26 Hats Donated!

It's official: 26 hats made in 21 days!  I may now be developing carpal tunnel syndrome (eep!), but it's totally worth it when I look at the finished project and picture all the little heads that will be covered and warmed by the hats I made.  As of last night, the hats were on their way to Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego, just in time for a charity gala tonight.  Check them out!

Group Shot!  (Minus a few)

My two personal favorites

Handmade, Heartmade Inspiration

I'm someone who always needs a craft to do.  A child of the 80's, I probably had as many homemade hair bows as the average kid had slap bracelets or Popples.  Since then, my love for crafting has evolved and, I'd like to think, matured into a heart for making homemade goodies for patients and people in need.  Hence the birth of "Handmade, Heartmade!"

Recently, I've been inspired by my cousin's struggle with cancer.  Only 2 years old, he was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a type of cancer that occurs in children 5 and under.  Feeling helpless, I wanted to send him something, so I made him a hat on my "Knifty Knitter."  Not wanting his sister to feel left out, I made her one as well.  Then, my hands wouldn't stop!  In the 3 weeks since I found out about his diagnosis, I've made 23 hats for little preemies, infants, children, and young adults!  In a few more days, I'll donate them to the local Ronald McDonald House.  I'll let you know the official final count.  My goal was 25 hats, so I'm @ least sure to make that.  Wahoo!  :)

My Knifty Knitters and Me :)