YBD Charity Event: Crochet & Knit

WELCOME BLANKET GROUP

Join us Tuesdays July 31st and August 14th, 7:00-8:30pm 

Looking for a way to put your fiberarts hobby to use? Come participate in the national Welcome Blanket project and welcome newly arrived refugee families to the United States.

This group is open to crocheters and knitters of all levels. We will be knitting and crocheting 10″ x 10″ squares to create communal blankets to submit to the Welcome Blanket project. You can contribute a square or two to add to a blanket or complete an entire blanket on your own.

Bring your own supplies if you have them. Have a lot? Feel free to bring some to share or donate to the project. You can also purchase yarn for the project at YBD and receive 10% off. This group will be led by YBD’s crocheter Sarah LaVoie. Welcome Blanket pattern information and writing materials for you to work on the notes that go along with your blankets will be provided. Whether you’re a knitting or crocheting pro or just getting started, come join us for solidarity, good conversation, and fun!  

Materials Needed Crochet: • 100% Superwash Bulky Wool (478 yd) • Two colors: MC and CC • US J crochet hook • Tapestry needle

Materials Needed Knit: • 100% Superwash Bulky Wool (106 yd) • Two colors: MC and CC • US 11 straight (or size needed to achieve gauge) • Tapestry needle  

The cost for this group is FREE. Either use your stash, share/donate yarn and/or purchase yarn for project at YBD to receive 10% off.   

NOTE: We will be shipping after the second meeting in time for the August 25th deadline.