Blanket by Hobbii Easy for beginners, the knit purl pattern works up with DK weight acrylic yarn. You could also try a yarn substitute like Sport. The knitting pattern calls for circular knitting needles to accommodate all your stitches. Pattern Crochet Cross Double Hatch Blanket You will get a beautiful texture from the crossed double crochet stitch in an easy two row repeat. Pattern Knit 38 Knit Blanket Patterns This link will connect you to 38 great knit blankets, all approved patterns for our charity partners requesting knit blankets! Pattern blankets Sewn:blankets Sew Patriotic Log Cabin Square Quilt As You Go A challenging and lovely quilt that will be adored. Designed patriotic, but you can easily swap out the colors for any charity partner. Pattern Sew Crafting Change Flip & Sew Lapghan This lapghan quilts itself as you go! Pattern Sew Rag Quilt Guide How to make a rag quilt the ultimate guide with step by step pictures. Pattern Sew Rag Quilt DIY Tutorial Nice guide with options for block sizing. Pattern Sew Flip N Sew Lapghan Video Tutorials Flip n' Sew Lapghan Video Tutorial Playlist containing all 3 videos Pattern Sew Crafting Change Rag Quilt Helpful Files This file contains several helpful resources created by Crafting Change for making rag quilts! Pattern Sew Rag Quilt Zoom Class Rag Quilt Zoom Room Class with Crafting Change Pattern Sew Self Binding Blanket Easy peasy self binding flannel blanket! Pattern Sew How To Bind A Quilt A great technique for binding blankets or potholders! Pattern Sew Quilt As You Go This quilt as you go method just needs some strips! Pattern Sew Rag Quilt Supplement Fabric choices and quilt math included in this Crafting Change supplement. Pattern Sew Easy Sewn Blanket Techniques with Martha Richmond Video Tutorial with Craftivist Martha Richmond showing a variety of simple techniques to quickly sew up and bind off blankets for charity! Pattern shipping guidelines They do ask that you try to bundle your items into the fewest shipments possible as they use a partner church to collect their donations for them. Please do not ship any winter items until after 10/1/24. CORRECTED SHIPPING ADDRESS 8/12/24​ First Lutheran Church c/o Nashville Launch Pad 113 8th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203 ​ IF YOU HAD A PACKAGE RETURNED TO YOU AS UNDELIVERABLE because of the incorrect 9th Avenue address they provided us: Try to get a refund from Pirate Ship for your shipping cost. They likely won’t do it, but it is always worth asking. The volunteer who let us know about this issue unexpectedly got a full refund. If you can not get a refund, email the following information to Crafting Change (info@craftingchange.org ): a photo of your returned package and label your receipt or pirate ship invoice from shipping it the weight and dimensions of your package We will email you a new shipping label to resend your package within 24 hours of getting your information. ​ Shipping TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

Grace Upon Grace Project 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collec tion 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About Grace Upon Grace Project is a 501c3 founded in 2019. It is their dream to provide under-served people in their community with diapers, wipes, and period products to live and grow with grace and dignity while addressing the roots of social inequities. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Cosmetic Bags Sew 1000 123 project must-knows How we are helping: NEW GOAL SET 10/12/23 THE NEXT DISTRIBUTION OF 1ST PERIOD KITS WILL BE IN FEBRUARY 2024 ​ ​ The Grace Upon Grace Project has The First Period Project in partnership with 3 local school districts in Northern Colorado. In conjunction with health educators they provide several thousand menstruating persons their first period kits in conjunction with menstruation education. These kits need cosmetic bags to store all the period products and educational materials in and this is how Crafting Change can help. ​ 1) Cosmetic Bags - You can use any pattern for cosmetic bags including our zippered bags or our snappy sack! Please see our pattern section below for our suggested patterns! The recommended size is 7"x9" or 9"x7". This size holds just the right amount of supplies. ​ Fabrics: As these are for middle school aged kids, keep the fabrics age appropriate. Nothing babyish and nothing old-fashioned. Use fun, bright fabric. Use licensed prints if you have them. No fabrics with references to drugs, alcohol or inappropriate sayings or words. Nothing political in nature. If using the Snappy Sack pattern, these do not need to have the boxed pleat bottom. You do not have to use batting, but you can if you like. ​ ​ Additional Items: If you have like new IPSY bags, they are also accepting these! Must Knows approved patterns Cosmetic Bags Patterns cosmetic bags Cosmetic Bags Sew Scrappy Cosmetic Bag Fun way to use your scraps to make a colorful cosmetic bag PATTERN SEW Making A Triangle for The Snappy Sack Video Tutorial to make the triangle for the Snappy Sack with Carol Grape PATTERN Sew So Sew Easy Cosmetic Bag This fast and easy zippered cosmetic bag is roomy and fun to make! Check out this video tutorial! PATTERN Sew Fancy Zipper Bag A easy to sew cosmetic bag using a lacy zipper that doesn't require a zipper foot! PATTERN SEW Snappy Sack This fun and easy cosmetic style bag closes with a snap bracelet instead of a zipper! PATTERN Sew Crafting Change Zippered Cosmetic Bag Drawn pattern for easy cosmetic bag by Kathy Lawrence PATTERN Sew Easy Zipper Pouch by Missouri Star Quilt A cute zipper pouch when you use custom design zippers that show on the outside of the bag! PATTERN Sew 15 Minute Zipper Pouch Fast & Easy cosmetic bag PATTERN shipping guidelines Our new goal is 1000 and they are not needed until February 2024. There is on rush to ship quickly, feel free to sew and ship whenever you have a box full, tallying as you go. ​ UPS/FEDEX/USPS ​ Grace Upon Grace Project First Period Kit Program 5810 Last Pointe Drive Windsor, CO 80550 ​ If your box will cost you more than $20 to ship, GUGP 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 Grace Upon Grace Project 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. ​ ​ ​ Give Back Box Label Shipping TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

Leaving A Legacy 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation About 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 Port Pillows Sew 150 0 Chemo Caps Sew/Knit/Crochet 150 57 Bags (for Women) Sew 150 42 Cosmetic Bags Sew 150 48 project must-knows ​ 1) Tote Bags (Sewn) - This location will accept most any of our quilting cotton or light canvas tote bag patterns that are approximately 16"x16" to 18"x18" in size. At this time they are requesting fabrics to appeal to women. Leaving a Legacy reports to us that their favorite tote is the Two Tone Fabric Tote. 2) Heart Hugs - Our little square of love. Please make these with heart buttons or charms so they have no religious connotations and can be used by anyone for whatever purpose they choose. ​ 3) Port Pillow - This protective device attaches to the seat belt of the car to soften it when going over where a person's port may be. Stuff them very firm so they do the most good. ​ 4) Cosmetic Bags - Any pattern that will finish at approximately 7"x9" is acceptable to Leaving A Legacy. They do prefer a boxed bottom. They fill the cosmetic bag with smaller items like chapstick and lotion before putting in the tote. ​ 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. ​ 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 suggested patterns Chemo Caps-Sewn Chemo Caps -Knit Chemo Caps -Crochet Port Pillow Cosmetic Bags Heart Hugs Tote Bags Patterns tote bags Totes Sew Crafting Change Easy Tote Our modification of the Green Bag Lady tote provides finished seams and option for longer handles. Serge or Sew! Pattern Sew Crafting Change Super Tote Video Video Tutorial for this easy tote that uses heavier weight fabric. Pattern Sew DIY Tote-Beginner Basic lined beginner friendly tote bag Pattern Sew Green Bag Lady Bag This unlined tote bag sews up super fast! Pattern Sew 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 Pattern Sew 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! Pattern Sew Crafting Change Taco Tote This cute easy to sew tote bag is designed after the popular Burrito Pillowcase. Pattern Sew Earth Day Jean Tote Easy reusable tote up-cycled from an old pair of jeans Pattern Sew Happy Scrappy Tote Bag & Backpack Zoom Room recording on how to make the scrappy tote bag and denim drawstring backpack. Pattern Sew Scrappy Taco Tote Make our Taco Tote using scraps from your previous taco totes or other projects! Pattern Sew Crafting Change Super Tote Easy tote using heavier weight fabrics. Pattern Sew DIY Simple Jean Tote Video tutorial for simple jean tote bag Pattern Sew Easy Canvas Tote Bag with Pocket Super easy tote bag made from a canvas painting tarp! Pattern Sew How To Make Straps Simple technique to make straps for drawstring backpack Pattern Sew Two-Tone Fabric Tote Cute two toned fabric totes made two ways Pattern ChemoCrochet chemo caps - crochet All Fiber Arts Crafting Change Recommended & Tested Yarn List Recommended & Tested Yarn List for all partner projects Pattern Crochet Any Size Shell Stitch Hat This basic hat uses only a few crochet stitches to make a beautiful cap Pattern Crochet Clochette This cute brimmed hat is sure to be hit with anyone! Pattern Crochet Little Sister's Hat Quick and easy pattern in 4 sizes for all the sisters in your life Pattern Crochet Basketweave Vertical Stripe Cap Crochet for Cancer Basketweave Vertical Stripe Cap. Pattern Crochet Elegant Hat Hat is worked in continuous rounds and anyone will be lucky to receive it! Pattern Crochet Dove & Peacock Chemo Caps Easy & modern chemo caps Pattern Crochet Crochet Chemo Turban A lightweight hat for the summer months Pattern chemo caps - knit and sewn ChemoKnitSewn Knitting Machine Addi Drop Stitch Scarf Easy drop stitch scarf for Leaving A Legacy Pattern Knit Christian's Cap This striped unisex hat is easy to knit! Pattern Sew Boho Beanie/Chemo Cap This comfortable, elasticated cap won't slip off. Pattern Sew The Turban Project Video Tutorial Video partner for the Turban Project pattern Pattern All Fiber Arts Recommended & Tested Yarn List Crafting Change Recommended & Tested Yarn List for our Partner Projects Pattern Knit Mock J Crew Ribbed Watchman Cap Comfortable pattern sure to please any head. Pattern Sew "No Pattern" Chemo Cap Fast, easy to sew or serge no pattern needed! Pattern Sew Daydream Believer Updated Scarf Easy, fun and popular style of head covering requested by our charity partner. Pattern Knit Glinda's Chemo Hat This unisex cap is easy to knit! Pattern Knit Knots of Love Geri's Cables Versatile hat, brim can be worn up or down. Pattern Sew The Turban Project Pattern The written pattern for the basic Turban Project turban. Pattern cosmetic bags Cosmetic Sew Scrappy Cosmetic Bag Fun way to use your scraps to make a colorful cosmetic bag Pattern SEW Making A Triangle for The Snappy Sack Video Tutorial to make the triangle for the Snappy Sack with Carol Grape Pattern Sew So Sew Easy Cosmetic Bag This fast and easy zippered cosmetic bag is roomy and fun to make! Check out this video tutorial! Pattern Sew Fancy Zipper Bag A easy to sew cosmetic bag using a lacy zipper that doesn't require a zipper foot! Pattern SEW Snappy Sack This fun and easy cosmetic style bag closes with a snap bracelet instead of a zipper! Pattern Sew Crafting Change Zippered Cosmetic Bag Drawn pattern for easy cosmetic bag by Kathy Lawrence Pattern Sew Easy Zipper Pouch by Missouri Star Quilt A cute zipper pouch when you use custom design zippers that show on the outside of the bag! Pattern Sew 15 Minute Zipper Pouch Fast & Easy cosmetic bag Pattern heart hugs Hugs Sew Hourglass Heart Hug This hourglass heart hug will make 2 each time you sew it up! Pattern Tags Heart Hug Poem This poem can be printed, laminated and attached to heart hugs for our charity partners. Pattern Sew Heart Shaped Heart Hug Template The heart shaped template for the heart shaped heart hug Pattern Sew Crafting Change Pocket Heart Hug Easy to craft pocket heart hugs for a non-religious Pattern Sew Heart Shaped Heart Hug Video Tutorial Beautiful Heart shaped heart hugs quilted, decorative stitched and thoughtfully done. Pattern Sew Video Tutorial Pocket Prayer Quilts Video Step by Step on how to construct our Pocket Prayer Quilt Pattern port pillows Sew Port Pillow with wings by LeSha Port/PICC pillow with wings by LeSha Pattern Crochet Crochet Port Pillow Crafting Change Port Pillow by Melanie Shovelski Pattern Ports Shipping TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP shipping guidelines Ship items whenever you are ready to send them. ​ Leaving A Legacy 461 Tennent Road Manalapan, NJ 07726 ​ If your box will cost you more than $20 to ship, Leaving A Legacy (Raising Hope For Others) is partnered with Give Back Box to get you a $20 UPS label and ship up to 50 pounds and 108" in girth. URGENT: After you receive your label, please immediately email Monika 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. If you use the first label you receive, please note that there is a chance the box will not arrive. ​ ​ ​ Give Back Box Label

The Yonkofa Project 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are craftin g 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About The Yonkofa Project is an all-volunteer 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing sustainable healthcare in third world countries. They establish medical clinics in rural Ghana that provide care previously unavailable in those areas. They also have a program called "Keep Girls in School Campaign". The Yonkofa Project has teamed up with Crafting Change to provide menstrual hygiene kits to middle school girls, bandages for the rural clinics and hospitals and items for the Half Assini NICU. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Backpacks Sew 2000 1365 Wet Bags Sew 2000 1070 Menstrual Pad Size 8"-9.5" Medium (1 Zorb) Sew 3750 2764 Menstrual Pad Size 8"-9.5" Heavy (2 Zorb) Sew 3750 2241 Menstrual Pad Size 10-10.25" Medium (1 Zorb) Sew 250 212 Menstrual Pad Size 10-10.25" Heavy (2 Zorb) Sew 250 206 Bandages Knit/Crochet 50 21 project must-knows ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 1) Drawstring Backpacks Choose high-quality quilting cotton or lightweight canvas for the backpack, avoiding heavy fabrics like decorator fabrics or denim for easier folding and shipping.* DOs: - Soccer-related fabrics are popular. - Novelty prints, tie-dye, superheroes, neons, and bright colors are favored. - Solid colors and traditional florals are less preferred, as are dark colors. - Opt for prints that won't show dirt easily, avoiding predominantly pastel or light-colored/white prints. DON'Ts: - No camouflage fabric, as it's exclusively used by the military in Ghana. - Avoid religious and holiday-themed prints (Easter Bunnies, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Santa). - Exclude fabrics depicting drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or weapons. 2) Reusable Menstrual Pads ​ Each kit we make includes 2 medium and 2 heavy pads. Pads must have 1 or 2 layers of Zorb, a bottom layer of PUL, and Kam Snaps closures. Choose dark, colorful, patterned, or busy fabrics for your topper to help hide stains. Use any template shape in sizes between 8.5" and 10.5" in length are accepted. When shipping your completed pads, please label them by absorbency and length for easier sorting. We offer resources for pad construction, including a video tutorial for first-time makers. Contact us for assistance or to order discount supplies. . KAM SNAPS: Each pad must have 2 size 20 Kam Snaps applied on the wing. Refer to our video tutorial for assistance. If applying your own snaps, test each snap multiple times to ensure security, functionality, and that satisfying snap sound. Don't have a Kam-Snap tool? Ship the pads without snaps, and we'll apply them for you at Crafting Change HQ. Interested in purchasing Kam Snap supplies? We recommend buying directly from Kam Snaps, a family-owned small business. They offer a great starter set with pliers and snaps! Check that kit out here , or browse the rest of their site! ​ 3) Wet Bags Wet bags serve two main functions: holding soiled pads while girls are at school and serving as a vessel for cleaning pads at home. Wet bags must be waterproof. We have one approved pattern for these bags, which has proven effective. Watch our video tutorial on properly sealing these bags. For any questions, email Martha for assistance. ​ 4) Sewn Soap Sack The Sewn Soap Sack made from a washcloth is tailored for The Menstrual Hygiene Kit Resembling a washcloth, it offers familiarity the for girls while featuring a twill loop for convenient hanging and drying of soap. Please ensure accurate measurements and avoid using white or light colors as these will be used during menstrual cycles and get stained with blood. ​ 5) Crochet & Knit Bandages- We're crafting cotton bandages for rural clinics/hospitals in Western Ghana. Only 5 approved yarns and one specific pattern are permitted for this project. Participants must be experienced crocheters or knitters capable of checking gauge. While the pattern is simple, consistency and gauge are crucial. Start with 2 skeins of yarn for your first 2 bandages that will be quality checked by our medical advisor before ordering more yarn. Find all necessary information on this information sheet. ​ 7) Receiving Blankets for the NICU- We're creating swaddling/receiving blankets for the NICU at Half Assini Government Hospital in Half Assini, Ghana. Blankets should measure between 36x36 and 40x40 inches square. All blankets, regardless of style, must have finished hems. Narrow rolled serger hems are recommended for single-layer blankets if you have a serger. Accepted fabric options include: Single layer flannel 2-layer quilting cotton Single or double layer jersey Single or double layer double gauze ​ ​ UNDERWEAR : Each kit includes 2 pairs of underwear in girls' sizes 12/14. We make a small amount of kits with size 10/12 and size 14/16. Additional pairs in size 8 and women's size 5 are provided to schools for girls who may need sizes outside of what we offer. Consider purchasing from our Amazon Wish List or taking advantage of BOGO sales at Fruit of the Loom, Black Friday deals or check local retailers like Target/Walmart for clearance items. We always need underwear for our kits in Girls size 12 and 14. ​ ​ ***PLEASE NOTE: We kindly ask that all menstrual pads comply with our guidelines for safety and effectiveness. We offer approved supplies at discounted prices for your convenience. Please feel free to reach out to us for assistance or to obtain the necessary supplies. ​ Your support in adhering to these specifications is crucial. Maintaining the trust our girls place in the kits they receive from Crafting Change is paramount, and you play the key role in upholding it. Order Pad & Wet Bag Supplies! Must Knows approved patterns Backpacks Menstrual Pads & Wet Bags Bandages Sewn Soap Sack NICU Receiving Blankets Patterns menstrual pads and wet bags Menstruals Sew Wet Bags by Martha Super simple wet bag designed for Crafting Change by Martha Richmond Pattern Sew Introduction to Sewing Pads for The Keep Girls In School Campaign Video Tutorial for making pads for The Keep Girls In School Campaign Pattern Sew Updated Crafting Change Menstrual Pad Pattern by Mary Dredge Modified 8/22 New Easy to cut and sew menstrual pad pattern designed for Crafting Change! Can be made with 1 or 2 zorb! Pattern Sew Menstrual Pads Tips & Tricks Sewing Directions Our sewing directions full of helpful tips and tricks for making the Luna Wolf pattern! Pattern Sew UPDATED: Menstrual Pad Drying Strap This updated video tutorial shows how we make the drying strap for our menstrual hygiene kits. Pattern Sew Wet Bags: How to Properly Seal Them This handy video gives important information Pattern Sew Menstrual Pads Quick Guide Quick Tips & Tricks for sewing menstrual pads for The Yonkofa Project with Crafting Change! Pattern Sew Easy 9" Menstrual Pad by Angie Rohan Easy 9" pad designed by Angie Rohan. Can be made with 1 zorb or 2! Pattern Sew Topper Fabrics A handy guide to topper fabrics for menstrual pads Pattern Sew How to Sew Menstrual Pads for Crafting Change Video Tutorial including specifics on sewing pads for Crafting Change! Pattern Sew Crafting Change Easy 10" Menstrual Pad This new pattern for a 10.25" Menstrual Pad designed by Carol Grape of Crafting Change is easy to sew with smoother curves. Pattern Sew Luna Wolf Pattern The first pattern we've used for pads, comes in 3 lengths. You can get nice 3d printed templates from our friends with this pattern! Pattern Sew How to Add Kam Snaps to Menstrual Pads Video tutorial on how to apply Kam Snaps with Carol Grape Pattern drawstring backpacks Backpack Sew Unlined Drawstring Backpack Project Overview Sheet Read this first before starting this project! Full of helpful info. Pattern Sew How To Make Straps Simple technique to make straps for drawstring backpack Pattern Sew Unlined Drawstring Backpack Video Tutorial and Pattern for the unlined drawstring backpack Pattern Sew Up-cycled T-shirt Drawstring Backpack How to make a drawstring backpack from a T-shirt! Pattern Knit/Crochet Bandage Project Overview Sheet Pattern and Project Overview for Medical Bandages for rural clinics in Ghana PATTERN Supply Request Supply Request Form Request cotton yarn from Crafting Change for the bandage project PATTERN bandages Bandage sewn soap sack sewn soap sack Sew Sewn Soap Sack from a Wash Cloth The Crafting Change Sewn Soap Sack was designed especially for The Yonkofa Project PATTERN nicu Sew Single Layer Flannel Receiving Blanket (Serger) Single Layer Flannel Receiving Blanket done in 15 minutes on a serger PATTERN Sew Sewing A Swaddle Blanket with a Sewing Machine or Serger Easy way to use Double Gauze for a blanket using serger or sewing machine PATTERN Sew Sew A Swaddle Blanket with Double Gauze Super easy video tutorial for making a single or double layer receiving blanket with Double Gauze PATTERN Sew 10 Minute Easy Swaddle Blanket Tutorial (Jersey) Easy tutorial to use Jersey fabric for a baby blanket PATTERN Sew Single Layer Flannel Receiving Blanket (Sewing Machine) 1 yard of flannel, an iron and a sewing machine! Follow this video for a single layer blanket. PATTERN NICU Shipping shipping guidelines SHIPPING ONLY ON THE 1st of the MONTH unless instructed otherwise to make a deadline! Volunteers ship their donations for The Yonkofa Project to Crafting Change HQ where we assemble them into kits or get the bandages inspected or the baby items ready to go prior to shipping to them to load into cargo containers for the long journey to Ghana. When they arrive here we put menstrual kit items together with donated underwear into kits with instructions. Bandages and Baby items are sorted into waterproof bags for safe shipping. (Please do not ship these directly to The Yonkofa Project in GA, if you do, they end up having to pay shipping to get them to us. ) ​ T here is no rush to get items to us for The Yonkofa Project so we ask that packages are only shipped the 1st of the month. This is an ongoing project and items are always needed. Cargo containers go to Ghana on a rolling basis. Work until your box is full and ship to us on the first of the month so we can arrange help for receiving packages, sorting items and putting together kits. ​ Shipping Add ress USPS Crafting Change HQ PO BOX 41631 Eugene, OR 97404 FedEx/UPS Crafting Change HQ 255 River Avenue #41631 Eugene, OR 97404 If your box will cost you more than $20 to ship, CCHQ 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 CCHQ 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. ​ Give Back Box Label TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

Meet the Team CRAFTIVIST noun /craf-tuh-vist/ a creator, sewist, maker, or artist who uses their craft to change the world! executive board Tiffany Herbert (she/her) Oregon Founder, President & Executive Director BIO Taylor Herbert (they/them) Oregon Secretary BIO Robyn Peters (she/her) California Board Member BIO Martha Richmond (she/her) Colorado Vice President BIO Carol Grape (she/her) Colorado Board Member BIO Joy Russell (she/her) Colorado Treasurer BIO Mary Dredge (she/her) Pennsylvania Board Member BIO behind the scenes superheroes Kent Herbert, M.D. he/him Oregon Co-Founder & Medical Advisor Carol Grape she/her Colorado Video Editor Judy Streger she/her New Jersey Volunteer Liaison Martha Richmond she/her Colorado The Keep Girls In School Campaign & PPRM Pat Bowman she/her Oregon The Keep Girls In School Campaign advisory board Robyn Peters she/her California Fiber Arts-Knitting Mary Dredge she/her Pennsylvania Sustainability Kathy Lawrence she/her Illinois Sewing Carol Grape she/her Colorado Sewing Melanie Shovelski she/her Wyoming Fiber Arts-Crochet Deborah Evans she/her Colorado Sewing want to join the team? Send Us Your Resume EMAIL US

Holiday Gift Exchange 2023 Volunteer Celebration Registration is now closed for this event. ​ If you are r egistered: Important Dates:​ Names will be randomly drawn and emails sent to Registered Participants on 11/6 Mail your completed gift by 12/1 Date of Event Saturday 12/16 @ 10am Pacific/1pm Eastern I f you can not attend the Zoom Event on 12/16, please contact us so we can make other arrangements for your participation in the event via a pre-recorded Video or a photo. We are really hoping for 100% attendance at the Zoom. Any questions or if you need assistance, please email Mary@craftingchange.org RULES

Learn more about our Executive Board Robyn Peters robyn@craftingchange.org Canadian expat. Retired scientist. Photographer. Alto. Lifelong crafter. After more than a year of daily mask-making for local and national needs, it's time to bring other crafts into the fold. In the early months of Crafting Change, I joined the team as a fiber arts advisor, using my experience as a test knitter to guide craftivists towards using the best choices of yarn and patterns to make items that best served our newfound partner charities. Once we had an enthusiastic team making cold-weather items, I turned my fiber-arts attention to first aid and hygiene needs at home and abroad. My heart is with girls struggling to stay in school in Ghana, and to that end, I spend much of my energy producing menstrual hygiene kits for the Keep Girls In School Campaign. "I cannot do all the good that the world needs. But the world needs all the good that I can do." - Jana Stanfield. Mary Dredge mary@craftingchange.org I have always been creative and crafty. I was a photo album and card maker for 5 years, studied herbalism for 3 years, and getting sustainable when the pandemic hit. Friends and family were needing masks. My sewing skills were ok, so I dusted off my sewing machine, researched the easiest mask design and I was sewing masks! It was a lonely beginning working full-time virtually during the day and then sewing masks for hours into the night. I loved helping people and found a new purpose – helping others. I wanted to do more to help those in my community. I started sewing pencil pouches for low-income high school students and filling them with basic school supplies. I was making fleece hats for outreach programs and many other small activities. It was great, but still lonely. Then I found Crafting Change by chance, a moment of watching the news on the television, I never watch. There was Tiffany talking about her nonprofit. My husband said – you should check in to that and I did. Best decision ever. After mask making was complete, I found a partner charity that I am passionate about through Crafting Change that I never would have found. By day, I am a Project Manager for a local financial company. I run my own handmade product business supporting sustainability and kindness. I love making herbal remedies and tea and can’t wait for the garden to fill in with herbs. I am always looking for ways to reform the status quo and offer support. Life is so much better doing the things we love with friends! That is Crafting Change. "I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples" – Mother Teresa. Carol Grape carol@craftingchange.org Carol Grape grew up in Maine and received her BFA in Sculpture (1978) from Maine College of Art & Design (formerly Portland School of Art). From there she went to Kent State University for her MFA in Sculpture (1982) then on to NYC for 6 years. In NYC Grape was an artist’s assist, painted apartments and sets, worked for College Art Association, and Bernice Steinbaum Gallery. While in NY she became very involved with the Women’s Caucus for Art and worked for the National President for 2 years. In 1989 she and her future husband Mike moved to Northern Kentucky. Grape began working at the Art Academy of Cincinnati in PR then as the Alumni Director before joining the Adjunct Faculty and eventually Gallery Director and Chair of the Master of Art in Art Education (MAAE). Summer program. In 1994 She joined the faculty at Thomas More College as an adjunct and in 1995 She became the Gallery Director. While in Northern Kentucky Grape showed her work in numerous group exhibitions and two one person shows at the Carnegie Arts Center in Covington. She received a grant from the Kentucky Foundation for Women. Summer of 2004 Carol and her husband Mike moved to Colorado. Grape started her own successful real estate photography business which she did for 16 years before her retirement at the end of 2021. In 2022 she completed her first art installation (Reverent Boundaries) in many years at Thomas More University in Northern KY. Taylor Herbert taylor@craftingchange.org As an attorney with the Public Defender’s office, I have a lot of experience dealing with the most vulnerable and have experienced the vast inequities when it comes to allocation of resources. This was only exacerbated by the pandemic. I was so excited to see my mom get involved in mask making and was able to help with making bias tape for her masks. Helping her with this new endeavor is just a natural progression and I’m extremely honored to be able to help local communities around the country. Joy Russell joy@craftingchange.org I have been an Accounting Consultant for more than 20 years. My heart is with serving children. I am the founder of a non profit serving homeless and foster children of Southern Colorado. I started working as an Admin for Million Mask Challenge and then moved to the GetPPE call team. I have sewn hundreds of children's masks and look forward to creative crafts that can further help kids. My favorite part of working with MMC and GetPPE this past year has been meeting new friends all over the country. It is wonderful to sew and craft with a team while helping others. Martha Richmond martha@craftingchange.org My sister Laura and I learned from an early age that it is better to give than receive. I can’t remember a time when our family wasn’t helping someone. Be it spending time with families evacuated from hurricanes, or volunteering with service groups. Back in 1977 my mom had a devastating cerebral aneurism that resulted in her paralysis on one side. To help her feel useful and part of the community, I started making security blankets. While I stitched, I found myself thinking about who might receive our gift of love. We would take them to the NICU or Ronald McDonald House in San Antonio so she could interact with the children and parents. I would attach a stamped envelope to the blankets where mothers and children would write to her. She developed special bonds with these families and even sent a dedicated pen pal to college and nursing school. And now I send blankets to her children. That experience with mom is what started my love of sewing for others. When Covid mask making had dwindled in earIy 2021, someone recommended the National Day of Service Sew-Along. That day I found a wonderful community of like minded sewists. I was elated when shortly thereafter, Tiffany started Crafting Change. And overnight we needed partners to serve. At the time, I was working with Weld County Foster Care in Greeley, and Pipers Project in Kansas, and soon they were added as two of our first partners. What I love about Crafting Change is not only do we make items for people that need them, but we also are a dedicated group of crafters that need to be creating for others. I am honored to be part of the Board and will help to continue the amazing success of Crafting Change. I love that we have so many partners and projects so everyone can find something they enjoy. Join in on one of our weekly zooms and you will be hooked on the useful tips, and camaraderie. Let’s get Crafting Change! Tiffany Herbert tiffany@craftingchange.org After nearly a year of sewing masks alone I was burned out and ready to retire. Working nearly 18 hour days 7 days a week on pandemic relief for Get PPE had me feeling uninspired. In January I was contacted by the Inaugural Committee about hosting a National Day of Service Event. I decided to put together a National Virtual Sew-A-Thon. During the event I met a Zoom Room full of amazing humans. On the NDS we crafted and donated more than 17,000 masks and scrub caps for those in need and Crafting Change was born out of the inspiration I took from the humans I sewed alongside of in that Zoom Room! As we saw the need for cloth masks slowing, I knew our skills and talents could be harnessed into something else wonderful! My soul was lit on fire and I knew that pandemic relief was just the beginning. 1.3 million pieces of PPE is the tip of the iceberg. Look out, our sewing machines and crochet hooks and knitting needles and paint brushes and creativity are going to change lives. You can choose to spend your time and talents anywhere, I'm so glad you choose to spend it here with us! We will continue crafting the change we want to see in the world. We did it one mask at a time, what will it be next? Let's find out together! Robyn Bio Mary Bio Carl Bio TaylorBio Joy Bio Martha Bio Tiffany Bio